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The Elders of Plateau State have endorsed the pragmatic leadership of Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, aimed at fostering unity and inclusive governance for the rapid transformation of the state.

This was revealed during a luncheon at the Banquet Hall, New Government House, Rayfield Jos, where the respected citizens expressed their views on security and good governance under Governor Mutfwang.

Former Military Governor of the State, Rear Admiral Samuel Bitrus Atikum, applauded Governor Mutfwang for initiating governance on a sincere and inclusive note. He highlighted the Governor’s holistic approach to road construction and rehabilitation in the Jos/Bukuru Metropolis, considering all communities without bias.

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Admiral Atikum praised the Governor’s determination, resilience, and forthright thinking in addressing the myriad of security challenges in the state.

He called for the support of elders across ethnic and party lines to win the war against insecurity and called on the governor to set aside party affiliations and continue governance with an even development approach.

Former Governors of the state, Sen. Joshua Chibi Dariye, Sen. Jonah David Jang, and Sen. Simon Bako Lalong, commended Governor Mutfwang’s initiatives to unite the people and foster development for the state’s growth and prosperity.

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has assured Nigerians that the security situation in the state has significantly improved compared to last year, although challenges remain. 

Speaking with journalists after a visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Lagos residence on Friday, Mutfwang described the progress as promising, but acknowledged that it is “not 100%.”

“The update on the Plateau is that things are getting better. Security-wise, certainly we are better off this year than we were last year,” the governor stated. 

He highlighted a combination of efforts, including enhanced technology, community mobilization, and proactive measures by security forces, as key drivers of the improvement.

Reflecting on the strides made, Mutfwang noted that Plateau State, which mourned during the holiday season in 2023, was able to celebrate Christmas this year with “relative peace.” 

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However, he admitted that isolated incidents still occur, emphasizing the need for sustained vigilance.

“With the support of Mr. President, I can assure you that we are not going to take our foot off the pedal. We are going to make sure that we cross the Ts and dot the Is as far as security is concerned,” he said.

Mutfwang also used the opportunity to encourage investment in Plateau State, expressing confidence in the state’s improving climate for business. 

“We want to assure our people and give confidence to Nigerians, particularly those who want to come and invest on the Plateau. The environment is good, and I believe that 2025 will be a better year,” he said.

The governor’s visit to President Tinubu was also an opportunity to brief him on Plateau’s progress and discuss other state matters. 

“The President has been very concerned about the security situation on the Plateau,” Mutfwang said, adding that Tinubu’s support has been instrumental in the state’s journey towards stability.

Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has approved a minor reshuffle of his cabinet to enhance effective service delivery.

Hon. Noel Nkup, the Commissioner for Water Resources and Energy will now serve as the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development.

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Hon. Bashir Lawandi Datti, who previously held the position of Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, has been reassigned as the Commissioner for Water Resources and Energy.

In a statement by his spokesman Gyang Bere, the Governorsaid that the changes take immediate effect.

Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has approved the immediate suspension of four key officials.

The affected officials include Hon. Chrysanthus Dawam, Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning and Hon. Jamila Tukur, Commissioner for Tourism, Culture, and Hospitality.

Also affected is Hon. Dio Lamul, Special Adviser on Rural Development and Hon. Moses Sule, Liaison Officer for Mikang Constituency.

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This was contained in a statement by the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, Gyang Bere.

It said the suspensions take immediate effect

No reason was given for their suspension but it may not be unconnected with the recently concluded PDP local government primaries which was fraught with violence and crisis.

Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has introduced an intra-city bus service known as Tin City Metro Bus service to ease transportation challenges.

The intra-city bus service said to be subsidised by 50% is meant to ease intra-city movement of citizens to cushion the effect of the high cost of transportation occasioned by the removal of the petroleum subsidy.

Secretary to the State Government Arch Samuel Jatau who disclosed this to Journalists in Jos said: “Already, 14 brand new Luxury buses acquired from Germany have already been delivered to us, we have mapped the routes, and we are trying to clear the city center Terminus to make movement easy for the buses.

“The Tin city metro is meant to reduce the hardship faced by citizens. Transportation is one of the critical sector the people need daily. And so this government consider transportation as one of the way it can deliver palliative at this hard times.

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General Manager Plateau Express Service Samuel Gut said: “The buses will cover routes like Anglo D – Vom, Polo roundabout to Bukuru, Terminus-Zawan, British America -JUTH, Terminus – Rayfield, Terminuy-Tudunwada-Lowcost-Wirldlife Park, Terminus-Bauchi road- Faringada and also British America -Angwan Rukuba-ring road.

“The transport fare is N200.00 to anywhere you want to go on Jos city particularly the routes listed above.

“It may interest you to know that the state government is subsidizing the cards and fares by fifty per cent, either far or near the cards go for N200. Also, this is not an elitist approach, but this is the best and safest approach to adopt for control purposes.

“To get the cards definitely will not be a problem because there’s going to be points of sale within the state capital. For a start, we are taking eight routes, but I can assure you that the Governor Caleb Muftwang-led administration will increase the number of buses as time goes on.”

Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has reinstated 3,879 civil servants employed by the immediate past administration of Simon Lalong.

The reinstatement of the workers was contained in a statement by the Secretary to the Government of Plateau State Arch Samuel Nanchang Jatau, in Jos.

According to the statement, the 3,879 reinstated civil servants cut across 42 Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) whose employment was carried out under the supervision of the State Civil Service Commission as well as the Office of the Head of Civil Service.

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This has finally puts to rest months of back and forth on the qualification of those employed, and authenticity of the process through which the workers were employed.

The Government suspended the entire employment in June 2023 pending investigation and recommendation by a white paper committee set up to look into the process in accordance with civil service procedure.

The statement upheld the cancellation of the employments done by tertiary Institutions under the last administration and ordered the immediate commencement of processes for fresh employment in the affected institutions.