October 9, 2025

Nigeria Star News

Nigeria Star News

Plateau Reawakens as Nigeria’s Tourism Gem

Plateau State, long celebrated as the “Home of Peace and Tourism,” is witnessing a deliberate revival of its once-thriving hospitality sector under the administration of Governor Caleb Mutfwang.

After years of insecurity and neglect that dampened tourist visits, the state is charting a fresh course built on infrastructure renewal, cultural promotion, and community peacebuilding.

Key to the push is the ongoing beautification and rehabilitation of Jos city centres, roads, and historical sites, including the Jos Wildlife Park, and other tourist sites, which once drew international visitors.

The government has also begun partnering with private investors to upgrade tourist facilities, create eco-friendly resorts, and rebrand the State as Nigeria’s most scenic getaway.

To restore confidence, Mutfwang’s administration has intensified security collaborations with federal agencies, local vigilantes, and traditional institutions. This renewed peace, officials say, is already attracting visitors for cultural festivals, hiking, and film production in the state’s picturesque landscapes.

In addition, Plateau has launched programmes to empower local tour guides, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs, aligning tourism with youth employment and rural development.

Analysts note that if sustained, these initiatives could reclaim Plateau’s preeminence as Nigeria’s tourism capital, turning its natural beauty into a key driver of economic diversification and job creation.

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