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The Plateau State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon. Peter Nyam Gai, Esq., has visited SMARTEL Agri-Tech Company as part of efforts to explore partnerships aimed at modernising the agricultural sector and promoting sustainable economic growth and food security in Plateau State. The visit followed a request by SMARTEL Agri-Tech Company to partner with the Ministry and the Plateau State Government in advancing modern agricultural practices, technology-driven farming and sustainable solutions that can contribute to the development of the state’s agricultural economy. During the visit, the Commissioner inspected the company’s facilities and various agricultural initiatives, taking time to assess the systems, innovations and structures already put in place by the organisation. Hon. Nyam Gai commended the efforts of SMARTEL Agri-Tech and expressed the Ministry’s readiness to work with credible organisations whose expertise and innovations can contribute meaningfully to ...

Plateau State Governor, His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Esq., and Patron of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), has received an Award of Excellence in Leadership from the NIPR, Plateau State Chapter, in recognition of his leadership qualities amid the challenges confronting the State. ‎ ‎The award was presented on Thursday during the Sixth Edition of the J.D. Gomwalk Annual Lecture in Jos, themed: “Leadership and the Imperative of Constructive Politics in Plateau State.” ‎ ‎Receiving the award on behalf of the Governor, Sir Joseph Ari, DG Mutfwang/Piyo 2027 Campaign Council, said the leadership legacy of the late Joseph Dechi Gomwalk continues to inspire leaders across the Plateau, the Middle Belt and across the Niger. ‎ ‎He remarked that Governor Mutfwang’s leadership exemplifies ...

…Receives ECWA Leadership, Says Empowerment Key to Self-Sustaining Church ‎ ‎Plateau State Governor, His Excellency, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang,Esq, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partnering with faith based organisations as well as the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in advancing human development and lifting citizens out of poverty. ‎ ‎Governor Mutfwang stated this on Thursday, September 17, 2026, when the leadership of the ECWA District Church Councils on the Plateau paid him a courtesy visit at the Old Government House, Rayfield, Jos. ‎ ‎The Governor commended ECWA for over a century of contributions to Plateau State and Nigeria, particularly in education, healthcare, agriculture, employment and community development. He noted that the church’s institutions have historically served people across religious divides, recalling the contributions of faith-based institutions such as Bingham University Teaching Hospital and the Vom...

The Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency,  Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Esq., has emerged as the LEADERSHIP Newspaper Governor of the Year 2026, in recognition of his visionary, people-centred leadership and transformative impact on the state. Presenting the award notification to the Governor at the Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro, Abuja, Vice Chairman of LEADERSHIP Group, Mr. Mike Okpere, said the recognition was informed by Governor Mutfwang’s commitment to responsible leadership, institutional development, inclusive governance and the socio-economic advancement of Plateau State. He highlighted the administration’s achievements in infrastructure renewal, improved security, SME development, modern transportation, job creation, agriculture, tourism and technology. Okpere explained that the selection followed a comprehensive assessment of policies, programmes and their impact on citizens, noting that the award was reserved for governors who had demonstrated exceptio...

The security drive of the Plateau State Government has received a major boost following the approval of new military formations aimed at strengthening security and improving the protection of communities across the state. The development followed sustained engagements by Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang with security stakeholders in Abuja and other locations, as the state intensifies efforts to address insecurity and restore lasting peace in affected communities. According to a statement issued by the Plateau State Government House in Jos, the Chief of Army Staff has approved the establishment of one Battalion in Riyom, one Battalion in Mangu, a Garrison in Wase, and a Brigade in Langtang. The government said the new formations are expected to enhance the military's operational capacity and improve the response to security threats across Plateau State. The deployment is particularly expected to strengthen the protection of communities that have experienced a...

…Announces Joseph Ari KSM as Campaign Director-General Plateau State Governor, His Excellency, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Esq., has called on citizens to rise above religious, ethnic and other differences and unite in the collective effort to defeat poverty, insecurity and underdevelopment in Plateau State. The Governor made the call on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the New Government House, Rayfield, Jos, when the Metropolitan Grand Knight of the Knights and Ladies of St. Mulumba (KSM), Jos Metropolitan Council, Sir Mathew Yokpe, led members of the Order on a courtesy visit. Governor Mutfwang described as unfounded allegations that his administration had deliberately sidelined the Catholic community, explaining that appointments and other leadership decisions were based primarily on competence, political realities and geographical considerations, rather than religious affiliation. According to him, poverty remains a common challenge confronting the people across the region, irrespect...