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

By Golok Nanmwa, Jos

The Plateau State Government says it plans to install about 5,000 surveillance cameras, deploy drones, and establish a command-and-control centre as part of efforts to strengthen security and improve real-time monitoring across the state.

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

Jatau said the initiative forms part of a broader security strategy aimed at enhancing intelligence gathering, improving response times, and strengthening community safety.

He noted that federal and state representatives had recently inspected the surveillance equipment in China ahead of its deployment.

According to him, the state already operates drones and a central command-and-control system designed to provide real-time intelligence to security agencies.

On community security, the SSG urged residents to remain vigilant and continue cooperating with security operatives, describing them as key 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 had so far spent over ₦20 billion on pension payments since assuming office and adopted a chronological payment system to ensure fairness and transparency.

He added that the Pension Board had progressed beyond 2011 in its payment schedule.

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

He also announced the commencement 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.

The post Plateau to install 5,000 surveillance cameras, deploy drones — SSG appeared first on Vanguard News.