PLATEAU STATE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE UNSEAL 17 LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCILS IN PLATEAU
Sunday Adam
Plateau state Commissioner of police okoro alkwari has unsealed the seventeen local government areas in plateau state
This follows an interactive engagement with members of the Nigerian union of local government employees NULGE in the state
Details later
Sunday Adam Jos
Youths as it is said are the bedrock of any society. There is no gainsaying that the rising and falling of any community lies with the youth. It’s divinely arranged that young people learn easily and are full of strength, vigour, vision, wisdom and immeasurable knowledge.
According to the United Nations website, “Green skills are the knowledge, abilities, values, and attitudes needed to live in, develop, and support a sustainable and resource-efficient society.”
“These include technical knowledge and skills that enable the effective use of green technologies and processes in occupational settings, as well as transversal skills that draw on a range of knowledge, values, and attitudes to facilitate environmentally sustainable decisions in work and in life,”
As we celebrate this unique day; the International Youth Day, it is also pertinent to draw the attention of the Nigerian Youths to the following;
International Youth Day 2023 will emphasise how the youth of today can integrate and apply green skills to foster environmentally responsible choices both in their professional endeavours and daily lives.
The theme for this year is apt and timely. If a young person is gifted, the evidence of such gift should be seen through his behaviors, creativity and changes he/she brings to the table.
President, Kwamkur Samuel Foundation for Justice Peace Development-KSFKwamkur Samuel Vondip Esq said the need for Youth to believe in themselves and their capacity to positively transform situations around them.
Youth must seek and acquire additional skills besides academic or paper qualifications.
Learn more national and international languages for better integration and opportunities.
Must re-examing the purpose and level of their political involvement.
Attention should be given to policies, credibility and past records of political parties and candidates as perimeter upon which support is based not personal relationship or stomach infrastructure as the case maybe.
Youths must avoid being use as thugs at all times. A careful research has shown that must politicians that take advantage of young people as thugs have better programs and plans for their biological children to take over leadership after them.
Priority should be given to dignity of labour and hard earned resources rather than dirty gains or “bemming” (comrades understand this).
Learn and acquire principles of balance assessment and criticism far and above the usual political affiliation sidings.
Understand the principles of advocacy for good governance above selfish lobbying for personal gains.
Young persons must consciously identify credible leaders and seek to be mentored properly after them.
Most importantly, the Youths should pay attention to our changing climate and be kind to the environment.
It’s trite that as “respect is earned”, so also is leadership taken not given through adequate preparation and understanding of time.
It’s popularly said that if you fail to plan, you have planned to fail.
As we join the world in celebrating the International Youth Day, may Nigeria Youth arise to take their place in the comity of society. It is possible!
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Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, is deeply saddened by the bloody attack that claimed several lives in the Heipang community of Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area.
He also strongly condemns the recent attacks in some villages in Mangu Local Government Area where more lives were lost.
In a press statement, Governor Mutfwang appealed to security agencies to redouble their efforts and put an end to the senseless killings of innocent people in the rural communities of Mangu and Barkin-Ladi.
He described the deteriorating security situation in some parts of the state as unfortunate and called for greater collaboration between community leaders and security agencies to prevent further attacks.
Governor Mutfwang emphasized the importance of peace and unity among all citizens, regardless of faith or ethnicity, for the development and growth of the state.
He expressed his sympathy for the affected communities and families of the deceased, assuring them of government’s commitment to addressing the issues.
Governor Mutfwang prayed for comfort for the grieving people of Heipang and Mangu and urged them to make use of the security and information center activated by the state government to communicate security information for prompt intervention.
Sunday Adam Jos
21 persons have been reportedly killed in an attack in two different villages in Heipang Community of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, Plateau State by fulani militia alongside Bandits
The attackers, who came around 1:26am killed 17 Persons in Batin of Heipang town while 4 persons were killed in Rayogot while 7 Persons sustained fatal injuries
After carrying out the attack in Heipang town, on siting the attackers, vigilante members from Rayogot who were on alert tried to stop them but in the process, 4 persons were killed.
The incident which ought to have ordinarily been averted going by the security alerts given out to all relevant bodies including OPSH, but the attacks were still carried out.
Prior to the attack, there was a robbery incident along Heipang Highway, killing one person and injuring one.
The identity of the criminals was not yet ascertained by all including Security agents, but the entire District has been subjected to impending attacks, which true to fact, was carried out with little or no response to avert it.
Recall that in 2019, there was a similar attack on the Heipang Highway which was later established as to a robbery case. It was traced that the attackers trailed the victims from Kara cattle market in Bukuru only to kill them at Heipang to return to their destination.
It is great concern that despite the security alert, and the presence of security personnel patrolling the community, their was no trace of the attackers.
Also recalled that on the 28/04/2023, there was an attack in Tapo Community of Heipang District leaving 4 persons dead, and BYM made a press statement to the effect that the attack was meted out by Fulani Militias. Surprisingly, Operation Safe Haven-OPSH’ spokesperson, the security body called it a Community clash, contrary to the actual incident that occurred then. Instead of the providing credible evidence, the 4 Sector Commander, Col. U. S. Abdulsalam had threatened the National Publicity Secretary to apologise over the Press Statement at a meeting with some members of the community in attendance.
The BYM wants to made it clear that if OPSH under Sector 4 feels the statement misrepresented the true picture of what transpired, it can explore legal means to seek redress and not to resort to threats and intimidation
It is worthy of mention that, after the attack on Chit village in Heipang which resulted to the dead of 5 persons and over 50 cattles were rustled on the 13th June, 2023 and Sam reported to the security. It was further gathered that the native cattle owners and some youth leaders from Heipang visited the Sector 4 Commander to ask for update on investigation, Col. US Abdulsalam told the delegation that they (Security) tracked the phone that was taken by the attackers, but they are waiting for the DSS to effect the arrest.
Also based on reports available to us, that sometime in June, 2023, the District Head of Heipang insulted by Administrative Officer of Sector 4, saying that the Paramount Ruler is “very stupid” for calling and reporting about a security situation in the area.
Why is it that after the exit of Col. MD Abdulsalam, Security situation is Barkin Ladi summersaults and things went bad as against what the then Commander,Col. M. D. Abdulsalam, who was up and doing and had the general area under unprecedented calmness with no coordinated attack for over two years of his Command?
This, among other things have left us with concerns as to why the lopsided response by the present Sector Commander.
The BYM hereby calls for immediate the redeployment and investigation on the activities of Col. US Abdulsalam.
We equally call on our people to remain calm but under intense vigilance as well as exploring all legal means to protect themselves as none of our dead brothers can ever returned.
Sunday Adam Jos
21 people have been killed in Heipang village in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau state by suspected gunmen.
Confirming the incident spokesperson of the Operation Safe Haven, a multi-security taskforce maintaining peace in the state, Captain Ola James said the latest incident attacks took place in the early hours of Thursday, August 10, at about 1:00 am, which left 21 people dead and 13 injured laying critical in the hospital said troops of the operation have been deployed to the community.
He said “There was an early warning signal that some bandits could launch attacks in the area which prompted the operation to mount checkpoints in the area but the bandits followed another route, and attacked the community. We have deployed our men to restore law and other in the area.
An eye witness said John mark Pam a brother to one of the victims and the State Youth Leader of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the northern zone, said the attackers raided the village killing his brother,his family and others.
Also a young family of Dung Mark, his wife, and children were among those killed in the attack he added.
This is the second attack on Heipang village in two months. In June 2023, two villagers were killed in a similar attack.
The spate of attacks on villages in Plateau state by herdsmen has intensified in recent months, despite the recent visit of the chief of army staff to the state. In his visit, the army chief charged his men to clamp down on the marauding herdsmen.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau state is in the eye off the world as it gains huge milestone as the Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion and Regulatory Agency secured full Membership of the World Association of PPP Units & Professionals (WAPPP). WAPPP in a Press Release sighted by this medium stated that “The World Association of PPP Units and Professionals (WAPPP) and the Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion and Regulatory Agency, are pleased to announce Plateau State PPP Agency has become a full member of WAPPP
This milestone recognition will afford the State the opportunity of connecting to global network of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and the investment community which in turn will be able to attract Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs) which is the quest for the State. This membership has also placed the State on the global map and able to engage and partner with potential foreign investors and other global decision makers on how best PPP projects can be effectively delivered in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) mandate.
With the Agency’s profile joining these associations both at the African PPP Network and now the World Association of PPP Units and Professionals, it will assist in building trust and confidence in the global investment community and developmental financing institutions that the State is adopting the right measures for its development needs.
What does this present to the State? This opportunity requires the right attention as it regards positioning for global alignment with expertise support for the State’s PPP Development initiatives since Plateau State PPP Agency is dedicated to attracting and facilitating foreign direct investments into the State. This puts the State in the right pedestal with the mandate of the agency being the strategic promotion of Plateau State as an ideal business and investment destination both locally and internationally, highlighting its great potential, as a significant agro allied hub, to help mitigate global food security challenges. Today as it stands, only Plateau State and Kaduna are the known Members of WAPPP in Nigeria. The State is also very rich in a variety of natural minerals and tourism potentials given its unique location.
WAPPP President Ziad-Alexandre Hayek has this to say about the listing of Plateau State PPP agency as full member “We are delighted to welcome the Plateau State as the Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion & Regulatory Agency of Nigeria to WAPPP’s Membership. We strongly believe that PPP projects must be promoted and executed at the sub-national level if PPP is to ever fulfill its promise of achieving the SGDs. To this end, we look forward to working closely with the Plateau State PPP Agency to promote sustainable and successful PPP Projects that could become models for similar projects in the rest of the world”Plateau State PPP Agency, the Director General Mr. Felix Rwang-Dung disclosed that “We are thrilled that we have become a member of WAPPP. We understand the importance of collaborating with public and private stakeholders to achieve the common goal of advancing PPP initiatives for the much needed development of our dear State. We are confident that through our membership in WAPPP, we will have access to invaluable resources, insights and networking opportunities to attract investors. We are experiencing the value of this membership already with the existing PPP projects already being explored with members in WAPP to develop innovative PPP Projects for Plateau State.”
According to the Plateau State PPP Agency, the Director General Mr. Felix Rwang-Dung disclosed that “We are thrilled that we have become a member of WAPPP. We understand the importance of collaborating with public and private stakeholders to achieve the common goal of advancing PPP initiatives for the much needed development of our dear State. We are confident that through our membership in WAPPP, we will have access to invaluable resources, insights and networking opportunities to attract investors. We are experiencing the value of this membership already with the existing PPP projects already being explored with members in WAPP to develop innovative PPP Projects for Plateau State.”
WAPPP is a Geneva-based non-profit global association, which brings together all public and private stakeholders in the field of Public-Private Partnership (PPP). Its members are both institutional and individual. They include Public PPP Units, corporate investors, financial investors, and consultants across all sectors. More than a procurement tool, WAPPP considers PPP as a tool for development and for achieving the United Nation Sustainable Development Goals. It promotes best practices and the sharing of knowledge, expertise and resources among its members.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has screened Ministerial nominee, former Governor of Plateau State and former Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum Rt. Hon. Simon Bako Lalong.
When he appeared for the screening at the Red Chambers, the former Plateau State Governor received special recognition by the President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio for his service to the nation in many capacities including being the DG of the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council where he worked hard to ensure the victory of the APC at the polls.
After being given an opportunity to give a brief about his background and his experience, Lalong said he was privileged and honoured to be nominated by President Bola Tinubu out of millions of Nigerians eminently qualified.
He touched on his professional career as a lawyer and politician where he said he served for two terms as member of the Plateau State House of Assembly; Two term Speaker; Two term Governor; Chairman Northern Governors Forum and Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council.
Lalong said as one time Chairman of the Conference of Speakers/Chairman of the Conference of former Speakers of State Assemblies, he was glad that many of his colleagues are at the Senate and serving the nation with diligence.
When the Senate President Godswill Akpabio opened the floor for Senators to ask questions, the Ministerial nominee received unanimous endorsement from all the three Senators of Plateau State.
Minority leader of the Senate, Simon Mwadkon (Plateau North), Senator Napoleon Bali (Plateau South), Senator Diket Plang (Plateau South) all said they were happy with the nomination of Governor Lalong whom they said was a suitable choice and has vast experience to deliver.
While responding to the question on security raised by Senator Bali, Lalong said the security situation in Nigeria requires a wholistic approach of kinetic and non kinetic actions.
He said the Renewed Hope Mandate of President Tinubu captures a detailed plan to make sure insecurity is tackled in the nation.
Lalong also recalled how as Governor and Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum, he managed insecurity in Plateau State and within the Northern region with his colleagues.
Thereafter, the Senate President asked him to take a bow and leave the floor of the Senate.
Sunday Adam Jos
Former plateau state governor and Director general Tinubu/Shettima Campaign organisation Simon lalong name and 18 Others has been forwarded to the senate for screening as ministerial nomineesc
Chief of Staff to president Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Femi who forwarded the list to the national assembly
Ahmed Kwazo
Bosun Tijani
Dr Mariam Sheti
Isiak Salako
Tunji Alausa
Yusuf Tango
Adegboyega Oyetola
Atiku Bagudu
Bello Matawalle
Ibrahim Geidam
Simon Lalong
Lola John
Shuaibu Audu
Taheer Maman
Sen Aliyu Abdullahi
Sen Heineken Lopobiri
Sen Alkali Saheed
Ubah Ahmadu
Jisalo
Sunday Adam Jos
The Afizere Comunity has paid a solidarity visit to former Governor of Plateau State Rt. Hon. Simon Bako Lalong to appreciate him for all he did to emancipate the Izere nation during his tenure as Governor of the State.
The delegation which was Led by Mr. Azi Atu, President of the Afizere cultural and Community Association met with Governor Lalong at his Abuja residence.
The visitors said it was imperative to pay the solidarity visit and appreciate the former Governor particularly now that he was out of office over his immense contribution to the emancipation and development of the Izere Nation through the upliftment of their traditional institution as well as appointment of their sons and daughters into his administration.
They acknowledged that he did his best to transform Plateau State and leave his mark on critical sectors despite many challenges he faced, saying his legacies will continue to be remembered and celebrated.
They assured him that they will continue to pray for him and support him in future endeavours believing that the love he has for the Izere Nation and its people will not wane.
In his response, former Governor Lalong appreciated their visit which he said was a sign of true friendship particularly now that he is out of office.
He thanked them for support and encouragement during his term as Governor and said he will continue to embrace all people and ensure that they are emancipated in line with his philosophy of fairness, justice and equity.
The former Governor also asked them to continue to put the interest of the State above personal and sectional considerations because building Plateau is a task that transcends ethnic, religious and political affiliations.
There were Goodwill messages by Hon Luka Madaki, Amb Ibrahim Kassai, Hon Theresa Azi and Agwom Atang among others.
The former Secretary to the Government of Plateau State Prof. Danladi Abok Atu, former Speaker Joshua Madaki were among the delegation.
Sunday Adam
The newly screened and confirmed Chairman of the Plateau State Internal Revenue Service, Mr. Wayas Jim Pam has said he will put up his best to improve the revenue generation of the state upon resumption of office.
Mr. Pam stated this during his screening and subsequent confirmation on Friday at the Plateau State House of Assembly complex, CBN road Jos.
According to him, in a bid to address linkages in the revenue generation of the state, he will automate the entire revenue collections in the state.
” Every collection, in the sense that not only taxes but all the revenue that are accrued to the state government through the TSA would be automated. And that is what we are going to do and I hope his excellency will give us the entire backing so that we will achieve that based on our laws, the 2002 revenue law of the state ” he said.
During the screening, members of the Assembly scrutinized the appointee to assess his capability in handling the office of the Chief revenue officer of the state.
Mr. Pam proved his capacity by responding accurately in a manner that the members were convinced and asked him to take a bow and leave.
Speaker of the Assembly, Moses Sule threw the confirmation through a voice vote and the members unanimously confirmed the appointment of Mr. Wayas as the substantive Chairman of Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (PSIRS).
Mr. Wayas Jim Pam who hailed from Foron District of Barkin Ladi local government area is a chartered accountant with a specialization in taxes.
Before his appointment, he was a staff of the Federal Inland Revenue Service FIRS, where he promised to replicates what they are doing at the federal level in the state.
Former Plateau State Governor and Former Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum Simon Bako Lalong was among hundreds of guests who converged on St. Peter Clevers Catholic Church Demshin, Shendam LGA of Plateau State for the one year memorial service of late Prince Paeke Shapnaan Dongban, son of the President of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem.
Governor Lalong was joined at the memorial service by Governor of Benue State Rev. Fr. Alia, Governor of Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang, Governor of Ogun State Dapo Abiodun, Governor of Oyo State Seyi Makinde, Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State Dr. Emmanuel Akabe as well as former Governors of Kebbi, Atiku Bagudu, Jigawa Abubakar Badaru, Cross Rivers Ben Ayade, Rivers Nyesom Wike, Plateau Jonah Jang, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation Boss Mustapha, former FCT Minister Sen. Jeremiah Useni, Plateau APC Gubernatorial candidate Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda among others.
The memorial Mass was celebrated by the Catholic Bishop of Shendam Most Rev. Philip Dung who prayed God to continue to grant late Prince Shapnaan eternal rest and comfort his family.
Governors of Benue, Oyo and Plateau States in separate remarks urged the President of the Court of Appeal and her family to continue to be consoled by the fact that Prince Paeke Shapnaan left behind worthy legacies and served his generation well.
As part of immortalising the deceased, the DE BOSS Multipurpose Hall was commissioned by the Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Bashir Jamoh and other dignitaries to honour the late Prince Paeke.
Prince Shapnaan who was 38 years old before his sudden death in July 2022 was a Staff of NIMASA before his call to glory.
Sunday Adam Jos
At the end of the APC Stakeholders meeting of Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State, held on Friday July 21, 2023 at the NUT HALL, Baap, attended by the Executive and Legislative Councils, Party EXCO and Stakeholders from the 11 Federal Wards, the Local Government Area and the State resolved:
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Secretary to the Government of the Federation Senator George Akume says his support for the Plateau State APC family remains high as he will continue to work with stakeholders for the success of the party.
The SGF stated this when he received a delegation of APC stakeholders from Plateau State led by leader of the party, former Governor Simon Bako Lalong in his office in Abuja on Monday 17th July, 2023.
Akume while appreciating the Plateau APC delegation for the visit said it was heartwarming to know that Governor Lalong has continued to nurture and hold the APC family together even after leaving office.
He said having worked closely with the stakeholders over the years particularly with Governor Lalong with whom he shares close and warm working relationship, he has personal commitment to ensuring that the Plateau APC structure does not suffer any setback.
He also commended former Governor Lalong for his sagacity and commitment to the ideals of the APC which enabled him to successfully serve as the Director General of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council and also lead the party to victory.
Earlier, the leader of the delegation Governor Simon Lalong said they were in the office of the SGF on behalf of the APC family in Plateau State to congratulate him for his appointment and also assure him that he has the support of the people of Plateau State.
Lalong said the stakeholders were very elated that the appointment of the SGF who played a key role in the establishment of the APC fulfils one of the desires of the North Central Zone to be considered for critical positions in the Tinubu administration which they played a great role to actualise.
According to Governor Lalong, the APC family in Plateau State remains intact despite the setback in the last election. He said the party has a very strong case at the Tribunal and is optimistic of reclaiming its mandate when the tribunal completes its assignment.
He said though the APC has no intention of joining issues with the PDP, it has noted with disappointment the attempt to forcefully uproot the structures of the APC in the State through unconstitutional and illegal dissolution of elected Local Government Chairmen when their tenure subsists till 2024 among other infractions.
Lalong said the party will not allow that to happen but will continue to follow the rule of law and maintain peace in the face of all provocations as the APC has the interests of the people of Plateau State at heart.
He urged the SGF to ignore the activities of some elements within the Plateau APC family who severally worked against the party but have now converged to lobby for appointment.
Lalong also assured the SGF that the Plateau APC family is praying for him and will do everything possible to ensure that he succeeds in his assignment.
On the delegation was Chairman of the APC in Plateau State Hon. Rufus Bature, Plateau APC Gubernatorial candidate Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda and his running mate Hon. Pam Bot-Mang, national Assembly members led by Senator Diket Plang, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, and Hon. James Lalu, former Speaker Rt. Hon. Yakubu Sanda, minority leader House of Assembly Hon. Joe Bukar, Plateau ALGON led by Hon. Alex Naantuam, Former appointees, Members of the Plateau APC Elders Forum among others.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau Initiative for Development and Advancement of the Natives, PIDAN, the umbrella body of the 56 indigenous ethnic Nationalities in Plateau State is saddened by the resurgence of the circle of the daily annihilation of our people by some suspected Fulani herdsmen and Marchants of deaths; and the destabilization of the relative peace in Plateau State of late.
These resumed dastardly well coordinated acts, which started in Riyom, spreading to Bassa, Barkin Ladi and Bokkos, has now shifted it’s weapons of mass destruction to Mangu Local Government Area of the State.
In the attacks on Riyom, Bassa, Barkin Ladi and Bokkos, many lives were loss, property, farmlands and houses or villages were razed beyond recognition.
Not satisfied with it’s wicked plans, these heavily armed and trained sponsored militia have turned their arsenals on Mangu Local Government Area.
In their evil voyage, the assailants have invaded and in commodor manner attacked and ravaged about 52 villages in some 6 districts of the local government, where about 200 innocent people were killed, their homes, property and farmlands destroyed.
The districts mostly affected by the circle of annnniliation by the haters of the state in Mangu LGA include Bwai with 70 people killed; Kombun, 5; Mangu, 70; Panyam Branch, 22; Pushit, 17 and Kerang, 8. In their continued evil drive, these groups of people invaded and killed about 12 people over the weekend at Sabon Gari area of the same Local Government Area. These are corpses that have been recovered and buried, while others may have rotten, since there is no access to some areas.
We decided to go into these details to create an understanding of the ongoing massacre of our people and highlights the heinous acts meted on our innocent and defenceless brothers and sisters by these killers.
As at date, the magnitude of the damage these attacks have caused to the people cannot be quantified. Apart from the psycohlogical trauma the deaths and destruction they have caused, these once hardworking persons have been left without homes, farmlands and are turned into Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs.
While we call for quick rehabilitation of the affected, we appeal to both the State and Federal Governments to step up actions to salvage the current situation in Mangu, Riyom, Bassa, Bokkos and Barkin Ladi, as well as safeguard and secure the whole State.
Both Governments should move beyond press statements to taking the bold steps of arresting and taking appropriate actions against all those found to be involved in these ungodly acts.
We commend the GOC, 3 Armoured Division, for relocating his base to the troubled Mangu LGA, and urge him to go full blast after the perpetrators and their sponsors. They should also trace their hideouts , bases and destroy same.
While we sympathize with the affected, PIDAN is appealing to all the citizens of the state to take these attacks as collective, and should therefore be of assistance and ready to defend whoever is affected. Injury to one is injury to all of us.We should bury our respective divides and join forces to fight the common enemy.
We should strengthen our community defense mechanisms and be on the alert. We should learn to question and report suspicious persons and movements; and should avoid harbouring unknown persons and of questionable characters/backgrounds.
We appeal to the Plateau State Government to empower the traditional institution to register and have the power to sent away people, they suspect have dubious motives.
We further appeal to the State Government to lias with the Federal Government to find ways to strengthen Operation Rainbow beyond it’s present level, for more effective performance and or output.
While PIDAN sympathizes and consoles with the Government and affected, we say enough is enough, and call on our people to rise up to the occasion of defending our God given land, and return it to the home Depot of PEACE and TOURISM slogan, by reporting appropriately any suspicious persons, moves or actions they notice.
Finally, we are aware of the antics of some unpatriotic elements, whose stock is to create falsehood and deride constituted authorities. We are particularly irked by the actions and comments of the Secretary of Miyiti Allah Association of Mangu LGA, one Muhammed Salihu Musa, where he not only spread falsehood but the already tensed situation in Mangu. He also tried to drag the innocence of His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang and the image of our well organized Security Outfit, Operation Rainbow, to the mud.
We call on the security agencies to arrest him to substantiate his claims.
