The Plateau Progressive Ambassadors (PPA) has passed a vote of confidence on Governor Caleb Mutfwang, citing his administration’s efforts in infrastructure development, peacebuilding and the promotion of unity across Plateau State.
The group said its endorsement followed what it described as an independent assessment and on-the-ground research across the state, noting that the administration had made progress in addressing security challenges while pursuing development across the 17 local government areas.
In a press statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Ayuba Dung, the PPA said Mutfwang had demonstrated commitment to governance despite the security challenges confronting the state when he assumed office.
It particularly highlighted the administration’s efforts to strengthen the state’s security architecture, commending the Department of State Services (DSS), the Mobile Police Force (MOPOL), the Nigerian Military and other security agencies for their contributions to restoring relative peace in troubled communities.
“The DSS, in particular, has worked relentlessly alongside the MOPOL and the Military to degrade criminal networks, foil attacks, and restore relative peace across many troubled communities,” the statement said.
The group also commended the governor for repositioning and empowering Operation Rainbow with trained personnel, modern logistics and improved operational capacity to respond to security threats.
It further said the administration had established high-profile security outfits and drone surveillance stations in 10 strategic locations across the state to strengthen real-time monitoring, early warning and rapid intervention.
Beyond security, the PPA identified infrastructure development as another area in which it believes the administration has recorded progress.
According to the group, road construction and rehabilitation, the revitalisation of schools, improvements in healthcare facilities and the revival of water projects were among the interventions being pursued across the state.
“Roads are being constructed and rehabilitated, schools are being revitalised, healthcare facilities are being upgraded, water projects are being revived, and the state capital is wearing a new look,” the statement said.
It added that the projects went beyond physical infrastructure, describing them as important instruments for economic growth and social integration.
“These projects are not just physical structures; they are bridges of unity, economic enablers, and proof that governance is working for the ordinary Plateau man and woman,” the group stated.
On peacebuilding and social cohesion, the PPA said Governor Mutfwang had adopted an inclusive approach to governance, engaging traditional rulers, religious leaders, youths and women’s groups in efforts to rebuild trust and strengthen relationships among communities.
It maintained that the governor’s approach was anchored on fairness and togetherness, irrespective of ethnic, religious, political or local government differences.
“Through sustained engagement with community leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth and women groups, he has healed old wounds, rebuilt trust and re-united the people under one common purpose: Peace, Unity and Progress,” the statement said.
The group expressed optimism that Plateau was gradually regaining its reputation as a state where residents could live, worship, farm and conduct businesses peacefully.
It, however, expressed concern over the resurgence of attacks in some parts of the state as the 2027 general elections approach, alleging that some security challenges could be politically motivated and intended to discredit the governor’s administration.
Despite these concerns, the PPA maintained that Mutfwang had demonstrated capacity and commitment in addressing the state’s challenges.
“Despite these sponsored challenges, Governor Mutfwang is still performing creditably well across all sectors. He has shown capacity, commitment and sincerity of purpose,” the statement said.
The group consequently passed a vote of confidence on the governor, urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sustain his support for the Plateau government.
It also called on Plateau sons and daughters at home and in the diaspora to support efforts to consolidate the state’s security, infrastructural development and unity.
