By SN24.com 
By Peter Akpah.
*…Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio, First Lady, Governors, Yilwatda To Attend*
*…Jatau: “Plateau Is Ready, Our People Are Ready”*
*Jos —* Plateau State will host President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday, 14 November 2026, for the North-Central leg of the APC Presidential Campaign Rally.
The Chairman, Local Organising Committee, Arc. Samuel N. Jatau, disclosed this at a press briefing in Jos, describing the visit as a defining moment for Plateau State.
According to Jatau, the rally will hold at the Zaria Road Stadium, Jos, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
*Star-Studded Delegation*
The President will lead a high-powered delegation including the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Vice President Kashim Shettima; President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas; state governors; APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda; members of the National Working Committee; Director General of the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign, Senator Abdulaziz Yari; members of the Presidential Campaign Council, and other party leaders.
“For Plateau State, this occasion goes beyond the hosting of a political rally. It represents an important opportunity to welcome the nation’s leadership, reaffirm our place in the national political conversation and demonstrate the hospitality, political maturity and democratic spirit for which our state is known,” Jatau said.
*Preparations, Security At Advanced Stage*
Jatau said preparations are at an advanced stage, with the Plateau State Government under Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, in collaboration with the APC national and state leadership, working through the Local Organising Committee to ensure a successful, peaceful and well-coordinated event.
He said arrangements cover venue readiness, transportation, traffic management, security coordination, crowd control, emergency response and general logistics, in close collaboration with security and emergency management agencies.
“Our overriding priority is to ensure that everyone attending the rally, those working at the venue and members of the public going about their lawful activities can do so in a safe and orderly environment,” he said.
He appealed to residents, motorists, business operators, party supporters and road users to cooperate with authorities, comply with security directives and exercise patience over temporary traffic adjustments.
*New Chapter Of Cooperation*
Jatau said the visit provides an opportunity to reflect on the evolving political relationship between Plateau State and the Federal Government, especially since Governor Mutfwang formally joined the APC in January 2026 and was received by National Chairman Yilwatda.
“This political alignment has created an important platform for more effective engagement with the Federal Government and for advancing the developmental priorities of our people,” he said.
*Federal Projects In Plateau*
Under President Tinubu’s administration, Jatau listed key federal commitments in Plateau to include:
– Ongoing construction of the Akwanga–Jos Road
– Rehabilitation of the Sharram–Garram–Babban Lamba Road in Kanke
– Approval of the Mararaban Jama’a–Kanke–Langtang–Shendam–Ibi Road towards Taraba State
– Procurement of surveillance cameras promised by the President, with installation expected to commence soon
– Approval for recruitment and training of 1,000 Forest Guards to strengthen community-level security
He said the projects are not merely infrastructure investments but essential links to economic growth, improved mobility, agricultural development, trade and community integration.
*Mutfwang’s Scorecard*
Jatau also highlighted interventions of the Mutfwang administration in education, agriculture, healthcare, transportation and infrastructure.
In education, he cited reduction in school fees, increased allowances for tertiary students, provision of international scholarships, and N11.34 billion accessed by students from 14 tertiary institutions through NELFUND.
In agriculture, he cited subsidies on farm inputs to boost productivity and food security.
In healthcare, he cited the construction of a N590 million central drug warehouse under the Drugs and Medical Commodities Management Agency (DMCMA) to prevent fake drugs and provide essential drugs at reduced costs.
In transport, he cited 30 Metro Buses, revival of Plateau Express Service with 20 new Sienna buses for Jos-Abuja and other routes, with more buses expected for inter-local government travels.
*Renewed Hope Agenda*
The LOC Chairman said the rally will provide a platform for the APC to reaffirm its commitment to President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, at a time Nigeria is navigating economic, security and developmental challenges.
He called on APC members, supporters and well-wishers across the 17 Local Government Areas of Plateau and the North-Central region to turn out peacefully and responsibly to welcome the President.
He also urged the media to continue to provide accurate, balanced and timely information before, during and after the event.
“Plateau State is ready. Our people are ready. And we look forward to welcoming Mr President and the national leadership of our great party to Jos,” Jatau said.