Demonstrating his resolute commitment to inclusive leadership and unity in diversity, Plateau State Governor, His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, on Saturday attended two significant cultural festivals in the Plateau Central Senatorial District, the Puus Kaat of the Mwaghavul Nation and the Puusdung of the Ngas Nation.
Addressing a cheering crowd at the Mangu Mini Stadium, where the Mwaghavul Nation proudly showcased its rich cultural heritage, Governor Mutfwang expressed deep gratitude to the people for their steadfast support, resilience, and peaceful disposition.
“I thank God for the Mwaghavul Nation, a resilient people, a people who cannot be silenced, cannot be depressed; a people who know who they are, what they want, and the God they serve. You understand your responsibility at a time like this when leadership has been entrusted to the Mwaghavul Nation.
“We cannot afford to fail the people of Plateau State. This is our time on duty. It is my prayer, focus, and commitment that under the leadership of a Mwaghavul son, Plateau will experience peace, prosperity, and become a state of pride and reckoning. It is no accident that we are at the heart of Plateau, it is so we can hold the state together,” he declared.
Governor Mutfwang appreciated the Mwaghavul people and other communities for their continuous support and assured them that development projects have only just begun in Mangu and across the state. He noted that several road projects are underway, with Mangu Local Government Area set to benefit significantly.
The Governor urged the people to maintain peace and unity, emphasizing that only through peaceful coexistence can sustainable and impactful development be achieved.
He also extended gratitude to distinguished guests, including the Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas; Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal; and Governor of Adamawa State, Umaru Fintiri, among others, for their support and solidarity at the festival.
Earlier in the day, Governor Mutfwang addressed a mammoth crowd at the Pankshin Mini Stadium during the 2025 Puusdung Cultural Festival of the Ngas Nation.
In his remarks, he emphasized the urgent need for unity among the people of Plateau State to achieve the collective aspiration for development. He reiterated his administration’s commitment to promoting brotherhood, peaceful coexistence, and unity among all ethnic nationalities.
The Governor cautioned against the politicization of cultural celebrations, urging young people to channel their energies into productive ventures that would uplift society.
He commended Nde Jika Golit, the Ngolong Ngas and President of the Pankshin/Kanke Traditional Council, and the sons and daughters of the Ngas Nation for their unwavering support. He called for even greater collaboration in the pursuit of peace and development.
“I am here out of respect for the Ngolong Ngas and the entire Ngas Nation. I have come to celebrate and encourage you for reviving this remarkable cultural festival. As a government, we are determined to revive and promote our cultural heritage as part of our tourism agenda.
“I appeal to all to safeguard the values and customs of Ngas land and ensure that this festival of great significance remains free from partisan politics,” he said.
Governor Mutfwang further emphasized, “The times demand that Plateau people set aside their differences and forge greater unity for our collective development. We must harness and direct our energies toward ensuring that Plateau State realizes its full potential. My commitment as Governor is to lift our people out of poverty and usher them into an era of prosperity.”
He stressed that Plateau cannot achieve its full potential without unity, asserting that only a united people can overcome the challenges facing the state.
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