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GOVERNOR LALONG'S NEW YEAR MESSAGE  Governor Simon Bako Lalong has congratulated Plateau State citizens Nigerians for witnessing the year 2021. The Governor in a message said despite the challenges of the outgone year, Nigerians should be optimistic and pray for recovery and progress.  Lalong said the economic challenges brought about by COVID-19 and recession can only be overcome by deliberate synergy between the Government, private sector and citizens in pursuing set objectives that will create opportunities for recovery and growth.  He said "We must all join hands together to overcome COVID-19 which adversely affected our economy last year remains a threat that could cause disruptions in the new year because of the second wave. While Government intensifies action in tackling the disease, the citizens must take personal responsibility for their health and and that of others by strictly observing COVID-19 protocols at all times. Government shall not hesitate to ta

KANAM LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMAN SENDS HIS WARM REGARDS YUSUF GARGA ADDS ANOTHER YEAR. The Executive Chairman of Kanam LGA, Hon Wokdung Adamu Abbas has celebrated the iconic philanthropist, a humanitarian leader and the Hon commissioner, Plateau State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development Hon Alh (Dr) Dayyabu Yusuf Garga on the occasion of his Birthday. While Congratulating with the celebrant, Hon Wokdung described Garga as a true accomplice, a humanitarian leader, a patriotic Son of Kanam soil who is always committed to the welfare and overall Development of kanam LGA and Plateau State by extension. Wokdung has however appreciate the humane nature of Hon Garga in the Areas of Community Services, Development and total upliftment of the downtrodden Members of his Community and indeed the larger society. The Chairman Wishes Hon Alh Dr Dayyabu Garga more fruitful years of Community Services and philanthropism with stability of Allah's Rahama, Iman

TRADE UNIONS SENSITISE MEMBERS ON CURRENT DEVELOPMENT  State Officials of the all trade unions in the Local Government System in Plateau State have sensitised their members on current developments as it affects the negotiation for the implementation of the thirty thousand Naira minimum wage.  The five unions whose local government chapter officials gathered at the Nigeria Union of Teachers NUT hall in ANGULDI ZAWAN in Jos south local government Area were told to ignore rumours making the round that their state chapter officials have compromised. The five unions are the Nigeria union of Teachers, Nigeria union of local government employees, that of medical and health workers union, National Association of Nigeria Nurses and midwifes, and None Academic staff union in the primary Education system.  Chairman of the joint sitting, and state chapter chairman of the Nigeria union of teachers, Gana Ayuba Was emphatic that they have remained resolute in pursuing what is due to

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO A BOSS, A FATHER, A MENTOR AND A MOTIVATOR DAYYABU GARGA ➕1 TODAY. Dear boss, your dedication, determination, and vision inspires me to always give our best, I appreciate having someone wonderful like you at the helm of affairs. It has taken some time for me to distill my thoughts and pen my tribute to the man of the people, Dayyabu Yusuf Garga. You are great man of God which he has positioned to bless our generation! You have transformed so many lives and you are still doing more. In spite of my stubbornness, you've always been there for me financially, prayerfully, morally and catching me whenever I stumble and fall. Thought words are insufficient to capture the breath of my thoughts, I will try to give you the essence as I write about someone who is seasoned humanitarian, who is thorough and unassuming, dogged, adventurous and dependable selfless and diligent in any task he embarks upon; devoted to worthy causes; highly performing and em

CONSTRUCTION OF KANAM ICT CENTER IN PROGRESS. Below is the picture of the ongoing construction work of the kanam ICT CENTER initiated by the Makwakass Rural Re-engineering Projects(MRRP) Phase ll in Kanam LGA, Plateau State. The ICT CENTER when completed will be used as a JAMB CENTER for prospective candidates seeking admission in to institutions of higher learning. The gigantic project is situated inside Kanam LGC Secretariat, Dengi. The proposed JAMB CENTER has the capacity of accommodating over one thousand users at a time. By implication, the council would procure over a thousand computers system in order to make the ICT CENTER more functional and effective for public utility. Bashir Auta. Senior Special assistant to the executive chairman (Media and publicity) 30th December, 2020.

FUNERAL SERVICE FOR LATE DR EDWIN RINGKWAT  Burial arrangements of late Dr Edwin Ringkwat is as follows: Date : 31st December, 2020, Corpse leaves old JUTH Mortuary by 7:00am to COCIN LCC Vodni premises, pushit, Mangu Local Government for Funeral rite.  Final internment at family compound, Vodni.  Meanwhile, there will be Service of Songs at his residence No. 14th, 11th Avenue, Federal Low Cost Jos on the 30th December 2020, by 4:00pm.  As Announced by the Family.

PLATEAU STATE GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES ADJUSTMENTS TO RESUMPTION DATES FOR SCHOOLS IN THE STATE. The plateau state ministry of higher Education has announced resumption date for all Tertiary institutions in the state.  Commissioner of the ministry Kakmena Goteng Audu in a  statement to that effect disclosed that tertiary institutions are to resume on the 18th of January 2021 inline with the position of the federal government Presidential task force on COVID 19. The commissioner directs all heads of tertiary institutions in the state to comply strictly to the resumption date and to also ensure that they adhere strictly to COVID 19 protocols already Established by government. Similarly the  ministry of secondary Education has reversed its  earlier announced date of resumption for primary and secondary schools in the state.  A statement which conveys the adjustment reveals that contrary to the earlier announced date of 4th of January 2021, the new date of resumption is the 18th of