Sunday Adam Jos
Lagos Area Office Manager of National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA),Engr.Dr Mrs Lara Sarat Braimah;North East Zonal head of the First City Monumental Bank(FCMB),Dr.Bala Baba Ma’aji and His Royal Majesty King Amb. Dr Appollos Chu, the One Eh Eta Nchia X of Eleme Kingdom & the Emere Egbere of Kokori Kingdom,Eleme Rivers State are the leading eminent professionals that are listed for the appointment as professorial chairs of the Triune Biblical University Global Extension New YORK USA. The choice of these Nigerians for this recognition is anchored on their track records in service to humanity and professionalism in their chosen career.According to Professor Adeleke Daniel Durojaiye, president of Triune Biblical University Global Extension New YORK USA, “these Nigerians are rare bred professionals that deserve this global recognition;they have created a niche for themselves in their professional career spanning from the maritime industry,banking and administration; they will all be decorated and be celebrated at the University of Lagos later this month,”the president stated.
First Lady of Kwara State and wife of the Executive governor Her Excellency
Amb.Dr.Mrs Olufolake Abdulrazaq will be the Special Guest at this Summit and also a recipient of the prestigious Leadtimes Africa First Lady of the Year Award for Innovation & Strategic Leadership in Governance as Speaker of Ekiti State House of Assembly,Rt.Hon. Olabunmi Adelugba will be honored with doctor of public Policy and Administration (honoris causa) of Prowess University Delaware, USA while His Royal Highness Oba (Barr) Rufus Olarewaju Ajayi, Arilewolo Obagboja 11,Oba of Gbomina- Ekiti Tapa Kingdom is expected to bag doctor of International Law and Diplomacy(honoris causa) of Triune Biblical University Global Extension New York USA.Other Nigerian business class and professionals that are primed for honor at this occasion include the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Trade & Tech Group, Engr. Abubakar Sadiq Mustapha;Managing Director/CEO of Navitas Realities Ltd, Mr Ibeh Damian-Mary Okezie; CEO of C.J.Oil Nig. Ltd, Port Harcourt, Mr Chinedu Jude Franklin Oparah; and Mr Durodola Omolewa Kuteyi, Managing Director/CEO of Spetra Industry Nig. Ltd. Two prominent Nigerians in diaspora including Chief Jones Iheanacho,Deputy Igbo Leader of Misebo,Cotonou in Benin Republic and Chief Raphael Onyenibe,Chairman of Delta State Community in Benin Republic are all listed for honorary doctorate degree awards of TBUGLEX-USA.
D.I.G Udom Udo Ekpoudom OON and Chairman, Board of Governors, Tower of Ivory Schools will bag honorary degree in Risk and Security Management of Prowess University,Delaware, USA. Two council Chairmen of Lagos State including Hon. Alhaji Monsurudeen Oloyode Bello of Ejigbo LCDA and his Ayobo- Ipaja counterpart Hon. Chief Mrs Bola Shobowale, will also be honored at the University of Lagos,among others. Also in the roll-call of honor are Mrs Edith Igidimba,a consultant at Blue Brain Services Limited; CEO of Cynergy Platforms Limited,Mr Adeyemi Adewuyi; and Chairman of ICAN, Onitsha District Society, Okeke Uchenna Emmanuel as well as Anita Natacha Akide,a renowned TV Star Personality.Permanent secretary in Lagos State Ministry of Transport, Engr. Gbolahon Toriola is listed for Doctor of Engineering Management (honoris causa) of TBUGLEX-USA.
Former Commander of Signal Corps,Nigeria Army and immediate past Nigeria’s envoy to the Holy See( Vatican) is expected to deliver a lecture at the summit titled:Ethno-Religious Harmony Engendered by Good Governance- Precursors To Peace and Sustainable Development in Africa.
Professor Mshelia on reason why Kwara state First Lady should be honoured, ” Her Excellency Amb. Dr. Mrs Olufolake Abdulrazaq, First Lady of Kwara State and Founder of Ajike People Support Centre has introduced strategic innovation in governance as she makes life more meaningful for the most vulnerable, less privileged, the elderly, widows, orphans, girl-child, etc through her NGO- Ajike People Support Centre that has impacted positively on the lives of the downtrodden including her women Empowerment initiatives in the last four years of the administration of Governor
Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq.This award will spur the First Lady to do more for the good people of Kwara state in this second tenure of her husband, ‘ Mshelia stated.
Professor Buba S. Mshelia, chairman of Advisory Board of Leadtimes Africa Magazine,co- convener explained why Ekiti Speaker should be honored:”being the first female speaker in the state since it’s creation, before her emergence as speaker,she had worked diligently in several strategic positions within and outside the state with over twenty years of professional experience in auditing,corporate advisory services and financial consultancy;she has impacted positively on the people of Ekiti served as Special Adviser to Ekiti state government on Revenue Matters;pioneer Commissioner for Labour & Human Capital Development;chief Whip,and then first term-member as the first female Speaker;she has also set up empowerment program through entrepreneurial initiatives for the good people of Emure state constituency where he represents apart from her contributions to the educational development through building of class rooms for the people;as former House Committee Chairman on Finance and Appropriation, she exhibits high level of fiscal discipline associated with transparency and accountability in the management of public funds.All of these and other indices that have influenced this recognition”. “Selection of nominees for the honorary doctorate awards by the two US-based institutions were based principally on their past and present feats attained by these individuals;all nominees were thoroughly investigated independently and transparently and were recommended through our researchers.we further aggregated the various recommendations made on them by their constituents, the media, opinion moulders and other stakeholders in the leadership cycle”.
Professor Prince Eze C. Nwauba is the African Representative of Prowess University and also doubles as the Registrar/CEO of the Institute of Arts Management & Professional Studies (IAMPS) while Professor Adeleke Daniel Durojaiye, President of Triune Biblical University Extension, New York, USA in conjunction with Leadtimes Africa Magazine serve as chief hosts for the occasion.
Other nominees include Managing Director/CEO of FON APPLE Integrated Services Ltd, Mr Onyemen Ndubuisi Frank; Saheed Akorode Aminu, CEO of Onile Ayo Homes & Properties Nigeria Ltd;Archbishop Leonard Kwas, General Overseer of World Harvest Ministry Inc are among the awardees.Others are Mr Afam Emmanuel Okey, Deputy Managing Director of Brawal Oil Services Limited;Special Adviser to Ogun State Governor on Inter-Ethnic Relations, Prince Hadi Sani;Alhaji Abdullahi Shuaibu, patron;Alhaji Sagiru Yusuf, General Manager of Atagi General Enterprises;Annabel Kamuche, Group Managing Director of NICERT and Mrs Greg Cynthia, Managing Director/CEO of Safety Signatures Limited. The founder/CEO of Osayuwamen Saleh Foundation International (OSFI), Osayuwamen Peace Saleh is among the awardees.
Sunday Adam Jos
Senator Napoleon Bali Move the Motion for Operation of Military Forces in the Night to Tackle Insecurity in Nigeria
The Senator Representing Plateau South Senatorial District, AVM Napoleon Bali has Moved the Motion to encourage Military Forces to operate in the night to tackle insecurity challenges in Plateau, Benue, Nasarawa, Kaduna and other parts of the Country .
Senator Bali, a retired Air Vice Marshall (AVM) in the Nigerian Airforce, has Moved the Motion to encourage Military forces to operate in the night in combating insurgents in Nigeria. He made the called during plenary session of the Senate, presided by the Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday 5th July, 2023. Senator Bali explained that there are strategies to explore in collaboration with Service Chiefs for tackling insecurity challenges in Nigeria. He expressed displeasure over killing and losses of innocent citizens by bandits. Senator Bali said efforts should made to Collaborate with Service Chiefs to work out modalities in tackling security challenges in Nigeria.
According to Senator Bali, Senators should make collaboration efforts with the Executive arms of government to ensure all necessary support are given to Military personnel to operate in the night.
Senator Bali also called for a General Planning Operation Clearance all over the country simultaneously in Armed Forces for sometime.
“We must encourage Military personnel to start operating in the night and also plan how to protect them too”.
Senator Bali, offered to bring out strategies in tackling insecurity in Nigeria particularly Plateau State.
Responding, distinguished Senate President thanked Senator Bali for bringing out viable suggestions for the Senate to help secure the country.
Sunday Adam Jos
Former Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong on Monday 3rd July 2023 visited Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa Abuja.
The Vice President warmly received Governor Simon Lalong and rekindled his fraternity and friendship with him over the years.
The two later held a closed door meeting details of which were not disclosed.
It would be recalled that Governor Lalong took over as the Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum from Vice President Kashim Shettima after his tenure as Borno State Governor.
The two also worked closely during recent General elections where Governor Lalong spearhead the campaign for Tinubu/Shettima as Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council that returned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Senator Kashim Shettima elected.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Director of press and public affairs to plateau state governor Gyang Bere has pledged to Collaborate with Journalist on the plateau to move the state forward
Gyang Bere disclosed this in Jos the plateau state capital during a Courtesy call by the executives of the Correspondence Chapel led by the Acting Chairman Douglas Francis in his office expressed his delight with the visit of the executive of correspondent chapel were he led as chairman before his appointment as director of press and public affairs
According to him his top most priority as press director is collaborate with the media been forth estate of the realm and his immediate constituency
Further appealed to the media always reach out to him for information that will help in promoting and projecting governor Caleb Mutfwang administration as steps are on ground to visit various media houses for synergy and corporations.
Acting Chairman of the Chapel Douglas Francis assured the director of press of the chapels corporation promising him the chapel will give him the minimum corporation to succeed while pledging it’s commitment to a healthy working relationship
The chairman also appealed to the director of press to support the chapel as it’s elections are around the corner, welfare of members among others things that will help and improve the chapel
He also pleaded with the director for government’s support as it carries out its activities
Highlight of the visit include presentation of a huge Congratutory card to the director Gyang bere and ground photographs with executives of the chapel.
Sunday Adam Jos
PLSG denies approaching Jaiz Bank for N15bn loan
The Plateau State Government has denied rumors making the rounds that it has approached Jaiz Bank for the purpose of obtaining a loan of N15 billion.
According to the government, it has instead approached the United Bank for Africa (UBA) to procure a loan of 15 billion naira.
It explained that the loan being processed was to be used to settle the 11.5 billion naira salary backlog accumulated by the previous administration.
The government added that the balance would be used to procure fertilizer for farmers for the current farming season.
It said that the government’s decision became necessary because the Mutfwang administration was pragmatic and wished to fulfill its campaign promises to civil servants and farmers in the State.
The government in a statement issued on Thursday in Jos by Mr Nuhu Abok, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Legislative Duties, therefore, urged the public to disregard social media reports claiming that the state government was already processing such a loan from Jaiz Bank.
The statement reads in full below:
DISREGARD SOCIAL MEDIA ASPERSIONS, STATE GOVERNMENT IS PROCESSING LOAN FROM UBA NOT
Dear people of Plateau, with no prejudice against any bank operating in the State, but in order to set the record straight. It has become apparent that our citizens need to be enlighten once again regards to activities of a Government of which they voted in not long ago. To uphold the love and trust of the people, the Mutfwang administration is on toes to delivering such desired/expected changes and to drive progress in Plateau.
May I therefore call on our spirited loving people to please disregard all assumptions, aspersions, impediments and unsubstantiated folklores going round the streets and social media platforms that the state Government is contracting the JAIZ Bank in whatever form, because the State Government has not, is not engage in any form of negotiation or contract with JAIZ Bank at present.
The Government have instead, approached the United Bank for Africa (UBA) seeking to procure a loan amounted to about 15 billion naira only. This loan being processed is to be used to settle the 11.5 billion naira salary backlog as accumulated by the previous administration and the rest will be used for procurement of fertilizer for farmers.
The above action becomes necessary because the Mutfwang administration is pragmatic and wishes to fulfill it’s campaign promises to civil servants and farmers in the State.
Sunday Adam Jos
The newly appointed Officers are:
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police, Advisers, Comptroller-General of Customs from Service as well as their replacements with immediate effect.
Below are the list of the newly appointments
S/N NAME APPOINTMENTS
1 Mallam Nuhu Ribadu National Security Adviser
2 Maj. Gen. C.G Musa Chief of Defence Staff
3 Maj. T. A Lagbaja Chief of Army Staff
4 Rear Admirral E. A Ogalla Chief of Naval Staff
5 AVM H.B Abubakar Chief of Air Staff
6 DIG Kayode Egbetokun Acting Inspector-General of Police
7 Maj. Gen. EPA Undiandeye Chief of Defense Intelligence
Mr President has also approved the following appointments:
S/N NAME APPOINTMENTS
1 Col. Adebisi Onasanya Brigade of Guards Commander
2 Lt. Col. Moshood Abiodun Yusuf 7 Guards Battalion, Asokoro, Abuja
3 Lt. Col. Auwalu Baba Inuwa 1 77, Guards Battalion, Keffi, Nasarawa State
4 Lt. Col. Mohammed J. Abdulkarim 102 Guards Battalion, Suleja, Niger
5 Lt. Col. Olumide A. Akingbesote 176 Guards Battalion, Gwagwalada, Abuja
Sunday Adam Jos
Immediate past Executive Chairman of Jos North Local Government Area, Shehu Bala and a group known as Transparency and Accountability Initiative are in verbal combat over alleged diversion of over N250,993,134 from the Council account between January and February, 2023.
Transparency Accountability Initiative made the revelation on last Wednesday after what it called a thorough investigation of the financial records of the Council.
Following it’s investigation, it alleged that some of the funds were paid to some selective councillors who are considered loyal to the former Chairman while some were said to have been disbursed to contractors without evidence of work.
According to the group, there are no documents supporting the procedure for the award of contracts; contracts were not done in accordance with procedures and there are discrepancies with regards to contract sum quotes in the summary sheet bank account statement and budgetary provision.
They claimed, for example, that KEGA MOTORs LTD supplied six vehicles to Jos North LGA at N60,940,500.00 on 15/02/2023 and got paid completely as submitted in the contract summary for Jos North.
The report shows that the first tranche of payment of the contract was in the sum of N25, 000, 317.50 on the 31/01/2023. The total amount paid to KEGA MOTORS LTD is N52,052,317.50.
They observed that the line items in the budget estimate for 2023 was full of repetition suggesting fraudulence. One of the budget item with some economic code appears several times with different estimates.
Also, there was transfer of N10,000,000 from UBA, Jos North office overhead to capital without overhead availing evidence as well as multiple payment into one CECELIA Azi from overhead account proper definition.
“It was based on some of these allegations that the former Jos North Chairman, Shehu Bala and his counterparts across the 17 Local Government Areas refused to submit themselves for investigation by Plateau State House of Assembly that led to their suspension in Office,” the group said
In a swift reaction, Shehu Bala Usman on Sunday described as unfunded and baseless allegations that he embezzled funds over 250 million from the council’s coffers between January and February this year. He described the group Transparency, Accountability
and Initiative, as faceless.
The former Chairman, noted that, the allegation as the figment of the imagination of the authors who are working in cohorts with his detractors who to tarnish his image.
According to the chairman all documents relating to the award of contracts are usually go through due diligence and are executed according to specifications by the legislature during their oversight functions.
He said the contract awarded to Kega Motors Limited for the supply of six cars followed due process as the motors were supplied and the supplier paid as enshrined in the contract entered into by the two parties
On the allegation of the 2023 budget which is riddled with repetitions suggesting fraud, the chairman noted that, ” that’s false due to the fact that the document passed through the legislative arm of the council which always undergoes scrutiny by the Plateau State House of Assembly before passing it for execution to the executive arm of the Council.’
“T’he transfer of ten million naira from the UBA overhead account to the duo of Ishaya Atu and Cecilia Azi without proper definition is unfounded as every transaction betweent he council and the bank is appropriately captured, followed due process and well documented.
Usman wondered “why a busy-body, faceless group will make spurious allegations when the authority mandated by law has never at any point in time, invited him for any explanation.”
“Allegations by the Transparency , Accountability and Initiative group that these are some of the accusations levelled against the Jos North Council Chairman and his counterparts across the state clearly indicates that the faceless group is doing the bidding of its paymasters.
He advised the “so-called Transparency, Accountability Initiative not to delve into issues that they are not sufficiently familiar with, as the Shehu Bala Usman led administration is running an open and transparent government which has received awards and commendations for been exemplary in its conduct.”
Sunday Adam Jos
Former Governor of Akwa Ibom State who also served and the former Minister for Niger Delta Affairs from 2019 to 2022, Senator Godswill Akpabio CON the Senator representing Akwa Ibom North-West has emerged the Senate President of the 10th Senate.
He pulled 63 Votes to defeat his opponent, Sen. Abdulaziz Yari the former Governor of Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West who scored 46 Votes.
Sen. Akpabio was earlier nominated by Sen. Ali Ndume while Sen. Yari was nominated by Sen. Elisha Abbo
While senator barau emerged deputy senate President
Sunday Adam Jos
In furtherance of his resolve to run a responsive and people-centered government, the Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has approved the following appointments:
Kundang has held several professional and political responsibilities among which are, Secretary to Riyom Local Government Council; Member of Riyom PDP critical stakeholders, Member, Council of Nigeria Mining Engineers and Geoscientists (COMEG); Corporate Member, of Nigeria Mining & Geosciences Society (NMGS) and Member, National Association of Hydrogeologist (NAH) among others.
He is also a businessman who has traveled far and wide.
Sunday Adam Jos
Following the mass invasions of Communities and villages of Riyom and Barkin Ladi LGAs, Plateau State, twenty one (21) persons have been reportedly killed, many injured and over 40 houses razed down shortly after Sunday Service by fulani militias and their cohorts on Sunday, 11th June, 2023.
Places attacked include Rim, Jol, Kwi and Tashek of Riyom LGA as well as Gana-Ropp Community in Barkin Ladi LGA.
According to information gathered, two (2) persons were killed in Rim Community, six (6) in Jol, Eleven (11) in Kwi while a Clegy, Rev. Nichodemus Kim and son were killed in Gana-Ropp Barkin Ladi LGA.
The shocking fact about the attacks on Rim, Jol and Kwi as well as Tashek were simultaneously carried out by over Two Thousand armed Militias who hailed from Fass, Guava, Rankum (Mahanga) and Bangai of Riyom LGA between the hours of 2pm and 8:00pm.
The sophistry of their weapons incomparably overpowered the Vigilante in Kwi, thereby resulting to the complete burnt done of Hei-gwe village and over a hundred farmlands destroyed.
It is with great concern that these Communities especially, Rim, Jol and Kwi have come under several attacks in the last two weeks. Perplexingly, Sunday’s attack went on for hours, overstretching the inadequate personnel of Sector 6 of Operation Safe Haven-OPSH in their rapid response.
More worrisome is the fact that Mahanga and Fass which are the base of those terrorising these Communities are known, yet, no drastic measures have been made by the appropriate authorities concerned to deradicalize the yet-to-be declared terrorist enclaves.
This has left us with concerns and questions as to whether or not Federal Security can nip the ongoing genocide in the bud since that is Government primary responsibility of safeguarding lives and property.
The BYM under the leadership of Solomon Dalyop Mwantiri, Esq. hereby condemns the coordinated attacks and other forms of provocation meted out on innocent persons of Plateau since after the 2023 General Elections.
We therefore call on the new administration both at Federal and State levels to, as a matter of urgency, rise up to the occasion with new strategies to address the security situation in the country and particularly, Plateau State so as to forestall further degenerative tendencies of the said Fulani militias that have heavily infiltrated the State and its environs..
Security personnel must also wake up to their statutory responsibility to safeguard lives and property.
The BYM equally call on the Berom nation to remain calm and law abiding in all these, but must explore every avenue to defend our Communities as we cannot sit and watch while being killed one after another.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau state Governor Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has approved the appointment of Brigadier General Gakji Goshwe Shipi (Rtd) as Security Adviser and Homeland Safety.
A statement by Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor said the appointment was in line with Mutfwang’s determination to unite, secure and rebuild Plateau State.
According to the statement, General Shipi is an Alumnus of the prestigious United States Army War College and a highly decorated veteran of several military operations in and outside Nigeria.
It further stated that until his appointment, Gen. Shipi was teaching Security Studies and Strategy at the prestigious National War College Abuja.
The statement added that he is expected to bring his wealth of experience to bear in his new assignment by piloting and implementing the security dimension of the governance vision of Governor Caleb Mutfwang for a stable and prosperous Plateau.
Sunday Adam Jos
Our attention has been drawn to a fictitious statement purportedly written by the enemies of Plateau State and credited to the office of the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of the State, His Excellency, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang.
The fictitious and unfounded misinformation alleges that His Excellency, Governor Caleb Mutfwang has approved the suspension and dissolution of all WhatsApp groups that discuss political activities in the state.
It has therefore become very expedient for us to dispel this misleading and malicious statement aimed at causing disaffection among the citizens.
Government has never and will not contemplate or take such action that infringes on the fundamental rights of citizens.
We wish to reiterate that Governor Caleb Mutfwang, who is a seasoned Legal Luminary, believes in the rule of law and Freedom of Information as enshrined in the freedom of Information Act, that makes public records and information available for public accessibility.
The administration has promised to be open and transparent in governance and has nothing to hide to warrant such alleged action.
We urge members of the public to ignore such statement as it was concocted by mischief makers aimed at misleading members of the public.
Security agencies are therefore asked to beam their searchlight on those behind the misleading statement and make them face the full wrath of the law.
Gyang Bere
Director of Press and Public Affairs to
Executive Governor of Plateau State.
10th June, 2023.
The Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has appoint Transition Committee Chairmen for the Seventeen Local Government Councils of the state.
Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, read the governor’s communication with names of the Interim Transition Committee Chairmen for all the local government Councils during plenary today.
According to him former Chairmen of Shendam ,mikang,Pankshin, bokkos and Jos south were among those returned to serve as interim chairmen while rest are new ones but have strong political inclination to the Rulling party PDP.
More underway.
Sunday Adam Jos
The plateau state House of assembly has confirmed the appointment of former deputy speaker in the plateau state House of assembly and former member representing Shendam ,mikang and Quan pan federal Constituency Johnbul shekerau as the chairman of the state service commission
The speaker while confirming the names said the governor haven forwarded the names said with the expiration of the tenure of the former board members the need to fill the vacum created by thier exist necessecited this request
Other members of the commission include sanisu Yusuf Nyam from Jos East,danfu Moses faanap from Langtang south ,mafenf Gyang davou from Jos south ,maly Martin from Bokkos and currently member representing Shendam state constituency livinus James as a member
Sunday Adam Jos
Heavy rain have wished away the Shendam – Ajikimai road constructed by former governor Simon Lalong less than few weeks after Rulling the state for 8 years as a governor Details soon
The Plateau State House of Assembly has approved the request of the Executive Governor of the State, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang to appoint 15 Aides.
The approval followed reading of the governor’s request letter by the Speaker of the state assembly, Abok Ayuba during plenary at the Assembly complex today.
The governor’s letter seeks approval to appoint 15 Aides who will assist him in the discharge of his responsibility inorder to deliver his mandate.
The members unanimously approved the request, noting that names of persons to be appointed were not contained in the governor’s letter.
During the plenary, member representing Jos South state constituency, Fom Gwattson moved a motion under matter of urgent public importance, calling on the House to mandate the Commander, Operation Safe Heaven to produce one of its personnel, who shot and killed one Kenneth Gyang at Mararaban Jamma’a in Jos South local government area of the state on Monday this week.
The motion was seconded by Philip Dasun, member representing Pankshin North state constituency.
While calling on the Commander to produce the personnel, the members also cautioned civilians not to exchange words with security personnel at every slight provocation.
Sunday Adam Jos
A former Comptroller of Customs Service and All Progressive Congress governorship Aspirant in Plateau state David Victor Dimka has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the appointment of former Governor of Benue state Senator George Akume as Secretary to the Government, Gbajabiamila as Chief of Staff and Nuhu Ribadu as National Security Adviser.
Dimka also commended President Tinubu for appointing Speaker House of Representatives Femi Gbajabiamila as Chief of Staff and as well former EFCC Boss Nuhu Ribadu as NSA .
Dimka in an interview with Daily Independent on Tuesday in Jos on the appointment of these key principal officers to the President and federal Government, said with these appointments, President Tinubu administration has hit the ground running.
