The Plateau State Government has commenced training for local government chairmen and their executives as part of efforts to align local council operations with the Plateau State Development Framework (PSDF 2023–2027.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang at the training tagged, ‘That Plateau May Shine,’ said the training in collaboration with the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership, is the first of many steps needed to retool the state’s workforce and reimagine governance at the grassroots level.
”;This retreat represents a turning point in our governance journey. We are committed to building institutions that deliver real value to the people, starting from our local governments.
“This is only the beginning, with partners, we are confident that Plateau State will serve as a national example of subnational transformation.”;
TÄ¥e Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the state, Ephraim Usman Gar, said this was an opportunity for the workforce at the grassroots to learn to deliver tangible outcomes in public service.
“The time is now to build a productive, peaceful, and prosperous Plateau State,”; he said,
”;Participants will take part in strategic planning, financial performance, intergovernmental collaboration, and revenue innovation sessions. The aim is to equip local leaders with the tools and frameworks to deliver sustainable development outcomes.
The Chancellor of the Athena Centre, Osita Chidoka, stressed the importance of visionary and technically grounded governance, saying, “This partnership with Plateau State reflects our commitment to supporting subnational governments that are ready to lead with clarity and purpose. We are building a new culture of local governance, one anchored on accountability, data, and delivery.”;
