President Tinubu Pledges Support for Plateau State Recovery Amid Election Campaign

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally pledged the Federal Government’s support for the reconstruction of communities in Plateau State that have been devastated by insurgency. The assurance was delivered during the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-Central presidential campaign rally held at the Zaria Road Stadium in Jos.

Commitment to Reconstruction and Economic Growth

Addressing the crowd, President Tinubu emphasized the administration’s focus on restoring displaced residents to their ancestral homes. He framed the upcoming election as a pivotal moment for the nation, urging citizens to utilize their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) as a tool for securing future prosperity. According to the report by Channels Television, the President underscored a vision for national unity, stating, “We will work together to rebuild those communities affected by insurgency. Let’s work together for one country.”

Local Leadership and Political Alliances

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang utilized the platform to express the state’s commitment to the President’s re-election campaign ahead of the January 16, 2027, polls. Governor Mutfwang characterized the President as a dedicated partner to the North-Central region, pointing to existing federal interventions in infrastructure and healthcare as evidence of this relationship.

Beyond the pledge for security, the Governor formally requested federal assistance to finalize the Zaria Road Stadium project. The stadium, which has been under development for approximately four decades, is currently sought to be upgraded to international standards.

Security and Educational Initiatives

The rally served as a venue for senior government officials to highlight administration achievements and policy goals:

• Education Funding: Vice President Kashim Shettima announced that ₦11.34 billion has been disbursed to Plateau State residents through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).
• Security Reform: Senate President Godswill Akpabio reiterated the government’s focus on ending insecurity. He notably expressed support for the creation of state police, arguing that such a move would empower local communities to better defend themselves against future attacks.
• Campaign Coordination: Senator Abdulaziz Yari, Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, noted the strong political backing the party has received in the region, while APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda conducted the presentation of party flags to various governorship candidates from the North-Central states.

Conclusion

The rally in Jos brought together a wide array of APC stakeholders, governors, and supporters. While the event served as a significant campaign stop for the President’s 2027 bid, it also highlighted the ongoing challenges of internal displacement and infrastructure development facing Plateau State. The extent of the timeline for the promised reconstruction efforts remains to be seen as the administration balances its campaign objectives with governance responsibilities.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Channels Television

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