Mutfwang Hosts Newly Inaugurated Assembly Members, Calls For Executive-Legislature

Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State has called for collaboration and synergy between the executive and legislature in the best interest of the state as he received the nine newly inaugurated members of the Plateau State House of Assembly at Government House in Jos.

According to political analysts, the inauguration of nine out of the 16 persons who earned electoral victory at the Appeal Court in Abuja will go a long way to douse the tension that was building as the Speaker of the House of Assembly was being constrained by judicial instruments from performing the swearing-in ceremony.

The Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, Gyang Bere, in a statement on Friday, said Governor Mutfwang had “officially welcomed the newly inaugurated members of the Assembly alongside the principal officers, whose return to office was validated by the judgement of the Court of Appeal.

This development brings to an end the recent misunderstanding within the House."

Mutfwang emphasised the importance of fostering a harmonious working relationship and enhancing collaboration among the three branches of government in the best interest of the state.

The Governor congratulated the newly sworn-in members and principal officers, saying: "Today brings me immense joy. I have always advocated for the seamless functioning of the three arms of government. Thus, it is gratifying to witness the House fully operational, poised to safeguard the interests of the people of Plateau State across various constituencies.

“Despite wrong accusations of obstructing the House's inauguration, it is evident that the House is fully in charge of its affairs and I commend you for that. Be rest assured, we are committed to serving the people of Plateau State."

The governor assured the members of the State Assembly of his administration’s support in enhancing their capacity through training to enable them to formulate quality legislation for effective governance in the interest of the people.

"We are dedicated to collaborating effectively to advance the interests of the people of Plateau State. The citizens are expecting nothing less than a cohesive effort from the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary to ensure security, economic development, and overall progress," he added.

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