Insecurity: Plateau gov meets defence minister, seeks collaboration

Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang. Photo: Plateau Govt

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Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, on Thursday met with the newly appointed Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), to discuss renewed strategies for tackling insecurity in the state.

The meeting, held in the minister’s office in Abuja, was disclosed in a statement by the Governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere.

Mutfwang described Musa’s appointment as strategic and timely, noting that his experience and professionalism would strengthen ongoing national security interventions.

He assured the minister of Plateau State’s full cooperation in the fight against insecurity.

The governor reiterated his long-held position in support of establishing state police, acknowledging concerns about potential abuses but stressing the need for national consensus and safeguards.

“We must now focus on finding solutions to the challenges confronting us. Whatever has happened in the past should not deter us. The time has come for all of us to join hands and holistically address our security concerns,” he said.

Mutfwang also commended Musa for his service as Chief of Defence Staff and urged him to bring his discipline, patriotism and expertise to bear in his new role.

In his response, Musa thanked the governor for the visit, noting that Mutfwang was the first public official to pay him a courtesy visit since his appointment.

He pledged close collaboration with the state to strengthen security efforts in Plateau and across the country.

The minister also lauded the governor for hosting the Plateau Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival, describing the event as a unifying initiative that promoted reconciliation and communal harmony.

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