Plateau to install 5,000 surveillance cameras and deploy drones — SSG

By Golok Nanmwa, Jos

The Plateau State Government announced plans to install roughly 5,000 surveillance cameras, deploy drones, and establish a command‑and‑control centre to enhance security and enable real‑time monitoring across the state.

Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Arch. Samuel Jatau revealed the initiative on Wednesday in Jos while briefing journalists on the policies and governance direction of Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration.

Jatau said the project is part of a broader security strategy aimed at improving intelligence gathering, reducing response times, and strengthening community safety.

He noted that federal and state officials had recently inspected the surveillance equipment in China before its deployment.

According to him, the state already operates drones and a central command‑and‑control system that provides real‑time intelligence to security agencies.

On community security, the SSG urged residents to stay vigilant and continue cooperating with security operatives, describing them as essential stakeholders in the state’s security architecture.

Jatau also disclosed that Plateau State requires about ₦60 billion to clear outstanding pension and gratuity arrears owed to retirees in both state and local government areas.

He said the administration has spent over ₦20 billion on pension payments since taking office and has adopted a chronological payment system to ensure fairness and transparency.

He added that the Pension Board has progressed beyond the 2011 payment schedule.

Regarding agriculture, Jatau described the sector as a key driver of economic growth, noting that the government has procured more than 200 land tillers and secured hybrid potato seedlings to boost production.

He also announced the launch of a 500‑cattle‑per‑day abattoir project in Heipang, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, aimed at positioning Plateau State within the global meat and dairy value chain.

According to him, the government is engaging foreign investors, with preliminary discussions indicating potential investments exceeding $400 million.

Jatau urged residents to support ongoing reforms, expressing confidence that the initiatives would strengthen the state’s economy and improve livelihoods.

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