Dimka hinted that the appointment of George Akume as SGF from Benue state in North Central geo political zone should be commended and appreciated by his kinsmen, the people of Benue state and the people of Benue and Nigeria as a whole.
He commended President Tinubu for putting the right peg in the right hole.
Dimka added that President Tinubu made the right choice, considering the pedigree of Senator George Akume as a an astitute administrator who rose through the ranks to become permanent secretary Government House in Benue state
Dimka stressed that Akume later in life rose to become Governor of Benue state and Senator of the federal Republic and Minister Of Special duty Under the administration of the immediate past President of Nigeria Mohammadu Buhari.
He also commended President Tinubu for the appointment of speaker Femi Gbajabiamila as his Chief of Staff.
Dimka describes Speaker Gbajabiamila as the right man for the Job .
He noted that Gbajabiamila has made his mark at National Assembly having held the position of House leader at House of Representatives in 2015 till 2019 and eventually got the seat of speaker House of the Representatives and Chief of Staff to President .
According to him, Gbajabiamila would by the grace of God perform credibility well in directing the affairs in the office of President Tinubu a right .
Dimka added that the appointment of Nuhu Ribadu as National Security Adviser (NSA) was done on merit by Mr Tinubu.
According to him, Ribadu days in EFCC bears him
testimony that if given the right job, he would perform wonderfully well in this new assignment.
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Sunday Adam Jos
A Langtang high Court has dismissed the suit filed by the embattled Chairman of Langtang north local government area Bitrus Zulfa involving zenith Bank plc for freezing the council accounts in August 2022 denying him access to the accounts to enable him pay staff salaries and other related matters in the council ds
Honourable Justice J D Longden while delivering judgement in the matter dismissed the case said the embatteld chairman had no right to claim the authentic signatory to the account when he was not the elected council chairman and as such cannot be granted access to the council account
He said zenith bank plc were the council funds are kept cannot in the first place deal with bitrus zulfa because he was never the council chairman
The suspended chairman of Langtang north local government area have been granted access to the accounts of the local government area having been recognised as the authentic chairman of the council
It would be recalled Council Chairman joshua laven ubandona who had initially filed an action against Zenith bank in August 2022 challenging the restriction of the Langtang north account in its custody.
Joshua Ubandoma filed a motion to be joined as a party which was granted.
The court in upholding the objection of the 2nd defendant(Joshua laven Ubandoma) and in dismissing the suit held that the 1st defendant(zenith bank)was right in restricting the account and it is only Joshua laven Ubandoma that has access to the said account.
Investigations reveal that the court which is the last hope of the common man has once again proved that Joshua laven ubandona remains the authentic chairman of Langtang north local government area have been elected the council chairman but was not sworn in by the then all progressives Congress APC led adminstration of Simon lalong but after a genuine court judgement was sworn in year after his colleagues.
However two years into his tenure the plateau state independent Electoral Commission went ahead to conduct local government elections despite court judgements saying there was no vacancy in the council, this election produced the embatteld Bitrus Zulfa as chairman ,”again l want to court and get a judgement which the then APC led adminstration refuse to honour and l believe that with this judgement it has put to rest the lingering crisis that have rocked and denied Langtang north democratic dividends.
Sunday Adam Jos
(House of Assembly Complex, JD Gomwalk Rd, Jos — Plateau Local Government Structures Suspension, PLHA Deserves Commendation Not Vilification)
5th June, 2023.
I read with concern, the Plateau APC’s unwarranted attack on the Plateau State House of Assembly, particularly the Speaker, Rt Hon Abok Nuhu Ayuba in it’s latest press conference supposedly held at the party’s office in Jos. The released would ordinarily not have elicited a response if not for the need to set the records straight.
Though the suspension was necessarily, and unavoidably due to the declined in relevance and administrative Impropriety evinced by the Local Government Council’s financial dealings under counseling of the APC, the mastermind have chosen to single out the State Assembly and particularly the Speaker as subjects for attack in its attempt to cover for the party and it’s former Rescue Administration’s gigantic failures and gross financial irregularities while in power. Be rest assure that the House of Assembly under the leadership of Speaker Abok have began and shall continue to unearth all irregularities carried out by the past APC led administration, made manifest to Plateau and forward them to appropriate financial anti corruption agencies for proper prosecution.
Now what offense, if I may ask, has the House of Assembly committed or omitted to deserve such unwarranted bullying and blackmailing by the opposition? By the APC’s admission, the offense of the House of Assembly has since from the past administration being the boldness of the Legislature to speaking and acting the Plateau interest regardless of whose ox it stamped, the Assembly’s quest to restoring good governance and now, it’s attempt to reshaping the Local Government administrative structures in Plateau State.
It is baffling, that such a robust action in defense of Plateau Commonwealth and accountability in the grassroots administration should anger a party which is also a product and benefactor of the State creation, it is indeed strange. Yes, the APC in Plateau have the leverage to cry, miss, wail, and to expressed it’s displeasures repeatedly over the dismembership of the Speaker and his teaming young political foot soldiers from its fold, but the party must again come to the realization that Abok has since resigned and have now settle-in comfortably with the most widely accepted political party in Plateau (the PDP), Abok has cloth himself with the will to performing and completing his oath of allegiance, outright duties to Plateau State first.
Following the APC’s utterances and defenses for a while have given me a clear picture of it’s State of consciousness, in my understanding, the APC is assuming that by the virtue of the Speaker haven left the party, he has also, however, forfeited his fundamental rights of leading the State Legislative Arm and the right to acting on issues of interest to Plateau State.
The opposition’s attempt to strip the House of Assembly of it’s constitutional powers of oversight instead, especially over the Local Government’s, in championing the course of Plateau because it is seriously affected by these changes is an aberration. That it’s selected imposed LG structures have fell out of place and can no longer remit financial commitment to their individual treasuries, the APC in Plateau have been rendered totally illogical. But the House of Assembly by carrying out it’s oversight functions on suspending the Local Government Structures in the State was trying to communicate the Plateau citizens that not only at the State level, our Local Governments also must begin to function for good and begin to account for every single penny.
Contrary to the APC’s claims, there is nothing hypocritical or selfish about the recommendations of the House of Assembly and the prompt action taken by the State Government to effectively execute the Assembly’s recommendation regards to the suspension of the Local Government Structures. It is pathetic and regrettable that instead of joining other millions of Plateau citizens in appreciating the patriotic action of the State Assembly and the new State leadership role in restructuring the Local Government Council’s in Plateau State, the APC has chosen to interpret otherwise.
May I finally, hereby State it clear again, I had in the past severally alleged to the APC in clear terms, since the inception of happenings in the State House of Assembly that Abok will return as Speaker and that he will preside over plenaries, restore the dignity and sanctity of the State Legislative Arm, make Plateau work again, and that he shall preside over the valedictory session of the 9th Assembly and handover to the 10th Assembly. Kudus to the vision of the Greener Plateau Administration and so shall Plateau continue to prosper under the chilling shade of the green umbrella.y
Sunday Adam Jos
A Langtang high Court seating in Langtang has dismissed the suit filed by the embattled Chairman of Langtang north local government area Bitrus Zulfa involving zenith Bank plc for freezing the council accounts in August 2022 denying him access to the accounts to enable him pay staff salaries and other related matters in the council while demanding demages of 200 million naira.
Honourable Justice J D Longden while delivering judgement in the matter dismissed the case said the embatteld chairman had no right to claim the authentic signatory to the account when he was not the elected council chairman and as such cannot be granted access to the council account
He said zenith bank plc were the council funds are kept cannot in the first place deal with bitrus zulfa because he was never the council chairman
The suspended chairman of Langtang north local government area have been granted access to the accounts of the local government area having been recognised as the authentic chairman of the council
It would be recalled Council Chairman joshua laven ubandona who had initially filed an action against Zenith bank in August 2022 challenging the restriction of the Langtang north account in its custody.
Joshua Ubandoma filed a motion to be joined as a party which was granted.
The court in upholding the objection of the 2nd defendant(Joshua laven Ubandoma) and in dismissing the suit held that the 1st defendant(zenith bank)was right in restricting the account and it is only Joshua laven Ubandoma that has access to the said account.
Joshua laven ubandona while speaking to journalist said again the court which is the last hope of the common man has once again proved that he remains the authentic chairman of Langtang north local government area have been elected the council chairman but was not sworn in by the then all progressives Congress APC led adminstration of Simon lalong but after a genuine court judgement was sworn in year after his colleagues.
However two years into his tenure the plateau state independent Electoral Commission went ahead to conduct local government elections despite court judgements saying there was no vacancy in the council, this election produced the embatteld Bitrus Zulfa as chairman ,”again l want to court and get a judgement which the then APC led adminstration refuse to honour and l believe that with this judgement it has put to rest the lingering crisis that have rocked and denied Langtang north democratic dividends.
Sunday Adam Jos
…as Bauchi, Rivers Governors emerges Chairman, Vice Chairman PDP Governors’ Forum
The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has offered suggestions on how to resolve the prolonged bickerings within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) at the National level.
Barr. Mutfwang made the suggestion at a question directed to him on how he resolved the crisis in the Plateau State chapter of the party during a retreat for elected officials of the party, held at the New Banquet Hall, Government House, Bauchi State.
The Governor, who leveraged on the Plateau experience that culminated in the overwhelming victory of the party at the just concluded Governorship election in the state, insisted that leaders must walk their talk and be level-headed in dealing with other party faithful.
Barr. Mutfwang who gave a step- by -step explanation on how the party was able to galvanize and build confidence on aggrieved members of the party in Plateau State, said a lot was achieved through dialogue and sincerity of purpose.
“What we did on the Plateau was that, we reached out to critical leaders within the party. We tried to break barriers which required a great deal of humility because some of those leaders where quite difficult.
“But we humbled ourselves, build bridges of peace, engaged in dialogue and most of the times, we got others involved in trying to make sure that everyone came on board. Of course, we didn’t have hundred percent success, some still remained recalcitrant but we maintained our focus and we were able to gather the rank and file of the party behind us as we went into the elections.
“There was alot of give and take and we must be willing to humble ourselves and walk the talk and put aside our egos; because the fight sometimes is all about ego, and if we are able to put aside our egos, we can get alot of milestones in this reconciliatory process.
“I urge the party to set up the machinery and identify leaders who will be able to have the level-headedness to lead the party to the discussion table”, he submitted.
Former Vice President and Presidential Candidate of the PDP in the 2023 General Elections, Alh. Atiku Abubakar preached peace and unity in the party.
Atiku sued for harmonious working relationship between the legislature and the Governors to build a formidable and united party.
Governor of Bauchi State, Sen. Bala Mohammad, emerged the Chairman of the PDP Governor’s Forum and would be assisted by the Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara.
He described his emergence as an honour to him and the people of Bauchi and the North East, saying everything possible would be done to bring back the party to government.
All PDP Governors were in attendance with few representatives, while Senators-Elect for Plateau North, Simon Mwadkwon and Plateau South. Napoleon Bali were present at the retreat.
Members of of the House of Representatives present from Plateau included, Hon. Beni Lar, Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos, while House of Reps-members elect are Hon. Musa Agah, Hon. Ibrahim Peter Gyendeng, and Hon. Isaac Kwallu.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang is in receipt of a correspondent from the Plateau State House of Assembly vide letter Ref No S/PLHA/ADM/124/VOL.VI/XXX dated 1st June, 2023 recommending the suspension of the Seventeen (17) Local Government Areas Chairmen.
The recommendation for the suspension was based on their inability to make available records of their income and expenditure to the house.
In the light of the foregoing, His Excellency hereby approved with immediate effect the suspension of the 17 Local Government Areas Structures to pave way for the investigation being carried out by the house.
Furthermore, all properties belonging to the Local Government Areas should be immediately handed over to the Directors of Personnel Management, please.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Jos judicial division of the Court of Appeal on Thursday adjourned the matter between Hon. Yakubu Sanda &ords Vs. Hon. Fom Dalyop Gwottson &ords, after a mild drama at the court room.
Recall, that the Appeal Court presided over by Justin T.Y Hassan had refused to grant the Prayers sort by Yakubu Sanda and other appellant seeking to restrain Ayuba Abok from Presiding as the Speaker of the Plateau House of Assembly and adjourned the Matter till 25th, May and later to 1st, June 2023.
When the Matter Came up for hearing on Thursday June, 1st, there was confusion at the Court when Two Counsels A.H Ruba (SAN) and P.M Lere announced their appearance for the Appellants.
Drama began when P.M Lere Filed an Application to discontinue the matter on behalf of the Clark of the State Assembly and the three other Members Which includes the Member Representing Shandam, Wase and Bokkos Constituencies who are also Appellants.
According to the P.M Lere, their application to discontinue the matter is base on the fact that the Judgement of Justice ML Musa of the Plateau State high court which reinstated Ayuba Abok as the Speaker of the state Assembly has already been executed and they have been part of the Plenary Sessions presided over by Ayuba Abok.
However, the other Counsel for the Appellants A.H Ruba argued that he has been briefed by the outgone Government to file the appeal on behalf of all the Appellants.
After the heated arguments, the Presiding Judge Justice T.Y Hassan directed the Two Counsels who announced their appearance for the Appellants to go and sort themselves out.
The Court further asked Parties to maintain status quo which is the Judgment of Plateau State High Court that reinstated Rt. Hon. Abok Nuhu Ayuba as the Speaker of Plateau House of Assembly.
Justice T.Y Hassan thereafter adjourned the matter Till 8, June 2023. To hear the Motion on Notice for stay of Execution.
Sunday Adam Jos
Following the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government, Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has appealed to petroleum marketers not to take advantage of the situation to hoard fuel and exploit citizens.
He noted that while government has taken deliberate steps to ease hardship and pains of citizens, petroleum marketers should avoid creating unnecessary scarcity and a hike in prices of the product.
Barr. Mutfwang in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Gyang Bere said if the quest to build a new and united Plateau, must be concretized, citizens must take deliberate steps to avoid issues that will further inflict hardship and pains on an already traumatized citizenry.
He said as a government that prioritizes the well being of its people, actions that tend to impede this goal must be resisted.
Governor Mutfwang appealed to all petrol stations in the state to open their outlets and commence the sales of the product to curtail the artificial scarcity that is being experienced in most parts of the state.
He said the state government will not condone any form of extortion of the people, pointing out that any such attempt will not be tolerated.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has commiserated with the family, friends, associates and benefactors of the former Chairman of Daar Communication, Chief Raymond Anthony Dokpesi, who died at the age of 71.
Governor Mutfwang who expressed sorrow over the demise of Chief Dokpesi, described him as a patriotic Nigerian who has contributed in divergent ways to the growth and development of the country.
The Governor noted in particular, the pioneering role of the late Dakpesi in private broadcasting in the country when he entered the Nigerian mass media industry with his company, DAAR Communications and set-up the first Independent Television, the Africa Independent Television (AIT).
He said Chief Dokpesi left indelible footprints in the media industry, where he shaped Nigeria’s narratives positively through his radio and television stations.
He added that as a committed member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), the deceased served the party in different capacities among which are the political campaign Manager for Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, which saw Tukur into the then Gongola State Government House; and played the same role during Alhaji Adamu Ciroma’s presidential campaign and Alhaji Bamanga Tukur’s presidential campaign in 1993 among several national assignments.
Mutfwang regretted that late Chief Dokpesi battled with stroke shortly after the 2023 Ramadan fast which led to his death.
Barr. Mutfwang prayed God to grant his soul eternal rest and to comfort the family, Daar Communications and all his loved ones.
Sunday Adam Jos
The plateau state House of assembly has sacked the embatteld chairman of Langtang north local government area Bitrus zulfa with immediate effect following his illegal occaputation of the office
The speaker Abok Nuhu Ayuba who made the declaration during plenary when member representing Barkin ladi and minority leader Peter Gyangden supported by member representing Riyom state constituency
The speaker said the embatteld chairman bitrus zulfa is not the rightful occupant of the seat and therefore he should vacate the seat and asked the police commissioner Bartholomew onyeka to enforce the judgement because a motion has been passed to that effect and if he fails will order for his arrest
He said he is actions is an act of impunity and he who is the respecter of the law
Sunday Adam Jos
Barely 24 to the swearing in ceremony of plateau state governor elect Barrister Caleb Mufwang as the sixth executive governor of plateau state anxiety, fear and tensions mount following the political crisis that have engulfed the plateau state House of assembly following the sealing of the assembly complex by the commissioner of police Bartholomew onyeka on the alledged orders of the outgoing governor Simon lalong
The crisis in the state assembly is as a result of a high court Judgement which restated Abok Nuhu Ayuba as the authentic speaker of the assembly ,with this judgement which is declaratory made the speaker Abok to resume and held seating with about 14 members in attendance both from the Rulling all progressives Congress APC and opposition people’s democratic party PDP but in a twist of faith the Rulling party led by the embattled speaker Yakubu sanda processed to the court to appeal the judgement while pending the appeal to be hard, the police sealed the assembly complex according to him to avoid break down of law and order
However the speaker alongside members approached him several to unseal the house of assembly he refused saying he is acting according to the rule of law which Abok disagrees.
This singular act by the police commissioner has not go down well with both the political class and residents of the state, appeals by the while calling on the state governor Simon lalong to order the police commissioner proves abortive which stakeholders perceive as undemocratic,however with few hours to the swearing in ceremony of Caleb Mutfwang as governor Wil he allow the illegality be done to his sway.
This is a big question been asked by residents of the state on what will be the position of the governor elect Caleb Mutfwang ahead of his taking over as the six executive governor of the party.
While in Langtang north where an illegal chairman in person of Bitrus zulfa has continue to occupy the office despite several valid court judgements by both the high and appeal courts which gave the actual winner Joshua laven ubandona as the rightful chairman whose tenure is yet to end
Recall that Joshua ubandona was elected executive chairman in the September 2018 under the people democratic party PDP for a tenure of three years were he defected the then candidate of the all progressives Congress APC but ubandona was not sworn in by the outgoing governor Simon lalong who blantly refused to allow his take oath of office but ubandona a man who believes in the justice system proceeded to the courts which complied the governor to swear him in one year 2019 but barely two years to his tenure the APC led adminstration conducted a controversial elections having known of no vacancy in Langtang north but still want ahead with the elections were one zulfa claimed to have won the elections
This action don’t go down well with the chairman Joshua ubandona proceeded to the court of appeal which gave him judgement but still the powers that be alongside the Police commissioner Bartholomew onyeka refused to obey valid court orders leading to the continuous occupation of an impostor as the executive chairman of Langtang north local government area
The task ahead of Caleb Mutfwang now as he takes over the helm of affairs of the state is to handle the mararound of issues facing the incoming adminstration two of which is the complete restoration of Joshua ubandona as the chairman of Langtang north and the unsealing of the state House of assembly for Abok Nuhu Ayuba to take over the affairs of the house.
Plateau is watching as Caleb Mufwang takes over tomorrow may 29th what will it be legality or illegality.
Sunday Adam Jos
Barely hours to his inauguration on Monday, the Plateau State Governor-elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has expressed the resolve to build a new Plateau with equal opportunities, where the less privileged children can divinely realize their dreams and purposes in life.
Barr. Mutfwang stated this in a message to mark the 2023 Children’s Day.
While congratulating children on their special day, Mutfwang pledged to create a conducive environment for children to pursue their dreams and aspirations to enable them contribute to the development of the State and the country as a whole.
The Governor- Elect described children as special gifts from God, who deserve distinctive parental and societal support to enable them climb to the top of their chosen careers.
He said parents are expected to genuinely provide care, encouragement, support and ensure that they train their children to grow in the way of the Lord so that they can impact the society meaningfully.
Barr. Mutfwang said his policy thrust which is premised on “The Time Is Now” seeks to reinvigorate the educational sector and ensure optimal performance of children for the realization of a progressive Plateau.
He said there will be renewed hope, commitment and deliberate steps for children to grow in the state.
Sunday Adam Jos
The World Association of Public Private Partnership has finalized processing and confirmed the Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion and Regulatory Agency (PPP) as a full member of its organization which is a NGO based out of Geneva, Switzerland. The World Association of PPP Units & Professionals (WAPPP) is home to experienced PPP Professionals enabling a multi-stakeholder network bringing together public-private partnership professionals from PPP units, infrastructure agencies, institutional and long term investors as well as PPP consultants from around the globe together, to engage, learn from each other and create better adaptable PPPs that deliver value within their communities for the future generations. Members are able to engage with each other on an exclusive neutral platform to discuss latest PPP trends and challenges, share knowledge, experiences, explore opportunities and create solutions in the spirit of driving open innovation for people first, resilient and sustainable infrastructure and PPPs.
The body is governed by 30 diverse and seasoned global PPP practitioners through Steering and Executive committees. The exclusive WAPPP membership comprises 60 nationalities of over 300 members and only about 40 PPP units globally. Beyond being an alternative procurement channel, WAPPP sees PPP as an essential tool for infrastructure development globally towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The group’s President, Ziad Alexandre HAYEK said, “we are delighted to welcome Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion & Regulatory Agency from Nigeria to join the WAPPP’s membership. We look forward to supporting Felix Rwang-Dung and his team to succeed by promoting sustainable and successful PPP projects in Plateau state going forward. From the conversations I had with Felix on Plateau state, it seems to be richly endowed with diverse natural resources and most favourable climate to foreigners, this can likely encourage international investment interests especially since Plateau is also noted as a tourist destination in Nigeria. However, it seems a lot needs to be done for an enabling environment for this to be realisable.”
The membership into WAPPP was officially confirmed to the Director General via email on May 11th 2023 by Fatimah-zorah Rahmoun the Chair for membership Committee. She stated that, “the presence and participation of your PPP Unit of Nigeria in the WAPPP General Assembly 2023 at Athens, Greece, earlier in the month was highly appreciated. The official press release publication by WAPPP of this development with Plateau state is just awaiting final review by the executive director.
Primah Atugonza, the current Chair Africa Chapter and the Head, PPP & Infrastructure Portfolio for the African Legal Support Facility (ALSF or Facility) hosted by the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group, in Abidjan, Congratulated Mr Felix and the Plateau state Infrastructure Promotion and Regulatory Agency for successfully joining the network and as the rep for Africa in WAPPP, she confirmed availability to provide any direct support required to ensure the agency succeeds through PPPs for Plateau state. She indicated that while the ALSF facility develops innovative tools for capacity building and knowledge management which Plateau state can explore, it is currently only designed to providing legal advice and technical assistance to African countries at the sovereign level for the structuring and negotiation of complex commercial transactions or creditor litigation.
The Director General of the Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion & Regulatory Agency, Mr. Felix Rwang-Dung, said: “I am very thrilled for my agency to be finally accepted to join WAPPP membership. I think currently only KADIPA in Kaduna state are members of WAPPP in Nigeria. I believe with the significant economic challenges been faced both nationally and globally, very strategic alliances at the highest levels of the global industry are key for helping us on the Plateau overcome our key infrastructural challenges for the sustainable development of our dear state adapting the successful Public-Private Partnership (PPP) frameworks established in diverse climes. I am personally very confident that through this membership, we have been able to present Plateau state in the global PPP conversation space for support, relevance, value and visibility that will enable us have direct access to invaluable knowledge resources, investment communities, global trends or insights, and networking opportunities to attract development and investments back to Plateau.
We have already started experiencing demonstrable value from WAPPP even before the membership confirmation. In February, from some discussions with WAPPP Africa Chair, Primah Atugonza, she advised and directly introduced the me to the General Counsel of Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), Mr. Tinashe Makoni, who we explore various ways project preparation funding support requirements, challenges and initiatives for us to consider.
The Director General said, “my greatest benefit so far with WAPPP has been meeting with Mr. Johnson Kilangi, a Kenyan Infrastructure and PPP consulting expert, who is the Chair PPP Finance Forum for WAPPP frequently publishes articles on Africa infrastructure and PPP for the World bank. He was instrumental in securing our membership and has become a very strategic contact. I am also very honored that he accepted to be a pro-bono Advisory board member of Plateau state PPP Agency. This has significantly boosted our local capacity in planning and developing our infrastructure projects going forward to align with global best practice.
