President Tinubu Selects Governor Caleb Mutfwang, Others for G20 World Leaders Summit in SOUTH Africa.

In a highly strategic move by His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, several state governors, including Plateau State’s Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, and Kaduna State’s Governor Uba Sani among others have been drafted into Nigeria’s official delegation to the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Summit, taking place 22–23 November 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

In a statement by the Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, this year’s Summit marks a historic milestone: the first G20 Presidency on African soil and the first time the Leaders’ Summit is being hosted on the continent. G20 membership includes the Presidents or Heads of Government of the United States, United Kingdom, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, and Turkey, along with two powerful regional blocs, the European Union and the African Union.

Hosted under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability,” the 2025 G20 Summit aims to tackle the world’s most pressing economic, environmental, and social challenges. It brings together global leaders, ministers, development institutions, multilateral banks, and key international partners at a defining moment for global governance and development cooperation.

Governor Mutfwang’s inclusion in President Tinubu’s high-level delegation highlights his rising national stature and the strategic role Plateau State continues to play in Nigeria’s development trajectory. It places him at the centre of critical discussions that will shape global development policy, economic restructuring, climate action, and inclusive growth in the years ahead.

Governor Mutfwang, alongside his fellow invited governors, will participate across key sessions as directed by Mr. President, advancing Nigeria’s core priorities across the following areas:

• Global economic reforms and development financing

Strengthening advocacy for a fairer global financial system, expanded development financing, debt sustainability, and improved support for developing economies navigating complex global headwinds.

• Sustainable and value-driven mining

Championing responsible mining, deeper value-addition, and global investment into Nigeria’s mineral sector. Plateau State’s historic leadership in Nigeria’s mining industry, being the first state where formal mining began, gives it a comparative advantage and unique voice in shaping conversations around innovation, technology transfer, and sustainable mineral value chains.

• Climate governance and energy transition

Advancing Nigeria’s position on climate-resilient development, climate finance, adaptation, and equitable support for countries transitioning to cleaner, more sustainable energy systems.

• Global trade, job creation, and inclusive prosperity

Promoting policies that expand market access, support SMEs, stimulate cross-border trade, and drive job creation, especially for Africa’s large youth population.

• Digital transformation and infrastructure development

Pursuing partnerships for digital inclusion, technology cooperation, and large-scale infrastructure financing covering transport, renewable energy, water systems, and the digital economy.

• Food security and agricultural resilience.

Pushing for deeper international cooperation to combat global food insecurity, strengthen agricultural systems, and support sustainable food production, all of which are key and align closely with Plateau State’s development priorities.

Governor Mutfwang’s engagements at the Summit will further reinforce ongoing efforts to position Plateau State as a competitive hub for investment, innovation, and sustainable growth. From mining and agriculture to renewable energy, tourism, and digital innovation, the G20 platform offers a timely opportunity to deepen partnerships and attract long-term capital to the state.

Other members of President Tinubu’s high-powered delegation include Governors Abdullahi Sule (Nassarawa), Umaru Bago (Niger), Dr. Peter Mbah (Enugu), Dauda Lawal (Zamfara), Inuwa Yahaya (Gombe), and Dikko Radda (Katsina). Their participation reflects the Federal Government’s deliberate strategy to strengthen subnational involvement in global economic diplomacy and ensure that international commitments translate into concrete benefits at state level.

With Governor Mutfwang contributing to Nigeria’s voice at the G20, Plateau State is poised to gain and stands to benefit significantly from new opportunities in investment, cooperation, and sustainable development, reinforcing its steady and strategic rise on both the national and global stage.