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PRESS RELEASE. The Jama'atu Nasril Islam Plateau State chapter under the leadership of His Royal Highness the Emir of Wase, Dr Muhammad Sambo Haruna, wishes to express it's immense gratitude to Almighty Allah for giving us yet another opportunity to celebrate Eid el Kabir, despite the turbulence humanity is passing through due to the covid 19 Pandemic, which has brought untold hardship and suffering to the world. We are particularly glad about this year's Eid despite it's limited opportunities of worship and socialisation. In that regard we urge Muslims in the state to observe the Eid with diligent adherence to the covid 19 protocols as laid down by the government and also as directed by   the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs. Muslims are also enjoined to celebrate with the fear of Allah, show Love and kindness to one another as well as neighbours, regardless of differences in belief and ethnicity. Equally important to stress, is the need for prud

Management Committee Chairman of Jos North Local Government Shehu Bala Usman has call on Muslims faithful to emulate the virtuous life of total obedience,love, peace, togetherness, Justice, and self-sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim as the celebrate this year Eid- el- Kabir.   The Chairman in a statement urged Muslims Ummah to use the occasion to extend hands of support and show of love and good neighborliness as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim and upheld by Prophet Muhammad. Usman said Eid el Kabir should be a period for renewing the spirit of compassion to fellow Man and sacrifice in the service of the  society. Usman regretted how Muslims will celebrate this years Eid el Kabir  amid prevailing COVID 19 pandemic calls for a sober reflection, especially on the many lives already lost in the country on the account of the scourge. The statement adds, as the pandemic continues to ravage our people,it requires the concerted effort of all to combat it and half its transmission among

SALLAH MESSAGE I, Hon Shehu Bala Usman, Management Committee Chairman of Jos North Local Government on behalf of the the Council Secretary, Leader, Councilors, Traditional Rulers, Staff and peace and Hospitable people of Jos North Local Government Area heartily felicitates with the Captain of rescue administration on the Plateau and Chairman Northern Governors Forum,  Rt Hon, Barrister, Dr Simon Bako Lalong, His Deputy Professor Sunny Tyoden, the Speaker and Members of Plateau state House of Assembly, Members of the state Executive Council and indeed the Muslim Ummah in Jos North Local and beyond on the occasion of this year Eid el Kabir celebration. I enjoy the Islamic faithful to emulate the Holy Prophet Muhammad by imbibing the ideals of the sacrifice as exemplified by the Prophet Ibrahim. As we are aware, Eid el Kabir is a season of love, peace, togetherness and sacrifice, and even though this year's celebration coincides with the COVID 19 pandemic ravaging the worl

The outbreak of the Coronavirus has really affected students nationwide and globally. All primary school pupils, secondary school students, polytechnic students, college students, and University students are restricted from going to school. Recently, the federal government has announced that graduating students can resume to schools, immediately after Salah celebration. Graduating students (pry 6, jss3, and sss3 students) are to write their exams this year. However, all secondary, primary, and University students should take note of this points: 1. Students that wants to sit for WAEC should take note that the date for WAEC commencement has been fixed, it commences on the 18th of August 2020. 2. Students are encouraged to read their books ahead of the upcoming examination. This will go a long way. 3. All students should not believe any fake news circulating around about date for school Resumption. 4. All students should follow the precautionary measures and guidelines of Cov

PRESS STATEMENT NORTHERN GOVERNORS CONDEMN ATTACK ON BORNO GOVERNOR’S CONVOY, MOURN AFENIFERE LEADER PA FASANMI The Northern Governors Forum has condemned the attack on the convoy of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State, describing the act as callous and reprehensible. Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong in a statement said the attack on Governor Zulum’s convoy who was on his way to Baga, a commercial town in Kukawa Local Government Area to personally distribute relief materials to internally displaced persons for the Sallah celebrations was another desperate attempt by criminal elements to sabotage the efforts of the Governor towards reducing the suffering of vulnerable people who have been traumatized by terrorists. Governor Lalong said “this regrettable attack shows the desperation by enemies of peace and humanity at large to jeopardize all efforts towards making life easier for victims of violence in the State over the years. T

