Renowned Haitian rapper and musician, Wyclef Jean, is set to make a special appearance in Plateau State on Thursday, December 28, 2023. The visit is scheduled to include a peace concert and the ceremonial laying of the foundation for a groundbreaking National Film Village proposed by the state government.
Plateau State aims to establish the first-of-its-kind National Film Village in Africa, envisioned as a dynamic hub nurturing emerging talents within the state and beyond. The ambitious venture is poised to reshape both local and global landscapes, featuring state-of-the-art music and movie studios. The primary objectives include fostering equitable wealth distribution and providing a robust platform to amplify and showcase the talents of Plateau’s youth on the global stage.
In tandem with the film village project, the state has finalized plans for the construction of Smart City Housing Units catering to low-, middle-, and high-income earners. This initiative aligns with the state’s commitment to sustainable housing and urban development.
Joshua Laven, the Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, provided insights into these visionary projects during a tour of the project sites in Kuru and Mararaban Jama’a within the Jos South Local Council. Laven stated, “We want to develop a state-of-the-art film village, first of its kind in Africa here. Wyclef Jean is coming on December 28, 2023, for a peace concert and then lay the foundation for the film village. The governor has got the commitment of all developers with a view to hitting the ground running.”
Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s vision for Plateau State is centered on transforming its identity from merely the home of civil service to a prominent destination for entertainment, peace, and tourism. The upcoming visit by Wyclef Jean, a globally acclaimed artist, underscores the state’s commitment to attracting international attention and fostering cultural and creative exchange.
Hart Bankat, the General Manager of the Jos Metropolitan Development Board (JMBD), expressed satisfaction with the selected project sites, emphasizing their alignment with Governor Mutfwang’s mandate to implement the greater Jos masterplan. The projects mark a significant step towards positioning Plateau State as a hub for innovation, creativity, and sustainable urban development.
