Jos Board Issues Warning on Campaign Posters for 2027 Elections

The Jos Metropolitan Development Board has issued a warning to politicians in Plateau State regarding the illegal pasting of campaign posters on public facilities in anticipation of the 2027 general elections. Hart Bankat, the General Manager of the board, communicated this directive in a statement released in Jos.

The warning aligns with Executive Order 003 of 2024, which governs building regulations and vehicular traffic within the state. Bankat emphasized that violators of this directive would face legal consequences, including a fine of N500,000 as stipulated in the executive order.

He stated that political posters, banners, and other campaign materials are prohibited from being displayed on public buildings, bridges, and road infrastructure to maintain the aesthetics of Jos, protect public infrastructure, and ensure safety during the election campaigns. The general manager urged political parties, candidates, campaign organizations, and advertising firms to seek prior approval before displaying any outdoor campaign materials.