Governor Caleb Mutfwang is sending a clear message to Plateau State: business as usual is no longer acceptable in the civil service. With a firm tone and a bold vision, the governor on Monday vowed to usher in a new era of integrity, accountability, and professionalism in the state’s bureaucracy.
His remarks came as he administered the oath of office to five newly appointed Permanent Secretaries in Jos — a move seen as a first step in a broader campaign to clean up and reposition the state’s public administration.
“The truth is, things have not been working the way they should,” Mutfwang admitted, openly acknowledging the deeply embedded problems within the civil service. “What we’ve witnessed over the years does not reflect the kind of service Plateau State deserves. We must raise the bar.”
And raise the bar he intends to do. The governor is determined to turn the tide by introducing structured reforms that will modernize operations, eliminate inefficiencies, and empower civil servants to perform at their best.
“We are aiming to build a civil service that can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the best in Nigeria,” he declared. “This won’t happen overnight, but with the right leadership and vision, we will get there.”
Mutfwang reminded the new secretaries that their appointment is not just a reward, but a call to action. “You’re not here to fill seats; you’re here to lead. And that kind of leadership demands not only knowledge and experience, but also character and integrity,” he stressed.
He called on them to embrace their roles as mentors and drivers of change, noting that their contributions will be instrumental in shaping a more responsive and productive civil service.
The governor’s tone was both honest and hopeful — a blend of realism and resolve. His message to civil servants and the broader public was simple: reforms are coming, and the administration will be deliberate and unwavering in its quest to deliver better governance.
