President Bola Tinubu has promised to rebuild communities devastated by years of violence in Plateau State and facilitate the return of residents displaced by repeated attacks.
The President made the commitment on Saturday, November 14, during the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-Central campaign rally at Zaria Road Stadium in Jos.
He also disclosed that surveillance cameras previously promised to the state had arrived in Nigeria, while 1,000 forest guards recruited by the Federal Government were undergoing training.
Tinubu said his administration would work with Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang and other stakeholders to restore affected communities.
“We will rebuild those communities, and we will bring you back to your communities,” the President told residents.
His announcement comes amid continuing concerns over attacks on rural settlements and the displacement of families across parts of Plateau.
Security Commitments and Forest Guards
The President said the 1,000 forest guards would be deployed to vulnerable communities after completing their training.
The personnel are expected to support existing security agencies, particularly through monitoring forests and other locations that could provide hiding places for armed groups.
Tinubu also said surveillance cameras had arrived in the country and would soon be installed.
The cameras are expected to support early detection and warning operations.
According to the State House account of the rally, the President presented these measures as part of his administration’s security commitments to Plateau State.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima and Senate President Godswill Akpabio also attended the event.
Akpabio disclosed that the creation of state police remained under consideration as part of efforts to improve security across Nigeria.
The APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, also referred to federal security investments in Plateau, including military formations and security command centres.
Displacement Remains a Major Challenge
Plateau has experienced repeated communal and armed attacks over several years, resulting in deaths, destruction of property and displacement.
The latest presidential commitment therefore addresses two connected challenges: restoring security and enabling displaced residents to return home.
Governor Mutfwang acknowledged that security problems remain a major concern despite cooperation between the state and Federal Government.
He expressed hope that continued intervention would allow displaced residents to return to their ancestral communities.
The governor also outlined state initiatives involving employment, transportation and technology-supported security operations.
Among them was a proposed opportunity for about 2,000 young people to work remotely for organisations in the United States and Europe.
However, the return of displaced families will depend on sustained security improvements and the restoration of basic services in affected settlements.
Rebuilding houses alone may not be sufficient if residents cannot safely return to their farms, schools, businesses and other sources of livelihood.
Tinubu’s promise therefore places reconstruction and security at the centre of the Federal Government’s engagement with Plateau State ahead of the 2027 elections.
If this was spoken during his campaign
Then we just have to wish it’s not a scheme for him to be elected again