The lawmakers during the visit to Gov Mutfwang in Jos
By Pamtok Musa
Members of the House of Representatives from Plateau State, under the aegis of Plateau Reps caucus, have donated N100m naira relief assistance for victims of recent terrorist attacks on communities in Plateau State.
The lawmakers made the donation during a visit to Governor Caleb Mutfwang at the new Government House, Little Rayfield, Jos.
The delegation presented N50 million relief support materials to the Plateau State Government for the victims of the attacks, and announced additional N50million in cash to be given directly to the affected communities.
The total relief support amounts to N100 million, courtesy of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajjudeen Abbas.
The breakdown of the cash disbursement is as follows:
– Bokkos Local Government: N20 million
– Bassa Local Government: N20 million
– Riyom Local Government: N10 million
The caucus expressed its sadness and concern over the recent attacks and killing of innocent citizens.
They pledged to collaborate with the Governor to end insecurity in the State and called on all stakeholders to join efforts.
While condoling with the Governor, victims and the entire people of Plateau State, the lawmakers charged the security agencies to live up to their duties.
They also challenged them to protect the citizens and ensure anyone found culpable is made to face the full wrath of the law.
Receiving the lawmakers, Governor Mutfwang expressed deep appreciation to the Speaker and lawmakers for their support and sacrifice.
He acknowledged their efforts in representing Plateau State’s interests and emphasized the importance of continued partnership among leaders and also assured that the support received would not be misapplied.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Plateau State, we are grateful to Mr. Speaker for his show of love and to all of you our representatives, for pushing forward our cries.
“We thank you and will let the people know that their representatives are doing everything possible to make life better for them,” he said.
The delegation included Rt. Hon. Ahmed Idris Wase of Wase Constituency; Hon. John Dafaan, Mikang/Shendam/Qua’an-Pan; Hon. Fom Dalyop, Barkin Ladi/Riyom.
Others are Hon. Vincent Venman, Langtang North/South; Hon. Ajang Iliya, Jos South/East; and Hon. Daniel Asama, Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituencies.
