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| Apostle Joshua Selman |
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has urged residents to unite for peace and harmony during a heartfelt meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the Government House in Jos.
The governor welcomed Apostle Joshua Selman, founder and senior pastor of Eternity Network International (Koinonia Global), who paid a solidarity visit amid recent deadly attacks across the state. In a powerful gesture, Selman handed over relief materials and a staggering N200 million in cash to aid the victims.
Mutfwang hailed the cleric’s presence as a “profound act of solidarity” with Plateau’s government and people during this time of mourning. He praised Selman as “a prophet honored in his hometown,” whose global influence has transformed countless lives.
The governor, according to The Punch report, also recognized key delegation members, including former Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission Executive Secretary John Kennedy and Mr. Bestman Wadia, for their deep ties to Plateau.
Lamenting the violence, Mutfwang revealed that his administration has aided not just Christian communities but also affected Muslim families, emphasizing humanity and unity beyond religious divides.
“We deliberately reached out to affected Muslim families as a demonstration of our love for humanity. Plateau belongs to all of us,” he said.
He also appreciated the outpouring of support and condolences from across the country and beyond, including from President Bola Tinubu, noting that such solidarity has strengthened the resolve of the people.
The governor, however, assured that efforts were ongoing to prevent a recurrence of such attacks, while urging citizens to remain hopeful, the report noted.
“If it had not been the Lord, what the devil intended would have been worse. While we mourn, we must also be grateful for what God has prevented,” he said.
Mutfwang further called on Plateau indigenes, both at home and in the diaspora, to contribute to the development and preservation of the state.
“No matter what we become outside, if home is not strong, we remain vulnerable. The preservation of Plateau is a collective responsibility,” he added, describing Plateau as “a divine project that must be protected by all.”
Earlier, Apostle Selman, who was accompanied by ministers of the gospel said, the visit was to identify with the state and commiserate with families affected by the recent violence.
He described Plateau as “a land of great potential, rich culture and resilient people,” but lamented the spate of violence that has plagued the state over the years.
“We came not just as ministers of the gospel, but as sons of the soil, to stand with the people in this difficult time and to encourage hope,” he said.
The cleric urged the state government not to be discouraged despite the challenges, assuring that their efforts would eventually yield positive results.
“Someday, we will look back and appreciate the courage and resilience of the leadership for not giving up,” he said.
As part of his intervention, Selman announced the donation of relief materials, including a truckload of about 3,000 bags of rice and other essential items valued at over N100 million.
He said the items would be distributed across affected communities in collaboration with the state government and the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN.
In addition, he disclosed a financial support package of about N100 million to assist victims and affected families.
“These palliatives may not bring back the dead, but they can bring comfort to grieving families and demonstrate love and responsibility,” he said.
Selman emphasised the need for collective effort in addressing the crisis, noting that while no single group can solve the problem alone, everyone has a role to play.
“It would be unfair to do nothing. We must all contribute in our own way to bring relief and restore hope,” he added.
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