This was following the autonomy granted to Local Governments by the Supreme Court. The committees were constituted on June 9, 2023 when the Governor sacked the former council chairmen.
The Governor in a statement directed the Directors of Personnel Management, DPMs, to assume responsibility for the administration of the local government areas until elections hold on October 9.
Mutfwang commended the Transition Committee Chairmen for their exemplary leadership and dedication to advancing developmental projects that have directly impacted their communities
He expressed pride in their accomplishments and urged them to continue offering valuable counsel to promote peace and unity within the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and Plateau State.
Mutfwang, in a statement by his spokesman, Gyang Bere, also encouraged the former chairmen to collaborate with their constituents to ensure the party’s success in the forthcoming local government elections.
He thanked the people of Plateau State for their unwavering support, noting that the outcome of the PDP primaries for the chairmanship and councilorship elections reflects the deep connection the people have with the party.
The Governor reaffirmed his commitment to running an inclusive, transparent, and accountable government that serves the interests of all Plateau citizens.