The Plateau State Government has firmly dismissed widespread claims suggesting that Governor Caleb Mutfwang has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party for the Young Progressives Party.
In a statement issued on Friday, November 14, the Director of Press and Public Affairs, Government House, Dr Gyang Bere, labelled the rumour as “a blatant lie, a shameless concoction peddled by desperate mischief makers” designed to mislead the public and sow confusion.
Bere stressed that the governor has never considered leaving the PDP. “Governor Mutfwang has not defected to the Young Progressives Party,” he said.
He assured citizens that any change in political status would be communicated transparently.
“Where and when there is any change in status, be assured that Governor Mutfwang will utilise official and verified communication channels to inform the people of Plateau State and all well-wishers,” Bere stated.
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The government urged residents to ignore the rumour and continue supporting ongoing development programmes.
“We urge supporters, well-wishers, and all patriotic citizens of Plateau State to disregard this falsehood in its entirety. Remain steadfast, vigilant, and united in the collective mission of safeguarding and advancing the Plateau project,” the statement said.
It added that the state remains stable under the current administration.
“Rest assured that under Governor Mutfwang’s purposeful and visionary leadership, Plateau State remains safe, stable, and steadily rising brighter, stronger, and more resilient.”
Despite persistent speculation, Governor Mutfwang, elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, has once again affirmed that he remains in the party.