A Soldier salary is 49,000 forty nine thousand naira, some no accommodation they rent house outside the barrack no risk allowance  instead they sleep inside bush fought to defend the Nation. Where is the change?  Change should start with the National assembly: = A Senator receives N36,000,000 (thirty-six million Naira) monthly. If this is divided into two = N18,000,000 million (Eighteen million Naira). The second half which is N18,000,000 (eighteen million Naira) can be used to employ 200 Nigerians, each earning a salary of N90,000 (ninety thousand Naira) monthly. When you multiply 200 people with the number of Senators (109), this will give 21,800 Nigerians gainful employment. In short, 200 Nigerians will be able to live a comfortable life on half a Senator’s monthly salary. A member of the House of Representatives receives a salary of N25,000,000 (tenty-five million Naira) monthly. If this salary is divided in two = N12,500,000 (twelve million and five hundred thousand Na

National President, Mupun Cultural And Development Association MUCDA, Chief Pedro Ardiyel Dafur, FCA has been honoured by the National Association Of Nigerian Students NANS. In a brief ceremony in Jos,he was presented with an Outstanding Performance Award 2020 by the NANS Director Of Special Duties. Receiving the Award,the MUCDA President appreciated NANS for the recognition and dedicated it to the entire Mupun Nation saying their support has placed MUCDA where it rightfully belongs. He assured that he will continue to do more in leading the Mupun people with firm uprightness and commitment.

GOVERNOR LALONG'S DIRECTIVES ON COVID-19,VERY POSITIVE DESPITE INCREASE IN NUMBER OF POSITIVE CASES. MY VISIT TO THE SPORTS COUNCIL THIS MORNING. Out of curiosity I heard the COVID-19 compulsory testing as directed by His Excellency Governor Simon Bako Lalong is billed to hold for staff of the Plateau State Sports Council today so I swooped in to scoop some info. I learnt it will be for all round sports men and women as such athletes gathered in their numbers waiting for officials from the health bodies to arrive. I saw them in their numbers at strategic positions and also learning that some had come and gone leaving information that once the health officials arrive they should be called upon,this I can confirm some persons I overheard on phone talking. From my little chat with some of them it is expected that when the entire sportsmen and women are tested,then it will be a good thing in knowing the status of so many Plateau persons as the sports council is seen to host

1. Gentlemen of the media, I welcome you to this press briefing which is primarily to give you an update on our fight against the Corona virus pandemic in Plateau State. 2. You will recall that since the lifting of the lockdown and movement restrictions was announced by the Executive Governor, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Simon Bako Lalong, the major charge was for residents of Plateau State to take personal responsibility for their health and that of others. 3. The Governor also directed the mandatory use of face masks in all public places as well as adherence to other guidelines such as social distancing, use of hand sanitizers and hand washing among others. 4. In addition, the Governor directed that more public enlightenment and publicity be carried out along with community engagement so as to have the buy-in of all stakeholders. 5. The Governor also made efforts to increase the Covid-19 testing facilities in the State. I am happy to inform you that as at today, we have 3

MUPUN NATION RECORDS TREMENDOUS SUCCESS: TO SUSTAIN THE FIGHT AGAINST DRUG/SUBSTANCE ABUSE. The Mupun Community Hall, Lankan over the weekend played host to some stakeholders of the Mupun Nation such as the Traditional Council,MUCDA National Executives, Religious Institutions lead by CAN,Women,Youths etc The event was the closing ceremony of the six months Anti Drug Campaign across Mupun Land which started on the 23rd November 2019. Addressing the gathering, coordinator of the programme and a mupun son,Mr Panshak Dawal said the programme took a five step multifaceted approach to help deal with the menace identifying stand points to include Primary and Secondary Schools, Worship Centers,Identified sports ordinarily called Jungles and Public spaces such as markets. Dawal who is also the State Coordinator of a support NGO,HELP INTERNATIONAL reeled out some of the outcomes of the campaign to include a -Visit and awareness to 39 of the 42 primary schools in mupun land where a to

The Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President on Media and Publicity, Laolu Akande, on Wednesday, said there was no truth in some reports claiming that Magu told the presidential panel probing him that he gave Osinbajo N4bn after the vice president asked him to release part of the recovered loot Akande, in a statement made available to journalists, described the report as false and baseless. 

