As part of efforts to promote national unity and youth development through sports, the University of Jos (UNIJOS) has officially opened the 27th edition of the Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA), bringing together more than 7,800 student-athletes and over 2,000 officials from 91 universities across the country. This year’s...
Plateau State Governor
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has declared an end to factional politics within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State, urging the newly elected state executive members to embrace unity, forgiveness, and collective responsibility as the foundation for rebuilding the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The...
Mupun nation in Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State has endorsed Governor Caleb Mutfwang for a second term in 2027, citing his administration’s commitment to infrastructure and human capital development across the state. The endorsement took place recently during a rally and project inspection tour of Lankan, Kagu,...
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has restated his administration’s unwavering commitment to reposition Plateau State as Nigeria’s leading agricultural hub through sustained investment in food production, infrastructure, and value-chain development. Governor Mutfwang emphasized that agriculture remains the backbone of Plateau’s economy and a primary source of livelihood for the...
A fact-finding committee established to investigate the persistent attacks, killings, and destruction in Plateau State has reported that 420 communities across 13 Local Government Areas (LGAs) have been targeted between 2001 and May 2025. The committee, chaired by Retired Maj.-Gen. Nicholas Rogers, presented its findings to Governor Caleb Mutfwang...
The Plateau State chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has endorsed Governor Caleb Mutfwang for re-election in 2027 after a peer review tour of all 17 Local Government Councils (LGCs). The review, led by ALGON Chairman, Hon. Hamisu Anani, was described as historic and provided...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Malnutrition is a condition that occurs when a person’s diet lacks the essential nutrients required for growth, immunity, and healthy development. It is not just about hunger but also about poor feeding practices, lack of dietary diversity, and inadequate maternal care, especially in early...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has said the attainment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the state requires more than government intervention, urging stakeholders to play an active role in improving healthcare access and equity. Mutfwang made the call on Tuesday at the opening...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos– People’s Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State have thrown their weight behind Governor Caleb Mutfwang and his Deputy, Josephine Piyo, urging them to seek re-election in 2027. The endorsement came during an expanded stakeholders’ meeting held over the weekend...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Government has unveiled an ambitious plan to cultivate 7,000 hectares of farmland by 2027 in a youth-focused agricultural initiative projected to create between 15,000 and 20,000 opportunities in the agribusiness sector. Governor Caleb Mutfwang, represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos– Former lawmaker, Dachung Musa Bagos has predicted a major shift in Plateau State’s political terrain ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that the contest will hinge more on the calibre of candidates than the weight of political parties, and that Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s performance...
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has shed light on the security situation in the state, asserting that it is relatively safer compared to other states in the North-Central region. Despite recent violent incidents, the governor remains optimistic about the state’s security prospects. During an interactive session with journalists in...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has declared that his administration’s greatest achievement so far is restoring hope to Plateau citizens, citing reforms in security, agriculture, infrastructure, and public service. Speaking at a media parley on Tuesday with journalists, independent publishers, bloggers, and social media...
Plateau State Government has conducted a mass burial for 27 individuals killed in a recent assault on the Bindi community in Tahoss, Riyom Local Government Area (LGA). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that on July 15, 2025, armed assailants attacked the community, claiming 27 lives, destroying homes,...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – As part of activities marking Nigeria’s Democracy Day, Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State on Thursday commissioned 15 additional buses under the Tin City Metro 2.0 scheme, reinforcing his administration’s push to ease transportation costs and improve public welfare. Speaking at the Old Government...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has announced that only 159 mining operators vetted and cleared by a state-appointed Technical Committee are permitted to resume operations, insisting that the temporary suspension of mining activities remains fully in effect for all non-compliant actors. He issued the...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Government has commenced full digitization of civil service operations including biometric attendance systems, e-governance processes, and digital personnel records as part of efforts to entrench professionalism and enhance efficiency in the public service. This was disclosed by the Head of Civil Service,...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – The Medical Director of the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Jos, Professor Icha Inalegwu Onche, has commended the Federal Government and the Plateau State Government for their critical support, which enabled the long-awaited take-off of the specialised medical facility serving the North Central region. The hospital,...
General Overseer (GO) of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E. A. Adeboye, has assured Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau of the Church’s support. Adeboye gave the assurance on Wednesday when he led the leadership of RCCG and top Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) members on a...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, jos – Professor Sonni Gwanle Tyoden, a renowned academic and former Deputy Governor of Plateau State, has died at the age of 74. Tyoden, who was also a former Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, served as Deputy Governor under former Governor Simon Lalong from...