The Mupun Nation has officially endorsed Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang for a second term in 2027, citing his administration’s remarkable achievements in infrastructure and human capital development across Plateau State.
The endorsement was declared on Sunday, October 19, 2025, during a rally and project assessment tour of Lankan, Kagu, and Abwor Dyis communities in Pankshin Local Government Area, where stakeholders expressed satisfaction with the governor’s performance.
The event featured the unveiling of a large appreciation signpost in honour of Governor Mutfwang’s developmental efforts and was attended by notable figures including the Executive Chairman of Pankshin Local Government Council, Hon. Felix Amos Gonung; the Chief Medical Director of Plateau State Specialist Hospital, Prof. Christopher Yilgwan; and the Commissioner for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Cletus Bako Shurkuk, among others.
Speaking during the event, Prof. Yilgwan said the endorsement reflected the gratitude of the Mupun people for the governor’s attention to long-abandoned projects in their area.
“This is not about politics but about development,” he stated. “Governor Mutfwang has revived and completed projects neglected for years—especially roads and health facilities that directly impact our economy and public health. Before now, reaching communities like Kagu or Lankan was nearly impossible during the rainy season. Today, movement is seamless, and our people are deeply grateful.”
On his part, Hon. Felix Amos Gonung praised the governor for fulfilling campaign promises that many had doubted would be realized.
“We are witnesses to the transformation of long-held dreams into reality,” he said. “Roads and bridges once considered impossible are now connecting our communities directly to Pankshin town. Access to hospitals, schools, and markets is now easier, giving our people a renewed sense of belonging. As a people, we unanimously declare our support for Governor Mutfwang’s reelection in 2027.”
Also speaking, Dr. Cletus Bako Shurkuk described the endorsement as a testament to the governor’s growing popularity and the positive impact of his leadership across the state.
“Today’s event demonstrates the love and trust the people have for His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang,” he said. “The projects inspected today are only a fraction of what he has achieved. With him in office, Plateau State will continue to experience transformation in all sectors.”
The delegation also paid courtesy visits to traditional leaders, including the District Head of Abwor Dyis, Da Thomas Dewan; the District Head of Kagu, Da Dawus Ri Betlong Leden; and Prince Haruna Wale, who represented the District Head of Lankan on behalf of the Mupun Traditional Council.
In their remarks, the traditional rulers commended the governor’s inclusive governance style and developmental vision, saying his administration had rekindled hope, unity, and progress among the people.
The endorsement by the Mupun Nation marks a major boost to Governor Mutfwang’s grassroots support base ahead of the 2027 governorship election, reinforcing his standing as a unifying leader committed to Plateau’s development and stability.
A member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Taofeek Mustapha, was shot on Saturday by suspected political thugs in Osogbo.
This is as the state governorship election scheduled to take place in August draws closer.
The State Police Command confirmed the incident which happened in the Oluode-Aranyin area of the state.
The attack is said to have heightened concerns as rival political camps clash across the state.
The victim, who survived the shooting pointed out that he was targeted by the thugs because he was wearing a political cap associated with the APC candidate.
“I put on the AMBO crested cap when the shooting occurred. Everyone ran to safety and they pursued me because I was wearing the APC candidate cap. I did not wait but was shot. I cried for help before they retrieved back into the vehicle and drove away,” he said.
The spokesperson for the State Police Command, Abiodun Ojelabi, stated that an official investigation has already commenced to unravel those behind the attack.
Recall that the police, alongside other security agencies and electoral stakeholders, convened a peace meeting to encourage political parties to commit to a peaceful campaign and election.
However, the ruling Accord Party and the APC did not show up for the meeting.
The chief executive officer of Grassrunners FC of Sagamu, Gbenga Agbejoye has unveiled a new mobile phone app that would aid proper monitoring of progress being achieved by the club’s players and keep the coaching crew up to date.
Sports247 reports that Agbejoye disclosed this technological advancement for the third-tier Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO) outfit while announcing their plans for the summer transfer window and build-up programme towards next season.
Agbejoye affirmed that Grassrunners continue leading in many way as far as players’ development is concerned in West Africa and the club keeps making huge investments to ensure they get their wards up to speed with world class facilities.
He added that the club is always searching for new ways and innovations on how to get better in the highly competitive sports management business, hence their introduction of an in-house player development stack on hardware.
The CEO added that the software app will be owned and exclusively written by the team, with a first of its kind GPS in this part of the world, which will track every player in training and matches with the same metrics top European clubs use.
Agbejoye further highlighted it as a processing pipeline that turns raw GPS into individual profile, with session reports regarding distance, sprints, heatmaps, acceleration and longitudinal history for each player in the fast-rising club.
He added, “This is a game changer. This will completely enhance operational dynamics, while optimising output for a more effective result. It’s a coach-facing app that runs on Android and iOS phones.
“Therefore, any coach can read player’s report on the touchline. In simple terms: this is geared towards how to make Grassrunners players better, faster and visible because it eliminates guesses or estimation but enthrones exactness.”