As his first priority assignment on the Plateau PPP agency advisory board, Mr. Johnson has been requested to help develop a mutually beneficial model for collaboration between the relevant authorities in Kenya and Tanzania for the donation of wild life animals for the restocking and redevelopment of the Jos wild life Park as an Eco-tourism project. Mr Johnson is also helping us identify strategic Kenyan investors in the flower industry to explore how they can set up similar facilities here on the Plateau. Also, to demonstrate his keen commitment to supporting Plateau state, Mr Johnson, gave me a full scholarship as part of his 10th Cohort on the African Project Finance Program which is currently in its 3rd week.”
Mr Johnson Kilangi, is the Founder of the Miundo Misingi Hub, an infrastructure Hub based in Kenya that is building an ecosystem that supports the origination and development of infrastructure projects that can be financed and implemented by local investment players.
He was recently in Nigeria for the first time, as a key panelist for the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) PPP Summit on 25th April 2023, held in Eko Hotel, Lagos. Johnson met with Mr. Felix Rwang-Dung and both agreed to establish a strategic collaboration going forward to build capacity building on PPP, Infrastructure and Project Finance across Nigeria starting with Plateau state through his Miuondo Misingi Hub model which has already trained over 300 future infrastructure finance leaders from across the globe.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau State Governor-Elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has described as landmark, the ruling of the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Jos that dismissed the petition filed by Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) seeking the cancellation of his election after the April 18, 2023 Governorship election.
Barr. Mutfwang in a statement on Friday, dedicated his victory to God and Plateau people who willingly entrusted him with their mandate during the polls.
He said the decision of the panel presided by Justice R. Irele-Ifijeh which dismissed the petition for lack of diligent prosecution shows how forthright and determined the tribunal is to dispense justice.
The Governor-elect noted that the petition which came up for pre-hearing, was said to have been abandoned, neither the Petitioner or their lawyers were in court inspite of hearing notice served on them.
However, Upon application by lawyers to INEC, Mufwang Caleb Manasseh and PDP who relied on paragraph 18 (1) (4)of the First Schedule of the Electoral Act 2022, the petition was dismiss and cost of One million naira only awarded against the petitioner in favor of each Respondents.
Barr. Mutfwang recalled that the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) had dragged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mutfwang Caleb Manasseh of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) in a petition filed by its counsel, Egwuaba Reuben Esq, challenging his declaration by INEC after the conduct of the 18 March, 2023 Governorship election in Plateau State.
He said as a firm believer in the rule of law, he is determined to strengthen the bonds of unity and friendship across Plateau communities for a progressive state.
Mutfwang said the time is now for citizens to deeply look inward and channel their energy towards productive ventures for the rebuilding and restoration of the lost glory of Plateau State.
Sunday Adam Jos
The plateau state private public partnership agency known as plateau state infrastructure promotion and regulatory agency has joined the world association of public private partnership units and proffessionals.
WAPPP President Ziad Alexandre HAYEK said, “we are delighted to welcome the Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion & Regulatory Agency from Nigeria to WAPPP’s membership, and we look forward to working closely with the Director General, Mr. Felix Rwang-Dung and his team to promote sustainable and successful PPP projects in Plateau state going forward“.
He added that the World Association of PPP Units & Professionals (WAPPP) and Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion & Regulatory Agency (PPP) , are pleased to announce that Plateau State PPP Agency has become a full member of WAPPP…
The president disclosed this in a letter released to the media said the WAPPP is a Geneva-based non-profit global association, which brings together all public and private stakeholders in the field of Public-Private Partnership (PPP). Its members are both institutional and individual. They include public PPP units, corporate investors, financial investors, and consultants across all sectors. More than a procurement tool, WAPPP considers PPP as a tool for development and for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It promotes best practices and the sharing of knowledge, expertise and resources among its members.
Plateau State PPP Agency is dedicated to attracting and facilitating foreign direct investment into the State in Nigeria. The agency’s mandate is to promote Plateau state as an ideal business and investment destination both locally and internationally, highlighting its great potential, as a significant agro allied hub, to help mitigate global food security challenges.
Responding to the historic event of joining the world association, Director General of the Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion & Regulatory Agency, Mr. Felix Rwang-Dung, said: “We are thrilled that we have become a member of WAPPP. We understand the importance of collaborating with public and private stakeholders to achieve the common goal of advancing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiatives for the much needed development of our dear State. We are confident that through our membership in WAPPP,
He pointed out that the state agency will position Plateau state better to be involved in the global PPP discussions which will enable us have access to invaluable resources, contacts, insights, and networking opportunities to attract investors. We are already experiencing the value of this membership with existing State PPP projects being explored with members in WAPPP to develop innovative PPP projects for Plateau state.”
Plateau state is very rich in a variety of natural minerals and tourism potentials given its unique location within the middle-belt region of Nigeria as a dynamic logistics haven for distribution of products across Nigeria from the central zone. Plateau state is 1200-1800 meters above sea level giving it favorable climatic conditions with the coldest weather in Nigeria.
The PPP agency Director General said it has has developed the foundational frameworks to showcase the available investment opportunities in key sectors of the economy in the State.
Sunday Adam Jos
It has again become necessary for the Plateau State Government to once again remind citizens, corporate bodies and other stakeholders that the mandate of Governor Simon Bako Lalong still subsists untill 29th May 2023.
This reminder has become necessary because of pronouncements, covert and overt actions of some persons and groups with the aim of truncating the remaining mandate of the Lalong administration before it hands over to the next Government.
In particular, the Government is aware of letters and correspondences being written to corporate organisations, clients and partners of Government warning them to cease doing business with the current administration before the end of its mandate.
Similarly, civil servants have been constantly under threat since the outcome of the elections and have remained under this situation till this moment.
The Government views this as a threat and blackmail which is in bad taste and a very sad development that does not portend well for the well-being and stability of the State.
For the avoidance of doubt the Lalong administration will not be stampeded, gagged or harassed from performing its legitimate duties based on the mandate given to it by the good people of Plateau State till 29th May 2023 by anyone including the incoming administration.
Therefore, corporate organisations, clients, partners and stakeholders doing business with Government should ignore such threats from incoming government or its supporters that appear to be faster than their shadow and willing to disrupt governance for their selfish reasons.
Let it be realised that there can never be two captains in one ship and that is why the constitution extantly provides for take over and handover dates.
We advise the incoming government and its supporters to exercise restraint and concentrate on the transition as well as the task ahead while allowing the Rescue Administration to complete its tenure as enshrined in the constitution.
Let’s continue to think and Act Plateau.
Dan Manjang, mnipr
Commissioner for Information and Communication.
25th May 2023.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Executive Chairman of Mikang Local Government Council Augustine Bako has congratulated the governor elect Barrister Caleb Mufwang over his emergency in the march 18 governorship elections in the state in a press release personally signed by him said on behalf of the Legislative Traditional Council and the entire citizens of the Area, congratulate His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang for his emergences as the Plateau State Governor elect in the just concluded Governorship election of March 2023.
He said his victory is a victory for all democrats inrespective of Tribe or Religious affiliations, which the outcome culminated in today’s atmosphere of convivialities.
Your Excellency, you contested against several qualified candidates, whom I am confident also have the best interest for the state at heart.
It’s therefore my earnest hope that you will operate an open door policy to enable them and other citizens join you in the onerous tasks to build up a greater Plateau of our dream.
As you assume the mantle of leadership today being 29th of May 2023,.May God Almighty who is the Lord of devine possibilities grant you the wisdom to lead the people successful.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Director General, Plateau State Infrastructure Promotion and Regulatory Agency, Felix Rwang-Dung has called on the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) to support the move to upgrade the Yakubu Gowon Aiport, Jos into an International Cargo and Agro-allied Airport.
He made the call on Friday when he visited the DG of ICRC, Michael Ohiani to intimate him on the progress recorded so far in the Plateau state PPP Agency.
Rwang-Dung who is also the Chairman of the Partnership and Resource Mobilisation Committee of the Africa Public Private Partnership Network (AP3N), used the opportunity to receive his letter of appointment from Ohiani who is the Co-President of the Network.
He said that the visit was an opportunity to work with the ICRC and take advantage of resources that can be provided in order establish an effective PPP agency covering various sectors.
On the upgrade of the Jos Airport, he said that the support of the ICRC would be required to advance the airport so that it can become attractive for private investment participation.
“We are confident that with your distinguished leadership and the ICRC team’s guidance and support. we can establish a successful model sub-National PPP agency for attracting private sector investments for developmental growth in Plateau Stale.
We believe that the following areas of support from the ICRC will be vital for ensuring that we get the optimum results for Plateau State PPP project,” he said.
Some of the areas which he itemized include: technical assistance, capacity building stakeholders mapping as well as introduction to investment communities.
On technical assistance, he said that the ICRC can aid the agency in establishing and developing its regulatory policy, contract and risk templates and frameworks. .
For support in capacity building, he appealed to the Commission to sponsor capacity building programs for several members of the team and key civil servants on site that can enhance the knowledge and skills of our staff and key government MDAs.
On stakeholder: mapping, engagement and communication strategy, he sought the guidance of the ICRC to provide guidance and support on stakeholder engagement strategies which is a critical element towards ensuring the success of any future PPP projects.
He expressed optimism that the ICRC will accede to its requests.
On his part, the ICRC DG while presenting the certificate, assured the Jos PPP Agency’s boss of the support of the Commission.
Others present at the event include: AP3N Regional Coordinator for Central Africa, Barr. Femi Pat-Natson, Regional Coordinator for West Africa, Mrs Ijeoma Ogoke and Coordinator and Knowledge Management Officer for Nigeria, Mr Sofela P. O.
Sunday Adam Jos
barely seven days to the end of the tenure of the Simon Bako lalong tenure the Executive Chairman of Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State , Hon. Shehu Bala Shehu and his councillors are engaged in a war of words over favourable/ lopsided payments of furniture allowances.
The legislative arm raised the concern after confirming from the appropriate authority that some selected members were already settled their furniture allowances ahead of the May, 29th handing over ceremony .
The aggrieved councillors said ,”You would recalled that due to this same action of the council Chairman the legislative arm issued an impeachment warning against him after which they unanimously agreed to abort the impeachment last year on ground he denied some Councilors their entitlements.
That development did not go down well with some of the aggrieved legislators as they set to prove the Chairman wrong this time around ,”the statement read .
The statement blamed ,”Hon Shehu Usman Bala of being biased in the payment of furniture allowances main as statutory benefits to all the councilors when he only paid majority of his brothers and few boys of the Secretary to the State Government, SSG as alleged “.
In a letter of complaint to the Commissioner Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affair Plateau State, the aggrieved Councilors sought the intervention of the Commissioner of the Ministry for all their entitlements to be settled before the expiration of the APC Administration in the State.
In the action of the chairman journalist were not speared the loopsidedness of the council chairman as journalist who were attacked and it’s equipment destroyed are yet to receive a dum from him have been advised by both the ministry of local government and chieftancy affairs, plateau state House of assembly committee on local government and chieftancy affairs led by Hon Baba Hassan and the legislative arm of the council which he had consistently refused to hand so sad of his activities.
“The Executive Chairman maliciously and secretly decided to settle 12 Ward Councilors and paid them N500,000 each as furniture allowance around February 2023, and subsequently paid the sum of 1 million each to those same 12 Councilors this week again.
“All these were done secretly so that it will not come to the notice of the remaining 8 Ward Councilors whom are left out of this shady exercise ,they alleged.
The Chairman was accused of offsetting 8 out of the 9 councilors who share the same religious faith of their entitlements while denying 8 Councilors to wallowed in object poverty.
However, in swift reaction to the accusations labeled against him, the Chairman, Shehu Bala Usman said he never brought that ideas to discuss it with any of the councilors but the leaders of the legislative arm approached me that they be paid in installment and the first instalment was N250,000.00 .
The legislative arm principal officers demanded that the statutory benefits payments should be paid to enable them enjoy and make good use of the money .
According to him, ” they wanted the money to be paid in buck so that they won’t have issue but in my own wisdom I explainer to them the condition of lean resources available to the council which can’t accommodate all of them at once so we have segment it in batches .
“The agreement we all reached was that the first legislators would benefit N1.5 million each which the council was able to upset the payments of 500,000.00 and 1,000,000.00 as the phase 1, hoping to do same when funds is available,”he said .
Shehu denied that after sealing the discussion with the leadership some of them complained that they were sidelined in the sharing formula which is not true .
“We had an emergency meeting with all the members of legislative arm yesterday, Sunday and we all reached an agreement to suspend the method of payment and the leaders explained to them that it wasn’t the Chairman idea but they brought it on table to allow all members to enjoy the furniture allowances and other entitlements before the expiration of the tenure,he said .
He stated that only 8 members of the legislative arm denied that they were not contacted by the leaders of house before such decision was enforced so they have to reverse the entire agreement which was taken sitting on Sunday .
“As they refused that they were not consulted the house unanimously step down that agreement so we resolve to continue paying those who claim they were not consulted first so that is the development that took place yesterday Sunday ,21st of May,2023 at the council headquarters.
Shehu reiterated that ,”
All we are saying is that the council has reversed the method because some were not consulted from beginning of the discussion before embarking on the said agreement reached but however, we promised to step aside the leaders decision to ensure that members benefited from the furniture allowances as enshrined in the constitution “,.
The leader of the legislative arm ,Hon Yakubu Itse confirmed to this medium the view of the Chairman but said they suggested to him on how their members would make good use of the money if payments are to be made at once .
Itse bappealed to the affected councillors to remain calm “as everyone must be paid because that is their statutory benefits and nobody can deny them ,the Chairman try to clear everybody but the resources is not there and the biggest challenge now is non availability of cash so we all arrange to be pay in batches.”
“The entitlement is mandatory but the resources is not on ground. We assure them of definite payment, Hon Yakubu Itse confirmed.
Sunday Adam Jos
OPINION:
MAY PLATEAU NEVER HAVE A GOVERNMENT THAT LOOKS LIKE LALONG- LED ADMINISTRATION, BY: CLINTON GARUBA
As the Lalong-led administration winds down after 8 years and seeing that it is one administration with a leadership style that no one will wish to see in a modern Plateau, one would have expected that it will sober enough to exit quietly without having to insult the sensibilities of the Plateau people.
Alas! Goof and gaffes are the hallmarks of the administration that spent 8 years supervising the undoing of previous administrations’ programmes, projects and policies which had set the state on the path to sustainable progress and development.
It would have been okay to watch how this current administration ingloriously exits Government House, Little Rayfield but for the recent distortion of facts and barefaced lies of the governor who tried to score cheap political points to salvage his already diminished political profile which has made him lost favour with the Plateau people.
Former Governor Jonah David Jang has repeatedly said he stands out in a class of his own when the current administration is placed side-by-side with his 8-year reign which left the landscape of Plateau dotted with projects across the state.
In addition to all that, Senator Jang remained vocal in defence of his people throughout his tenure, despite the now obvious, campaigns of calumny against his person and Government.
Plateau people will agree that, no matter what the shortcomings of the Jang administration were, it is by far a better deal to the State than the last 8 years which have not only derailed the development of the state but thrived on blaming the previous administration while doing nothing to match up to what it had done.
In any case, the 2023 general elections were a referendum on the Lalong administration and by extension on the APC in Plateau State which did nothing other than dismantle structures put in place for a prosperous Plateau. The state of governance has nosedived that one would not envy the incoming administration for the enormity of work that it has to do in rebuilding the people’s trust in Government, its programmes and policies.
At a time when sections of the state have come under attacks from people hell-bent on waging genocide on the people, the Government is rather hurriedly commissioning projects, some of which it even inherited as ongoing projects of the Jang administration to cover for 8 years of nothingness. Perhaps the government realised too late in the day that it had pursued personal political gains to the detriment of the general well-being of the State and is in a hurry to claim that it at least did something when in fact did almost nothing .
Speaking blatant lies about the state of roads in the city centre at the beginning of the Lalong administration is the icing on the cake of the falsehood peddled by the government since the assumption of office.
Every Plateau citizen knows that since the return of democracy in 1999, no government has paid attention to roads and infrastructure like the Jang administration. If Lalong and those who have failed to advise him on the need to be truthful as a leader think that they built Jos, the Plateau State capital from its foundation, let them continue to live in delusion.
The outcome of the elections is a testimony to their performance in the last 8 years. Had they done better, Plateau people would have said so through the ballot box. Having failed, the best thing would be to quietly leave and continue with the lobby for appointment at the federal level where he had spent years of servitude abandoning the state to suffer a lack of leadership and governance.
For now, the Lalong administration should concentrate on clearing their tables as it is only a few days to the handover and the prayer on the lips of many a plateau person is, “May Lalong and this type of administration never happen to us again.”
Senator Jang commiserates with all the grieving communities and joins in wishing that the swearing-in of the coming administration will bring succour to the people and return the state to the path to progress and development.
Garuba is the Media Consultant to Senator (Dr) Jonah David Jang CON
Sunday Adam Jos
Church leaders under the auspacies of Plateau State Church Denominational Leaders and Spiritual Fathers,has Condemned in strong term the resurgence of killings in Riyom and Mangu local government of the state.
The Church Leaders and Spiritual Fathers Condemnation is contained in a press release dated 21st May 2023 signed by (Dr.) Stephen Baba Panya, ECWA President,Head of and For and on Behalf of Plateau State Church Denominational Leaders and Spiritual Fathers,and made available to this medium in Jos.
The Press statement which reads in part said we are very deeply saddened by the resurgence of mindless killings of innocent citizens, mainly Christians, in Mangu and Riyom Local Government Areas of Plateau State.
The killings which started in Mangu villages, Plateau state, Nigeria on Monday, 15th May 2023 by so-called unknown gunmen has claimed many lives and properties with many persons still missing. The villages affected include Fungzai, Hale, Kubwat, Bwoi and many other communities of Kombun District of Mangu Local Government Area and some communities in Riyom Local Government Area.
According to reports, about 130 people were killed, about 1000 houses and about 22 churches burnt, and about 22 villages affected. We the Church Denominational Leaders and Spiritual fathers on the Plateau, view this round of killings and destruction as devilish, barbaric and an act of genocide against innocent and armless villagers.
This again is another sad commentary on the unabated bloodletting that has engulfed Plateau State over the years without any meaningful attempt by Government at federal and state levels to decisively address the unfortunate situation.
The body used the statement to ask vital questions ranging from how long will this bloodletting continue?The persistent attacks and killings in Plateau state continue to raise a number of questions.
Who really wants to destroy Plateau State and why? Are the killers really ‘unknown’ gunmen and why do they always have sophisticated weapons and enough time to wreak havoc on innocent citizens? What has happened to those arrested in previous attacks?
Are the security agencies in Plateau really handicapped?If we must move forward as a peaceful, united and democratic nation, then these and many other questions must be answered through deliberate action by government to bring these killings to the end and restore peace and tranquility in Plateau State and other troubled parts of the country.
The Church Leaders and Spiritual Fathers however called
on the government and all security agencies to immediately stop this ongoing massacre and its spread to more communities.
” We also urge relevant emergency management agencies to urgently provide shelter and relief materials to the affected communities and bring them the much-needed succor. We implore spirited individuals, groups, and organizations to also come to the aid of these devastated communities.”
Further used the release to call on citizens to remain calm and peaceful in the face of this unwarranted persecution, and trust that government and its relevant agencies will immediately restore normalcy and build confidence of the people.
“We commiserate with families that have lost their loved ones and pray for God’s comfort, and healing and restoration to all those injured. “
Urged the church not to relent in praying to God for his divine intervention, inner strength and perseverance for the people of Plateau State. Let us hold on to God’s promises and fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:1-3). maintained.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Senator-elect representing Plateau Central, Hon. Diket Plang, has condemned in strong terms the latest attack at Kubwat and Fungzai communities in Mangu local government area of Plateau State, which claimed lives and property.
Hon. Plang, in a statement, said the constant onslaught against the peace-loving people of the senatorial district, precisely in Mangu and Bokoss local government areas, has reached such a crescendo that the people no longer sleep with their two eyes closed.
According to him, as a result of the attacks, the people who were predominantly farmers can no longer access their farms for fear of being attacked by gunmen, adding to the air of apprehension that presently pervades most communities in the affected local government area.
Hon. Plang, who lamented that the attack came at a time of the year when farming activities were going on across the communities, said if not tamed by
the relevant authorities,the incessant attacks could lead to hunger apart from the present loss of lives.
Hon. Plang called on the security agencies to ensure that the perpetrators of the heinous crime are brought to book while describing the ugly development as unfortunate even as the government has been doing all it could to maintain peace in the state.
“To say I am shocked beyond words over the fresh attack on my people is an understatement. This is unbelievable, devastating, unjustifiable, and unimaginable. It bleeds my heart because nothing whatsoever justifies this unabashed act of killing. More so, it came at a time of year when farming activities are ongoing.
“I call on security operatives to go after those attacking innocent villagers, and they should be made to pay for their heinous actions. I also call on the people, especially community leaders, to check the influx of people into their respective communities,” he said.
While commiserating with the families of the victims, Plang however, told the survivors of the attacks to remain calm and law-abiding no matter the level of provocation.
Plang commended Governor Simon Lalong, the Executive Chairman and the Traditional Council of Mangu LGC for their peace-building efforts and called on the citizens of Plateau Central to stay peaceful with one another.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau Governor-elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has received with rude shock the bloody attack on Fungzai and Kubwat villages in Kombun District of Mangu Local Government Area.
Among those killed in the Tuesday attack were several persons including women and children.
Mutfwang, in a message of comfort, condemned in totality the attack which also left several persons injured and houses with valuables worth millions of naira destroyed.
He appealed to security agencies to raise up to their constitutional responsibility of protecting and securing citizens, particularly rural dwellers.
The Governor-elect, who is heartbroken over the renewed attacks, urged security agencies to collaborate within the ambit of the law and apprehend the perpetrators to face the full wrath of the law.
He admonished communities to strengthen community relations and activate internal security mechanism such as the vigilante groups and hunters associations, to protect and secure citizens.
Mutfwang also appealed to peace loving and patriotic citizens of Plateau and the environs to be committed to peaceful co-existence, and unite for maximum protection and safety of citizens.
He commiserated with the people of Fungzai village, particularly the bereaved families, and prayed for quick recovery of those who were injured as a result of the unfortunate attack.
The Governor-elect appealed for calm among citizens and reassured Plateau residents of his total commitment to a peaceful and united state.
Sunday Adam Jos
Eminent church leaders from various denominations, Sen. Jonah Jang, Plateau Governor-elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang and the political class on Sunday converged to celebrate with Mrs Mary Lar, widow of the first civilian Governor of Plateau State, Chief Solomon Lar, on her 88th birthday.
They used the occasion to strengthen the bond of unity, peace and brotherhood among Plateau citizens.
The peace and unity talk was led by Anglican Bishop of Jos Dioceses, Rev. Dr. Benjamin Kwashi, President Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN), Rev. Dr. Amos Mohzo, Vice President of ECWA, Deputy Governor-elect, Hon. Josephine Piyo, who represented the Governor-elect, wife of the Governor-elect, Mrs. Helen Mutfwang among other respected elders.
Other accomplished leaders in Plateau State graced the occasion held at the resident of late Chief Solomon Lar in Jos, Plateau State.
Amb. Mary Lar, who set the tone for the discussion, said she invited all the dignitaries for the celebration of her 88th birthday to discuss the way forward for peace and unity in Plateau.
She said that respected Church leaders and the political class across different political parties were invited to chart the way forward for the kind of peace, unity and oneness that Plateau State is known for.
“People from all denominations and different political parties are invited here to chart the way forward for peace and unity and to show the kind of oneness and togetherness that I will want to see in Plateau State,” she said.
Jang, in his speech, said that late Lar was an epitome of peace and unity, and urged politicians in the state to emulates his politics and close the gap of disunity in the state.
He congratulated Amb. Mary Lar for attaining 88th years and prayed to God to continue to guide and shield her to provide more moral counsel for the unity of the state.
Sen. Jang called on Plateau politicians to imbibe the spirit of Christ and stop preaching hatred so as to build a united and a healthy Plateau.
