Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has explained the circumstances that led to his addressing a tense crowd from an armoured personnel carrier, after Palm Sunday’s deadly attack in Jos, the state capital.
Governor Mutfwang, said his decision was driven by both security considerations and the need to effectively communicate with residents during a volatile moment.
He explained that from the height he stood, part of the reason they put him in the Armoured Tanke Carrier was for him to gain height in order to address the crowd.
The governor, however, dismissed claims that he was under threat, insisting that his interaction with the crowd was largely peaceful and cooperative.
According to him, much of the public perception was shaped by clips circulating on social media, which failed to capture the full scope of his engagement at the scene.
The governor maintained that he felt safe among the people, even as security operatives remained cautious.
Governor Mutfwang revealed that he had been in Abuja attending official engagements, including the APC National Convention and high-level security consultations, when news of the incident broke.
He said despite a tight schedule, including a planned Northern Governors’ Forum meeting, he immediately arranged to return home.
Governor Mutfwang expressed his gratitude to the people of Plateau State for their trust, reaffirming his commitment to stand with them in difficult moments.
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