Seeks Assembly seat for Zawan, Reps for Gyel
A socio-political group under the aegis of Zawan Vanguard has called for fair zoning and balanced political representation in Jos South Local Government Area ahead of the 2027 elections.
The group said the demand became necessary to promote justice, unity and sustainable political progress in the area.
Speaking during a press conference in Jos South on Friday, the group, through Raphael Chuhwak, who read the text on behalf of members, said the call was not aimed at causing division or exclusion but to ensure fairness among the various constituencies in the council area.
According to the group, some sections of Jos South had remained underrepresented in key political positions for too long, a situation it said had created distrust, discontent and slowed collective progress.
The group proposed that, in the interest of equity and inclusion, the position of member representing Jos South in the Plateau State House of Assembly should be zoned to Zawan, while the seat for the House of Representatives should go to Gyel.
The statement read: “This proposal is grounded in the principle that every major constituency within Jos South deserves a voice in decision-making at the highest levels.”
“When representation is balanced, governance becomes more inclusive, development is more equitably distributed and peace and unity are strengthened.”
The group warned that skewed representation could lead to alienation, frustration and avoidable conflict.
It queried whether a stronger Jos South could be built while leaving some voices behind, insisting that the answer was no.
Zawan Vanguard, therefore, called on political parties to adopt and respect the proposed zoning arrangement.
It also urged political aspirants to align with the principles of fairness and equity, while calling on community leaders to mobilise support for what it described as justice.
The group further encouraged youths and other citizens to demand balanced representation in the political process.
Describing the moment as critical for Jos South, the group said the people had a choice between continuing with imbalance and dissatisfaction or embracing fairness, inclusion and shared progress.
“The people of Jos South are ready for justice. The people of Jos South are ready for balance. The people of Jos South will no longer accept anything less,” the statement added.
The group appealed to all stakeholders to support the cause, not only for Gyel or Zawan, but for the future of a united and fairly represented Jos South.