“Jos Must Be Just”-Tinubu Demands End To Cycle Of Violence

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured residents of Jos that the recent wave of violence will not recur, pledging swift justice for victims and stronger security measures to restore peace in the area.

Speaking during a visit to the crisis-hit community on Thursday, Tinubu expressed deep sympathy for victims and their families, noting that no amount of financial compensation could fully heal their pain. He stressed that the government’s priority would be to ensure justice and prevent further attacks.

“I cannot offer you billions, but I can promise that this experience will not repeat itself,” the president said, adding that only God could provide true comfort to grieving families.

Tinubu directed security agencies to intensify efforts in tracking down perpetrators, commending the presence of top security officials, including the Inspector General of Police and the Chief of Army Staff. He charged them to “unearth and find the killers” responsible for the violence.

The president also announced plans to deploy over 5,000 surveillance cameras across affected areas to strengthen intelligence gathering and enable swift identification of criminal elements. He said the initiative would enhance the capacity of law enforcement agencies to respond proactively.

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Reflecting on past experiences in Jos, Tinubu lamented the recurrence of violence in a city once known for peaceful coexistence. He urged community leaders to learn from history and work collectively to break what he described as the “shackles of violence, ignorance, poverty, and hopelessness.”

He further directed relevant ministries, including humanitarian affairs, to compile data on victims and assess ways to provide relief and support, acknowledging that while lives lost cannot be replaced, government would offer necessary assistance to survivors.

Tinubu emphasised that his administration was elected on a promise of peace, unity, and prosperity, not division and loss, calling on all stakeholders to embrace inclusiveness and work together toward lasting stability in the region.

The visit comes amid heightened concern over recurring attacks in Plateau State, with residents calling for urgent and decisive government intervention to end the cycle of violence.