President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured residents of Plateau State that the recent wave of killings in the state capital will not recur, as he visited Jos to commiserate with victims of the Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba community.
Speaking during the visit on Thursday, the President acknowledged the pain and loss suffered by families affected by the attack, which left at least 28 people dead and several others injured.
“This will not repeat itself,” Tinubu declared while addressing community leaders and residents, pledging decisive action to restore peace and security in the state.
The President noted that no amount of money could compensate for the loss of lives but assured victims of the Federal Government’s support in their time of grief.
“No amount of money can bring back the dead, but we will do our best to comfort you, walk with you, and provide the necessary assistance,” he said, expressing sympathy to bereaved families, including one Rhoda Favour, who lost a loved one in the attack.
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Tinubu further vowed that those responsible for the violence would be brought to justice, stressing that security agencies had been fully mobilised.
“We will find the perpetrators of these dastardly acts,” he said. “The Inspector-General of Police and the Chief of Army Staff are here, and security forces will do what is necessary.”
He also disclosed plans to strengthen surveillance in the state, including the deployment of security cameras to enhance intelligence gathering and crime detection.
The President’s visit comes days after the coordinated evening assault on Angwan Rukuba, which triggered tension, violent reprisals in surrounding communities, and heightened security concerns across the state.
Governor Seeks Sustained Federal Support
In his remarks, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, described the attack as a major setback but expressed optimism that the state would overcome the challenge.
“This incident is a temporary setback. By the grace of God, we will overcome and continue on the path of peace and prosperity,” Mutfwang said.
The governor noted that Plateau had recently experienced relative calm before the latest violence and called for sustained federal support to consolidate security gains.
He disclosed that a State Security Council meeting had been convened, with far-reaching decisions taken to address the situation, while security agencies intensify efforts to restore normalcy.
Mutfwang also advocated for deeper engagement with the Presidency and other stakeholders to find lasting solutions to the recurring security challenges in the state.
“These challenges have faced us for decades. We believe a deeper conversation will help us arrive at lasting peace,” he reiterated.
