Plateau State celebrated this year’s Democracy Day not just with speeches, but with action. Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang led a string of project commissionings that touched transportation, healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
The Governor, embracing his “Time is Now” mantra, set the tone for a new era by launching impactful initiatives meant to uplift the lives of ordinary citizens and reposition the state for growth.
At the Old Government House in Rayfield, he flagged off 15 Tin City Metro Buses under the renewed Plateau Express Service, bringing fresh hope to the state’s ailing transport system.
The new buses, each charging a flat ₦400 fare, promise affordable, reliable, and safer transportation for residents. The initiative aims to reduce urban congestion and cut commuter expenses significantly.
Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Davou Jatau Gyang, revealed that frequent commuters could save up to ₦50,000 monthly. He stressed that the vehicles were procured through state funds—a sign of transparency and commitment.
The governor went further, announcing plans to strengthen the state’s transport infrastructure through a new airport terminal, railway service revival, and strategic partnerships with Chinese investors.
Healthcare also took center stage, as Mutfwang commissioned a high-tech diagnostic lab, a pediatric ward, and a modern admin block at the Plateau State Specialist Hospital, equipped with over ₦2 billion worth of medical technology.
The hospital’s Chief Medical Director, Prof. Christopher Yilgwan, applauded the administration for transforming long-abandoned projects into state-of-the-art medical facilities capable of discouraging medical tourism.
The education sector saw its own leap forward with the commissioning of a new administrative building and refurbished hall at Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin Ladi—now named after ex-Governor Joshua Dariye.
Commissioner for Higher Education, Dr. Mrs. Kachallom Pyam Gang, praised the institution’s recent reaccreditation, while Governor Mutfwang shared plans to elevate the school into a University of Science and Technology, assuring staff of job security.
Comr. Davidson Mark Dung, President of NAPSS at Plateau State Polytechnic, praised Governor Mutfwang for commissioning a new administrative block and renovated hall, calling it a major boost to student welfare and academic life on campus.
Infrastructure development continued with the commissioning of the Utonkon Bridge and roads around the Utonkon Abattoir, a strategic route expected to boost rural economies and open up new agricultural corridors.
A touching moment came when the governor introduced a female Metro Bus driver—someone he personally sponsored years ago for mechanical training. Her presence represented the administration’s belief in youth empowerment and gender inclusion.
Governor Mutfwang closed the day with a powerful message: “This Democracy Day is not just a celebration. It’s a reflection of what good governance looks like—visible, practical, and deeply rooted in the lives of our people.”