Plateau State House of Assembly has renewed the extension of tenure of management committee of Barkin Ladi, Jos South, Riyom and Jos North Local Government Councils for the period of three months with effect from 10th July, 2020.  The Speaker Abok Ayuba, in a statement states that the management committee secretary of Barkin Ladi should act in place of the Chairman, pending the appointment of a substantive management committee chairman. The statement adds that all supervisory Councillors stand dissolved.

PLASU PUTS IN PLACE SAFETY PROTOCOL MEASURES TO GUARANTEE   SAFETY OF STUDENTS, STAFF AND VISITORS PRESS RELEASE                                             8th July, 2020   Following the release of N50 million to Plateau State University, Bokkos by Plateau State Government as Covid 19 Response Funds, the management of the University has unveiled safety and protocol materials in a bid to guarantee the safety of staff, students and visitors to the University. Unveiling the safety and protocol materials made up of a refurbished refuse collection vehicle, an incinerator, infrared forehead thermometers, touch free sanitizer dispensers, auto soap dispensers, wash hand basins and other safety facilities acquired by the COVID 19 Hygiene and Sanitation Committee, Professor Izam said with the COVID 19 pandemic ravaging nations, institutions and societies, the University needs to adapt to the new normal by adhering to all safety protocols preparatory to resumption by its

The Vice Chancellor of Plateau State University, Bokkos, Professor Yohana Daniel Izam says the University has introduced the “equality criteria ratio” in its admission policy to cater for the needs of the University’s catchment areas.   Professor Izam disclosed this while interfacing with the Plateau State House of Assembly Committee on Education led by its Chairman, Hon. Eric Pianlat Dakogol who were in the University on an oversight function. Professor Izam stated however, that merit will never be compromised in admitting qualified students and the recruitment of staff, who must possess the requisite teaching qualifications. Professor Izam said beyond the equality criteria ratio, some disadvantaged local governments, often draw the attention of the admission committee. According to Izam, since he assumed duties he has strived to provide opportunities for people of diverse backgrounds since the University is a multi-cultural community adding that the institutio

The Federal Government is to build a concrete bridge over the Wase Waterways in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State as replacement for the recently collapsed Wase Bridge in the state.  Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, disclosed this in Abuja when he met with the Plateau State Governor, Simon Lalong.  In a statement issued on Tuesday by the ministry’s Director, Press and Public Relations, Boade Akinola, the minister stated the government would provide a short term relief to facilitate movement among communities disconnected as a result of the collapse. He told the governor that the temporary relief would be undertaken by the Federal Controller of Works in Plateau State, in collaboration with the state government and chairman of Wase Local Government.  Fashola said the new concrete bridge would be a long term solution to the perennial problem which the bridge had suffered as a result of heavy rainfall.  The ministry explained that the design of the br

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has extended the closing date of tax debt payments in the country. In a statement issued on Wednesday by FIRS Director of Communications, Abdullahi Ahmad, the agency moved its waiver of penalty and interest window on tax debts owned by individuals and businesses from June 30 to August 31st, 2020. He noted that the agency’s boss, Muhammad Nami, approved the extension as a “follow up to a number of palliative measures devised by the FIRS to cushion the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Nigerian economy.” According to him, the move is to support tax-paying individuals and business entities in the country. “Taxpayers are advised to note that there will be no further extension of this palliative measure. Tax debtors are therefore enjoined to liquidate their outstanding tax liabilities on or before 31st August 2020 in order to enjoy a waiver of accumulated penalties and interests,” Nami was quoted as saying. FIRS Chairman explained

