President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other prominent leaders of the ruling party are expected in Jos, the Plateau State capital, on Tuesday for a grand reception in honour of Governor Caleb Mutfwang.
The event is to formally receive Governor Mutfwang into the APC in Plateau State.
In a statement issued in Jos on Saturday, the Chairman of the Media and Publicity Sub-Committee, Sir Joseph Ari, said the ceremony would draw national attention to Jos as the governor is officially welcomed into the ruling party.
According to the statement, all arrangements have been concluded for what it described as an “earth-shaking” reception, noting that the development has generated excitement and heightened political activities across the state.
It explained that the Central Planning Committee, co-chaired by former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Idris Wase, and former Senate Minority Leader, Distinguished Senator Simon Mwadkon, alongside other members, has been working tirelessly to ensure a befitting reception for the governor.
The statement added that several sub-committees have also been set up and are actively working to put all necessary logistics in place for the successful hosting of the event.
It further noted that following the inauguration of the committees and the announcement of the reception date, interest and anticipation have continued to build, with residents of the state eagerly awaiting the day.
Activities lined up ahead of the reception include press briefings, media engagements and road shows across strategic locations.
Given the significance of the event, President Tinubu is expected to personally receive Governor Mutfwang, alongside APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, governors of the Progressive Governors’ Forum and other dignitaries.
With the level of preparation already in place, the organisers expressed confidence that the occasion would be colourful, historic and memorable.
