President Bola Tinubu has assured the people of Plateau State that the Federal Government will strengthen security systems with the deployment of an artificial intelligence-enabled network of over 5,000 digital cameras to help law enforcement agencies combat insecurity in the state.

President Tinubu gave the promise in his address during his condolence visit to Jos, Plateau State.

He commiserated with the government and people of the state on the March 29 gun attacks that claimed the lives of innocent citizens in the Angwan Rukuba community of Jos North Local Government Area.

President Tinubu directed the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (Rtd); Chief of Army Staff, Gen. Waidi Shaibu; and the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to “unearth and find the killers” of innocent Nigerians.

He announced that the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijjani, will oversee the immediate installation of the security cameras in close coordination with the Plateau State Government and security agencies.

The installation will start in Jos and expand across Plateau State, building on systems already successfully deployed in Lagos and Enugu states.

Lamenting the pain caused by the latest violence, President Tinubu expressed dismay at seeing videos from Jos depicting violence.

President Tinubu pledged that the government will do everything possible to ensure justice is served and provide comfort for the bereaved families.

He directed the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Bernard Doro, to compile comprehensive data on those affected by the violence to ensure that government assistance is equitable to all.

Addressing leaders and stakeholders, President Tinubu emphasised the need for proactive measures to prevent future attacks.

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State said the state had enjoyed relative peace before the unfortunate incident of March 29, describing it as a temporary setback.

He commended security agencies for their ongoing efforts and expressed confidence that their interventions will continue to strengthen security.

Mutfwang also expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for approving the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards to complement the state's security efforts.

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, thanked President Tinubu for standing with the people of Plateau, noting that the crisis had lingered for a long time.

He expressed hope that the President’s visit would strengthen security agencies, stem the tide of attacks, and provide comfort to bereaved families.

Former Governor Jonah David Jang echoed the request by Gbong Gwom Jos, Da Jacob Gyang Buba, and the state governor for a special meeting in Abuja to find lasting solutions to the crisis in Plateau.

He alleged that some people were attempting to sabotage the forthcoming general elections and President Tinubu’s achievements for the nation.