Mutfwang praises Tinubu over greenlighting recruitment of 1,000 forest rangers in Plateau State

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has praised President Bola Tinubu for giving the green light to hire 1,000 forest guards, a move that will bolster security in the state.

This commendation came on Thursday when President Tinubu visited Jos, the state capital, to offer condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the recent attack at Angwan Rukuba community in Jos North Local Government Area.

During the visit, Mutfwang expressed his gratitude to the President for his unwavering support, stating that he wanted to thank President Tinubu for all his efforts to aid the state.

Mutfwang specifically highlighted the approval to recruit 1,000 forest guards, which will soon become a reality, as one of the many initiatives the President has undertaken to support the state.

The governor noted that this approval, granted in January, would significantly enhance the state's security architecture, providing a much-needed boost to the security network.

Mutfwang also acknowledged the solemn nature of the President's visit, and he prayed for Tinubu's return to Plateau under more joyful circumstances, saying the visit was to console and commiserate with the people.

He assured the President that the people of Plateau State were truly grateful for his visit, and he placed on record his appreciation for the President's presence during this difficult time.

Governor Mutfwang further praised President Tinubu for his support of Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe as the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, promising that Plateau State would give him full support.

The governor also commended the President for approving the dualisation of the Akwanga-Jos road, describing it as a vital infrastructure project for the region that would have a significant impact.

During his visit, President Tinubu announced plans to strengthen security surveillance in the state by immediately installing a network of 5,000 cameras to help law enforcement agencies identify perpetrators of violence.

President Tinubu urged community leaders and residents to work together to break the cycle of violence, emphasizing the need for unity and peaceful coexistence to overcome the challenges facing the state.

The President stressed that it was essential for the community to come together to "break the shackles of violence, ignorance, poverty and hopelessness" and build a more secure and prosperous future.

Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), emphasized the importance of strengthening trust between communities and security agencies to prevent further attacks and promote peace.

He noted that several communities in the state, including Wase and Kanam, had experienced terror attacks, resulting in the loss of lives and destruction of property, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to security.

Prof. Yilwatda stated that "beyond security deployments, we must rebuild confidence between citizens and security institutions to effectively stem this tide" of violence and promote a more secure environment.

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, disclosed plans to deploy surveillance infrastructure across Plateau State, starting with Jos, as part of the administration's commitment to modern security solutions.

Dr. Tijani assured that the deployment of AI-enabled camera networks, which have already proven effective in other parts of the country, was not an empty promise, but a concrete step towards enhancing security in the state.