Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has expressed his deep sympathy with the traders affected by the devastating fire that ravaged the Jos Terminus Market on the night of April 29, 2025. The fire, which reportedly broke out around midnight, destroyed over 500 shops, leaving traders with significant losses as goods worth millions of naira were consumed by the flames.
In a statement released by his office, Governor Mutfwang conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the affected traders, assuring them that their pain is shared by his administration. He said, “Your pain is mine,” emphasizing that the state government is committed to providing immediate support to help them recover from the devastating incident. The governor also reassured residents that the state government would take swift steps to mitigate the impact of the tragedy and provide assistance to those affected.
Governor Mutfwang also urged the public to remain calm and peaceful during this challenging period, calling on all residents to foster unity and solidarity in the face of the crisis. He emphasized that, as a state, Plateau must work together to overcome the loss and rebuild from this setback.
While the cause of the fire has not been officially confirmed, preliminary reports suggest that an electrical spark may have triggered the inferno. The Plateau State Government has pledged to conduct a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the fire and put measures in place to prevent future incidents of this nature.
Governor Mutfwang assured the affected traders and the people of Plateau that his administration is dedicated to rebuilding and modernizing the Jos Terminus Market to ensure that such incidents do not occur again. The governor’s statement further highlighted his commitment to ensuring that those impacted are supported throughout the recovery process.
