Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has signed the ₦109.7 billion supplementary budget for 2025 into law, following its swift approval by the State House of Assembly. The appropriation covers spending from now until December and is designed to fill financial gaps while strengthening government services across key sectors.
The Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice, Philemon Daffi, who presented the bill for assent, commended the Assembly for treating it with urgency.
Speaking at the Government House in Rayfield after signing the budget, Governor Mutfwang highlighted security as central to the state’s ongoing socio-economic revival. He praised security agencies for their cooperation, noting that the improved atmosphere in Jos has brought in more visitors and boosted hospitality, with hotels recording full occupancy in recent months.
The governor, however, acknowledged lingering security concerns in border communities and called for greater military support, particularly air surveillance, to complement existing ground operations. He made the appeal during a courtesy visit by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal J. Usman.
“I want to thank all the security agencies that have worked with us to make Plateau a safer place. While there are still areas of concern, the growing number of visitors to Jos over the last two years is proof of renewed confidence,” Mutfwang said.
He urged the Nigerian Air Force to fast-track the deployment of platforms for aerial cover in difficult terrains such as Mushere, Chakfem, Qua’an Pan, Wase, and Kanam. He also pledged continued collaboration with security agencies while urging stronger community cooperation in areas hosting military formations.
Air Vice Marshal Usman, in his response, expressed gratitude to the governor for the support extended to the Air Force and assured that the force would remain committed to safeguarding Plateau. He revealed that the Air Force Provost Conference would be held in Jos, describing it as a show of confidence in the state’s improving security climate.
He further directed personnel at the Air Force Base in Kerang, Mangu Local Government Area, to deepen civil-military relations and strengthen collaboration with host communities in order to protect lives and maintain territorial integrity.
