Adedokun Waliyu 
President Bola Tinubu has directed the installation of over 5,000 surveillance cameras across Plateau State following the recent killings in Jos.
The directive was issued during a meeting with political and traditional leaders in Jos, days after the Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba that left more than 27 people dead.
Tinubu stated that the initiative is aimed at strengthening security operations by helping law enforcement agencies quickly identify and track perpetrators in real time. He also tasked the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, with providing details for the implementation.
While acknowledging the pain of affected families, the President said no compensation could replace lost lives but assured that the government would support victims.
He further instructed security chiefs, including the Inspector-General of Police and the Chief of Defence Staff, to intensify efforts in apprehending those responsible for the attack and bringing them to justice.
Tinubu also announced plans to establish a committee to assess the extent of damages and recommend compensation for victims. The committee will include the Plateau State governor and the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs.
Providing further insight, Tijani explained that the surveillance system would be powered by artificial intelligence and deployed across the state, starting with Jos. He noted that similar systems are already in operation in parts of the country, including Lagos and Enugu, where they have proven effective.
Tijani described the continued violence in Jos as deeply concerning, emphasizing the government’s commitment to deploying resources to restore lasting peace in the state.
Plateau State has experienced recurring violence over the years, often linked to communal and ethnic tensions.
