Youths in Plateau State have been called upon to utilize social media to highlight government accomplishments and promote peace.

This appeal was made during the Social Media Day celebration, themed “Uniting the Digital Space to Support Governor Mutfwang’s Good Governance Strides and Peace Efforts in Plateau State.”

The event featured a peace walk from Secretariat Junction to the newly constructed National Library – Abattoir overhead bridge, with active participation from media aides and youths.

Speaking at the event, Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of Plateau State, emphasized the importance of social media as a tool for development and effective communication of government policies.

“The essence of this gathering is to use social media as a tool for development and to communicate government policies to the people of Plateau State and Nigeria at large. We are here to ensure that social media is used positively, for creating wealth and communicating the development in Plateau State under Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang,” Bere stated.

He continued, “We are expected to use social media to change the narrative of Plateau State. This government has come to ensure that the people of Plateau State are informed about what is happening within the state. Previously, the narrative was about insecurity. Now, Jos is the most peaceful city in Nigeria, North Central Nigeria, and Northern Nigeria. People are coming into Jos, conducting their business transactions, and leaving without any problems.”

Bere also highlighted the importance of showcasing the government’s achievements on social media. “There are many things that the government is doing, and we must use social media deliberately to communicate development, peaceful coexistence, and unity. That is what the government of Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang stands for,” he emphasized.

Additionally, Mr. Datong Dominic Gwaman, Director-General of Plateau State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (PICTDA), stressed the significance of responsible social media use. “Today, everyone has become a citizen journalist. Before sharing any message online, consider if it is truthful, fair to all parties, and contributes to the peace of this city,” Gwaman urged.

Moreover, Mr. Samuel Nathaniel Dapiya, Director-General of Plateau Environmental Protection and Sanitation Agency (PEPSA), underscored the role of social media in promoting environmental hygiene and sustainable practices.

“Social media is crucial in executing sanitation efforts for us at PEPSA. It is equally important in promoting environmental hygiene and sustainable habits, ideas, and projects,” Dapiya said.

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