Reps Donate ₦100 Million to Plateau Attack Victims

The House of Representatives has donated ₦100 million to support victims of recent violent attacks in Plateau State, extending financial aid to the state government and affected local government areas.

A delegation led by former Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Idris Wase, presented the cheques to Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang on behalf of the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas. The visit was part of a solidarity mission following the tragic incidents across several communities in the state.

According to a statement by Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, the delegation included all Plateau State members of the House of Representatives and conveyed condolences from the Speaker and National Assembly.

During the presentation, Rt. Hon. Wase emphasized that the donation is part of the National Assembly’s broader efforts to cushion the impact of the attacks and reaffirmed the Speaker’s commitment to rallying federal support for Plateau.

Breakdown of the ₦100 Million Relief Donation:

• ₦50 million to the Plateau State Government
• ₦20 million to Bassa Local Government Area
• ₦20 million to Bokkos Local Government Area
• ₦10 million to Riyom Local Government Area

Governor Mutfwang, while receiving the donation, thanked the lawmakers for their swift response and unity in standing with the people during a difficult time marked by displacement and grief.

He also used the occasion to appeal for further support in rebuilding affected communities, particularly by improving rural road infrastructure and communication systems to enhance emergency and security response in remote areas.

The governor further drew attention to a separate tragedy — the recent fire outbreak at the makeshift Terminus Market in Jos, which devastated hundreds of traders.

“We are working diligently to provide immediate assistance to victims of the Terminus Market fire. No effort will be spared to ensure our traders bounce back stronger. Their resilience represents the true spirit of Plateau, and we will stand firmly by them,” Governor Mutfwang assured.

The House of Representatives’ gesture reflects ongoing national solidarity efforts aimed at helping Plateau State recover from recent crises and rebuild affected communities.