In a remarkable display of compassion and commitment to the welfare of vulnerable children, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, marked his sixth birthday by celebrating with orphans drawn from various orphanage homes across the state.
The Governor went beyond the festivities by awarding full scholarships to sixty less privileged children, covering their education from primary school to university.
The initiative underscores Governor Mutfwang’s dedication to shaping a brighter future for underprivileged children and reinforces his leadership’s commitment to social responsibility.
Speaking during a special event held in his honor on Wednesday, the Governor described the gesture as a personal commitment to ensuring that orphans in the state have access to quality education and a sense of belonging.
Governor Mutfwang further encouraged the children, emphasizing that their circumstances do not define their destiny.
The Governor also announced plans to enhance support for orphanage homes across Plateau State.
His administration, he said, remains committed to creating an environment where vulnerable children can thrive, access quality care, and grow into productive members of society.
The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Caroline Dafur, commended the Governor for his selfless initiative, noting that it will have profound impact on the lives of the beneficiaries.
She further highlighted the Governor’s commitment to tackling issues such as child abuse and trafficking, assuring that the administration will leave no stone unturned in addressing these societal challenges.
The event was graced by religious leaders, including Reverend Gideon Para-Mallam, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Plateau State, Rev. Fr. Polycarp Lubo, and Pastor Dunka Gomwalk, Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN).
The clerics led prayers for divine protection and guidance for Governor Mutfwang, praying for his continued success in leadership.