Why Plateau State Govt Should Redirect Funds from Pilgrimage to Establish Tech Hubs - Charles David Lapmoen
Title: Rationalizing the Decision: Why Plateau State Government Should Redirect Funds from Pilgrimage to Israel to Establish Tech Hubs Introduction: Barr Caleb Mutfwang as the new governor of Plateau State has brought about renewed hopes and expectations for progress and development. One of the key areas that require careful consideration is the allocation of funds. It is imperative for the new governor to critically evaluate the existing policies, especially the allocation of funds for religious pilgrimages, and explore alternative avenues that can benefit the state and its taxpayers. This article argues that instead of spending a staggering 1.7 billion Naira on pilgrimage to Israel, the Plateau State government should direct these funds towards building ten tech hubs at a more economical cost of 170 million Naira each. Such a redirection would yield significant benefits for the state and its residents. 1. A Shift in Priorities: While religious pilgrimages hold immense cul