President of COCIN, Rev. Dr. Amos Mohzo, described the family of late Chief Solomon Lar as the corner stone and symbol of peace and unity on Plateau state.
He noted that peace and unity is not negotiable for harmonious living, saying that Mama would not be happy with the current situation that Plateau and Nigeria had found itself, and called for better understanding and unity among Plateau people.
The Anglican Bishop of Jos Dioceses, Rev. Dr. Benjamin Kwashi, said the uniqueness of Plateau is a gift of God adding that the forefathers of Plateau stood their ground for peace and unity.
He urged the younger generation to emulate the virtues of peace exhibited by the forefathers who made immense sacrifices for Plateau togetherness.
The Deputy Governor-elect, Hon. Josephine Piyo, who represented the Governor-elect, congratulated Mama, Amb. Mary Lar for attaining 88th years and thanked her for the love for peace and unity of Plateau and Nigeria.
She said Mama has made tremendous sacrifices in the struggle for the emancipation of Plateau women whom she has impacted positively over the years.
Hon. Piyo prayed to God to bless mama with more years of good memories, protection in sound health to give motherly advice in moving Plateau to an enviable heights.
Wife of the Governor-elect, Helen Mutfwang, congratulated Mama and wished her more good years to continue to advise Plateau people for sustainable peace in the state.
Dignitaries who graced the occasion includes, CAN Chairman Plateau State, Rev. Fr. Polycarp Lubo, Vice President ECWA, Member representing Langtang North/Langtang South in the House of Representatives, Hon. Beni Lar, Barr. Olivia Dazyam, Deputy National Internal Auditor, Wife of the Senator-Elect, Plateau North, former Chairman, Langtang North, Joshua Ubandoma.
Others are Vice Chancellor, Karl Kum University, Prof. Nanvem Gambo, Member representing Jos North West in the House of Assembly, Mrs. Esther Simi Dusu, Arch. Samuel Jatau among other respected elders and illustrious sons and daughters of Plateau State. Prayers were offered for long life and more wisdom to lead Plateau people aright.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Governor-elect of Plateau, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, on behalf of himself, family, the Deputy Governor-elect, Hon. Joseph Piyo and his entire political associates, rejoices with Amb.
Mary N. Lar on her 88th birthday.
Barr. Mutfwang, in a congratulatory message, described Amb. Lar, the widow of Chief Solomon Lar, as an embodiment of humility, selfless and an accomplished educationist, who have planted several schools that have moulded respected sons and daughters of the land who are contributing in no small scale to the development of the nation.
He said her wealth of experience and quest for quality education has turned around the educational sector in Plateau and beyond positively.
Barr. Mutfwang recalled with gratitude the immense contributions of Mama to Plateau State, particularly during the Emancipation programme of our father, Late Chief Lar, whose indelible footprints of success and enduring legacies are visible across the state and Nigeria as a whole.
The Governor-elect described the rising educational profile of Mama and her desire for girl-child education across the country as worthy of emulation, urging Nigerian leaders to build on her accomplishments toward ensuring a united society where gender equality will thrive.
“As a result of Prof. Lar’s deep involvement in nation building and determination for women to contribute their quota, Mama was appointed Nigeria’s Ambassador to the Netherlands where she represented the country to the admiration of many,” he recalled.
Barr. Mutfwang prayed God to shield and grant her more wisdom in sound health to provide moral counsel as Plateau embarks on the journey for a new and united state.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau State Governor Elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang and his Deputy, Hon. Josiphine Piyo have rejoiced with the former Nigeria’s Ambassador to Switzerland, Amb. Yahaya Kwande OON on his conferment with the Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.) Honoris Causa by the University of Jos at its 33rd and 34th combined Convocation.
Barr. Mutfwang in a felicitation messages described Amb. Yahaya Kwande as an accomplished elderstateman and Nigerian who served the nation faithfully in his capacity as a teacher, civil servant, administrator, former Nigerian Ambassador to Switzerland before he delved into partisan politics.
The Governor elect said he is not surprised that the prestigious University of Jos conferred on Amb. Yahaya Kwande the Honorary Degree, following his immense contributions to national development and Service to God and humanity.
He prayed that God will continue to bless the elderstateman with good health and sound mind for him to sustain his good works and contributions for the rebirth of a new Plateau.
Barr. Mutfwang equally felicitated with former Executive Secretary of TETfund, Prof. Suleiman Elias Bogoro OON, who was conferred with the Doctor of Engineering Degree (D.Engr.) Honoris Causa.
He described Prof. Bogoro as a renowned scholar whose footprint of infrastructural development is visible across Nigerian Universities.
The Governor-elect congratulated the Emir of Zazzau, His Highness, Mal. Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli CFR, on his investiture as the new Chancellor of the University of Jos and his conferment with the Doctor of Laws Degree (LL.D) Honoris Causa.
He wished all the Awardees success and pray that the honor bestowed on them will be the spring board to bequeath more selfless services to Nigerians.
Sunday Adam Jos
It was indeed a moment of relief and excitement for Plateau people when Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, the Plateau State Governor-Elect reiterated his commitment to work collectively with other leaders in the state to return persons who are displaced back to their ancestral homes.
Barr. Mutfwang disclosed this on Friday during the 2023 Nzem Berom celebration with the theme, “The Berom Economy: A metamorphosis”, held at the Rwang Pam Township Stadium, Jos.
He prayed for God Almighty to stop the renewed killings in the state to allow citizens who have laboured over the years to enjoy the dividends of democracy.
Barr. Mutfwang praised the Berom nation for their resilience and commitment towards rebuilding of Plateau State, and urged the people to continue in that direction for the greater good of the state.
“It is with great joy and satisfaction that I bring my felicitations to the Berom Nation. The history of Plateau State cannot be complete without the history of the Berom, you cannot say you have developed Plateau State without developing Berom land; you cannot secure Plateau State without securing Berom land.
“I am glad that today, other ethnic nationalities on the Plateau are gathered in solidarity with the Berom Nation and this is the direction that we must go as people of Plateau State from May 29, by the grace of God. We are going to start a new journey, a journey to secure Plateau, a journey to unite Plateau, a journey to develop Plateau, and by the grace of God, the Berom land will have a chunk of it.
“By God’s grace, we will work together with other leaders to ensure that our people that are displaced from their villages are returned to their ancestral land. By the grace of God, the Berom land will flourish again, Plateau will flourish again; and Nzem Berom will attract other people not only from Plateau but other states in Nigeria and internationally.
“We will ensure that this cultural festivals and others from the various ethnic nationalities are well developed, well packaged, so that Plateau State will regain its name as a home of Peace and Tourism. I thank you for putting this festival together. It is historic and epoch- making, and I want to congratulate the planning Committee, and to say that this is pace setting, and I am sure that other ethnic nationalities will learn from this and build from it.
“Tomorrow would have been the turn of the Mwaghavul Nation to host this similar festival, but because of the crisis that broke out and the number of people that were killed, his royal highness and his council decided to put it off”.
Barr. Mutfwang prayed that God Almighty will comfort the bereaved families who loss their loved ones during the recent attacks and asked Him to put an end to the ceaseless shading of blood in various communities in the state.
Bauchi State Governor, Sen. Bala Muhammad, expressed delight for being part of the 2023 Nzem Berom, and said he attaches utmost importance to the festival.
He described the Berom people as hospitable and accommodative, saying he will work in collaboration with the incoming Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, to bring about the desired development in the state.
“This is an opportunity for me to come and celebrate with my brothers in Plateau and the Gbong Gwom Jos, Da. Jacob Gyang Buba, who has contributed immensely in various ways to the development of Nigeria.
“I assure the people of Plateau State that we will open a new chapter of collaboration, development, synergy and understanding with my brother, the incoming Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang.”
Muhammad expressed confidence that the Governor Elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang will surpass the expectations of Plateau people in view of his competent leadership qualities exhibited over the years.
Deputy Chairman Senate Committee on Defence and Senator representing Plateau North, Istifanus Gyang who doubled as the Chairman Main Planning Committee of the 2023 Nzem Berom warmly welcomed dignitaries to the event, expressed delight over their sacrifice and support to the Berom Nation.
He said “the Berom economy has undergone faces and stages of metamorphosis from the precolonial era, which was widely regimented, characterized by farming, hunting, animal husbandry, among others.”
He noted that the festival also offers a great opportunity to strengthen the bond of unity and brotherhood among the illustrious sons and daughters of the Berom nation and other ethnic nationalities in the state.
Sen. Gyang expressed hope that the incoming administration will come up with refreshing thoughts that will address the prevailing insecurity challenges that has dislocated various communities in the state.
The occasion, hosted by the Gbong Gwom Jos and Chairman Plateau State Joint Traditional Council of Chiefs and Emirs, Da. Jacob Gyang Buba, was well attended by dignitaries far and near including, Senator Jonah David Jang; Senator Philip Aduda, Senate Minority Leader; Bauchi State Governor, Sen. Bala Muhammad, representatives of His Royal Highness, Tsola Emiko, Ogiame Atuwatse III-Olu of Warri.
Respected Berom traditional rulers, elders, elected and appointed political office holders, among several persons within and outside the state.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau State Governor Elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has reiterated his commitment to collaborate with PAN Nigeria Limited and its Training School to provide modern skills to auto technicians (Mechanics) in Plateau state.
Barr. Mutfwang stated this when received in audience, the Management of PAN Nigeria Limited led by the Ag. Managing Director/CEO Ms. Taiwo Oluleye, on a solidarity visit at the Government House Lodge, Rayfield, Jos.
The Governor-elect who worked in PAN Nigeria Limited when it was Peugeot brand and exited in 2004, recalled with excitement, his leadership experience that placed him in an advantage position for service to God and humanity.
He pledged to collaborate with the company, particularly the training school to improve and provide modern skills to Auto technicians (Mechanics) in Plateau State now that modern vehicles are computerized.
“You recall that when I was Chairman of local government council, I sent 12 people to Peugeot training school and they spent 9 months; we wanted to start a mechanic village in the Local Government but our effort was thwarted.
“I believe there will be a point of collaboration between the training school and how we can improve our man power here in Plateau State. As we speak, the Peugeot graduates are also here on a solidarity visit, some of them have gone to places, and one is in Japan now.
“I think you can leverage on your credit facilities to train new crops of auto technicians and we will look at how we can promote mutual collaboration. I believe that the private sector should be encouraged but we will ensure that whoever that is going to take our money, pays something back to our state.” He stated.
The Acting Managing Director/CEO of PAN Nigeria Limited, Ms. Taiwo Oluleye congratulated Barr. Caleb Mutfwang on his impressive outing during the Governorship elections and prayed for wisdom and sound mind for him to provide credible leadership in the state.
She said, “On behalf of the Board , management and staff of PAN Nigeria Limited, we congratulate you on your emergence as the Governor-Elect of Plateau State in the just concluded elections.
“Your Victory at the polls can be attributed to the confidence in your leadership capabilities, tenacity and dedication to duty. We are certain that your wealth of experience, devotion to duty, discipline and hard-work, that have over time distinguished you in your past assignment will lead to a transformation in Plateau State and Nigeria as a whole.”
Ms. Oluleye who introduced PAN brand to the Governor Elect said, “We are here to introduce the new PAN to you, we have evolved over time to multi brand and we have a new management on board that has been working to stabilize the company.
“We have officially exited Peugeot brand and our brand now are two; that is the CHERY and the HIGER. For the CHERY, we have two SUVs which we assembly at the plant in Kaduna, it is quit a progress for us at PAN, we have just a few of the cars here with us today for inspection.
“We appeal that this wide range of product can be use by Government officials from the top, middle and lower cader officials. We produce vehicles for transport services, we plead with you to patronize with one of your own. We pray that you make an endilebl mark during your tenure.” She stated.
Ms. Oluleye led the Governor Elect on the inspection of the vehicles which includes SUV Tiggo 4; Higer Bus-H5C among others.
Gyang Bere
Special Assistant on Media to
Plateau State Governor Elect
11 May, 2023
Sunday Adam Jos
Following the quest to make animal husbandry one of the key drivers of the Plateau economy, the Governor Elect, Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has pledged to take deliberate action towards revamping Veterinary Medicine in the state.
Barr. Mutfwang stated this while receiving the Nigeria Veterinary Medical Association, Plateau State, during a courtesy visit at the Jonah David Jang Lodge, Old Government House, Rayfield, Jos.
He noted that his administration would be deliberate on developing human capacity in veterinary medicine to explore economic opportunities that abound in the sector.
Mutfwang noted with dismay that Plateau has no physiotherapist and dental surgeon which he considers not a good situation, saying energy would be channelled towards that direction to bridge the gaps.
“It is not appropriate to say that there is no single Plateau person that is a physiotherapist. There is no single Plateau person that is a dental surgeon and that is why we must be deliberate and intentional as to capacity building and I am glad that the University of Jos has started a Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.”
He explained that the suggestion made by the Association about splitting the Ministry of Agriculture into two to have Ministry of Animal Husbandry was heartwarming and that when people hear of Ministry of Agriculture, their attention is quickly drawn to crops.
“We must be able to look at how we can make animal husbandry one of the economic drivers of our economic revolution which includes fisheries. We are looking at how we can turn around certain assets that are being wasted in Plateau into profit-making assets for the greater good of the people.
“We will engage in critical thinking to ensure that we reposition veterinary medicine in the state because the aspect of animal husbandry needs to be looked into very critically”, he stated.
Chairman of the Association, Dr. Pam Luka, who led the delegation, congratulated Barr. Caleb Mutfwang on his well deserved victory during the March 18 Governorship election in the state.
He said, “the Nigeria Veterinary Medical Association, Plateau State, received with delight your new status as the Governor-Elect of the state. Your success at the poll was proof that Plateau people desire your leadership.
“The Association wishes to bring to the attention of the Governor-elect that the state has the least workforce in the North with 5 people in its service which makes it impossible to man and control the elaborate animal and livestock resources the state is blessed with, not to talk of harnessing or exploring the economic resources therein.
“The state, in collaboration with the University of Jos, is unable to give its promised funding to the hospital which would have gone a long way in creating the desired impact. Besides, last year, the hospital was gutted by fire because of a tanker accident, and, therefore, looks to the state for support.
“With the handing over of the Polo Hospital to the University of Jos, the state does not have a veterinary hospital again. We appeal to the Governor-Elect to see to the creation of a zonal veterinary hospital as obtained in most states of the federation.”
Former Executive Director, National Veterinary and Research Institute, Vom, and Professor of Veterinary Public Health and Pioneer Dean, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Jos, Prof. Lami Lombin, congratulated the Governor-elect and assured him of the support of the Association to boost animal husbandry in the state.
She noted that Plateau has not taken advantage of Veterinary Medicine over the years to boost its economy as the state lacks human resources in veterinary medicine.
“I am happy that President Goodluck Jonathan encouraged the University of Jos to commence the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Institution now has the faculty which has helped us to begin to have Plateau indigenes in Veterinary Medicine. Because only few people have been there, we had to run to other states to get manpower.”
She expressed confidence in the leadership capability of Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, whom she said will turn around the Plateau economy in the greater interest of the people and to boost human capacity in Veterinary Medicine in the State.
Sunday Adam Jos
The radio division of Unity FM/TV station in Jos, the capital of Plateau State, has suspended one of its popular radio shows called “Unity Train”.
The suspension was announced by Ahmed Tijjani S. Nakande on behalf of the station’s management, as reported by Daily News Breakers. The reason for the suspension is due to the presenters of the program promoting and hyping individuals and organizations without collecting fees for the service.
In the communication, it was stated that there were lapses in monitoring guest speakers and presenters on the flagship program, Unity Train. These lapses resulted in the promotion of individuals and organizations such as the Plateau State Inland Revenue Service and Hon Deborah without collecting any fees. Therefore, the flagship program, Unity Train, is suspended until further notice.
Furthermore, we have identified the presenter and analyst: Bello Lukman and Pam Dung Kwis as well as the the Head, Rabiu Abdullahi and Marketing Manager: Rabiu Sabo who were responsible for monitoring the program. We have found their performance to be lacking in ensuring compliance with our policies and procedures. As a result, we will be deducting a portion of their salaries as a penalty for their laxity.
We take these matters seriously and are committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics in our programming. We will be reviewing our policies and procedures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
“We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in this matter.”
Efforts to get both Bello Lukman and Pam Dung Kwis to comment were unsuccessful as of the time of publishing this report. But credible sources have revealed that the duo have resolved to permanently quit their jobs with the station.
Akpabio ,Abbass endorsed by Tinubu for Senate President and Speaker
The Rulling All Progressive Congress APC has schemed out the north central by rewarding the north west with 2 positions while as the party is known for rewarding good with evil having delivered the party in the zone but rather
The North-central geopolitical zone has been schemed out of the zoning of the various leadership positions in the National Assembly by the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.
This follows the outcome of the meeting between President-elect, Bola Tinubu and some party leaders at Tinubu’s residence in Abuja where former Akwa Ibom Governor Godswill Akpabio from the South-south geopolitical zone was endorsed for Senate President.
It was gathered that the Northwest geopolitical zone was rewarded with the position of the Deputy President of the Senate with Sen Barau Jubrin from Kano North Senatorial District endorsed as Akpabio’s deputy.
The Northwest was also given the position of Speaker of the House of Representatives, with Rep Tajudeen Abbass (Zaria Federal Constituency) selected as Speaker, while the Deputy Speaker position went to the Southeast with Rep Benjamin Kalu (Bende Federal Constituency) endorsed to clinch it.
It was learnt that the exclusion of the North-central zone from the power-sharing generated serious ripples at the meeting but everyone had to bow to the superior position of the president-elect who stood firm in his endorsement of the arrangement.
Two Rep members from the zone, current Deputy Speaker, Ahmed Wase and Yusuf Gagdi, both from Plateau State, had indicated interest in getting the speakership position zoned to the North-central to enable them contest for it.
A source at the meeting however explained that the North-central, Northeast and Southwest were excluded from the NASS positions because they currently already hold the positions of APC National Chairman, Vice President-elect and President-elect, respectively.
He disclosed that those who opposed the zoning of Speaker of the House and deputy president of the Senate to the Northwest were also shut down, culminating in an inexplicable situation where the two positions were zoned to one geopolitical zone.
Actual news learned that the meeting which was presided over by Tinubu had the national chairman of APC, Sen Abdullahi Adamu; APC’s national secretary, Sen Iyiola Omisore; APC’s deputy national chairman, (North), Sen Abubakar kyari and deputy national chairman (South), Chief Emma Eneukwu, in attendance.
Other APC chieftains who attended the meeting were Senate President, Ahmad Lawan; Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila.
“The zoning of the various leadership
positions in the National Assembly by APC was made public today after a meeting presided over by the Presidents-elect in Abuja.
“The positions of Senate president; deputy Senate president; Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the House were given to Senator Godswill Akpabio, Senator Barau Jubrin, Tajudeen Abbas and Benjamin Kalu, in that order.
“The outgoing Senate President, Sen Ahmad Lawan, who renewed his opposition to Akpabio as his successor, could not have his way as his position was turned down by the president-elect. Lawan was overwhelmed and had no option than to succumb,” the source said.
However this development has not gone down well with stakeholders in the north central zone who believes that the action of the president elect is capable of throwing the party into crisis as the epistle of 2915 might rear it’s urgly head as members jettison the party’s arrangements by electing Bokola senate President while Yakubu Dogara as speaker might take centre stage ahead of the inauguration of the 10th assembly as members continue to groan over the actions of the party
Sources says members elected under the party have started secret meetings with members elected under other opposition parties on possible ways of electing thier choice as speaker of the 10th assembly following the actions of the president elect and party
It is believed thier actions might cause the party the Speakership position as the opposition might carry the day following their large number as events unfold this medium will keep its readers posted on the development
Sunday Adam Jos
Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum and Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong has disclosed that Northern Governors of the APC supported power shift to the Southern part of Nigeria in order to promote the unity, peace and stability of Nigeria within the spirit of fairness, equity and justice which the late Premier of the Northern Region Sir Ahmadu Bello stood for.
Lalong was speaking at the 9th Annual Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Lecture on Leadership and Good Governance held in Lafia, Nasarawa State.
He said because the late Sardauna lived a life of accommodation, tolerance, justice and fairness, his legacies have endured long after his demise and continue to inspire leadership in the region and country at large.
“When I led my colleagues the Northern Governors to push for power shift to the south, it was not because we wanted Asiwaju to be President. Rather, we wanted to ensure that justice and fairness prevails in our nation for the unity, peace and harmony. That is what we believe our revered father of blessed memory Sir Ahmadu Bello would do in such circumstances. Fortunately, the party delegates chose Asiwaju who was eventually accepted by Nigerians as he was unanimously elected”.
Lalong urged all Nigerians, both in the North and across the country, to support President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he takes on the mantle of leadership. He said the North is an important stakeholder in the Nigerian project and its contributions towards his election cannot be over emphasized.
The Northern region needs serious attention in various sectors ranging from security, education, infrastructure, agriculture, economic revival and restoration of law and order in various areas that have been ravaged by insecurity.
“It is heartening to note that the Northern Governors Forum, under my leadership, has done a great deal of work on bringing our people together as one people with one a common destiny” he said.
Nasarawa State Governor Engr. Abdullahi Sule said it was a privilege for his state to host the very important event which reminds the region and the nation about the values that Sardauna lived and died for.
He said although there have been challenges in the country after the demise of Sir Ahmadu Bello, some progress has been made which can be built upon to make the Northern Region and Nigeria a better place.
Speaking on the topic “2023 Elections as Panacea for Search for Quality Leadership in Nigeria,” Kenyan Law Professor and pan Africanist Patrick Lumumba said the late Sardauna left behind several lessons for politicians which include his selflessness and sacrifice for the general good.
He said the question of unity and cohesion in Nigeria particularly after the 2023 general elections cannot be over emphasized because Nigeria plays a very key role in the stability of Africa being a giant in all ramifications.
Lumumba stressed that the sacrifices of founding fathers like Sardauna who paid the supreme price should not be left to go in vain but built upon for a greater Nigeria and Africa.
President Muhammadu Buhari in a message delivered by Chief of Staff Prof. Ibrahim Gambari said it is important that Nigerians devote more attention to recruiting quality leaders who are capable of steering the nation in the right direction.
He also said the process of elections should also be looked at and continously improved upon to ensure that those who serve the people have their mandate and also enjoy their support.
Emir of Lafia HRH Sidi Bage said the lecture series is an opportunity opportunity to reflect on the dreams of Sardauna but also a way of putting critical national and regional issues on the front burner.
He thanked Governor Lalong who as Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum worked hard to ensure that the Traditional Institution is given a place in the governance of Nigeria much as it was during the time of the Sardauna.
The next Sardauna Lecture is scheduled to take place in Maiduguri.
Sunday Adam Jos
After going through the rejoinder to Hon Timothy Golu’s column in Leadership paper of 29th April,2023, by one rotduna ibn sekat claiming to be SA to Lalong, I wasn’t surprise by the barren, empty and shallow piece. It is a desperate and vain effort towards covering the shameful, disgraceful and irredeemable so-called rescue administration of Lalong and a true reflection of the incompetent SA’s led by sekat that surrounded Lalong. They misguided the government to crass failure thereby setting Plateau State many years backward.
For the purpose of clarity and information, rotduna ibn sekat even as SA to Lalong is a renowned sychophant moving around from pillar to post searching for the next meal and crumbs and will do anything no matter how bad as long as it will give him the next meal and token to move to the next post for scavenging. Thats the reason why he offered himself as a tool for the shameful and disgraceful write up to get the last crumbs and stipend from the faded and outgoing Lalong administration.
For the fact that top officials of the Lalong administration that are saddle with the responsibility of responding to Hon Golu’s write up which is hinged on the process and procedure for proper transition of power from Lalong to the incoming administration of HE Hon Barr Caleb Mutfwang were all found not worthy for the self destructive job, but rotduna tells you the kind of person he is without shame and conscience.
It is absolutely ridiculous and contradictory that Stephenkat will attempt at describing Hon Golu as a failure because he did not win reelection and at the same time praising Lalong who suffered a crushing defeat in his attempt to escape from Plateau State to the red chambers of the National Assembly (Senate).
Golu has never lost his unit, ward or LGA in his election, but Lalong lost all.
