The House of Representatives will convene a one-day dialogue and security conference in Jos, the Plateau State capital, today, as part of efforts aimed at addressing the root causes of recurring security challenges in the state.
The Chairman of the House Ad Hoc Committee on Security, Mr Wale Hammed, disclosed this yesterday when he led a delegation of members to the Rayfield Government House in Jos to inform Governor Caleb Mutfwang about the planned security summit. The summit is themed: “Restoring Stability and Unity: A Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Security in Plateau State and Beyond.”
Speaking during the courtesy visit, Hammed told the governor that the House resolved to convene the discussion and security conference because of the urgent need to “examine and address the root causes of the security challenges in Plateau State and beyond, while collaboratively developing practical and sustainable solutions.”
He explained that the committee had “cordially invited critical stakeholders — including government representatives, former governors, traditional institutions, security agencies, civil society organisations, international partners, religious bodies, academia, researchers, public-spirited individuals, and the general public” to the one-day event.
“This conference will provide a platform for inclusive dialogue, enabling participants to share insights, reflect on real-life experiences, and contribute to strategies that foster collaboration, strengthen unity, and promote lasting peace,” Hammed said.
Receiving the delegation on behalf of Governor Caleb Mutfwang, Deputy Governor Josephine Piyo commended the House of Representatives for what she described as a timely intervention.
“The people of Plateau have borne the brunt of insecurity for too long. This summit gives us hope that the Federal Government is listening and willing to partner with us to find lasting answers,” Piyo said. She assured the committee of the state government’s full support, noting that “no meaningful development can take place without peace and security.”
“Government is ready to work with all stakeholders gathered for this dialogue. We will provide every support needed to ensure the resolutions from Tuesday’s conference are not left on paper but are implemented for the good of our communities.”
The security summit is expected to draw participants from across the 17 local government areas (LGAs) to deliberate on pathways to stability in Plateau State.
