Plateau State governor Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has hosted members of the National Assembly from the state to a strategic meeting aimed at aligning efforts to rebuild the state for the collective good of its people.
LEADERSHIP reports that the move is part of his administration’s commitment to fostering peace, unity, and inclusive governance.
The meeting, held at the Governor’s residence in the Old Government House, Jos provided an avenue for Governor Mutfwang to brief the federal lawmakers on his administration’s vision to restore Plateau’s lost glory and ensure equitable development across all communities.
Speaking at the meeting, the governor emphasized the need for synergy among leaders across party lines, describing it as critical to the realisation of the Plateau project.
“We have come to the realisation that without unity and collaboration, we cannot move Plateau forward.
Today marks a new beginning as elected representatives of the people from different political parties including the PDP, APC, and Labour Party, have resolved to work together for the Plateau project,” Governor Mutfwang said.
“The Plateau project is about developing and moving our state forward. This meeting symbolizes our collective resolve to bury political differences in the interest of our people. I am glad that we held this discussion in a harmonious atmosphere, and I am confident it signals a brighter future for Plateau State,” he said.
Meanwhile, former governor of the state and senator representing Plateau South, Simon Lalong, who spoke on behalf of the National Assembly members, commended Governor Mutfwang for initiating the dialogue.
He noted that the meeting fostered mutual understanding and commitment to Plateau’s progress.
“I want to thank His Excellency for this initiative. We have had a fruitful interaction, shared our views, and agreed to work together to address the challenges facing our state.
He assured us of his support, and we also pledged to support him in moving Plateau forward. Next year, the people of Plateau will witness a transformed state under Governor Mutfwang’s leadership,” Senator Lalong stated.
The meeting was attended by several National Assembly members, including Senator Diket Plang (Plateau Central), Hon. Ahmed Idris Wase, (Wase Federal Constituency and former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives), Hon. John Dafaan (Quan’pan/Shendam/Mikang Federal Constituency), Hon. Prince Vincent Venman Bulus (Langtang North and South Federal Constituency), Hon. Ishaya Lalu (Mangu/Bokkos Federal Constituency), Hon. Alfred Illiya Ajang (Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency), and Hon. Daniel Asama (Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency).
Notably absent due to official assignments abroad were Senator Pam Dung Gyang (Plateau North) and Rt. Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi (Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency
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