2027: Plateau board warns politicians against pasting posters on public property

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The Jos Metropolitan Development Board has warned politicians in Plateau State against pasting campaign posters on public facilities ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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The General Manager of the board, Hart Bankat, gave the warning in a statement issued in Jos on Saturday.

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Bankat said the directive was in line with Executive Order 003 of 2024, which regulates buildings and vehicular traffic in the state.

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He particularly warned that violators would face the wrath of the law, including a N500,000 fine as provided in the executive order.

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He noted that the notice was issued pursuant to the board’s statutory responsibility for regulating physical development, outdoor advertising and the orderly use of public spaces.

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“By this order, political posters, banners and other campaign materials shall not be pasted, mounted or displayed on public buildings, bridges, road infrastructure and other authorised locations.

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“This is to preserve the aesthetics of the city of Jos, protect public infrastructure and ensure public safety during campaigns ahead of the forthcoming general elections,” he said.

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The general manager urged political parties, candidates, campaign organisations and advertising firms to obtain prior approval before erecting or displaying any outdoor campaign materials.

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