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I Won’t Discriminate Against Muslim, Hausa as Plateau Governor – Mutfwang:

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3 years ago

March 9, 2023

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has allayed fears that his government would discriminate against a section of the state on tribal and religious grounds if elected governor, noting that he respected people of other faiths and would give them their rights.

Mutfwang, who addressed the press in Jos, reassured the people that he wouldn’t discriminate against Muslim or Hausa in the state.

“While my faith is unshakable, it has also taught me to respect people of other faiths. I,therefore, want to assure my Muslim brothers in particular, that they have nothing to be afraid of about me, because I believe in fairness, equity and justice, therefore, I will not do anything unjustly to discriminate against them on account of faith or ethnic nationality,” he said.

On the allegation that he would sack workers if elected, the he said it was unimaginable that such could be insinuated about him, when he truly believed that the state needed to employ more people to enhance the capacity of the Civil Service and to ensure that the Plateau State civil service was repositioned to be one of the best in the country.

“So, I will not sack, rather I will employ additional competent hands,” he said, even as he decried the huge debt profile of the state, which he said experts projected to be about N250 Billion by May 29, when the incumbent governor, Simon Lalong, would leave office.

He however expressed determination to turn things around if elected, adding that wealth must be created to enable payment of this huge debts.

“Godless politicians and their agents will deploy lies, mudslinging, character assassination, misrepresentation, mischief and other immoral strategies as tools for propaganda. But we have chosen to be different and are determined to earn your trust by speaking the truth at all times. Our opponents know they cannot come near victory unless they take us out of the ballot.

“Since they have no project to commission, they have commissioned their paid agents to spread falsehood. One of the lies deployed by our jittery and fading opponents is the fabricated existence of a Court judgment that they claim will deny the PDP ultimate victory after you have voted for us. Let me assure our good people that this alleged victory snatching judgment only exists in the figment of their imaginations.

“We understand that even some senior lawyers have joined the shameful and disgraceful train of telling lies in order to spoil what they could not be part of. They were among us but left us and are out to destroy us because of their disappointment and bitterness. By God’s grace, they will not succeed in their mischief,” he said.

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2027: PDP candidates to sign undertaking against defection – Turaki

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27 minutes ago

June 24, 2026

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The Taminu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has warned its candidates for the 2027 election against defecting after securing the party’s tickets.

Chairman of the PDP Interim National Working Committee, Tanimu Turaki, issued the warning on Wednesday.

Turaki stated that those whose names would be submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for the 2027 general election would be required to sign undertakings committing them to the party.

The warning came as the party presented Certificates of Return to 21 governorship candidates.

Turaki declared that the party had completed nominations nationwide, signalling its readiness for the 2027 elections.

“Nobody, moving forward, nobody will take our mandate to another political party and get away with it. But before we take your names to INEC, you will sign. You will sign an undertaking. What had happened before will not happen again,” Turaki said.

According to him, the party had carried out background checks and security screening on candidates as part of efforts to minimise legal and integrity-related risks.

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PLABOMA to Launch Unified Bloggers Platform at 2026 World Social Media Day Event in Jos

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3 hours ago

June 24, 2026

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The Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association (PLABOMA) has announced plans to host the 2026 edition of the World Social Media Day Celebration in Plateau State, bringing together bloggers, content creators, digital innovators, youth leaders, entrepreneurs, students, and members of the public for a day of learning, networking, and innovation.

The event is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Usiju World Event Center, near the State Secretariat, Jos.

With the theme, “Digital Voices: Innovation, Creativity and Youth Engagement,” the celebration aims to highlight the growing role of digital media in shaping conversations, promoting creativity, and empowering young people to drive positive change in society.

According to the organizers, the event will provide participants with an opportunity to explore emerging innovations in digital media, discuss strategies for increasing youth engagement, and amplify creative voices across Plateau State and beyond.

One of the major highlights of the event will be the unveiling of a Unified Bloggers Online Platform in Plateau State, a groundbreaking initiative designed to strengthen collaboration among bloggers and digital media practitioners in the state.

Who Should Attend?

The event is open to:

Bloggers

Content Creators

Social Media Influencers

Youth Leaders

Students

Entrepreneurs

Members of the General Public

Why Attend?

Participants will have the opportunity to:

Explore innovations in digital media

Connect with industry professionals and fellow creators

Learn new trends in social media and content creation

Drive youth engagement and digital participation

Amplify their voices and showcase creative talents

PLABOMA is encouraging all stakeholders in the digital media ecosystem to be part of the event and contribute to conversations that will shape the future of online engagement and innovation in Plateau State.

For inquiries and partnership opportunities, interested individuals and organizations can contact the organizers via:

Email: plateaubloggers@gmail.com

Phone: 08038214090, 09010888777

The organizers describe the event as more than just a celebration of social media, but a platform for inspiration, collaboration, and impact.

Be there. Let’s Connect. Inspire. Impact.