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A diaspora group, under the auspices of the Plateau State Association, USA (PSA-USA), has called on the Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, to ensure policy consistence and create enabling environment for investment in the state.
The National President of PSA-USA, Dr Barth Shepkong, who led members of the National Executive Committee (EXCO) and other members of the association to a strategic engagement with the governor, made the call in Washington, D.C, USA.
A communique issued at the end of the meeting was made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja.
The group highlighted the vast contribution and potential of the Plateau diaspora beyond remittances, including human capital, professional expertise, global networks, and investment capacity across critical sectors such as healthcare, education, finance, technology, entrepreneurship, and peacebuilding
According to the association, unlocking this potential depends largely on confidence in governance, policy consistency and the strength of the enabling environment.
It said there is need for Investor confidence, with particular emphasis on the importance of contract integrity and effective dispute-resolution mechanisms.
“PSA-USA shared insights from diaspora investors, noting that reliability and consistency in honoring agreements remain key drivers of sustained investment interest,” it said.
(From Left to Right: Dr Bartholomew Shepkong, National President of PSA-USA; Governor Mutfwang of Plateau State and two executive members of PSA-USA during a strategic engagement in Maryland, USA.)
The PSA-USA delegation commended Governor Mutfwang for the steadiness, openness and inclusive leadership with which he has guided Plateau State through a demanding period.
The association particularly acknowledged the governor’s consistent willingness to engage the Plateau diaspora in dialogue—an approach PSA-USA described as “encouraging and worthy of commendation.”
Members noted that this openness has helped strengthen trust and reaffirm the place of the diaspora as stakeholders in the state’s development journey.
According to PSA-USA, sustained and consultative engagement of this nature sends a strong signal of inclusion and shared responsibility, and lays a solid foundation for meaningful collaboration between government and the diaspora community.
The delegation emphasised that Plateau State is at a critical juncture where diaspora engagement must continue to evolve from goodwill to structured, transparent and institutional collaboration.
The group stressed that clarity of process, continuity of engagement and mutual accountability are essential to converting diaspora goodwill into long-term development outcomes.
PSA-USA also briefed the governor on its recent engagements with the United States Congress and other international stakeholders concerning developments in Plateau State.
The association clarified that these engagements were undertaken responsibly and in support of peacebuilding efforts, with the aim of ensuring accurate representation of Plateau State’s realities within international policy circles.
It reiterated its support for the establishment of a Plateau State Diaspora Commission, recalling that the proposal received broad endorsement during the association’s 20th Anniversary celebration attended by the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly.
The association expressed confidence that such a framework would further institutionalise diaspora engagement and enhance coordination.
PSA-USA also briefed the Governor on the R64 Diaspora Campaign Fund, a non-partisan initiative aligned with Plateau State’s 64 wards and designed to support grassroots development efforts in complement to government programmes.
The group reaffirmed its commitment to continued partnership with the Plateau State Government, noting that the Governor’s open, consultative, and inclusive approach to diaspora engagement provides a strong foundation for sustained collaboration, shared responsibility, and long-term development
In his response, Governor Mutfwang expressed appreciation for the constructive role PSA-USA has continued to play in advancing the interests and development of Plateau State.
He acknowledged the association’s advocacy, development initiatives, and commitment to peace, describing the Plateau diaspora as an important partner in the state’s progress.
The governor outlined his administration’s efforts to stabilise the state, strengthen institutions and foster an enabling environment for development and investment.
He reaffirmed his readiness to work closely with the diaspora and emphasised that inclusive engagement remains central to his vision for a peaceful, united and prosperous Plateau State.
Governor Mutfwang also appealed to Plateau indigenes—both at home and abroad—to eschew tribal, ethnic, and regional sentiments, stressing that unity and mutual understanding are indispensable to lasting peace and sustainable development.
Addressing recent political developments, the governor explained that his decision to move from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was not driven by partisan considerations, but by what he described as a strategic decision taken in the broader interest of Plateau State and its long-term stability.
Governor Mutfwang called on all Plateau indigenes to work collectively toward building a peaceful, inclusive, and prosperous Plateau State that all citizens can be proud of.
