President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to addressing insecurity in Plateau State, rebuilding communities affected by violence and facilitating the safe return of displaced residents to their ancestral homes.
The President made the promises during the APC North-Central Presidential Campaign Rally held at Zaria Road Stadium, Jos, where he outlined key interventions aimed at strengthening security, promoting economic prosperity and fostering peaceful coexistence in Plateau State and Nigeria.
Tinubu disclosed that 12,000 forest guards were currently undergoing training as part of efforts to strengthen security operations across the country, particularly in vulnerable communities and forest areas.
He explained that his administration was also strengthening security deployment, improving coordination among security agencies and enhancing rapid response mechanisms to tackle security threats.
The President further revealed that surveillance cameras had been procured to strengthen intelligence gathering, early detection of threats and security operations.
Addressing the plight of displaced persons in Plateau State, Tinubu assured affected families that the Federal Government was working towards ending their suffering and ensuring their return to their communities.
He pledged to work closely with Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, Senator Diket Plang and other relevant leaders to facilitate the rebuilding of affected communities and the resettlement of displaced residents.
According to him, the objective is to ensure that displaced families return to their ancestral homes and live in safety and comfort.
The President also commended the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, for his efforts in identifying vulnerable Nigerians and providing humanitarian support to those in need.
In a major infrastructure promise to Plateau State, Tinubu announced plans to work with Governor Mutfwang to facilitate the conversion of Jos Airport into a cargo airport.
He said the initiative would support economic activities and create opportunities for improved commercial development in the state.
Beyond security and infrastructure, the President called for unity, tolerance and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, stressing the need for citizens to embrace their differences with patience, fairness and mutual respect.
He maintained that the responsibility of government was to promote the welfare and prosperity of the people rather than inflict hardship on them.
Tinubu also assured Nigerians of his commitment to ensuring peaceful elections, urging eligible voters to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in the democratic process.
He encouraged political participation while calling on citizens to reject violence and work together towards building a united and prosperous country.
The rally brought together APC leaders, governors, political stakeholders and supporters from across the North-Central region.