Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang, on Thursday, inaugurated 15 metro buses, as part of a broader effort to revive the state’s public transportation system.
The governor also inaugurated other projects executed by his administration, including the laboratory, paediatric ward, and office complex at the Plateau State Specialist Hospital, Jos, Utonkon bridge and adjoining roads along Utonkon–Abattoir Road Jos, one-storey administrative block and refurbished Joshua Dariye Hall at the Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin Ladi, Jos campus.
The PUNCH reported that the governor, in 2024, inaugurated the first set of 15 metro buses to mark his first year in office, bringing the total number to 30 buses.
At the event to mark Democracy Day, Mutfwang expressed gratitude to God for the revival of the Plateau Express Service, one of the state’s legacy institutions that had faced numerous challenges over the years.
He noted that the last time the service operated effectively was under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) administration and proudly stated that the current PDP-led government was realigning with national initiatives. Mutfwang highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s charge to governors to alleviate citizens’ suffering, especially following the removal of the fuel subsidy.
He said the transport sector was identified as a key area to directly benefit the people.
Mutfwang declared Plateau Express Service as a functional transport system within the Jos metropolis, already benefiting residents and boosting mobility across the state.
‘Plateau Express Service began many years ago and has gone through numerous challenges.
‘I am proud to say that the last time Plateau Express truly served the people of Plateau was under the last PDP administration.
‘Today again, under a PDP-led government, we are proud to align with the initiatives of Mr President’, he said.
The governor commended the leadership of Plateau Express, adding that the success proved that institutions could thrive under clear, patriotic leadership.
A historic moment at the event was the introduction of the first female driver for the Plateau Express buses.
