Gov. Mutfwang Urges Responsible Reporting, Says Plateau Remains Safe for Visitors
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has urged journalists and social media users to exercise restraint and professionalism in reporting security incidents in the state, warning that unverified reports and sensational narratives were damaging Plateau’s image.
The governor made the appeal during a stakeholders’ engagement in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area following recent security challenges in parts of the state.
Mutfwang said while the government remained committed to transparency and accurate documentation of security incidents, the spread of rumours and misleading reports on social media was negatively affecting public perception of Plateau State.
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“I don’t want to suggest to anyone that any incident should be swept under the carpet. We keep accurate data of all accounts, but many people are in a hurry to put things on social media, and in the process, they are destroying the state,” the governor said.
He cautioned against publishing unverified information, noting that false reports often distort facts and create unnecessary panic among residents and outsiders.
According to him, there was a deliberate attempt by some individuals to portray Plateau State as unsafe and discourage tourism and investment in the state.
“There is a deliberate plan to de-market Plateau State and tell the world that Plateau is not a place anybody should visit. But let me reassure Nigerians and the international community that Plateau still remains the Home of Peace and Tourism. Nobody will take that away from us,” he stated.
The governor appealed to media practitioners to remain responsible in their reportage and support ongoing efforts aimed at restoring lasting peace and stability across affected communities.
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening security operations, protecting lives and property, and creating an enabling environment for economic and tourism activities to thrive in the state.