Mutfwang: No talks, no agreements with terrorists in the Plateau

Caleb Mutfwang Governor Caleb Mutfwang said his administration will not enter into any form of negotiation with terrorists or criminal groups, insisting that sustained military and intelligence operations remain the only path to lasting peace in the state.

Mutfwang made the statement on Friday in Jos during a Democracy Day town hall meeting, where he reviewed his administration’s security strategy and broader development agenda for Plateau State.

“Negotiating with criminals is not an option. We will continue to drive them out of our communities,” the governor said, reinforcing his administration’s hard line against armed groups responsible for recurring attacks in some parts of the state.

He said the government, in collaboration with security agencies, traditional rulers and community leaders, has stepped up coordinated operations among vulnerable communities, leading to arrests and the dismantling of suspected criminal networks.

According to him, the arrests were already generating critical intelligence that is helping security agencies expand investigations into wider networks behind violent incidents.

Mutfwang commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as strong support for security agencies, saying the Federal Government’s support had improved operational effectiveness in the affected areas.

He stressed that while insecurity will not be eliminated overnight, his administration remained committed to sustaining operations until stability is restored across the Plateau.

In addition to security, the governor highlighted ongoing reforms in agriculture, infrastructure and social services, describing them as crucial to rebuilding livelihoods and strengthening the state’s economy.

He disclosed that the government has procured around 5,000 trucks of fertilizers to increase agricultural productivity and support rural farmers across the state.

On infrastructure, Mutfwang said his administration is executing major water projects, including a project worth over ₦30 billion in Langtang North and Langtang South, along with rehabilitation works at Yakubu Gowon Dam and Liberty Dam.

He added that additional water projects are underway in several communities, including Madok village, some of which are close to completion and are expected to be commissioned soon.

The governor also noted renewed investor interest in Plateau State, attributing this to ongoing reforms and efforts to stabilize governance and improve infrastructure.

He revealed that discussions with local and foreign investors at a recent forum in Lagos included proposals in sectors such as meat processing and industrial development, including plans for a modern slaughterhouse and refinery-related investments.

“A foreign citizen, after my presentation in Lagos, told the government: I want to buy all your meat. This is exciting,” he said.

Mutfwang said his administration inherited salary arrears and fiscal constraints in 2023, but has since implemented financial discipline and public administration reforms to reposition the state for recovery.

He reiterated that peace remains the foundation of economic growth, warning that narratives of insecurity could undermine investor confidence if not addressed decisively.

The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency, inclusive development and sustained investment in critical sectors, saying Plateau State must project stability to attract long-term development.

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