Plateau appoints Jonathan Zam as new VIO director
The Plateau State Government has appointed Jonathan Zam as the new Director of the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO). The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Transport, Davou Jatau, during the presentation of a committee report on the agency’s conduct. The government pledged to enforce accountability and address concerns raised about misconduct by VIO personnel. The committee, chaired by Istifanus Dimang, engaged widely with stakeholders to make recommendations for reform.
What we know
- Jonathan Zam was officially named and decorated as the new Director of the VIO by Davou Jatau.
- The appointment follows the submission of a committee report investigating allegations of misconduct and harassment by VIO officials.
- The committee, led by Istifanus Dimang, consulted with the public, transport unions, and VIO personnel across the state.
- The government emphasized zero tolerance for abuse of office and pledged to review and implement the committee’s recommendations.
- VIO officers were urged to embrace the leadership change and recommit to public service values.
