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2027: Plateau Artisans Endorse Governor Mutfwang for Second Term

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10 months ago

August 7, 2025

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A coalition of artisans across Plateau State has declared support for Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang’s re-election bid in 2027, citing his people-focused leadership and tangible achievements across key sectors.

Operating under the banner “Vanguard for the Voice of Reasoning,” the coalition passed a vote of confidence on the governor during a routine meeting held in Jos. In a communiqué signed by its spokesperson, James Buba, the group pledged to mobilize grassroots support across professions and communities under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) platform.

“After a thorough evaluation of Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration, we are firmly convinced he is the transformational leader Plateau has long desired. He has kept his promises and delivered across critical sectors,” the statement read.

The group praised the governor’s efforts in restoring public trust and reviving the state’s lost glory, noting that within two years, his administration had rekindled hope in governance.

Among the highlighted achievements was improved access to quality healthcare, especially in rural communities—making medical services accessible to low-income families after years of neglect.

They also commended interventions in the transport sector, particularly the reintroduction of subsidized public transportation, which artisans said has significantly reduced their daily costs and improved mobility to work sites.

On education, the coalition applauded the renovation of public schools, provision of learning materials, and support for underprivileged students.

“The Governor has shown that education is not a privilege for the elite but a right for every Plateau child,” Buba added.

In agriculture, they lauded the administration’s push for mechanized farming, noting that rural farmers now have access to equipment and inputs that have boosted food production and employment.

The group also acknowledged the state government’s efforts in strengthening local security architecture, which has enhanced safety and created an enabling environment for economic activity.

Furthermore, investments in tourism and human capital development were praised, particularly the revitalization of tourist sites and vocational training for youths and artisans.

“These are not just policy statements. They are tangible projects and reforms that we benefit from daily,” Buba emphasized.

The coalition expressed particular satisfaction with Governor Mutfwang’s engagement with the informal sector, saying that artisans such as carpenters, welders, tailors, mechanics, and masons are now being supported to expand their businesses.

“The government’s economic programmes have included, not excluded us,” Buba noted. “His approach to leadership has restored confidence in public institutions and dignity to everyday Plateau citizens.”

Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, the coalition made its position clear:

“Governor Mutfwang has made Plateau proud again. He listens, includes, and delivers. Come rain or shine, we will stand behind him in 2027.”

The group also cautioned against political misinformation, stating:

“Plateau is not for sale. We stand united and unshaken in our support. The future of our state is secure under his visionary leadership.”

With over two years remaining in his first term, Governor Mutfwang appears to be consolidating grassroots support. For Plateau’s artisans, his inclusive leadership has not only driven development but also restored trust, dignity, and economic opportunity.

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Samuel Kyarshik Emerges APM Governorship Flagbearer in Plateau

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16 hours ago

May 29, 2026

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Samuel Danauta Kyarshik has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Allied People’s Movement for the 2027 general elections in Plateau State.

Kyarshik emerged through a consensus affirmation process during the party’s governorship primary election held in Jos, the Plateau State capital.

The exercise was supervised by the Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Solomon Luka, who said the process followed the party’s constitutional guidelines for consensus primaries.

Luka explained that the emergence of only one cleared aspirant made the consensus option necessary and straightforward.

“We are here to make it official because by our guidelines we have only two ways of conducting primaries; either direct primaries or consensus. Since there is only one aspirant, all we need to do is use the consensus option,” he stated.

Following consultations with delegates and party stakeholders present at the venue, Luka formally declared Kyarshik as the party’s authentic governorship candidate after no objections were raised.

Speaking shortly after his emergence, Kyarshik described the affirmation as the beginning of a new chapter for Plateau State, promising inclusive governance, peace, and economic transformation if elected governor in 2027.

According to him, Plateau State possesses enormous human and natural resources capable of driving development and prosperity.

“Plateau State is too rich to be poor,” he declared, while blaming years of poor leadership for the economic and social challenges confronting the state.

The APM governorship candidate pledged to focus on restoring unity, improving infrastructure, creating opportunities for residents, and addressing insecurity across the state.

On security, Kyarshik assured residents that his administration would prioritise the protection of lives and property, stressing that leadership requires sacrifice and commitment to the people.

Also speaking, the Plateau State Chairman of the APM, Mohammed Abdullahi Danbaba, said the party was determined to provide purposeful leadership and tackle challenges such as insecurity, poor roads, and lack of basic amenities.

Danbaba described Kyarshik as a loyal and capable leader with the qualities needed to move Plateau State forward.

In his remarks, Emmanuel Goladi said the party was prepared to offer a new style of leadership built on teamwork, unity, and practical solutions to the state’s challenges.

Goladi identified insecurity as one of the major issues facing Plateau State, adding that the party had developed strategies aimed at ensuring lasting peace and development across the state.

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JUST IN: NDC names electoral committee members for 2027 primaries

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2 days ago

May 28, 2026

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The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has released the list of electoral committee members to conduct its primaries for state House of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, Governorship and Presidential Elections across the 36 states and the FCT.

The party announced committees for states across the six geopolitical zones ahead of its primaries scheduled for the 2027 elections.

In the South-East, the party appointed Asukewe Ikoawaji to chair the Abia committee, while Osita Ogbu will lead the Anambra panel.

Peter Onigah was named chairman for Ebonyi, while Teddy Obey and Babatunde Ali will oversee Enugu and Imo states respectively.

In the South-South, Clement Agiangie was appointed chairman for Akwa Ibom, while Biokpo Awara will head the Bayelsa committee.

The party also named Kabiru Umoru for Delta, Fredrick Owotorufa for Edo and Osusu Osusu for Rivers.

In the South-west, Sidi Abdul Bomi was appointed chairman for Lagos, while Ojeh Jimmy and Babatunde Daodu will oversee Ogun and Ondo states respectively.

The North-Central zone has Ezebuike Peter leading the Kogi committee, while Pabara Igwele was named chairman for Plateau state.

In the North-East, Ande Karma will chair the Bauchi committee, while Nura Abdulrazak heads the Gombe panel.

For the North-Eest, Balarabe Ayuba was appointed chairman for Kaduna, while Mainasara Sani Abubakar will oversee Kano state.

The party said the committees would conduct primaries for all elective positions in their respective states and ensure credible and transparent exercises ahead of the 2027 elections.