“Our Government Was Not Elected To Bury People” — Tinubu Vows To End Insecurity, Rebuild Attacked Communities In Plateau

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured residents of Plateau State that his administration will rebuild communities attacked by gunmen and facilitate the return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their ancestral homes, promising stronger security operations to restore peace and stability across the state.

Tinubu gave the assurance on Saturday during the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-Central Presidential Campaign Rally held at the Zaria Road Stadium in Jos, where he pledged to work with the Plateau State Government, traditional rulers and community leaders to rebuild affected communities and resettle displaced families.

The President said he had received reports from the state governor concerning the security situation and expressed optimism that the affected communities could be rebuilt.

“I got the report from the governor, and I saw hope in the faces of our people. It is now that we can rebuild, and I assure those displaced that we will rebuild your communities and bring you back to your communities,” Tinubu stated.

He disclosed that he had directed security agencies to take decisive action against threats to peace, stressing that Nigerians deserved stability, security and prosperity rather than continued violence and displacement.

“I have directed all the security agencies to take decisive action. What we should be getting is stability and prosperity, not crisis,” he said.

The President maintained that his administration’s responsibility was to improve the living conditions of Nigerians and protect them from insecurity.

“Our government was not elected to inflict wounds on one another or to bury people. We have to lift people up from penury to prosperity,” he declared.

Explaining the measures being taken to address security challenges, Tinubu disclosed that his administration was reinforcing security deployments and strengthening coordination among security agencies to ensure quicker responses to threats.

He announced that 1,000 forest guards were undergoing training as part of the government’s efforts to improve security in villages and communities.

“We are reinforcing security deployment and strengthening coordination and rapid response. One thousand forest guards are undergoing training right now,” the President said.

He assured residents that the additional security measures would improve their safety and help restore confidence among communities affected by attacks.

“You will feel them, you will see them, and you will feel secure in your villages and communities,” he added.

Tinubu also disclosed that surveillance cameras had already been procured to strengthen security monitoring, early detection and warning systems.

“The surveillance cameras have already been procured, as I promised. They will further strengthen early detection and early warning security operations,” he stated.

Returning to the plight of displaced persons, the President reiterated his administration’s determination to work towards ending their suffering and restoring their communities.

He assured affected families that the Federal Government would collaborate with the Plateau State Government and traditional institutions to facilitate their return and resettlement.

“To our displaced families, I say once again that government is working to end your suffering and bring you back to rebuild your communities,” Tinubu said.

“We will work with the governor, traditional rulers and other leaders to rebuild those communities and take you back to settle in the comfort of where you belong.”

The President also commended the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, for his contributions towards supporting vulnerable Nigerians and displaced persons.

“I appreciate the contribution of your son, Dr. Bernard Doro, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, to this important responsibility,” he stated.

Tinubu praised the minister’s efforts in identifying and assisting people requiring humanitarian support.

“Doro is doing a very good job identifying the vulnerable and the neediest and stretching the hand of humanity to them,” he said.

Beyond security and humanitarian assistance, Tinubu appealed to residents of Plateau State to embrace peaceful coexistence, stressing that unity, patience, fairness and mutual respect were necessary for the state’s future.

He urged the people to put aside their differences and work together in the interest of national unity and development.

“The future on this land is shared. Living together peacefully is a necessity we must nurture with patience, fairness and mutual respect,” the President stated.

“I plead with you to forget whatever differences we may have. Let us work together for one country,” he added.

Tinubu also encouraged eligible voters to obtain and use their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to support the APC in the forthcoming elections.

He described the voter card as an important instrument through which citizens could participate in determining the country’s political direction.

“Do you have your voter’s registration card? That is your weapon. That is your roadmap to prosperity. Use it effectively to vote for the APC,” he told the crowd.

The President assured residents that the 2027 elections would be peaceful and urged them not to be intimidated by individuals seeking to cause violence.

Speaking further on Plateau State’s economic development, Tinubu promised to support improvements in transportation and agricultural exports, including plans to convert the state’s airport into a cargo airport.

He explained that the proposed development would enable farmers and traders to export agricultural produce directly from Plateau State to international markets.

“We are going to convert your airport into a cargo airport. From there, you will be able to ship vegetables and potatoes abroad directly. The economy will improve, and prosperity will grow,” Tinubu stated.

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