PROGRESS IN THE PLATEAU STATE EDUCATIONAL SECTOR WITH DR. MRS KACHOLLOM PYAM GANG DOING WELL AS THE COMMISSIONER

By Jimmy Pam Jerry PJ²

The government of His Excellency,  Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has done well so far to improve the standard of education in the state, from primary,  post primary and tertiary levels respectively.

Education is the foundation upon which every great society is built. It is the light that drives away the darkness of ignorance and the force that unlocks the true potential of individuals and nations alike. A good education does not merely teach a person how to read and write; it shapes character, builds confidence, and instills the values of discipline, responsibility, and critical thinking. It empowers the youth to dream beyond their circumstances and equips them with the tools to turn those dreams into reality.

The Plateau state ministry of education under the supervision of a mother and an academia as commissioner - Dr. Mrs. Kachollom Pyam Gang has done well.
Here are some few achievements of the Plateau State Ministry of Education:

1. Massive Distribution of Learning Materials
Distribution of over 143,000 textbooks to public primary schools
Provision of school bags, sandals, pencils, and exercise books to pupils
Aim: improve access to quality learning and boost academic performance.
This is one of the most visible interventions to revive public education standards.

2. Payment of Teachers’ Salaries & Improved Welfare.
Settlement of salary arrears owed to teachers.
Teachers now receive regular and up-to-date salaries.
Reduced strikes and improved morale in schools.
This stabilized the education system after disruptions before 2023.

3. Rehabilitation and Improvement of School Infrastructure.
Renovation and upgrading of dilapidated classrooms and facilities.
Construction of new structures such as administrative office blocks.
Plans for:
68 new classrooms
Renovation of over 300 classrooms.
Focus is on creating a better learning environment across the state.

4. Reduction of Tuition Fees in Tertiary Institutions
50% tuition fee reduction for Plateau indigenes in state-owned institutions,
Implemented through the state scholarship board.
This greatly improved access to higher education.

5. Expansion of Scholarship and Financial Support,
300% increase in scholarship funding for Plateau students
Payment of:
IJMB exam fees (2022–2024)
Nigerian Law School fees (2023–2025).
This supports students locally and across Nigeria.

6. Accreditation and Strengthening of Tertiary Institutions.
Accreditation of courses in institutions such as:
Plateau State University, Bokkos
College of Nursing and Midwifery, Vom
College of Health Technology, Pankshin
Establishment of visitation panels to reform institutions.
This improves the quality and recognition of certificates.

7. Regulation of Private Schools,
Crackdown on illegal and unregistered institutions.
Introduction of clear guidelines for private school registration.
Helps maintain standards and protect students.

8. Policy Focus on Revitalizing Public Education.
Strong commitment to:
Restoring confidence in public schools
Improving learning outcomes.
Fighting illiteracy through better resources.

9. Emergency Response and Safety Measures.
After incidents like school infrastructure failures, government:
Ordered inspection of weak school buildings
Ensured affected students received medical care.
Indicates growing attention to school safety and regulation.

Since 2023, the Plateau State Ministry of Education under Dr. Mrs Kachollom Pyam Gang has focused on:
Reviving basic education (materials, teachers, infrastructure)
Making higher education affordable.

Expanding scholarships and accreditation.

Improving regulation and standards.

Overall, the sector is undergoing recovery and gradual transformation after years of decline.

God bless Plateau, God bless Barr. Caleb Mutfwang for appointing a round peg in a round hole.

_May, 2026_

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