Dr. Samuel Godongs the Plateau State Director General of Research, Documentation and Planning has hinted that the present administration in the State is committed to the development of robust infrastructures across the State to address the infrastructural deficit being experienced in the State.
According to the Scholar, the present administration met the State at its lowest ebb, witnessing dissatisfaction disrepair stating the inauguration of Gov. Caleb Mutfwang brought hope to the Citizens of the State through the provision of purposeful leadership and giving good sense of direction.

He made these known during a live town hall Accountability programme tagged ” the Six Month Review of the time is now administration’s scorecard” organized by his Office in collaboration with the Plateau Radio and Television Corporation (PRTVC) today 23rd December, 2023 at PRTVC Rayfield.
Dr. Samuel Godongs averred that the policy thrust of the Governor Caleb Mutfwang-led adminstration revolves around good governance, development of robust infrastructures and stimulating economic prosperity for the State through improving the ease of doing businesses in the State.
He said “Plateau State possess mineral deposits in commercial quantities that need to be tapped”.
He went further to state that the Citizens are comfortable with the present government in the State and have high hopes.
He lauded Gov. Mutfwang for not allowing the political hurdles distract him from providing sound and purposeful leadership to the Citizens of Plateau State. He said the State Governor is sensitive and responsive to the plights of the Citizens. He stated that the Governor will not relent in working toward achieving a more united, peaceful, secure and prosperous State.

Commissioners and Heads of some Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) presented the scorecards of their various MDAs within the period they took over affairs.

The Commissioner of Transport, Hon. Davou Gyang Jatau hinted that the State government is introducing surveillance cameras to reduce car theft and other criminal activities. He also disclosed that plans have reached advanced stage for ValueJet to commence Cargo flight in the State as well as the plan by government to reactivate the rail transport and metropolitan bus transit to reduce the adverse impact of the removal of fuel subsidy.

Program Manager of Plateau Agricultural Development Programme, Jilemsam Ishaku in his presentation hinted that the Plateau State Ministry of Agriculture has conducted soil mapping across the State to ensure that the right crops are grown for better yield. He said markets have been identified and secured for the commodities trading by the State. He also said plans have been activated to revamp to make the Panyam Fish Farm operational.

Commissioner of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Caroline Panglang Dafur commended the State Governor for his zero tolerance for human trafficking and child labour.

Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Bashir Lawandi Datti on his own part commended the State Governor for being youth friendly and for giving greater attention to human capital development. He said the State government purchase a 30-seater bus for the Mighty Jets Football Club to provide them with means of transportation which hitherto was absent.

General Manager of the Plateau State Road Maintenance Agency, Engr. Luka Davou reassured the citizens of government commitment to ensure that roads in the State are motorable all year round saying the ongoing rehabilitation of roads is in phases. He said as the first phase is being completed, the Governor has graciously approved the Second phase with a directive that the rehabilitation should be extended beyond Jos/Bukuru Metropolis.

The Permanent Secretary of Establishment and Labour, Mr. Maram Isaac Monday who represented the Head of Service of the State outlined some of the achievements of the present government as it relates to the Civil Service to include the resolution of the indefinite strike actions it met, clearing backlog of salaries, review of minimum pension, approval for the payment of outstanding pensions, gratuities and death benefits as well as giving greater attention to the training and retraining of civil servants in the State for optimal performance.
Technical Adviser to the Governor on Partnership and Diaspora, Manji Wilson said the present administration is working assiduously to attract global attention to the State which focus is to increase investment especially Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs). He said the government has plans to assist citizens of the State gain admission to Universities abroad to study and come back to add value to the State.
The State Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Plateau State Chapter Cmr. Eugene Manji urged the government to involve Unions in the implementation of its policy and work toward implementing the white paper on the suspended employment in the State.

Secretary of The Plateau Initiative for Development and Advancement of the Natives (PIDAN), Cmr. Nanle Gujor appreciated Gov. Mutfwang for his accessibility and running an all-inclusive government in the State. He urged the Governor to give greater attention to the security of lives and property of the Citizens which is its cardinal constitutional responsibility.

Earlier in her welcoming remarks the Acting General Manager of Plateau Radio Television Corporation, Mrs Kachollom Rita Aba said the achievements of Gov. Mutfwang across the various sectors in the State since he assumed Office are commendable. She applauded him for giving priority to the unity, peace, development and prosperity of the State.

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“Physical Infrastructures Remain Critical to Government” – Plateau DG Research, Dr. Sam Godongs