Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has assured Nigerians that his administration remains committed to restoring peace and stability and expressed confidence that the state will overcome its recent security setbacks.
Speaking during a visit by President Bola Tinubu, the governor described the president’s presence as timely and symbolic.
He noted that it came at a moment when the state was seeking reassurance and renewal after the tragic incident of Sunday, March 29.
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He acknowledged the grief of affected families while emphasising that the attack represents only a temporary disruption in the state’s progress.
“Despite inheriting a volatile security situation marked by insurgency and terrorism, my administration has made significant strides in stabilising Plateau. We have improved security and had begun attracting both local and foreign investments, signalling renewed confidence in the state.
“I want to give credit to the security forces for preventing numerous attacks that often go unnoticed and commend their continued efforts,” he said.
Security Council Meeting
The governor revealed that he had convened a Security Council meeting following the incident, resulting in decisive actions aimed at strengthening the state’s response.
He reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to work closely with the Armed Forces and the Police to defeat insurgency and restore lasting peace.
Mutfwang noted that previous administrations, including those of Joshua Dariye, Jonah David Jang, and Simon Lalong, had all grappled with similar issues. However, he expressed optimism that the current administration at the federal level has created a platform for greater unity among Plateau leaders.
“Efforts are underway to bridge divisions among stakeholders. I want to state categorically that unity is critical to preventing further violence and reclaiming Plateau’s identity as a peaceful and tourism-friendly state,” he added.
Also speaking, former governor, Jonah Jang appealed to the president to convene a closed-door meeting in Abuja with key stakeholders to facilitate honest dialogue and lasting solutions.
He warned of potential attempts to undermine forthcoming elections but expressed confidence that such efforts would be resisted.