If rotduna was anything near objectivity to alleged that Hon Golu didn’t get back to the green chambers because of poor performance,then what was responsible for the crushing defeat suffered by Lalong in the hands of the PDP senatorial candidate AVM Napoleon Bali? It’s because of the monumental failure of his government and hence the rejection by his own Goemai and people of Plateau South Senatorial ZONE.
If rotduna was anything near conscience and responsible, he would have been ashamed that Lalong even as Chairman Northern Governors Forum have woefully failed to attract any investment to the State, within and outside the shores of Nigeria.
What could be more shameful and disgraceful than Lalong’s inability to complete and commission his own so called legacy projects inspite of the tens of billions he got? What of the compromised State House of Assembly he got to approve reckless loans thereby, indebting the state to a collapsed state of economy?
What is Lalong going to hand over in the next 28 days from now?
I can understand the pains and frustration of rotduna seeing the reality starring on his face that he and Lalong will be handing over to Mutfwang the keys of the Government House the PDP administration under the great Dara Jang build that they failed to maintain and almost taken over by dangerous reptiles and insects. Thank God that Mutfwang has come to redeem it.
Every reasonable person conversant with politics of the PKK and Plateau State knows that Hon Timothy Golu did not lose election but was denied victory by Lalong in connivance with some individuals holding critical positions in the electoral umpire INEC.
Hon Golu has since moved on with his private business and professional life sustaining many people and he is today very relevant in national politics. Its part of his wealth of experience and knowledge brought to bear that stopped Lalong from going to the Senate and his crony to succeed him as the next governor of Plateau State.
It is simply because rotduna does not have wisdom and iota of shame. He would have been quite and not come out to the public to attempt to launder Lalong. That even as Tinubu’s DG he failed to deliver himself, Plateau State to Tinubu and Dr Nentawe to succeed him is enough for him to permanently shut his mouth from the public spaces.
Lalong must be made to properly hand over and the transition committee must leave up to expectations and not to leave any stone unturned as Mutfwang is fully prepared for genuine and people oriented government and sychophants like rotduna will not distract us.
God bless Plateau State.
@isamusakwarshak
Sunday Adam Jos
The President of the Nigerian Institute of Building, Prof Yohana Izam has made an urgent call for the creation of a technology and innovation context for resolving the Nigerian housing crises. He made the call while speaking as guest on a Unity FM radio progamme “setting a housing agenda for the incoming administration” monitored in Jos this morning.
Prof Izam alligned himself with the view that for Nigeria to tackle its housing deficit, incoming administration has to sustain a minimum of 700,000 units of housing annually and this requires a viable technology and innovation framework.
As a demonstration of its contribution the Nigerian Institute of Building plans a workshop on the 10-11 May 2023 at the Abuja International Conference Centre to explore progress in technology and innovation platforms for mass housing delivery in the country. He pointed out that inspite of advancement in material technology, the countrys building industry ha
[01/05, 2:08 pm] VC Bokkos: s not departed from materials and processes that are characterised by wastage, high cost and poor quality. The incoming administration must reposition the housing sector for provsion of affodable housing through the enthronement of competence, professiinalism and cutting edge innovations.
Sunday Adam Jos
The peaceful and successful conduct of the 2023 General elections has been attributed to the fervent prayers offered by religious bodies.
Plateau State Governor-Elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang stated this in Jos at the Award and 2023 support dinner organized by the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Plateau State Chapter.
Barr. Mutfwang, represented by the Deputy Governor-Elect, Hon. Josiphine Piyo noted that prayers offered by the church helped to thwart plans by some elements to derail the electoral process.
He tasked the Church to sustain the prayers for the incoming administration to peacefully take over the reins of power and commence governance on the right footing.
He noted with satisfaction the immense contribution of the Church towards ensuring a progressive and united Plateau where citizens will flourish in prosperity.
“I appreciate the PFN Nigeria, Plateau State chapter for the good work you have been doing towards promoting peaceful co-existence among citizens. I appreciate you also for your prayers before, during and after the 2023 General Elections and I appeal to you to sustain this prayers for the incoming administration to succeed.”
Hon. Piyo who was accompanied by former Chairman of Jos South Local Government Area, Hon. Peter Vwang Dung, expressed the determination of the Governor elect to run an all inclusive government where all shades of opinions and interests, will be considered and given a sense of belonging.
The PFN Chairman, Plateau State Rev. Dr. Steven Dangana said the occasion was to show appreciation and recognize high profile dignitaries who had contributed to service to God and humanity.
“The word of the Lord encourages us to give honour to whom honour is due but even moreso, double honour to the deserving. It is in response to this that we have gathered here to joyfully acknowledge and recognize very distinguished individuals who have over the years made every significant contribution that have greatly impacted the church and society.”
Deputy Chairman Senate Committee on Defence and Senator representing Plateau North, Sen. Istifanus Gyang who represented the Gbong Gwom Jos, His Majesty, Da. Jacob Gyang Buba who was honoured with a meritorious Award for immense contribution to the church and service to human, expressed delight over the recognition.
He expressed gratitude to God and to the leadership of PFN in Plateau State for the prayers and support to the traditional institutions and called for fervent prayers for God’s intervention on the renewed activities of evil people in the state
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, who was represented by the Speaker of Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Nuhu Ayuba Abok was also honoured with an Award for his selfless services. He pledged to continue to support the church in building a formidable society where peace and Justice will reign.
Member representing Riyom Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon. Timothy Dantong, represented member representing Barkin-Ladi/Riyom Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and Senator-Elect for Plateau North, Hon. Simon Mwadkwon.
He expressed joy that the Church has exhibited love, selflessness and is leading in the forefront for enduring peace and unity in the state.
Other Awardees included, Rev. Dr. Gideon Para-Mallam, President and CEO Gideon and Funmi Para-Mallam Peace Foundation; Pastor Dr. W. F. Kumuyi; Rev. Dr. Tor Ujah, President Mission House;
HRM. Prof. James O. Iorzua, the Tor Tiv and President Benue Traditional Council, Hon. Beni Lar, Member House of Representatives, Prof. Suleiman Bogoro, former Executive Secretary TETFUND, Dr. Douye Diri, Governor, Bayelsa State among others.
The Plateau North Senatorial Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the just concluded 2023 General Elections , Barrister GYANG ZI has condemned the senseless and brutal killing of innocent and unarmed citizens of Plateau at;
Rawuru Fan, Tapo Heipang, Wereng, Kwi,
Farin Lamba communities all in the Northern Senatorial district of the State.
Barrister GYANG ZI who was deeply saddened by the fact that these mindless and insensitive attacks on Plateau communities continues unabated with innocent citizens left at the mercy of what he described as evil and mindless criminals who carry out such ungodly acts unabetted.
According to Barrister GYANG ZI, such wickedness without any form of provocation can only be carried out by people who have no conscience and fearof God.
“This is indeed not only condemnable but, characteristically from people who are ungodly and inhuman”
He said, such acts which has persisted over time and has defyed genuine peace building efforts and sacrifice on the path of the indigenous people of Plateau State capable of eroding citizens confidence on those entrusted to protect their lives and properties.
He maintained however, that citizens may have no obtion than to seek for self-help to protect their families and land from those obvious land grabbers.
“Plateau people have long endured these series of attacks and enough is enough he queried.
According to him, those who are responsible for the protection of lives must rise up to the occasion and restore the confidencen of the people or be called to question.
“The killings of my people is one too many and is
either the activities of those criminals are nipped in the bud or people question the presence of the security agencies whose tax payers money is hugely expended on them”
He offered prayers for the repose of the souls of all the departed souls and encourage the people to put their absolute trust in Almighty God.
Barr. Gyang Zi
Sunday Adam Jos
The C³ group (Character, Capacity & Competency) on behalf of its Principal, Prof.(Associate) GOSELLE OBED NANJUL, PhD (Bangor, UK); JP heartily felicitates with the Transition/Handing Over/Inauguration Committee of His Excellency Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, Executive Governor elect of Plateau State.
The group is in love with the wealth of experience of the carefully selected cream of technocrats ably led by Prof.Ganyir Lombin as Chairman and believe in their ability to effectively plan towards the transition and smooth take off of the incoming administration.
The C³ is in particular very optimistic of the ability of the Chairman and the Members of the Committee in discharging their responsibilities and urge all to pray and accord them the necessary support for the success of their duty to Plateau State.
In the euphoria of felicitation,
the group also congratulates the two new appointees of the Governor elect, Mr. Moses Nwan, Mni designated as Senior Special Assistant on Special Duties and Mr Gang Bere as Special Assistant on Media on their well deserved appointments.
Congrats once more BCM👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 .
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau State Governor-elect, Hon. Caleb Mutfwang has made his first appointment since he was declared the winner of the March 18th, 2023 Governorship Election for Plateau State.
The Governor-elect has approved the appointment of Mr. Moses Nwan, mni as Senior Special Assistant (Special Duties) and Mr Gyang Bere as his Special Assistant (Media).
Mr. Moses Nwan, mni is a retired Permanent Secretary with the Plateau State Government, a Community leader and a former local government administrator, while Mr. Gyang Bere is the Correspondent of the Sun Newspaper in charge of Plateau State and current Chairman, Correspondents Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Plateau State Chapter.
In a statement signed by Hon. Yiljap Abraham the Director of Media and Publicity of the Atiku-Okowa/Mutfwang-Piyo Campaign Council Plateau State, the appointments take immediate effect.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau State Governor-elect, Hon. Caleb Mutfwang has made his first appointment since he was declared the winner of the March 18th, 2023 Governorship Election for Plateau State.
The Governor-elect has approved the appointment of Mr. Moses Nwan, mni as Senior Special Assistant (Special Duties) and Mr Gyang Bere as his Special Assistant (Media).
Mr. Moses Nwan, mni is a retired Permanent Secretary with the Plateau State Government, a Community leader and a former local government administrator, while Mr. Gyang Bere is the Correspondent of the Sun Newspaper in charge of Plateau State and current Chairman, Correspondents Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Plateau State Chapter.
In a statement signed by Hon. Yiljap Abraham the Director of Media and Publicity of the Atiku-Okowa/Mutfwang-Piyo Campaign Council Plateau State, the appointments take immediate effect.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau State Governor-elect, Hon. Caleb Mutfwang has made his first appointment since he was declared the winner of the March 18th, 2023 Governorship Election for Plateau State.
The Governor-elect has approved the appointment of Mr. Moses Nwan, mni as Senior Special Assistant (Special Duties) and Mr Gyang Bere as his Special Assistant (Media).
Mr. Moses Nwan, mni is a retired Permanent Secretary with the Plateau State Government, a Community leader and a former local government administrator, while Mr. Gyang Bere is the Correspondent of the Sun Newspaper in charge of Plateau State and current Chairman, Correspondents Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Plateau State Chapter.
In a statement signed by Hon. Yiljap Abraham the Director of Media and Publicity of the Atiku-Okowa/Mutfwang-Piyo Campaign Council Plateau State, the appointments take immediate effect.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau State Governor-elect, Hon. Caleb Mutfwang has made his first appointment since he was declared the winner of the March 18th, 2023 Governorship Election for Plateau State.
The Governor-elect has approved the appointment of Mr. Moses Nwan, mni as Senior Special Assistant (Special Duties) and Mr Gyang Bere as his Special Assistant (Media).
Mr. Moses Nwan, mni is a retired Permanent Secretary with the Plateau State Government, a Community leader and a former local government administrator, while Mr. Gyang Bere is the Correspondent of the Sun Newspaper in charge of Plateau State and current Chairman, Correspondents Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Plateau State Chapter.
In a statement signed by Hon. Yiljap Abraham the Director of Media and Publicity of the Atiku-Okowa/Mutfwang-Piyo Campaign Council Plateau State, the appointments take immediate effect.
Sunday Adam Jos
In continuation of his engagement with key stakeholders, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang, Plateau State Governor-Elect, undertook another visit on April 6, 2023. These are aimed at laying the foundation for the smooth take-off of his administration and providing a realistic template for the seamless conduct of government business towards the realisation of his manifesto without delay.
He was at the Federal Ministry of Mines and Steel headquarters in Abuja where he had a very fruitful interface with the Minister, Olamilekan Adegbite. Certainly, he has shown that he is not an armchair governor-in-waiting. He has portrayed himself as a highly motivated leader who has already began pursuing the agenda on which strength the masses unanimously gave him that remarkable endorsement of March 18, 2023.
But first, let us look at the past to properly situate and contextualise the present gains of that engagement with the minister and the potentials it holds for the future of the state and her people. In the process, we may catch a glimpse of, and appreciate, Barrister Mutfwang’s capacity for both hindsight and foresight – outstanding qualities in a worthy leader.
In an article published in The Economic Geography Journal (Vol. 35, No.2, April 1959), B.W. Hodder stated that in the latter part of the nineteenth century, European travellers noticed what was known as ‘straw tin’ being used by the Hausa for tinning their brass and assumed that it was brought from up north, from across the Sahara Desert.
But in 1884, according to the researcher, it was discovered that the tin had in fact come from the Jos Plateau, known at the time as Bauchi Plateau.
Much later, in March 1990, The Geographical Journal, Vol. 156, No.1, carried a paper written by Michael J. Alexander who traced the discovery of tin on the Jos Plateau to 1700-1750 when it was found near river channels. He explained: “The farmers saw tin minerals and crystals near the river. They realized by mixing tin and iron, they could have stronger agricultural instruments.”
He noted that, by 1760-1770, there were 13 indigenous blacksmith smelters in Naraguta, north of Jos, and that tin had become very popular during the industrial revolution in Europe. Merchants travelled from Tripoli to the Jos Plateau to buy tin, which explains Hodder’s earlier suggestion that this same tin had been found in Tripoli. But it was thought to have originated from what later came to be known as Northern Nigeria.
Alexander sheds more light on this: “The Berom ethnic group were finding and producing tin along the Dilimi River for the ethnic Hausa traders…. The Hausa traders did not want people to know the original source of tin so that is why they put the buying centre in Bauchi.” In 1808, a Briton named Clapperton travelled for three months across the Sahara to find the Naraguta smelters.
By the year 1913, 108 mining companies had to go through the Royal Niger Company to gain access to the mine fields. “A railway was discovered from Zaria to Lagos for the export of tin. By 1943, tin mining on the Jos Plateau was at its peak…. Up to 1960, Jos was the sixth largest producer of tin in the world. Two hundred twenty-five kilometres of land was taken out by tin mining,” Alexander stated.
We have taken this brief excursion down memory lane to, first, illustrate the incredibly rich pedigree of Jos, and indeed Plateau State as a whole, in tin and solid minerals mining generally.
Second, to showcase the fact that there was once a time in the history of this country, nay, even going back to the colonial era, when this tiny slice of the earth, which later came to be known as Plateau State, was one of the biggest geese laying the golden eggs of this nation. For which it was well-acclaimed and acknowledged worldwide.
And, most significantly, when you put the above historical facts side-by-side the governor-elect’s visit to the Minister of Mines and Steel, it shows him as a man who is in perfect cinque with the realities of that past epoch. A man very set to leverage on what is still left of that once huge enterprise and the other solid minerals that abound today in the other parts of the state to lift its economy out of the doldrums.
Of course, tin mining is no more as lucrative as it used to be. Alexander attributed this to the use of plastics and other non-corrosive materials in place of tin cans. Also, because informal artisanal mining has become the order of the day, what comes out of the Plateau is often smuggled out and used to strengthen tin in Brazil, Malaysia and Bolivia because Jos tin is reputed to be much stronger.
He added that because all exploitable minerals belong to government, companies must obtain tin mining leases to access them. But because ordinary miners cannot afford the huge costs, most of them resort to doing the business illegally. And the products end up in the hands of smugglers who make humongous profits at the expense of the desperate miners.
Unfortunately, this is what obtains across board – in all aspects of solid minerals extraction in Plateau State. Herein lies the challenge for the in-coming governor, the minister and key stakeholders. Illegal mining in Plateau State is a multi-million-dollar business. It is so pervasive and largely out of the control of any major state players that it is denying governments, the itinerant miners themselves and the environmentally devastated communities their own rightful share of the proceeds. This brings to the fore the necessity to strictly use ecological funds for which purposes they are statutorily meant.
Parts of Kanam and Wase local government areas are said to be heavily endowed with mineral resources that have for decades been strictly controlled by powerful individuals and cartels that have become laws unto themselves. These must be stopped if the state and its citizens must reap the benefits of their God-given resources.
When properly controlled and managed, the devastation of land caused by the open cast tin mining of the past will be avoided in any such future endeavours.
Also viewed from these perspectives, the imperative of the governor-elect’s visit to the minister becomes even clearer. Experts in the solid minerals sector say that, in tandem with Mr. Mutfwang’s manifesto in this area, there remains a lot to be done. But they agree that these first steps are in the right direction and a positive sign that a great deal will be achieved in this department immediately he takes over.
They suggest a robust utilization of the abundant expertise in some of the parastatals of the Ministry such as the Council of Nigerian Engineers and Geoscientists (COMEG), Mining Cadastre Office (MCO) and the National Metallurgical Development Centre (NMDC), among others, to push through the agenda.
All over the state, solid minerals abound – some of which have not yet been discovered. In fact, there has been talk about the presence of crude oil in those parts of southern Plateau which lie in the Benue trough.
Doubtless, the governor-elect has started oiling the wheels of critical machinery towards the smooth implementation of government policies.
And if the minister’s assurances are anything to go by and Mutfwang’s determination is as solid as it appears, the state is on the cusps of a new dispensation, reminiscent of the golden days of tin mining, in the solid minerals department.
(GYANG is the Chairman of the N.G.O, Journalists Coalition for Citizens’ Rights Initiative – JCCRI. Emails: info@jccri-online.org; chrisgyang01@gmail.com)
Sunday Adam Jos
The Independent National Electoral Commission has disclosed that it has no information of the whereabouts of the suspended Resident Electoral Commissioner of Adamawa State, Hudu Ari.
The commission disclosed this after his action during the supplementary governorship election in Adamawa.
INEC National Commissioner, Festus Okoye disclosed this on Friday while speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily.
Actual news reports that the announcement of the Adamawa supplementary election generated controversy after Ari announced Binani as winner of the poll, while collation had not yet to be concluded.
The Actual news further reports that the electoral umpire summoned Ari to its headquarters in Abuja.
The commission reported Ari’s action to the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Thursday and his suspension was approved by the President, until the completion of an investigation by the Inspector General of Police on the matter.
We don’t know where he is because, after this particular incident, the commission wrote to him and also called him on the phone. He never returned any of the calls; he never answered any of the calls.
We asked him to report to the commission on Sunday, but we didn’t see him. We asked him to report on Monday, but we didn’t see him. So, up till this moment, he has not reported and we don’t know his whereabouts,” Okoye said.
Okoye added that it was the responsibility of the police to declare Ari wanted for failing to report to the commission or answer its calls.
Well, that is the responsibility of the Nigeria Police. If they feel that his presence is absolutely needed during the investigation and he is nowhere to be found, it is their prerogative and discretion to declare him wanted.”
“We wrote to the Inspector General of Police and Secretary to the Government of the Federation. We have received a response from the Inspector General of Police and they have already commenced an investigation.
My understanding is that the moment the Inspector General of Police concludes the investigation regarding the REC and every other individual involved and a prima facie case is established against the REC, the file will be made available to the commission and the commission will begin prosecution of the REC,” he said.
The Executive Chairman Qua’an Pan Local Government Council of Plateau State, Hon. Ernest Abner Da’a, has felicitated with the Muslim Umah on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr 2023.
Hon. Da’a who congratulated all Muslim faithful for the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan, also called on them to replicate the life of kindness, love, tolerance, peace and good neighborliness as exemplified by Prophet Muhammad during his life time on earth.
In a sallah message issued by his Media Adviser, Hon. Stephen Sarki Musa, the Executive Chairman urged the people to; “use this holiday to demonstrate these virtues, reach out to at least one person in need and remember the underprivileged amongst us”.
The Council Boss further admonished that, beyond the holiday, the people should be more reflective about life challenges, praying God to answer the supplications during the Ramadan and continue to live in the consciousness of the message of Eid-el-Fitr everyday.
“The Council and the peace loving people of Quaan-Pan LGA, wish our Muslim brothers and sisters ‘Barka da Sallah’,” Da’a stated.
“May the blessings of Allah (SWT) fill your lives with happiness, success and fulfilment. Once more, congratulations and happy Eid-el Fitr celebrations”
Mathias Yengoet Dajan SSA Media, Publicity and Protocol to the Executive Chairman Qua’an-PanLGC
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Sunday Adam Jos
On behalf of the Deputy Governor-elect, I rejoice with our Muslim Umma on this unique festival of breaking the fast.
I congratulate you particularly for your perseverance, self-discipline and piety all through the Ramadan.
By faith, we trust that God Almighty has received your precious gifts and the intense prayers you have offered on behalf of our State and the whole nation.
The 2023 Ramadan and Eid el-Fitr are particularly of great significance because they have come within our nation’s political transition period. In just about a month away, a new president, state Governors, National Assembly as well as State legislators will be sworn into office in Nigeria’s 24 years of unbroken Democratic journey.
We therefore make this passionate plea to you: heighten your prayers for our country and Plateau State so that all may go well across the entire nation on May 29, 2023 and hereafter.
In addition, we plead with all citizens to re-commit themselves to peaceful neigbourliness. Our communities need peace and secure environments to concentrate on their farming and business activities.
Without peace and security, our communities may be driven into poverty and every form of deprivation.
As the incoming administration, we commit ourselves to offering quality leadership that will unite the people and work hand in hand with them, security agencies as well as people and institutions of goodwill to secure Plateau.
We wish you a very refreshing celebration.
Eid Mubarak!
Barr Caleb Mutfwang
Governor-elect
Plateau State
April 21, 2023
Sunday Adam Jos
Graduands ofTriune Biblical University Global Extension New-York,USA are expected to participate in the forthcoming special convocation ceremony of the institution at the University of Lagos later this month.
In a press release signed by the president of the Triune Biblical University Global Extension New York, USA, Professor Adeleke D.Durojaiye,”few of our graduands will be presented with certificates of honor in various fields during the special convocation ceremony”. These include Akpong Julius Abanshebe and Mbata Fyneray Chukwuemeka will be decorated with doctorate degrees in Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability respectively;Akaakar Florence Olubunmi will be graduated with doctorate degree in International Energy and Natural Resources Law as Adesanya Mercy Olufunmilayo will graduate with doctorate degree in Clinical Linguistics and Psychology; Akanbi James Oluwole and Barrister Joseph Daramola will all bag doctorate degree in Divinity. Others are Iorlumun Engr Benjamin Akaakar will bag Doctor in Engineering management while Ilesanmi Andrew bags Doctor in Political Science. Also at ceremony,
Abdulsalam Akeem Adebisi will be graduated with master’s degree in Electrical Electronic Engineering.
According to a press statement credited to Professor Adeleke D Durojaiye, the President of the Triune Biblical University Global Extension New York USA, “few selected Nigerians will be decorated with honorary doctorate degrees in various categories during the ceremony at the University of Lagos later this month”.
Among the honorary doctorate degree nominees include Prince Segun Ochuko Obayendo, Group Managing Director and CEO of Temple Group and National President of Nigerian Chartered Institute of Transport Administration will be honored with honorary doctorate degree in Safety and Security Management. Prof. Gerald Okeke, former gubernatorial aspirant under the platform of Labour Party and Dr Mrs Olajide Oluwafunmilola, are expected to attend as representatives of the Triune Biblical university Global Extension, USA during the occasion.
