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Plateau Government Showcases Sectoral Achievements in Ministerial Briefing Day 2
The Plateau State Government continued its ministerial press briefings on Day 2 with key ministries outlining achievements under Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration. Commissioners for Environment, Works, Youth and Sports, and Housing presented their progress reports during the session held at the J.D. Gomwalk Secretariat in Jos.
The briefing highlighted the government’s focus on infrastructure development, climate action, youth empowerment, and urban renewal—reinforcing its commitment to transparency, accountability, and inclusive growth.
Environmental and Climate Action Gains
Commissioner for Environment, Climate Change and Mineral Development, Hon. Peter Kanang Gwom, detailed efforts to combat erosion, climate change, and improve water access. He revealed that over 2,000 households now benefit from water harvesting systems, while targeted flood and erosion control interventions are in progress and expected to conclude by October.
Collaborations with the World Bank-supported ACReSAL project and the European International Bank are strengthening climate resilience in vulnerable communities. Gwom also disclosed the ongoing construction of a 17.1km perimeter fence around the Jos Wildlife Park to support conservation and deter illegal mining.
He added that ministry offices are undergoing renovation and digital upgrades to enhance service delivery, and pledged to make progress reports and visual evidence available to the public for accountability.
Road Infrastructure and Connectivity
Commissioner for Works, Hon. Ubandoma Joshua Laven, reported that the ministry is currently executing 49 road projects inherited from previous administrations. Of these, 17 have received fresh approvals and are underway in communities such as Jengre and Karampana.
Laven stressed that the government is committed to completing ongoing projects instead of initiating new ones. Major urban roads, including Bukuru Road and Yelwa Club Junction, are being rehabilitated to reduce congestion and improve mobility. He encouraged residents to monitor projects within their communities, reiterating the administration’s goal of delivering lasting infrastructure.
Youth Empowerment Through Sports and Skills
Hon. Musa Ibrahim Ashoms, Commissioner for Youth and Sports, announced key achievements in youth development. He noted that Plateau athletes were sponsored to international competitions in Morocco and Egypt, while renovation work continues at the Rwang Pam Stadium.
Ashoms stated that feeder teams like Platy Jet have received support, with some players now playing professionally abroad. Retired athletes are also being trained as coaches and sports officials to build capacity within the sector.
He further highlighted that 340 youths have so far benefited from the Plateau Youth Agricultural Employment Program, with a target of reaching 1,000 beneficiaries by the end of the year. According to him, the government remains committed to equitable opportunities for all young people in the state.
Urban Renewal and Housing Reforms
Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Sylvanus Dongtoe, said several previously abandoned infrastructure projects have been revived, including a 6.7km road now under construction. Roads such as Nukong and Masabashi Chuma have seen extensions and completion.
He disclosed that the Jennifer Clark Secretariat has been upgraded with laptops, vehicles, and modern tools to boost staff performance, in line with the “Time Is Now” agenda of Governor Mutfwang.
Dongtoe also unveiled the SmartUSD initiative to drive smart city development, noting that new towns are being mapped for investment, metro bus shelters are under construction, and government buildings are being fitted with fire safety systems with federal government support.
A Unified Vision for Development
The ministerial briefing offered citizens a clear overview of progress made across strategic sectors. From tackling environmental challenges and modernizing infrastructure to empowering youths and upgrading urban systems, the reports underscored a cohesive and forward-thinking governance approach.
Governor Mutfwang’s administration, through its transparent and performance-driven leadership, continues to lay the foundation for an inclusive and prosperous Plateau State.
Head coach of Delta Queens Hockey Club, Ade Jacobs, has expressed confidence that his team will reach the final of the ongoing 2026 Nigeria Hockey Super League in Abuja
Mr Jacobs stated this during an interview after their second match on Sunday in Abuja.
He said his team remains focused on reaching the final stage of the league despite playing out a draw in their second match. .
Mr Jacobs said that though his players were below their usual standard, he was confident they would improve in subsequent games.
“It has been fine so far. We won our first match 5-0, and this second match ended in a 1-1 draw. Well, it’s one of those things that happen sometimes in matches because most of my girls looked a little bit heavy. I don’t know why.
“We intend to improve on that. In our next match, against I-G Babes on Tuesday by 11 a.m . They will come out better, and I can assure you of that,” he said.
The Delta Queens coach reiterated the team’s ambition, recalling their third-place finish in the 2025 Nigeria Hockey Super League.
“We are determined to go a step further this season.Last season, we finished in third place. This season, our target is to play in the final match . We just have to be in the final stage,” he said.
Mr Jacobs also commended the organisers for the smooth conduct of the competition
“So far, so good. They are doing well,” he added.
Delta Queens opened their campaign in impressive fashion with a convincing 5-0 victory over Yobe Desert Queens in their opening match before settling for a 1-1, against South West Hockey Club of Lagos in their second fixture.
A total of seven women’s teams comprises Kada Queens, Plateau Queens, Delta Queens, Yobe Desert Queens, IGP Babes, South West, and Edo Queens.
Kada Queens are the reigning women’s champions, while Kada Stars are the defending champions in the men’s category.
The 2026 Nigeria Hockey Super League which commenced on June 26 will end on July 5 at the National Hockey Pitch of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
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The Certified True Copy of the Federal High Court judgment ordering the deregistration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress has emerged.
The judgment, delivered by Justice Isa H. Dashen at the Lokoja Judicial Division, effectively sets aside a December 10, 2025 judgment that had previously compelled the Independent National Electoral Commission to register the party.
The court said the prior judgment was nullified because it affected the legal rights of the Peace Movement Party, which claimed ownership of the logo used by the NDC but was never joined as a party to the original lawsuit.
Recall that the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, on Saturday said that the commission was waiting to obtain the official paperwork before finalizing its response.
“We have applied for the Certified True Copy of the judgment. Until we receive it, we cannot be in a position to comment on it. However, the position that existed before the December 10, 2025 judgment was that INEC rejected NDC’s letter of intent to be registered as a political party,” Haruna explained.
The NDC had said that it has already been denied the portal access codes needed to upload its candidate list for the 2027 general elections.
In response to the portal denial, the National Publicity Secretary of the NDC, Osa Director, confirmed that their efforts to secure the necessary credentials were unsuccessful.
“We approached INEC to collect the access code to upload the names of our candidates to the INEC portal. They told us that they will get back to us,” Director said.
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