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"..And CALEB stilled the people before Moses, and said, 'Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it'.." Numbers 13:30 There are moments in life when rhetoric must be hushed, when the drumbeat of panic should be put out to pasture, and when the timid, however loud they were yesterday, must make room for resolve. Plateau is at such a moment. Like Caleb in scriptures, Governor Mutfwang now stands at a threshold where courage, calculation, and conviction converge. To say its merely a "move" is to misunderstand its gravity: this is not a tremor to be exaggerated by pundits of panic; it is the measured clearing of the throat before a long, necessary sentence is spoken. Great political philosophers have opined that politics, at its best, is the disciplined application of means to ends, a craft of leverage, compromise, and strategic placement. When a governor who has weathered an unrelenting storm chooses to rep...

​ CAN Leaders Urge Action: 'Genocide' Claims Rock Jos Gathering Plateau Hosts Tense CAN Meeting Amidst Rising Insecurity Church Leaders Sound Alarm: 'Stop the Killings, Stop the Silence' Mutfwang Pledges Support as CAN Demands End to 'Christian Genocide' Jos Declaration: CAN Leaders Call for End to Violence, Injustice.  By, Justin Jattim. The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has reiterated his commitment to finding a lasting solution to end the killings and displacement of citizens in Plateau State. Governor Mutfwang made this statement at the Fourth Quarter National Executive Council Meeting of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Jos on Tuesday 18th November, 2025. The meeting provided a platform for Christian leaders, stakeholders, traditional rulers, and government officials to discuss key national issues affecting the Christian community in Nigeria. Represented by his deputy, Ngo Josephine Piyo, Governor Mutfwa...

​ CAN Delegates Flock to Jos, Pray for Peace and Unity. By Justin Jattim. A delegation of high-ranking officials from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has arrived in Jos, Plateau State, ahead of their National Executive Council meeting, which kicks off tomorrow. The delegation was received at the Yakubu Gowon Airport, Jos, by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Policy and Governance Pastor. Yiljap Abraham Senior Special Adviser to the Governor, representing the Secretary to the State Government, Arc. Samuel Jatau, on behalf of Governor Caleb Mutfwang. Speaking on arrival, Rev. Dr. Stephen Baba Panya, Vice President of CAN, expressed gratitude for the warm reception, saying, "It is a pleasure and privilege for us to be here. We have come for our National Executive CAN meeting starting tomorrow. Our President, His Eminence Archbishop Daniel O'Call, arrived ahead of us and will chair the meeting." The CAN President, Archbishop...

Sen. Lar's Return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his commitment to Rejuvenating the Party.  By, Pantong Garba. Distinguished Senator Victor Rampyal Lar, former Senator representing Plateau South in the 7th Assembly and ex-Labour Party BOT Chairman, has made a dramatic return to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing his move as a “homecoming”. Speaking to journalists at the Jos Polo Stadium on Saturday, November 15, 2025, where thousands of supporters gathered for a massive APC rally, Senator Lar emphasized, “I am Distinguished Senator Victor Rampyal Lar. I represented Plateau South during the 7th Senate. Many people simply refer to me as ‘Distinguished’, and that is fine.” When asked about his return to the APC, Lar firmly stated, “The word ‘defection’ is incorrect. I have not defected; I have returned home. I was a founding member of the APC, and today, I came back to revalidate my membership. My slogan is ‘Revalidation 2027’.” Lar cit...

​ "APC Gains Momentum: Prof. Dakum, Biggs Join Ruling Party, Tout Development Agenda" By, Justin Jattim APC Wave Sweeps Plateau: Defectors Pour in as Party Sees 'Defining Milestone' A seismic shift rocks Plateau State politics as prominent figures flock to APC, citing development as key driver. Jos, Plateau State - A high-profile reception for defectors held at the Polo Stadium in Jos on Saturday, November 15, 2025, has cementified the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the party to beat in Plateau State. The event drew thousands of supporters and notable politicians, including Prof. Patrick Dakum, former Labour Party chieftain and third-place contender in the 2023 governorship election, who recently returned to the APC. Dakum cited the party's potential to drive meaningful development as the reason for his realignment, praising Governor Nentawe Yilwatda as a visionary leader with a practical roadmap for the state. "The APC offers the ...

"Renewed Resolve: PPA's New Leadership Hits the Ground Running" The Plateau Publishers Association (PPA) is off to a flying start under its new leadership, with a clear vision for a dynamic and unified tenure. At its maiden executive meeting, held on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at the Beacon Office, Jos, the association's EXCO wasted no time in setting the tone for a new era of progress, unity, and credibility for publishers across the Plateau. Chairman Elder. Ajala Yakubu, publisher of Express Journal Magazine, emphasized the need for teamwork, transparency, and dedication to rebuilding the association's public trust and relevance. "We must work together to restore the public's faith in our profession," he said. "We must be committed to truth, ethics, and professional excellence in all we do." His words set the tone for a meeting marked by intense deliberation and a shared sense of purpose. The meeting was attended by members of the EXC...

PRESS RELEASE PLATEAU PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION SET TO CONDUCT ELECTION ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9 The Plateau Publishers Association wishes to inform the general public, all members, and relevant stakeholders that preparations have been concluded for the conduct of its much-anticipated election scheduled to hold on Sunday, November 9th, 2025. Having fulfilled all constitutional and procedural requirements, the Electoral Committee has affirmed its readiness to conduct a free, fair, and transparent election in line with the democratic principles guiding the association. The Committee assures all aspirants and members that every necessary arrangement has been put in place to ensure a smooth, credible, and peaceful electoral process. Consequently, all aspirants are advised to intensify their campaigns and engage members constructively, as the process shall be devoid of manipulation or favouritism. Only duly elected candidates, as determined by the votes of members, shall be declared winners. The ...