Mutfwang Leads APC E-Registration Flag-Off in Plateau, Calls for Unity, Grassroots Mobilisation

Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, on Wednesday took the lead in flagging off the All Progressives Congress (APC) electronic membership registration and revalidation exercise in Kanam and Langtang North Local Government Areas, declaring the exercise a strategic step toward consolidating unity, strengthening grassroots participation and positioning Plateau State for greater national relevance.

Addressing party faithful and community leaders in Dengi, the Governor said the digital registration initiative would redefine political mobilisation in the state and translate the growing unity among political leaders into measurable political strength.

According to him, the new registration system will not only enhance internal democracy but also give Plateau State a stronger voice in national decision-making.

“We are taking our destiny into our own hands and moving forward together as one people. This e-registration exercise will strengthen our unity and amplify Plateau’s voice at the national level,” Mutfwang said.

The Governor urged traditional rulers, community leaders and youths to mobilise citizens at the grassroots to participate fully in the exercise, noting that a robust membership base would attract greater development opportunities and federal presence to the state.

He assured the people of Kanam of the government’s commitment to improving rural infrastructure, expanding access to quality education, strengthening primary healthcare delivery and rolling out empowerment programmes to boost local economies.

Governor Mutfwang further disclosed that his administration had begun targeted support for farmers to cushion the effects of losses recorded in the previous farming season, stressing that agriculture remains a key pillar of his development agenda.

He also called on youths to shun drug abuse and embrace productive ventures, adding that the improving security situation in Plateau State was a product of cooperation, shared leadership and growing institutional trust.

Earlier, the Governor, alongside APC leaders, paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Kanam, HRH Alhaji Muhammadu Muazu Muhammadu II, to seek the support of the traditional institution in mobilising communities for the registration exercise and development initiatives.

Speaking after the Governor, the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, commended Governor Mutfwang’s leadership, describing the exercise as a turning point in Plateau State politics.

Prof. Yilwatda said the nationwide e-registration was designed to deepen internal democracy and inclusiveness within the APC, assuring members of fairness and transparency in the party’s processes.

He emphasized that political harmony between state and federal leadership would improve Plateau’s access to national opportunities and projects, adding that the partnership between himself and Governor Mutfwang would open a new chapter of peace and development for the state.

At the Langtang North flag-off, both leaders reiterated their commitment to unity, while Governor Mutfwang encouraged residents to obtain their National Identification Numbers (NIN) and Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to enable full participation in the political process.

Dignitaries at the event included senior government officials, lawmakers and party leaders who pledged their support for the exercise.

The event featured the symbolic presentation of APC membership slips to new and existing members in Kanam and Langtang North and South Local Government Areas.