Governor Mutfwang affirms commitment in supporting youths to harness talents amidst int’l youths day
By Daniel Agada, Jos
The Executive Governor of Plateau state, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has affirmed his unwavering commitment to supporting the youth in harnessing their inherent talents.
Governor Mutfwang gave the assurance Saturday in Jos, as he joined the teeming youth of the state in commemorating the 2023 International Youth Day.
Recognizing the exceptional qualities possessed by the youth, particularly those from Plateau State, Governor Mutfwang noted that they are productive, resilient, competent, talented, and deeply committed to endeavors that contribute to the overall progress of the state.
The governor expressed his admiration for the Plateau youth’s embodiment of virtues like humility, peace, unity, and hard work and expressed his administration’s readiness to fostering an environment conducive to the growth of young leaders to ensure that they safeguard Plateau’s heritage.
He acknowledged with pride, the substantial contributions of the youth towards development, underlining the inclusion of numerous young individuals in his administration’s cabinet and strategic government positions.
These appointments, the Governor explained, aim to steer the state’s economic policies for advancement.
While acknowledging that more could be done to address the needs of the youth population, Governor Mutfwang asserted his administration’s policy that members of the Transition Committee for the 17 local government areas should be 40 years of age and below.
He commended the aptness of the 2023 International Youth Day theme, “Green Skills for Youth Towards a Sustainable World,” aligning it with his administration’s “Land is Green” revolution.
Governor Mutfwang expressed his keen interest in partnering with the youth to combat the challenge of drug addiction in Plateau, particularly targeting those involved in the import and sale of illicit substances.
While extending his felicitations to Plateau youth on the occasion of the 2023 International Youth Day, Governor Mutfwang conveyed his wishes for a remarkable celebration. He emphasized that the time is now for building a united and prosperous Plateau.
