Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has directed the installation of 5,000 surveillance cameras in the city of Jos as part of efforts to tackle insecurity in the region.
The directive was issued on Thursday, 2 April 2026, during the president’s visit to Plateau State, where he met community leaders and victims of recent attacks.
Mr Tinubu said the surveillance system would help security agencies monitor activities, identify suspects and respond more quickly to threats. He instructed the Minister of Communications, Bosun Tijani, to begin immediate implementation of the project.
The president’s visit followed a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba on Sunday, 29 March, which prompted him to postpone a planned trip to Ogun State.
Speaking during the visit, Mr Tinubu expressed sympathy for those affected but said his focus was on restoring peace and preventing further violence.
“I don’t want to be here commiserating and consoling. I want to be here to establish peace,” he said.
He also ordered security agencies to intensify operations to identify and prosecute those responsible for the killings.
In addition, the president directed the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Bernard Doro, to carry out an assessment of victims and losses to enable relief support.
Mr Tinubu further called for the expansion of the state’s peace and security committee to include a broader range of stakeholders, as part of efforts to address underlying tensions.
Speaking at the event, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, said insecurity in the state had persisted for years and required coordinated action, although he described the latest violence as a temporary setback.
Traditional rulers, led by the Gbong Gwom Jos, Buba Gyang, as well as former governors including Jonah Jang and Simon Lalong, also called for broader consultations and long-term solutions.
Authorities say the measures announced form part of wider efforts to break the cycle of violence and improve security across the state.
