The new Commissioner For Youth And Sports Development, Hon. Noel Nkup, has said the government of Plateau State,headed by his Excellency, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang frowns at the incident that happened on Sunday when some unknown individuals were alleged to have pelted stones at the Rangers FC of Enugu team bus some kilometers away from the venue of the NPFL match between host, Plateau United FC and Rangers FC.
Speaking at the trophy presentation ceremony in his office ahead of the 2024 Plateau State Governor’s Cup by the Plateau State Football Association,headed by Hon. Dr. Suleiman Yahaya Kwande, Hon. Noel Nkup said: “It’s unfortunate that one sided story was taken, recorded and sent out, of which am yet to understand what they want to achieve, but it’s a very known fact that it’s not in our character to molest visitors, rather our arms are always opened at all times that whoever comes around is received and enjoy his or her stay. Plateau State is known for peace. It’s unfortunate , we condemn this ugly situation in strong terms but we will do everything as a government to ensure that such ugly incident does not happen again.”
The former Commissioner For Water Resources And Energy, concludes: “We will try as much as possible to ensure that security in all the stadiums and even areas surrounding where these matches will take place will be fully secured. Visiting teams henceforth will be accompanied back from and to their hotels until they leave the city of Jos. I want the players of Plateau United and the people of Plateau to be consoled despite the verdict that’s been placed on us, taking us from position 6th to almost relegation position. By the grace of God, all our forthcoming matches will come out good and with continuous support and prayer from the fans to the team, we can move from the present position to the top position on the table.”
It would be recalled that after monetary fine, 3 points and 3 goals were deducted from Plateau couple with playing their 3 next home matches behind closed doors.
