When Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang assumed leadership in Plateau State, expectations were high, but few anticipated the remarkable strides his administration would take particularly in the transport sector. Today, a quiet revolution is underway, easing the burden of movement and putting smiles back on the faces of ordinary Plateau citizens.
The removal of fuel subsidy under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s transportation system. Yet, while many states grappled with the fallout, Governor Mutfwang took decisive action. He didn’t sit idle. He rose to the challenge innovating, implementing, and most importantly, delivering.
One of his earliest and most impactful interventions was the launch of the Metro Bus Service. With fares as low as ₦200, these buses quickly became a vital resource offering respite to workers, students, traders, and the everyday hustler. The Metro buses didn’t just move people they moved hope.
Responding to public demand, the government expanded the fleet and routes. Today, more communities are connected, and more people can commute affordably and reliably. The reorganization of the Plateau Express Service also injected life into inter-city travel, linking local government areas and connecting Plateau with neighboring states.
These efforts have not gone unnoticed. Commuters now save up to ₦40,000 monthly a significant relief at a time when fuel prices continue to soar. The buses are consistently filled to capacity, proof that this intervention is not only working but transforming lives.
But Governor Mutfwang wasn’t done. In a visionary leap, the Jos–Bukuru Rail Shuttle roared to life last week, offering a new dimension to public transport in the state.
At just ₦200 per trip, the train service has rapidly gained traction delivering a clean, safe, efficient, and traffic-free commute.
Beyond the excitement, the benefits are concrete:
• Drastically reduced commuting costs
• Time saved from traffic congestion
• Improved productivity
• Better punctuality at work and school
• Strengthened social ties across Jos and Bukuru
More than just a mode of transport, the rail shuttle is a unifier, a productivity booster, and a morale lifter.
There’s an African proverb: “When the rhythm of the drum changes, the dancer must adjust his steps.” Plateau citizens have done more than adjust they’ve embraced this new rhythm with joy. The reliable train schedule, free from the unpredictability of road traffic, has restored convenience to daily life.
Commuters enjoy serene rides, surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Plateau, a reminder of why it remains the Home of Peace and Tourism.
Speaking of tourism, the revived rail system opens new doors. Visitors can now explore Jos and its environs with ease. With sustained investment, future rail extensions could connect iconic tourist destinations across the state.
Environmentally, this is a win too. Fewer vehicles on the road means lower carbon emissions and cleaner air. In a world battling climate change, Governor Mutfwang is aligning Plateau State with global sustainability goals.
What stands out most in all of this is not just the policies but the intentionality and delivery behind them. Governor Caleb Mutfwang is proving that leadership is about results, not rhetoric. He is showing that governance, when done right, directly improves lives.
Plateau’s transportation landscape is being transformed before our eyes. And if the current momentum is sustained, the state is well on its way to becoming a model for modern, inclusive, and sustainable mobility in Nigeria.