Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has strongly condemned the ongoing security issues affecting parts of the state, particularly the violent incidents in Bokkos. He categorically labeled the attacks as acts of “terrorism and genocide.”
Speaking at the inaugural Plateau Business Coalition for Health Summit organized by the Nigerian Medical Association in Jos, Mutfwang voiced deep concern over the escalating humanitarian crisis. He noted the mass displacement of residents and the increasing pressure on the state’s healthcare infrastructure.
“These are not mere communal disputes or clashes between farmers and herders,” the governor asserted. “What we are seeing is a deliberate, coordinated effort to annihilate an ethnic group—this is ethnic cleansing. We must stop sugarcoating it and face the reality head-on.”
Despite the challenges, Mutfwang assured citizens that his administration remains committed to restoring peace and stability in affected areas.
As reported by DAILY POST, over 50 people have been killed in recent attacks in Bokkos LGA, with thousands displaced and properties destroyed.
The governor also reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to reform the healthcare sector, aiming to significantly improve the standard of living in the state. He called for strong partnerships between the government and private sector to pool resources and drive innovation in healthcare delivery.
“The public purse alone cannot meet our healthcare demands,” he said. “We need fresh financing models and bold policy decisions to strengthen our health systems—upgrade infrastructure, invest in new technologies, and attract top-tier medical talent.”
Highlighting key strides made since taking office, Mutfwang mentioned the renovation of the Plateau State Specialist Hospital and the proposed establishment of a Faculty of Medicine at Plateau State University. He also referenced ongoing collaborations with international partners, including a German medical exchange programme and an Israeli-supported telemedicine project aimed at expanding healthcare access.
He lauded the dedication of medical professionals in the state, calling them “miracle workers,” and pledged to improve their working conditions.
“Healthcare requires dedication, skill, and compassion,” he said. “We are determined to create an environment where you can thrive.”
Mutfwang urged all stakeholders to work together to raise Plateau’s health indicators beyond the national average, emphasizing that the future of the state’s citizens depends on collective action today.