It's no more news that the embattled Acting Chairman of The Economic and Financial Crime Commission EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, is facing an uncertain future as his sit continue to hover on the air due  to the fact that the Ayo Salame led Panel recommended for his suspension to pave the way for a free investigation in line with standard procedures. As the Presidential Panel led by Justice Ayo Salami, a former President of the Court of Appeal, continued with its interrogation of the embattled Magu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. And pending any possible outcome of the investigation led by the Panel, the presidency is already shopping for his possible replacement according to several sources. The names of four people including a retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG), a retired Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) and two serving police commissioners have been pencilled. It had been reported in June, 2020, that "AGF Malami had suggested three names for Pre

By Justin Jattim A sociopolitical group, Plateau Rescue Front has revealed how Governor Simon Lalong is de-marketing the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State due to his nepotistic leadership style. Plateau Rescue Front stated this in a letter written to President Muhammadu Buhari by their Coordinator, Francis Kwarpo and made available to our correspondent in Jos on Tuesday. The group accused Governor Lalong of favoring his political zone in terms of infrastructures and appointments ”…Governor’s rating on social justice has been very low as he has established himself as highly nepotistic with little or no consideration for the diversity of Plateau state while favoring only people from his natal zone. ” A case in point is the worrying report that the State Government intends to site the Teaching Hospital for the state university which permanent site is in Bokkos, at his  home LG of Shendam which is about 250km away.” The noted They therefore urged President Buhari

Nigeria’s central bank devalued the naira at one of its curency auctions, according to people familiar with the matter. The weakening comes after Governor Godwin Emefiele   last month that the bank plans to unify its multiple exchange rates to improve the transparency of its currency-management system. At an auction for importers on Friday, the central bank asked that bids for foreign exchange be made at 380 naira per dollar, compared with 360 previously, the people said, asking not to be identified because they’re not authorized to speak to the media. Isaac Okorafor, a spokesman for the central bank, didn’t answer calls to his mobile phone or reply to messages seeking comment. The bank previously devalued the currency in March, when it adjusted the official peg against the dollar to 360 from 307. There’s another rate for investors and exporters known as the nafex window, which acts as a spot-rate for the naira. The nafex -- which has been relatively stable around 388 per d

The Plateau State Covid 19 team set up by Governor Simon Bako Lalong may have made a head way towards finding a cure to the pandemic ravaging the world. The Committee headed by Noel Newman Wannang,  a Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Jos, who  is also the Director, General Studies of the University and the Secretary General of West African Postgraduate College of Pharmacists (WAPCP) disclosed this on Tuesday July 7, 2020, said the drugs may be the antidote to Covid 19.  The Committee, according to the team, formulated 3 cocktails, Coded Cov Pla1, Cov Pla 2 and Cov Pla3. For severe, moderate and mild respectively. All the formulations are from plant materials The Committee said the drugs showed promising antiviral activities that can be a novel treatment for covid 19.  "The three candidate drugs have undergone preclinical stages.  "We did insilico, invivo and invitro studies. Results showed antiviral activities with possible cure

Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has commenced exercise "Camp Highland" for its cadets 67th Regular Course and Short Service Course 46th. The exercise, holding at the Leadership Centre, Shere Hills, Jos, had 630 cadets from the NDA as participants. Declaring  the exercise open on Tuesday, Maj.-Gen Jamil Sarham, the Commandant of the Academy, said the exercise would last for three weeks Sarham explained that the exercise aimed at ascertaining the level of preparedness of cadets, as they would soon be commissioned into the Nigerian Armed Forces. "The aim of this exercise is to ascertain the level of preparation of the final year students of the NDA who are getting ready to be commissioned into the armed forces. "It is to ascertain their military competencies, leadership command and control. "It also an avenue to test their ability to work as a team at all times," he said. The commandant added that the exercise wo

WHILE in detention during the General Ibrahim Babangida regime, Dr. Beko  Ransome-Kuti became so frail and collapsed in court. His brother, Olufela, would not take that lightly. He called those of us in the media who are his friends to his house for a briefing.  As he was talking, he saw his brother, Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kudi on the front page of The Guardian chastising medical workers who were on strike at the time for not having enough regard for the lives of their patients. Said Fela: “My brother too don dey talk like person we no well as him dey work with people wey no well. Doctor life no important to protect before him go protect patient?” This came back powerfully to me last week when I got to the details of the fight my friend, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN, was engaged with some lawmakers in Abuja. The junior minister for Labour and Productivity who was one the best screened for the job blew his top and issued a very angry statement after the encounter. I was even going

