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Governor Mutfwang reshuffles cabinet

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle to enhance quality service delivery.

• August 20, 2024
Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang
Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang[Credit:X]

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle to enhance quality service delivery.

Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs (DOPPA) to the governor, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Jos.

Mr Bere quoted the governor saying the move would ensure effective and efficient service delivery to the state’s people.

”Under the new dispensation, Mr Noel Nkup, the current Commissioner for Water Resources and Energy, will take charge of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development.

”Similarly, Mr Bashir Datti, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, has been posted to the Ministry of Water Resources and Energy,” he said.

Mr Bere said that the new arrangement took immediate effect.

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