- Why Tinubu Addressed Plateau Victims in Jos Airport – Presidency
- Says the decision was attributed to logistical and scheduling constraints
- Plans to deploy 5,000 AI-enabled surveillance cameras to strengthen security and help track perpetrators of violent crimes
The Presidency has clarified why Bola Tinubu met victims of the recent attacks in Plateau State at the airport in Jos rather than visiting the affected communities.
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the decision was attributed to logistical and scheduling constraints.
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According to the Presidency, the President’s itinerary on Thursday initially included hosting Chadian President, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, at the Presidential Villa before proceeding to Iperu in Ogun State.
However, following a security briefing from Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, Tinubu suspended his Ogun trip and arranged an emergency visit to Jos.
The statement explained that the bilateral meeting with the Chadian leader, which focused on strengthening security cooperation, extended longer than expected, delaying the President’s departure.
It further noted that upon arrival in Jos, additional logistical challenges emerged, including the inability of the airport runway to support night operations due to limited navigational facilities.
As a result, arrangements were made for representatives of the affected communities to meet the President at a hall near the airport.
The Presidency added that key security officials, including the Minister of Defence, Chief of Army Staff, and Inspector General of Police, had earlier visited Rukuba, identified as the epicentre of the violence.
During the engagement, Tinubu commiserated with victims, held discussions with stakeholders, and reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to restoring peace and ensuring justice.
He also announced plans to deploy 5,000 AI-enabled surveillance cameras to strengthen security and help track perpetrators of violent crimes.