As against the report by Channels TV which was reechoed by other media houses about a purported arrest of the Acting Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Malam Ibrahim Magu, the DSS denied the report. The Public Relations Officer, Department of State Services, Mr Peter Afunanya, Ph.D National Headquarters, in Abuja yesterday, issued a statement denying the reports and said: “The Department of State Services (DSS) wishes to inform the public that it did not arrest Ibrahim MAGU, Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as has been reported by sections of the media. “The Service, has since, today, 6th July, 2020, been inundated with enquiries over the alleged arrest.” He concluded. But the spokesman of the DSS in their usual modus has not shed any light on the reason behind the invitation of the EFCC Boss.

Anambra, Enugu, Kwara and Plateau states topped the list of states that failed to access over N66.8 billion from the Universal Basic Education (UBE) Fund since 2017. YouthHubAfrica reports the four states combined were the only states yet to access UBE Funds since 2017 with over N4.06 billion in Education funds domiciled with the UBE Commission. Executive director YouthHubAfrica, Rotimi Olawale, who made this known in a statement, explained that the revelation follows the analysis of the response from the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request filled by the organisation. He stated: “Following the analysis of the response from the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request filed by YouthHubAfrica in March 2020, it was discovered that Anambra, Enugu, Kwara, and Plateau topped the list of states that have failed to access over 66.8 billion Naira from the Universal Basic Education (UBE) Fu

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has announced new appointments and redeployments in the National Oil Company, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen and reposition NNPC for greater efficiency, transparency and profitability in line with the Next Level Agenda of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. Mr. Adokiye Tombomieye, the Group General Manager, Crude Oil Marketing Division (COMD), has been appointed the new Chief Operating Officer (COO), Upstream while Mr. Mohammed Abdulkabir Ahmed, the Managing Director of the Nigerian Gas Marketing Company (NGMC), has been  appointed the new Chief Operating Officer, Corporate Services, following the retirement of  Engr. Farouk Garba Sa’id,  last week. A release by the corporation’s Group General Manager, Group Public Affairs Division, Dr. Kennie Obateru, stated that the change witnessed the redeployment of Engr. Adeyemi Adetunji, the Chief Operating Officer, Upstream, to the Ventures & Busin

PRESS STATEMENT AGAIN, GOVERNOR LALONG AND FAMILY TEST NEGATIVE TO COVID-19. For the second time, Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong, members of his family and immediate staff have tested negative to the Corona virus. This follows another test conducted on the Governor and his household as a result of the recent cases recorded within his cabinet when a Commissioner and his Chief of Staff tested positive. This necessitated the Governor and members of his family to subject themselves to another test on 4th July, 2020 having conducted the test in April 2020 which all turned out negative. Reacting to the development, Governor Lalong said “I have continued to encourage people to subject themselves to Covid-19 test which is very important for us to determine the magnitude of the disease and level of the spread in order to curb further spread and treat people before they get to critical stages. Submitting myself and family to another test was therefore necessary

Nasarawa NMA Chairman, 64 Health Workers Infected With COVID-19 By Justin Jattim The Chairman of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) in Nasarawa State, Dr Bulus Peter, has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). Dr Bulus confirmed his health status to Channels Television on Saturday. He said he developed some symptoms of the disease as a result of his fieldwork activities of attending to COVID-19 patients at the isolation centre in Lafia, the state capital. The NMA chairman, however, noted that he was already receiving treatment at an isolated part of his home and was responding to treatment. “It is confirmed by the result from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) that I have contracted COVID-19, but I am now responding to treatment,” he stated. Dr Bulus added, “As at July 3, the total number of healthcare workers who tested positive for COVID-19 in Nasarawa are 65 – public health facilities workers 51 and private health workers 14. “The local gov