By; BUHARI B. BELLO, Jos
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has called for increased collaboration with the German Government, facilitated through the GIZ, to address the longstanding security challenges plaguing the state.
Governor Mutfwang made the appeal during a meeting with the German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Ms. Svenja Schulze, at the New Government House in Little Rayfield, Jos, Plateau State.
He expressed the determination of his administration to resolve the ongoing security issues, and emphasized the importance of leveraging the enduring relationship between Germany and Nigeria to expand cooperation with Plateau State.
He stated, “We are currently focused on finding sustainable solutions to our security challenges, and we rely on partnerships with key European countries to assist us in this endeavor.”
Governor Mutfwang highlighted efforts to address poverty and enhance education in the state, in view of their significant role in exacerbating security concerns.
Acknowledging Plateau State’s vast agricultural potential, particularly in the production of Irish potatoes, the Governor underscored the need to introduce technology to bolster agricultural activities, with a view to tapping into German expertise in this area.
Governor Mutfwang also expressed interest in collaborating with the German Government to improve electricity infrastructure and promote renewable energy, thereby stimulating economic growth in the state.
Responding, the German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Ms. Svenja Schulze, commended Governor Mutfwang’s leadership and expressed readiness to deepen collaboration with Plateau State to foster its development.
Ms. Schulze affirmed her team’s visit to Plateau State to address the challenges facing the region and explore avenues for partnership.
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