By; BUHARI B. BELLO, Jos
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has initiated a partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to enhance rural security, technical education, data processing, and strategic development planning.
Governor Mutfwang met with the team at the UN House in Abuja, led by Resident Representative, Mr. Mohamed Yahya and sought the UNDP’s assistance in human capacity development, mineral exploration, and e-governance in the state.
Explaining his administration’s vision, Governor Mutfwang said the UNDP has a role in training personnel for efficient service delivery.
He also highlighted the state’s efforts to address security challenges, including the approval for the construction of two Mobile Police barracks in volatile areas which are yet to take off.
The governor disclosed that some diligent youth have been recruited across Local Government areas of the state to reinforce the state security outfit, Operation Rainbow and safeguard communities adding that their training is expected to begin next week.
He expressed readiness to leverage UNDP’s expertise and international partnerships to drive development programs of the state.
Governor Mutfwang outlined plans to organize an economic summit to discuss development strategies and propel development. He emphasized the use of technology for security and peace-building efforts, including early warning systems.
UNDP’s Resident Representative, Mr. Mohamed Yahya, expressed gratitude for the visit and affirmed UNDP’s willingness to collaborate with Governor Mutfwang. He highlighted UNDP’s investments in police reform and data-driven development initiatives across Nigeria.
Mr. Yahya urged the governor to consider signing a Memorandum of Understanding to formalize the partnership.
