The Plateau State Chapter of the Performing Musicians and Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN) will on Saturday, September 13, 2025, hold its state elections to usher in a new set of executives that will steer the affairs of the union. The elections mark a major milestone for performing artists in the state, with preparations now in top gear.
At a Pre-Election Stakeholders’ Congress held in Jos on Wednesday, Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mallam Salis Abdulsalam—a veteran entertainer and peacebuilder—emphasized the need to get the process right in order to strengthen the association.
“We are committed to conducting a transparent election. All arrangements have been made in collaboration with security agencies and relevant government bodies. On Saturday, musicians will have the opportunity to choose leaders that will represent their interests,” Abdulsalam assured.
He explained that key stakeholders, including veterans such as Dorcas Bentu and Dr. Panam Percy Paul, are backing the state structure to ensure accountability, fairness, and transparency. Eligibility, he added, would be tied to proper registration and payment of dues, while security agencies, government representatives, and independent observers would be on ground to monitor proceedings.
Outgoing Chairman, Comrade Humphrey Color, expressed delight at the transition process and urged artists to embrace unity.
“My vision has always been to unite entertainers on the Plateau. PMAN is a family, and I will continue to support it even after leaving office,” he said.
Also speaking, Sak Solo, a Director at the Plateau State Ministry of Information and Communication and a former PMAN Governor, underscored the need for wider mobilization. He called on members to encourage more artists to actively participate, stressing that the industry must be formally recognized and adequately captured in state budgets.
Other Electoral Committee members, Simon Asemoh and Amb. Chris Osibo, reiterated the body’s commitment to conducting a free and fair election. They encouraged artists to take ownership of PMAN, describing the union as essential for the growth of the creative industry in Plateau State.
The elections are scheduled to hold in Jos on Saturday, September 13, with the inauguration of elected executives expected to attract government officials, industry veterans, and entertainers from across the state.
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