Triune Biblical University Global Extension New York, USA as you may recall is holding this event in conjunction with Prowess University Delaware USA and powered by Leadtimes Africa Magazine. Prominent Nigerians with track record in leadership and in professionalism including the President/chairman of council of Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers,Oluwole O.Adeosun will be honoured at the occasion with doctorate degree in Business Administration at the University of Lagos. Other distinguished industrialists and professionals include Mr Emmanuel Odemaypwa, managing director and CEO of Deluxe Residence Limited;Temitope Mark Odigie of TVC; Managing Director/CEO of Tasty Times Nigeria Limited,Mr Isaac Olugbenga Kole;the CEO of Anthomi Properties Nig Ltd, Mrs Utomi Anthonia Ada are to bag doctorate degree in Business Administration of Prowess University,Delaware USA;a renowned personality of global recognition in the creative and entertainment industry,Nancy Isime will be decorated with doctorate degree in Arts and Philosophy of Prowess university,USA.Also listed for honorary doctorate degree at the occasion incude the CEO of Umera Farms Nig, Alao-Akala Olamide Subulade who will be honoured with doctorate degree in Business Administration as well as the Chief Operation Officer of Umera Farms Nig.,Adepoju Yemisi who wins honorary doctorate degree in Human Development and Strategic Management also of Prowess university,Delaware USA;Alhaji Aminu Adamu Tarfa, CEO of Al-bradin Nigeria Limited;the Director- General of Lagos State Safety Commission, Mr Lanre Omojola, is expected to bag honorary doctorate degree in Occupational Health and Safety Management Director,Human Resources Management of Nigerian Shippers Council,Mrs Adaku Okam; CEO Budget Homes properties Ltd, Ohio Flourish Ebozafe;;the Group Chief Executive Officer of BrookHeritage Holdings, Femi Adebayo Olukotun;and the Group Managing Director/CEO of FMN PLC, Mr Paul Gbededo, including Mr Olanrewaju Idowu of Lekki Free Zone Development Company will bag honorary doctorate in Human Resource Management of the Prowess university,USA,others.
According to a press statement credited to Professor Prince Eze C. Nwauba, African Representative of Prowess University, Delaware USA and Professor Adeleke D. Durojaiye, president of Triune Biblical University Global Extension, New York USA: ” Selection for the conferment of honorary doctorate degree awards are based on individual’s track record in leadership and in professionalism for quality service delivery;it is also based on recommendations made by their constituents on the impacts made on their local communities”, the statement added.
Ambassador(Gen) Godwin George Umo, OON, the immediate past Nigerian ambassador to the Vatican and his Spanish counterpart Amb. Dr. Mrs Susan Aderonke Folarin are expected at the ceremony as honorary awardees and guests of honor.
At the ceremony outstanding Nigerian leaders of global recognition will be appointed as Professorial Chairs of Prowess university Delaware, USA.
Sunday Adam Jos
At the forthcoming Leadtimes Africa magazine’s summit on good Governance in Leadership billed for University of Lagos later this month, Amb. (General) Godwin George Umo,OON,
the immediate past Nigerian ambassador to the Holy See(Vatican) will lead the pack of other distinguished Nigerians for honor. General Umo, for his outstanding leadership and service to humanity both within and outside Nigeria will bag doctorate degree award of the Prowess University,Delaware USA in International Law and Diplomacy during the ceremony.
The theme of this year’s edition is titled:Enhancing Accelerated Capacity Building Through Entrepreneurship in governance and the guest lecturer is Professor Basil C. Nwankwo of Kogi state University.
According to the press statement credited to Professor Buba S. Mshelia, Advisory Board chairman of Leadtimes Africa magazine, “two universities including Prowess university, Delaware USA and Triune BIBLICAL University Global Extension New-York USA would confer honorary awards on deserving Nigerians for their exceptional leadership qualities and professionalism in service; Triune BIBLICAL University Global Extension New-York USA will use the occasion to present certificates of honour to its successful graduands and the Prowess University will confer upon the appointment as professorial chairs on four eminent Nigerians including Dr Abubakar Inuwa Tata, Executive chairman of Gombe state Internal Revenue service;Dr Bala Baba Ma’aji,North East Zonal Head of First City Monumental Bank;Dr Remi Olukoya, Lead Consultant/CEO of Pecksgrey Group and; Dr Alecander Utieyin-Scott, Managing Partner of Alex Scott and Partners.
Outstanding personalities nominated for honorary doctorate awards in this epic occasion incude the CEO of Signatures Ltd, Greg Cynthia, who will bag honour in Safety and Security management;Group Executive director of BrookHeritage Holdings,Femi Adebayo Olukotun listed for honorary doctorate award in Business Administration. The Managing Director of PRESCO PLC,Felix Onwuchekwa Nwabuko will be decorated with doctorate in Strategic Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Governance Strategy while the Managing Director of Dynamic Mayor Edge Nig Ltd, Olumayowa Olurishe, will bag honorary doctor in Business Administration; Sir Emmanuel Okere, CEO of Methods Consultants will bag honorary doctor in Human Development and Strategic Management as the CEO of Stand Out
Properties, Sir Bldr Blessing Obomovo will be conferred upon with honorary doctorate in Real Estate Development.
Other honorary doctorate awardees include the CEO of Lucky Bay Homes Nig Ltd, Ujomu Lucky Ikechukwu;Alhaji Ilu Auwal Ahmed, CEO of Ultimate Gas Ltd;the Vice president/CEO of Multi Chase Energy Services,Wole Yusuf;the CEO of Life Card International Investment Company, Grace Ofure Ibhakhomu and the Director of Malvin Meadow School, Chika Mgbamena,is expected to bag honor in Educational Leadership and Management, among others.
In a statement by Professor Prince Eze Nwauba, African Representative of
Prowess university, Delaware, USA/ Registrar/CEO of the Institute of Arts Management and Professional Studies, he stressed on the selection process:”the nomination process was strict and transparent and was anchored on the leadership qualities of the prospective nominees which is very key including the virtues of integrity, transparency and accountability;we also carried out research on the positive impacts made by the various nominees as well as recommendations made on them by their constituents”, the don stated.
Two first Ladies-Amb.(Dr) Mrs Gloria Diri of Bayelsa state and her Kwara state counterpart Amb.(Dr) Mrs Olufolake Abdulrazaq and other prominent Nigerians were honoured last year respectively.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Independent National Electoral Commission has declared the senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress APC Hon Diket Plang the winner of the 25 th February 2023 senatorial election in the district.
The results were declared Saturday afternoon after sorting out the initial problems .
Below are the results of the Senatorial district election
ADC 1544
ADP 447
APC 131129
L.P. 36501
NNPP 529
NRM 317
PDP 127023
SDP 6945
ZLP 505
Total Valid votes 304940
Rejected votes 3822
Total vote cast 308762
Sunday Adam Jos
The APC governorship Candidate Nentawe Yilwatda has released names of Polling Units where over voting was recorded in some parts of Plateau state.
In his petition before the governorship election tribunal, Nentawe said over voting was recorded in Gassa/Sho, Gindin Akwati, Marit Mazat ,Tafan and Rafan registration Areas of Barakin Ladi local government area.
A statement signed by Shittu Bamaiyi the spokesperson of his media team said
Dr Nentawe also revealed that similar atrocities took place in Ta’agbe and Zabwo registration areas of Bassa local government area.
It further reads that “In Bokkos Local government area, Nentawe identified Bokkos,Kwatas, Mushere and Butura registration areas where over voting took place.
The APC governorship Candidate further disclosed that in Jos -East local government area, Fursum, Shere- West and Federe registration areas, were where similar malpractice reportedly occurred.
That is not all, Nentawe said in Jos – North Local government area, especially in Jenta Adamu,Jenta Apata, Jos Jarawa, Naraguta’B’,Tafawa Balewa and Tudun Wada registration areas over voting took place in those areas.
The petitioner further added that in Jos -South,over voting took place in some polling Units of Bukuru, Du, Giring ,Gyel ‘B’, Bukuru ‘A’ ,Zawan ‘A’ and ‘B’ as well as Turu registration areas.
While in Kanam local government area, the petitioner said in parts of Gagdi and Gumshar registration areas, over voting were recorded in those places.
Nentawe continued that in Kwanpe, Pajat, Pishe-Yashi and Waroh registration areas in Langtang North, similar electoral malfeasance was perpetrated in the affected places.
In the same manner, Nentawe continued that Fajul, Gamakai, Mabudi, Sabon Gida, Tangwang and Timbol registration areas of Langtang-South Local government area, were not left out in the over voting fraud.
In Mangu local government area, Nentawe identified Ampang -West, Kerang,Mangu 1and 2, Mangun and Mangu Halle registration areas as places where there were over voting.
According to the petitioner,in Mikang local government area, over voting reportedly took place in Baltep and Tunkus registration areas, while in Pankshin local government area, over voting was recorded in Chip, Kadung and Kangshu registration areas.
The petitioner further stated that in some parts of Quaan Pan, particularly in Kwala Yitla and Namu registration areas, over voting was also recorded in those areas while in Riyom local government area, Rahoss and Sharubutu, the same malpractice reportedly took place in those areas.
Nentawe pointed out that the permanent voter cards collected in the Polling Units affected by over voting or where election was cancelled, is over 30,201 which is the margin of lead between him and Mutfwang.
Sunday Adam Jos
In the bid to curb crimes and criminalities within Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State, the LGC Administration in the area has constructed and handed over a new Divisional Police Office to the Nigerian Police on Wednesday April 12, 2023.
Speaking during the handing over and commissioning of the office in Namu town, the Executive Chairman of Qua’an-Pan Local Government Council, Hon. Ernest Abner Da’a described the event as a fulfilment of his administration’s
assurance to the people of partnering with the various security agencies and outfits within and outside the LGA, towards maximization of their services to secure them.
“You recalled that on assumption of office and in the face of the many security challenges we assured you of impactful partnership with the various security agencies and outfits within and outside of the LGA, towards the maximization of the services of the Army, Police and other recognized outfits, like The Vigilante, Community Police, Neighborhood Watch, among others, to curtail them. Today, I am happy to inform you that this partnership have reduced drastically the level of crimes, criminalities and criminal activities in the Local Government.” Hon Da’a said.
The Chairman added that the securing and establishment of an additional Divisional Police Office in the LGA, with the full status of the office, located in Namu is a further demonstration of practical steps towards curbing security challenges by his Administration
“I am happy to inform you that my Administration has completed the building of the fully fortified office structure, which we are Commissioning and handing it over to the Nigerian Police Force for operational services from today April 12, 2023,’ Hon Da’a said to the applause of the appreciative people.
The Chairman expressed appreciation to the Nigeria Police for their understanding and cooperation towards the establishment of the 2nd Divisional Police Office in the Local Government, and reassured them of the full cooperation of the people of Qua’an-Pan, expressing the hope that the station will boost the Administration’s efforts towards minimizing security breaches within the Local Government Area and its environs to the barest minimum.
” We thank also the Army and other security apparatus for their continued support to the Administration. Together, we assure you Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area will continue to enjoy more peaceful coexistence under peaceful atmosphere,” the Chairman said, while commending members of the Executive, Legislative and Traditional Councils and the people of the Local Government Area for their maximum support towards ensuring that the LGA is taken to the highest level.
While commending the people of Namu for their synergy and cooperation towards the success of the project, Hon. Da’a urged them to see the new facility as their own, and to always protect it and cooperate with the officers.
Speaking at the Commissioning, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, CFR, represented by the Plateau State Commissioner of Police, Plateau State Command, CP Bartholomew Onyeka called on the good people of Namu, to see themselves as partners in progress by creating conducive environment for cordial working relationship and partnership with the Police.
The goodwill message from the Long Pan and President Qua’an-Pan Traditional Council, Nda Emmanuel Dabang, was read by his Representative, the Long Kwo of Kwo Chiefdom, HRH Miskoom Fidelis Longtoe Attahiru II, where he pledged the cooperation of the Traditional Council towards sustainable peace within the LGA.
Other traditional rulers at the occasion included the Long Gamai, represented by the Long Dorok; The Ponzhi Zini and Acting President Langtang North and South Joint Traditional Council; the District Heads of Doemak, Kwa and Kwang.
In his vote of thanks, HRH, the Long Jan, Miskoom Safiyanu Allah-Nana Ill, appreciated the council for coming to the aid of his people, adding that the Police station is unique among other stations in the country, and assured that the police officers posted to the station would be accorded conducive working environment by the community.
Highlights of the event was the Commissioning and unveiling of the office and other facilities meant to aide the operations of the personnel.
Mathias Yengoet Dajan
SSA Media, Publicity and Protocol to the Executive Chairman Qua’an-Pan LGC
Dated: April 12, 2023
From its creation, the historical journey of Plateau State has been that of hope and resilience. Since its founding, our forefathers had hoped that Plateau would be a leading state in Nigeria since it has a good climate and the desired cultures and religious diversity to be an excellent example to many, especially in the Middle Belt and Northern Nigeria. Plateau State had met this goal for some time when it served as the hub of many activities around the country until the early 2000s when an ethnoreligious crisis engulfed the state.
Plateau State, the home of “Peace and Tourism” before the 2000s, was the center for religious and business activities. Since the 1900s, it has been the headquarters for COCIN Church, ECWA Church, and now TEKAN. Roman Catholics have a huge presence with a Major Seminary in the city of Jos and the headquarters of Jama’ Atul Izala, EYN, and ECCN Conferences.
As for business, from the colonial period to Gowon’s military regime, the Plateau served as a mining center whose resources, in addition to the south-south’s oil, were used to build the country into what it is today. For music and sports, Plateau State has served as home to both secular, moral, cultural, and gospel legends like Adu Deme, Christabel Bentu, Panam Percy Paul, Dan Tala, and Dan Maraya Jos.
Politics to militarization, although Yakubu Gowon was the only military Head of State the Middle Belt has produced, every military regime has had Plateau citizens in strategic positions, namely Domkat Bali, Joshua Dogonyaro, Jeremiah Useni, Col. Dungs, and Jonah Jang, as well as many others.
From education to socialization, Plateau has many educational and professional institutions like NIPSS, Kuru; Police Staff College, TCNN, JETS, Islamic University, and the National College of Accountancy. Tourists from the 1970s to 2000s have always chosen Plateau State because of its conducive weather, beautiful landscape, vegetation, and demographics (urban plan); Jos, the capital of Plateau State, is not as densely populated as other bigger cities in Nigeria.
This is not to say that Plateau State has not faced difficult times. From the ethnoreligious crisis that engulfed the state from the early 2000s to recent times, it has experienced dark moments in its history. During this period, the blood of innocent men, women, and children littered the streets of Jos and villages; a period where dead bodies lay on the streets for hours, and some went missing altogether. A period where children and older people cried together day and night. A period where for the first time in the history of this country, citizens experienced bomb blasts in the marketplace, religious gatherings, social gatherings, and schools.
One of the historical bomb blasts that will linger in the memory of the Plateau people forever occurred on Christmas Eve, 2016. This was the period of ethnic cleansing from Dogon Na Hawa to Riyom, Angwan Rogo to Terminus, Bokkos to Mangu, and Miango to Magimgi. These are a few events that make the Plateau people think and wonder if there will ever be a change in the socio-political atmosphere of the state and whether or not, one day, we will have leaders who will stand up and fight for the ordinary person to stop the ethnic cleansing, bomb blasts, and religious crises.
Added to these listed problematic events is the falling standard of education on the Plateau. Although we have the foundations of many schools, many are low in standard and record no modern advanced education growth. Besides private and faith-based schools, Plateau State cannot brag about its public schools. The last time I checked, the Government College, Jos building had fallen apart, and every traveler who passes by sees the dilapidated building as a representation of the collapse of secondary education on the Plateau. There are many dilapidated buildings in the College of Education, Gindiri, and an acute shortage of facilities the government has not supplied to upgrade the school. How about Plateau State University, Bokkos, Plateau State Polytechnic, Jos and Barkin Ladi campuses, School of Nursing, Vom, School of Forestry, Kurgi, and Veterinary School, Vom? When was the last time the Plateau State government recruited new lecturers and professors for efficient teaching and learning in different areas of specialization? How about primary schools? The state government has neglected our primary schools, which are supposed to be foundational schools for children. We see video clips of village pupils sitting in flooded classes during the rainy season to learn. We can go on and on with
these laments.
As for unemployment, too many Plateau youth lack jobs or the capital to start a business. Everything is stagnant on the Plateau. All of these result from bad leadership and governance. We hear politicians stealing and stashing our resources abroad or in other states. We also see governors traveling abroad regularly for no reason, accompanied by a considerable entourage. This must stop.
Despite all the cries, the fear, the anxiety, and the uncertainty we are experiencing, Plateau people still demonstrate hope. Plateau people remain hopeful people in every aspect of life. Considering all they go through, it takes only optimistic people to go and vote in 2023. This hope keeps us awake at night, and this hope causes people to continue to go to their farms, students and pupils to continue to go to the same public schools, and for women to continue to carry their yams and potatoes on their heads for sale. It takes hope for pastors, priests, and Imams to preach to their congregations, “let us pray for Plateau State.” I imagine many clergymen tell their congregation, “Let us pray for Plateau State,” and their response would be, “for how long?” Despite the suffering, poverty, and struggles, you hardly hear anyone committing suicide. In my lifetime, I do not know of any who has committed suicide on the Plateau.
Mr. Governor-elect, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang I am sure you are aware of all the things I mentioned in this reflection. If you are unawareof all the things I mentioned in this reflection. If you are unaware of any, please tour the seventeen LGAs of Plateau State. I hope you have a plan that addresses the needs of the Plateau people. I hope your four-year tenure will not be business as usual. I hope you will provide security to our people. I hope you will not be an “Abuja Governor.” I hope your appointments will not be based on ethnicity and denominational biases instead of competence. I hope you will not pretend to see the state of Government College Jos, Government College, Gingiri, and Government College, Kabir. I hope you will not avert your eyes when traveling by road to Abuja when you see the condition of Government Science School, Kuru.
I hope your administration will not be celebrated only by paying civil servants their entitlement. I hope you will be the “People’s Governor,” not the president’s “House Boy.” I hope you will be a governor who cares for the people, youth, women, and children. I hope you will empower as many youths as possible to be financially and academically independent. I hope you will build a strong business network. I hope farmers would smile on the Plateau.
Mr. Governor elect, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang, we have come a long way and cannot return. We have hope that our dark days will be turned into brighter nights, “for sorrows last for the night, but joy comes in the morning.”
Mr. Governor, you can take Plateau people to their promised land or have them stagnate in one place for the next four years, but we will never go back to the yesteryears between 2000 to early 2023.
God bless Plateau State, and God bless Nigeria.
Sir Kefas Lamak,
University of Iowa.
lamakkefas@gmail.com
Sunday Adam Jos
The plateau state governor elect Caleb Mutfwang has called on all Christian faithful in the state to live to the fullfilment of our saviour Jesus Christ
According to him l bring you warm greetings in this historic season as we remember the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ and His glorious resurrection!
This period affords us the opportunity to meditate on God’s ultimate plan for the salvation of mankind which has been brought to full manifestation upon His resurrection.
The Deputy Governor-elect and I congratulate Christian faithful in this Easter season.
I also congratulate those who observed the lent period leading to Good Friday. I trust that you learnt valuable lessons in drawing close to the Lord.
I admonish that we do not allow this Easter to pass on as a mere ritual. Instead, let it be a period of true reflection on the virtues of sacrificial love and the renewal of life and hope.
As we look forward to a New Plateau, may the God of Heaven saturate us with the burden of sacrifice and love, which is demonstrated by us striving to be our brother’s keeper. This would go a long way in helping us forget our differences and UNITE as a people for the great task ahead of rebuilding our dear and blessed State.
May Plateau indeed witness the glory of resurrection!
Security Agencies seal Assembly complex
Tension,fear and anxiety has enveloped premises of the Plateau State House of Assembly, as the State Command of the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies took charge and sealed off the complex, following renewed power tussle between two members of the Assembly, who are laying claims to the Speakership.
Yakubu Sanda the embattled speaker of the plateau state House of assembly was recognised as the Speaker until Monday 3rd April 2023 , when a high court in the state, declared that the hitherto impeached Speaker, Abok Ayuba, is the authentic Speaker of the House, being illegally removed from office.
On Tuesday, Nuhu Abok presided over sitting were it passed bills with some of the members of the state assembly 6 from the people’s democratic party PDP, 7 from the Rulling All Progressive Congress APC while labour party has 2 totaling 15 members as the Sanda faction obtained a stay of execution order and also appealed against the Monday reinstatement of Nuhu Abok
Early Wednesday morning, as Nuhu Abok attempted to resume sitting the other faction also attempted same as the two speakers were billed to hold plenary, thereby, raising tension.
But the security agents intervened, with about 15 security vehicles deployed and stationed at strategic locations around te vicinity of the Assembly, while security personnel in uniform and mufti patrolled the area restricting the public from having access to the road linking the state assembly
Vehicles were diverted from the entire area to other routes, as supporters of the two camps, who were preparing to occupy the House, could not do so.
The state Commissioner of Police, Bartholomew Onyeka, held a meeting with Nuhu Abok group of 11 members of the House Wednesday morning.
Nuhu Abok shortly after the meeting with the police commissioner along side his counsel Barrister Ishaka Chuwong Paul said the meeting was fruitful as the police commissioner pleaded with him not to resume sitting pending when tension calms down
Abok further says the police commissioner assured him of adequate security as his continuous his legislative duties as the lawful speaker
Efforts to reach the embattled speaker Yakubu sanda proved abortive as several calls to his phone is ignored
This political wrong place among these letters will no doubt, further polarize the political atmosphere in the state, coupled with the uncertainties created by the last gubernatorial election.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau Police Command Spokesperson, DSP Alfred Alabo said that the move was to forestall breakdown of law of order around the assembly.
Alabo said that they learnt that supporters of politicians were coming around the assembly to protest and that the police move was to ensure that peace is maintained.
“If the politicians’ supporters come around, it is going to affect traffic, and it may lead to breakdown of law and order.
“In order to save lives and property, we took that action so that we can control security arrangements within the Plateau State House of Assembly area.
“If nothing happens, the security move will be relaxed and everything will return to normal,” he explained
Some members of the Plateau State House of Assembly have appealed the Judgement reinstating Abok Ayuba as Speaker of the State House of Assembly.
Chairman House Commitee on Information Daniel Na’anlong, who stated this while addressing Newsmen in Jos, said they are approaching the appreal Court to seek for stay of execution.
Describing the event as beauty of Democracy, Na’anlong noted that they have confidence in the Country’s Judiciary, stressing that if the Judgement of the Appeal Court is in favour of Abok, the House has the liberty of going to the Supreme Court.
He argued that the impeachment took place when Abok was Speaker of the House under the APC and has now defected to the PDP, which said makes the seat vacant according to the Constitution.
He emphasized that the House only allowed Abok to enter the premises of the Assembly due to the respect they have for the rule of law and the Judiciary.
Na’anlong said the APC in Plateau State is not divided but is focused on giving the people the best legislation as well as ensure a smooth transition from one Democratically elected Government to another.
Sunday Adam Jos
Senator I. D. Gyang has welcome the verdict of Court that reinstated Rt Hon Abok as Speaker PLHA and holds that it is a triumph for the rule of law and common sense.
The Senator says the verdict has vindicated Rt Hon Abok and restored the dignity of the state Assembly from Executive tyranny and reckless legislative partisanship.
It would be recalled that at the onset of the illegal and unconstitutional impeachment of Speaker Abok, Senator Gyang brought the matter before the Nigerian Senate in Plenary pointing to Executive interference and manipulation for orchestrating the unfortunate illegality.
The Clerk of the Plateau state house of Assembly and the Commissioner of Police, Plateau state have been served with the orders of court reinstating Abok Ayuba as Speaker of the Plateau state house of Assembly.
Chuwang Paul, Counsel to the Gwottson Fom, Member representing Jos South State constituency and Tyem Pirfa Jinfa, Member representing Langtang North North Constituency who were claimant in the matter confirmed that the Clerk and the CP were served with the order of court on Monday.
Justice Nafisat Lawal Musa of the State High Court Sitting in Jos, on Monday reinstated Abok Ayuba as Speaker, Plateau House of Assembly 18 months after he was impeached by some members of the House
Justice Musa Reinstated Abok Ayuba as the speaker of the Plateau state house of Assembly while granting an injunction restraining the current speaker, Yakubu Sanda from parading himself as the Speaker of the Plateau state house of Assembly
The court granted that, the sum of 20 million naira be paid as exemplary damages to the claimants and went further to make a consequential order to the effect that all the emoluments , salaries, bonuses and allowances of the re-instated Speaker be paid him from from 28 of October 2021 till the day of the expiration of his term as the speaker of the Plateau state house of Assembly.
