By PETER TITLE
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has pledged a 500-kilowatt solar power facility, a new water scheme and a perimeter fence for Gindiri Schools to address infrastructure gaps at the institution.
He announced the proposed projects on Sunday at the 42nd Annual Reunion Service of Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) Gindiri Schools, where he also disclosed that discussions were ongoing to establish an endowment fund for the institution.
Mutfwang said the solar facility would address electricity challenges, while the water scheme and perimeter fence would improve conditions across the school compound.
He also proposed a master plan to guide construction and land use within the mission compound, saying coordinated development was necessary to preserve the institution’s legacy.
The governor urged alumni, church leaders and other stakeholders to renew their commitment to the schools, saying their legacy should be measured by more than the professional achievements of their graduates.
“The legacy of Gindiri must go beyond producing successful professionals.
“We must also produce men and women whose lives reflect the Christian values, character and principles upon which this institution was established,” he said.
Mutfwang also cited federal infrastructure projects secured through his collaboration with the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, including the reconstruction of the Akwanga-Jos road and the Mararaban Jama’a-Mangu-Langtang-Ibi road.
“With your support, we will continue to put in our best,” he told the alumni.
The President of the Gindiri Old Students Association and Secretary to the State Government, Samuel Jatau, commended the COCIN leadership for supporting the reunion and thanked the governor for attending the association’s events.
Yilwatda, an alumnus of the school, pledged to support its development and work with the state government to provide social amenities.
“I am very proud to be an alumnus. I will support the school on all fronts so that it maintains its relevance,” he said.
The President of COCIN and proprietor of the schools, Amos Mohzo, urged alumni and church members to remain committed to the institution’s founding vision.
He also challenged them to participate in politics and governance with integrity, tolerance and respect for others.