by Christiana Gokyo, Jos
The Plateau State Government has acknowledged the economic hardships faced by Plateau residents due to the nation’s challenges, saying that, the meager take-home pay received by individuals is insufficient to feed their families, and urged the populace to always look up to God.
Governor Mutfwang disclosed this in his Easter Message at the COCIN Headquarters Compound Church Jos, and conveyed his heartfelt Easter wishes to Christians worldwide and encouraged believers to place their anxieties, cares, and concerns for the future in Jesus Christ.
The governor emphasized the importance of fervent prayers to actualize policies aimed at improving the standard of living for Plateau citizens.
Accompanied by his wife, Barr. Helen Mutfwang, the governor expressed gratitude to citizens for their unwavering faith in his administration. He assured that the government remains committed to working for the common good of the people.
While recognizing the relative peace enjoyed in the state, despite sporadic attacks, Mutfwang noted with regret the recent kidnap of two students in Bokkos, but who were rescued – by divine intervention.
The governor announced the resettlement of Internally Displaced Persons to their ancestral homes before the rainy season begins. He called for fervent prayers to overcome the challenges associated with this endeavour.
Governor Mutfwang further encouraged citizens to embrace agriculture as a means of survival, emphasizing that Plateau must contribute to national food security by creating wealth through farming.
In a sermon to mark Easter, the Senior Pastor, Associate Prof. Caleb Dami, reminded believers that Jesus Christ’s resurrection liberates them from sin. He drew inspiration from Matthew 28:1-10, where the angels declared Jesus had risen from death.