The Judgement also awarded the sum of N1.5M to be paid as the cost of appearance in favour of counsel to the claimant while another sum of N138, 350:00 is to be paid as cost for filling the suit.
The reinstated Speaker who made a short appearance at the Plateau state house of assembly complex after the judgment indicated that he will resume his position as speaker without any rancour.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau State House of Assembly has described as rumour the purported court order for the reinstatement of the former Speaker, Abok Ayuba.
Briefing the media at the Plateau State House of Assembly complex today, the House majority leader and Chairman House Committee on Information, Na’anlong Daniel, said the House is not aware of any court judgement as they have not been serve with any.
“First and famous I want you to understand that the House of Assembly is a respectable institution of law, is a law abiding institution, is a product of law just as all the members of the Plateau State House of Assembly. We are confident in the judiciary and we have confident in our democracy.
want to tell you categorically here that it is a rumour that is actually going round that the former speaker have obtained judgement from a court of law. While as a house, I’m speaking in my capacity as the chairman on information, I have called the speaker, I have called the Clark to get clarity on the issue and to the best of my knowledge, the House have not been serve with any court judgement.
“So we are not aware of any court judgement and until then, and I also want you to understand that even if there is a judgement to that effect, the House still have the right to appeal the judgement and also to ask for stay of execution. So but until then, we cannot work with rumour, that is the position of the House.”
“If there is any court judgement then the House need to be served, you cannot take any decision over what you don’t know, so what we are hearing since we were not in the court, the house cannot take rumour from outside and assumed to be the position of the court. Until otherwise the court serve the House of Assembly with the judgement, which of course even at that, the House still have the right to appeal the matter. So we cannot have two captains in a Sheep, it has to be one, but for now there is no vacuum and Yakubu Sanda is still the speaker of Plateau State House of Assembly.” He added
Na’anlong noted that as the defendant in the case and even the House of Assembly as an institution was not aware that there was going to be judgement on the case today. Saying as defendant, he should have been served but he was not served and he was not aware of the judgement, it took them as a surprise.
Meanwhile, earlier today Justice Nefisa L. Musa of the State High court in Jos delivered the judgement, ordering the reinstatement of the former Plateau State Assembly Speaker, Abok Ayuba who was impeached in October, 2021.
Sunday Adam Jos
Plateau State Governor-elect Barr Caleb Mutfwang has extended an invitation to Governor Simon Bako Lalong and the APC Governorship Candidate in the March 18 election, Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda to join him in building a state that will be more united, secure and prosperous.
“I appeal to my brother, Dr Nentawe to come Let’s work together. Plateau is bigger than all of us.
“I appeal to Governor Lalong not to dissipate energy, but he should come Let’s work together. I am not after anybody. We were not elected to probe anybody, but we were elected to make sure that the lives of the people become better. And that is our focus; that us our agenda.”
Barr Mutfwan made the appeal in a vote of thanks after receiving his certificate of return from INEC and afterward at a reception to mark the event.
He acknowledged Dr Patrick Dakum of the Labour Party for his maturity and brotherhood in putting a call through and congratulating him shortly after INEC declared him as winner of the governorship election.
“If anybody tells you this election was rigged, he is living in the sky. There’s no way we would have rigged the election. This is a vote by the people, for the people and of the people.”
He thanked those who voted for and against his team.
“The election is over. It is time for governance. It is time to put hearts together and see what is in the best interest of Plateau. How can we move Plateau forward? This should be the concern for every genuine Plateau person.”
Yiljap Abraham
Director
The Directorate of Media and Publicity
Mutfwang-Piyo Campaign Council
Plateau State
March 31,2023
The Director General of the Plateau Peace Building Agency, Mr Joseph Lengmang has called on citizens to shun all forms of Ethno-Religious hatred in the electioneering process which may undermine the successes or modest achievements recorded over the years in restoring relative peace in Plateau State.
Lengmang said this while addressing selected media creative stakeholders at the premises of the Agency Today, Thursday 30th March as the Plateau State Peace Building Agency (PPBA) held its monthly coordinated media meeting.
He acknowledged the role of citizens and all stakeholders for their efforts in ensuring a peaceful 2023 electioneering process in Plateau state while calling on the good people of the state to desist from any form of ethno-religious hatred and post-electoral violence.
“In every election there will always be one form of violent or conflict contestation and dispute over electoral outcome but generally the election was peaceful here in plateau state and we would like to commend the media on the coverage of the just-concluded elections.”
“We call on those who won to be Magnanimous and those who lost to show Grace in defeat. We need to collectively work together as it is no longer politicking but about governance. Discontented individuals and bodies should adapt institutional mechanisms to address violations and seek redress rather than inciting dispute and using ethnoreligious hatred, as it undermines the successes of the electoral process and creates unnecessary wages among citizens due to political differences.” He Said
The Director General also disclosed that the meeting is aimed at strategizing and highlighting measures to manage the outcome of the just concluded election and measures to Mitigate conflict between herders and farmers as the wet season sets in Plateau State.
Sunday Adam Jos
The Plateau State House of Assembly, has Screen and Confirm Pharmacist Fibian Yilshal Agwo, as the Executive Secretary Plateau State Drugs and Medical Commodities Management Agency.
This follows a communication from the Executive Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong, as presented by the Speaker of the house. Rt Hon Yakubu Yackson Sanda, at Tuesday’s plenary.
The house also slated 4th April 2023, for the second reading for. A bill for a law to establish the Office of the Surveyor General of Plateau State, standing in the name of the house Deputy Speaker. Rt. Hon Saleh S. Yipmong.
In the same vain, the house also consider A Bill for a law to Establish the Plateau State House of Assembly Service Commission law and to Repeal the Plateau State House of Assembly Service Commission law 2003, as presented by the house Majority leader Hon Naanlong Daniel.
Wednesday 29th March 2023 is fixed for further consideration, alterations and addition, as observed by members, during the plenary.
Sunday Adam Jos
We have read with utter consternation an article attempting to denigrate the revered person and hallowed office of the President of the Court of Appeal, Honourable Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem.
The writers, under the assumed name “@HillSpring-PatrioticPlateauVoice” are alleging that this eminent daughter of Plateau and esteemed jurist of no mean repute is “already working tirelessly to forcefully and illegally retrieve from Hon. Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, Plateau State Governor Elect, the mandate entrusted him by the majority of Plateau People.”
We hereby place it on record that this is not, and can never be the position or even shared sentiment of the Governor-elect of Plateau State, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang.
His call to the Nigerian Bar as a Solicitor and Advocate of the Supreme Court in 1989 had set him on a distinguished career and budding legal practice that has spanned some 34 years.
So, Barr Mutfwang knows and appreciates the discipline and interconnectedness that are the hallmarks of the legal practice.
He can never speak or authorise any disparaging publication against anyone, let alone a very senior and brilliant legal luminary of the stature of the Honourable Justice Dongban-Mensem – no matter how alluring the perceived benefits may be.
To do so will not only be professionally unethical, but it will also breach his core values as a man of faith, a family man and his style of politics.
Barr Mutfwang has repeatedly conveyed to audiences within and outside Plateau by personal, physical speech and media engagements, that his emergence at the polls has entirely been due to two key factors: The finger of God and the will of the people of Plateau State.
He maintains that the Judiciary, security services and INEC have reservoirs of immensely capable and impeccably credible Nigerians who can be depended upon to defend and uphold the cause of justice, fair play, equity and the deepening of Nigeria’s democracy. He holds them, and many other Nigerian professionals in the highest regards.
Barr Mutfwang will never resort to or agree with name calling, character assassination and libellous publications as ways of enhancing his political career or retaining the mandate he currently holds which is both divine and a product of the trust of the people of Plateau State.
We suspect that this may be a deliberate attempt by those who lost out at the polls to paint Barr. Mutfwang in bad light before the judiciary in the hope of gaining favour for the needless petition they intend to file.
The spontaneous reactions right across Plateau State and even beyond the state’s borders are undeniable pointers to the popularity of this public trust.
What the incoming Mutfwang Administration desires to see is a greater uplifting and better attention to accelerating the performance of the Judiciary as a whole.
This cannot be compromised in anyway, and for whatever motive.
Yiljap Abraham
Director,
The Directorate of Media & Publicity,
Mutfwang-Piyo Campaign Council,
Plateau State
25.03.2023
Sunday Adam Jos
The drums are silent. The spontaneous celebrations that greeted the announcement of Caleb Mutfwang as winner of the March 18 Plateau State gubernatorial election are over. At least for now.
It is time to start strategizing for governance. Serious governance.
Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. In Plateau State, the crown will be studded with thorns for the in-coming governor. The burdens he will inherit will be enormous and the weight of expectations of citizens is incredibly heavy, to say the least.
Victory, like the sweet smelling rose, attracts butterflies, other insects, even bees. Which sting. The governor-elect must apply wisdom and discernment to distinguish harmless insects from those that sting. These have the potential of inflicting pain and derailing his vision for this state which has suffered so much in the last eight years.
Political analysts suggest that he must stamp his foot down and not allow political jobbers, the bees, poison him into stupor, failure. The good thing, however, is that even his ardent critics and detractors agree that he possesses the grit to withstand all negative forces and confidently march on to meet the yearnings of citizens.
But have no doubt about this: the nature and prospects of a new government can be assessed by its initial steps. Therefore, Mutfwang should be very circumspect in the first steps he takes. Especially in the coming days when the heat will be on him as he begins assembling his team.
Is it better to step on toes now and attain success ultimately than pander to the whims of self-serving individuals now and reap the sour rewards later? Would a courageous and resolute leader not mind stepping on some toes here and there to pull through his vision? Some say that that would amount to political suicide. Perhaps?
Whatever be the case, Plateau State is on the brink today because in the last eight years it was saddled with a leadership that had no vision, lacked courage and was not decisive in handling critical matters of state. Barrister Mutfwang does not lack these requisite leadership qualities and values.
The buck always ends at the table of the leader, at the end of the day. But that is not all. All successes and failures also end up on his head. It is based on these that his tenure shall be finally adjudged to have either failed or succeeded.
At the end, the leader is left to himself, a solitary figure, to bear his own cross. He and he alone will account to God and man for his time on the exalted seat of power.
Then the butterflies, other insects and the bees would have already flown away to once again find another victim to suck, without any compunction whatsoever.
That is the cruel reality of leadership.
Surely, it is not all that glitters around Mutfwang at the moment that is gold. Therefore, he must studiously and dispassionately look about him and carefully select the seeds from the chaff. He must not fall into the quagmire of looking for familiar faces, considering personal relationships, giving in to the deceptions of eye-service merchants in apportionments key into and critical positions.
Of course, personal ties and such other considerations cannot be completely discountenanced while making appointments in a political system such as ours which thrives on patronage. But the overriding consideration should be merit and competence – if Plateau must move on from its current state of stasis.
Certainly, politicians, friends, bankers, businessmen and women, etc, would now be intensely lobbying and justling for plum political positions, contracts, government accounts and so on. Some will even set up 24-tents and lay siege at the residence and everywhere the governor-elect turns.
It is all part of the game, a necessary evil. But he must be able to see beyond the veils of self-seeking individuals and groups for whom access to power and its perks is nothing but an enterprise in self-enrichment.
Which is why Plateau State has been adrift in the last eight years. Mutfwang must avoid that destructive cesspit.
Social commentators assert that his job was distinctly cut out for him that fateful day the results were announced. There were unprecedented celebrations within and outside the state, even among Plateau citizens and other Nigerians in The Diaspora.
This is because of the strategic place Plateau occupies in the geo-politics of Nigeria, especially in core northern Nigeria.
Have we forgotten the efficacy of prayers on the Plateau? During the kick-off of the PDP campaigns at Shendam, Baba Jang knelt, prayed and made supplications on behalf of the people and state. In this most trying moment in the annals of the state, citizens must seek God’s face for forbearance and forgiveness, both Muslims and Christians.
That should be the starting point in this endeavour to set things right in this devastated land.
There is an urgent need for divine intervention as the next government takes over. No doubt, the state has been taken to the alters of strange gods and exposed to forces and principalities.
Plateau citizens have confidently placed their destiny in the hands of Mutfwang for renewal. They are rest assured that he will handle it with love, compassion and courage.
Time without number, he has shown that, indeed, he will not allow it slip from his fingers, fall and break.
They are certain that, despite the frightening and grim challenges on ground, their great expectations will be met – through diligent leadership and management of abundant human and scarce material resources.
(GYANG is the Chairman of the N.G.O, Journalists Coalition for Citizens’ Rights Initiative – JCCRI. Emails: info@jccri-online.org; chrisgyang01@gmail.com)
Sunday Adam Jos
The battle to head the incoming House of Representatives has commenced in full force as lawmakers are now meeting to navigate the thorny journey.
Lawmakers from different geopolitical zones have been meeting to mobilize both the old and the new members to give them momentum.
The race appears to be favouring the Northcentral, Northwest and Southeast because the president-elect, Bola Tinubu and his Vice, Kashim Shettima are from the Southwest and Northeast, respectively.
Also, religion will have an impact on this election because both Tinubu and Shettima are Muslims, hence, there will be a need for balance. The religious balance could happen in the Senate or the House of Representatives.
Also, unlike the incumbent president that has been very aloof in leadership tussle in his party, many believe that the president-elect is a different breed of politician. Several politicians have been trying to show that they have the nod of Tinubu.
However, with the history of rebellion in the House, the ruling party is in a tight spot. APC currently has 162 members, while the PDP has 102 members.
It would be recalled that rebellion in the House produced the leadership in 2011 and 2015. Without a clear majority, the APC may face another round of rebellion.
Here are some of the lawmakers in the battle for Gbajabiamila’s job.
Deputy Speaker Idris Wase (Plateau, Northcentral)
Deputy Speaker Wase is expected to announce his bid for the seat in a few days as he is waiting for an announcement by the ruling party.
Wase has been with Gbajabiamila for a long time since he was appointed as deputy Majority Leader to Gbajabiamila in 2018. They did a joint ticket in 2019. In addition, he has been with the ACN since 2007.
However, Wase’s temperament is a major factor. As the deputy speaker, he has had open confrontations with several lawmakers.
He will have to battle another Plateau lawmaker in this race.
Yusuf Gagdi (Plateau Northcentral)
The former Plateau State House of Assembly member is also a strong contender in the race.
He is yet to officially declare, but DAILY POST learnt he has been meeting with journalists and others ahead of any decision by the party.
Gagdi’s relationship with Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau, who served as the Director General of the Tinubu Campaign Organization may count for him.
Also, Gagdi is equally close to the Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila.
He is also dogged by temperament issues, as he has had one or two face-off with other members in the current assembly.
Alhassan Doguwa
Doguwa, the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives has never hidden his desire to become the Speaker.
However, Doguwa is currently in a trouble that is bigger than chasing the speakership. He is facing trial over the alleged killing of some persons during a confrontation between APC and NNPP supporters in the February presidential and National Assembly elections.
Even his election has been declared inconclusive. Ordinarily, Doguwa would have gotten the backing of 23 other lawmakers from Kano, however, 17 of them are members of the NNPP.
Ben Kalu
In the event that the Senate Presidency is moved away from the south, Kalu, one of the few lawmakers from the Southeast, will be in a good position.
Although, his leader, Orji Kalu is running to be Senate President, however, with strong contenders from Northwest, the Speakership may become some sort of compensation to Kalu.
Muktar Betara
The Chairman House Committee on Appropriation is another contender. The media shy Betara is believed to be involved in serious deliberation.
However, he is from Borno State, the same state as Shettima, the Vice President-elect.
Although, in 2019, Gbajabiamila emerged as Speaker despite being from the same region as Yemi Osinbajo.
In a few weeks, the picture will become clearer, especially when the APC releases its zoning arrangement.
Sunday Adam Jos
FILES] Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba
Two Jos based businessmen, Moses Dalyop and Abdulmumuni Yakubu, have sued IGP Usman Baba over their alleged unlawful arrest, demanding N10 billion as damages.
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Other respondents in the suit filed at the Plateau High Court in Jos are the Nigerian Police Force, DCP Olatunji Disu, Chuangyue Industrial Nig. Ltd, and Chen Taohong.
businessmen, in the suit filed by their lawyer, Gyang Zi, are seeking the court’s enforcement of their fundamental human rights, alleging unlawful arrest, assault, torture, detention, embarrassment, harassment, pain, and inconveniences caused to them.
In the process filed on Friday and made available to newsmen in Jos, the claimants who have been in police detention for one week, urged the court to declare their detention unlawful.
They also urged the court give an order of perpetual injunction restraining the respondents either by themselves, servants, privies, or officers from further arresting, torturing, humiliating, harassing, threatening or detaining them in connection with the case.
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The claimants further demanded an order directing the respondents to release them from their custody forthwith.
Grounds upon which the reliefs were sought were that the two claimants were arrested on Jan. 13 and Jan. 14, respectively by men of the Police Force Intelligence Unit and were taken to A Division Police station, Jos.
According to the Affidavit deposed to, they were later moved to FCT, Abuja, and detained in the custody of DCP Olatunji Disu, Officer in charge of Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT).
Zi said that his clients were arrested based on the complaint of the Chuangyue Industrial Nig. LTD and Chen Taohong to IRT.
Counsel to the complainants, Mr Gyang Zi who filed the suit described the conduct of the respondents against his clients as a violation of the provision of chapter IV of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended.
Zi argued that the detention of his clients violated their fundamental rights before the eyes of the law.
The legal practitioner explained that Ellipse Industries Limited and Chuangyue Industrial Nig LTD and Chen Taohong had a joint venture agreement.
Based on the terms of the agreement, Ellipse Industries Limited was entitled to 30 per cent of mined products while Chuangyue Industrial Nigeria Limited is entitled to 70 per cent.
However, the venture agreement between the parties in dispute later became a subject of misunderstanding leading to the 4th and 5th defendants’ business partners engaging the men of the Nigeria Police to arrest and detain the applicants
Sunday Adam Jos
An NGO, Oxfam, has organised a two-day training on Early Warning Early Response (EWER) mechanism toward tackling electoral violence for selected stakeholders from Jos North and Jos South Local Government Areas of Plateau.
Declaring the training open on Friday in Jos, Dr Vincent Ahonsi, the Country Director of Oxfam in Nigeria, said that the training is part of projects tagged ”Strengthening Mechanism for Early Warning Response to Electoral Violence”.
He explained that the project , funded by Start Fund currently being implemented in Plateau and Kano State, aimed at creating sustainable early warning and warning response systems that would mitigate escalation of conflicts in communities
Ahonsi said that the exercise aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence and harmony in communities before, during and after elections.
”I am pleased to welcome you all to this two-day training on EWER system.
”This training aims at Strengthening community capacity to adopt mechanisms that promote peaceful co-existence, understanding the triggers of violence, mitigation measures and build trust among
various stakeholders within communities in Kano and Plateau states.
”It is anticipated that the capacity of stakeholders across communities which have been built on will translate to sustainable measures towards peaceful co-existence and more resilient communities in the face of triggers of violent conflicts.
”I hope the skills and competency these participants will acquire will result to more enlightened and resilient communities where conflicts are mitigated, and peace achieved,”he said.
The country director maintained that the project is being implemented in collaboration with the Center for the Advocacy of Justice & Rights (CAJR)
and Centre for Human Rights and Social Advancement (CEFSAN).
In a brief welcome address, Mr Daniel Audu, the Project Coordinator of Oxfam, said that participants at the training were drawn from Ministries Departments and Agencies (MDAs), religious and
traditional leaders, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Youth and Women groups, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), the media among others
Sunday Adam Jos
The Governorship candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress in Plateau Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda has vowed to challenge his defeat in court alleging that the polls were rigged.
Dr. Nentawe made this statement when a group of party faithful and loyalists paid him a courtesy visit in his home, shortly after the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the candidate of the PDP, Barr Caleb Mutfwang winner of the March 18th polls.
Dr. Nentawe was quoted as saying “We are sincere in our hearts and our votes, We didn’t rig anywhere, but in two local Governments they (PDP) came with a difference of over one hundred thousand and we knew it was rigged”
We reported low voter turnout and yet the votes increased with over 30 percent, so how can low voter turnout become high voting turnout? We will have BVAS records and challenge it in court and collect our mandate” He said.
Nentawe urged his supporters to remain hopeful and stand by him. he called on them to be civil and not insult anyone but just to stand by the mandate of the party in Plateau.
Dr. Nentawe was a former Resident Electoral Commissioner in Benue state who only last year resign his position to contest for governorship under the platform of the APC.
He emerged as the party Gubernatorial flagbearer under circumstances that many party faithful describe as manipulative amongst whom was the Gurber candidate of the Labour Party, Dr Patrick Dakum who later decamped and finished 3rd in the polls.
The APC candidate lost with 481,370 against the candidate of the PDP, Barr Caleb Mutfwang who polled a total of 525,299.
Labour Party’s, Dr Patrick Dakum who finished a far 3rd with 60,310 votes, has since called the candidate of the PDP to congratulate him.
Sunday Adam Jos
The State Agent of the Peoples Democratic Party in Plateau State, Barr Gyang Pam Davou has called for the immediate arrest of the Chairman of the local Governement Council of Jos North, Hon Bala Usman over misconduct at the collation center in Jos North for the March 18th Governorship And State Assembly Election.
Barr Gyang Davou, made the call on Monday 20th March at the State Governorship Collation Center, while results for Jos North Local Government Area were presented, with the Local Government returning officer giving a report for the absence of Narraguta B Ward which he said was not captured.
He alleged that the Council boss, Hon Bala Usman was responsible for the missing Bimodal Voter Accreditation System BVAS and the disappearance of the INEC Adhoc staff.
“What Happened in Jos North was very unfortunate and an act of criminality, as BVAS and INEC ad-hoc staff disappeared into thin air. It is very unfortunate that the election took place and people disappeared with Government Property and shows the level of desperation by some politicians”.
The Chairman of the Local Government Council is not supposed to come into the collation center and was the one making a case for the ad-hoc staff that was absent. I am calling for his arrest because he knows where the BVAS is and was also responsible for the absence of the INEC ad-hoc staff. He was mediating between the people that were not seen and the collation officer”.
“So he should be arrested and prosecuted as a deterrent to serve as a deterrent that people should allow the process to continue without unnecessary obstructions”. Barr Gyang Davou stated
Sunday Adam Jos
The opposition people’s democratic party PDP now the winner of the just concluded governorship elections have formed majority in the 10th assembly by clearing 16 seats out of the 24 seats in the state House of assembly while the Rulling All Progressive Congress APC that lost the governorship election won 7 seats with Young people’s party YPP wining one seat
It would be recalled that the APC former majority in the 9th assembly will take the seat of minority in the 10th assembly
Below are names and constituents
Happiness Akwu Pengana PDP
Timothy Dantong Riyom PDP
Fom Gwatson Jos South PDP
Bala fwangje Mangu South PDP
Timothy Dantong Riyom PDP
Jiwe Barkin ladi PDP
Dengi APC
Kanatana APC
Quan pan North PDP
Quan pan South pending
Joseph Gokun Kanke APC
Pankshin south PDP
Pankshin North YPP
Joe Bukar Shendam APC
Langtang North North PDP
Langtang South PDP
Langtang North Central PDP
Wase APC
Agabak Ibrahim Rukubu irigwe PDP
Ibrahim Ahmed Jos North north APC
Danjuma Azi Jos North West PDP
Ishaku Maren Yobo Bokkos PDP
Mohammed Mangu north east PDP
Itse Azi Jos East Apc
PDP 16 Members Elected
APC 7 Members Elected
YPP 1 Member Elected
Sunday Adam Jos
The Opposition Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), Caleb Mufwang has won Saturday’s Governorship election in the state to governor.
The Returning Officer of the Governorship election, Prof Idris Amali declared Caleb Mufwang winner of the election with 522, 337 total number of votes to defect his fierce rival Nantawe yilwatda of the Rulling All Progressive Congress APC who scored 493,610 to win the 2023 plateau state governorship election
He says Caleb Mufwang was declared the winner having satisfied the requirements of the law with the highest number of vote casts and spread across the 17 Local Government Areas of the State.
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