GOVERNOR LALONG CONDOLES PLATEAU YORUBA COMMUNITY OVER DEMISE OF CHIEF TOYE OGUNSUYI Governor Simon Bako Lalong has commiserated with the Yoruba community and people of Plateau State over the demise of former President-General of the Yoruba Community in Plateau State, Chief Toye Ogunsuyi who died at the age of 88. Governor Lalong in a condolence message said the octogenarian’s death was a great loss to the people of Plateau State, particularly the Yoruba community which he served and led for many years.  Lalong said Chief Toye Ogunsuyi is one of the leaders that consistently fought for peace, justice and harmony in Plateau State by galvanising people of different tribes, faiths and political persuations to respect one another and live in peace. The Governor said Baba, who was one time Deputy President General of Yoruba in the North played a key role in diffusing tension during the period of crises in Jos and also ensured that the process of reconciliation, forgiveness and c

LATE KAKA HALIMA NALUNG DAKON SARPIYA LAID TO REST WITH THE LORD Resting in the Bursom of the most high, the family of Late Mai Angela Baba Damon Sarpiya of Bidol Ampang West laid to rest a loving Wife, Mother, Grand Mother, and Great Grand Mother.  Late Kaka Halima Making Dakon Sarpiya was born on the 23rd of February 1930, died on the 26th of December 2020. Late  Kaka is to be buried Wednesday, 30th December 2020 at the Family burial Ground, Ampang West, Mangu LGA, Plateau State. Late Kaka Halima Nalung Dakon Sarpiya born to the Family of Late Da Baba David and Na Kaka Nayok of Nkrom Pwaskwang of Timjahas in Kerang District of Mangu Local Government is survived by seven (7) children, namely:- 1. Late Fidelia Hassan (Daughter) 2. Late Margret (Daughter) 3. Danyaro Dakon (Son) 4. Lilian Theophilus (Daughter) 5. Late Briskila Dakon (Daughter) 6. Alfred Dakon (Son) 7. Irmiya Sarpiya (Son). She is also survived by Twenty-two (22) grandchildren, Ten (10) great grandchildren, fr

PRESIDENT BUHARI: GOVERNMENT WILL WRESTLE FOOD INFLATION IN THE COMING YEAR   President Muhammadu Buhari has given his words that the administration will keep a keen eye on food inflation in the New Year while giving a strong directive to the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, not to give any money for food importation. Speaking at the fifth regular meeting with the Presidential Economic Advisory Council held on Tuesday at the State House in Abuja, President Buhari directed that the CBN “must not give money to import food. Already about seven states are producing all the rice we need. We must eat what we produce.” In taking note of the strides made in agricultural production following the program of diversification from over reliance on oil instituted by his administration, President Buhari wondered where the country would have found itself by now in view of the devastating economic crisis brought about by COVID-19 if the country had not embraced agriculture. “Going back to the

HON. WOKDUNG ADAMU ABBAS TOUCHING MORE LIVES AS AN ELECTED LEADER. By Justin Jattim Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State has since October 11th, 2018 marked the beginning of Government Inclusive Participation where the views and opinions of every citizen, regardless of his social and economic status, religion, tribe or party affiliation is heard, respected and given due consideration.  Owing to the emergence of a young, visionary, resilient and selfless Chairman, coupled with his predetermined commitment towards ushering a sustainable people friendly and responsive Government, Security of Lives and Property, Rural/Urban Development Programs which encompasses Rural/Urban Road Network, Rural/Urban Water Works, Constructions of Bridges, Culverts and Drainages, Installation of Solar Power Street Lights, Construction of  Maternity, Construction of Primary Health Care (PHC) across the 20 Electoral Wards, Constructing the Village Heads Palace across the Local G

MRS SARAH DAKUM GIVES BACK TO SOCIETY WHILE ATTAINIING DIAMOND JUBILEE. Mrs Sarah Patrick Dakum in celebrating her 60th birthday anniversary decided to give back to society in appreciation to God Almighty for spearing her life and allowing her celebrate her Diamond Jubilee in one peace. Sarah Patrick Dakum, the wife of the Chief Executive Officer of the famous Institute of Human Virology Abuja-Nigeria, decided to build and commission an Examination Hall to the Government Secondary School Jiblik named Dakum Hall. The supportive wife and loving mother equally donated Jerseys, footballs and an iron goal posts in honor of her late son,Daniel Dakum, a great lover of  football. These activities were possible as their daughter In-law came back to assist in the educational transformation of their community.  The Commissioning ceremony started with the School anthem of Government Secondary School Jiblik, welcoming  guests to the birthday celebration of Mrs. Sarah Dakum,

GEN. BALI WAS AN EPITOME OF INTEGRITY - LALONG  Photo Credit: Josiah Junvulu Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has described the late Minister of Defence and Chief of Defence Staff General Domkat Yah Bali as an epitome of humility, courage and integrity.  Governor Lalong said this at the funeral service for the late General held at the Headquarters of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) Jos.  Lalong said throughout his lifetime, Gen. Bali demonstrated discipline, commitment, diligence and valour in his duties where he rose to the peak of his career retiring as a four-star General.  He emphasized that Gen. Bali's most cherished virtue which he always displayed even at the last moments was integrity.  "He was a man who had a lot of opportunities in life but was never arrogant or haughty. He remainded principled, steadfast and truthful in his dealings. Indeed he brought pride to Plateau State as a worthy son who accomplis

PPA WISHES TALLEN QUICK RECOVERY FROM COVID-19 ASYMPTOMATIC STAGE Community newspaper proprietors on the Plateau on the auspice of their association, Plateau Publishers Association (PPA), wishes the Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen, quick recovery from asymptomatic stage of the Covid-19.  Tallen who tested positive on 26th December, 2020, has gone into self isolation and receiving medical attention. Chairman of the Association, Shabul Mazadu lamented at the second wave of the pandemic taking toll on Plateau Sons and daughters. It would be recalled that the Plateau State Governor, Rt. Hon. Simon Lalong, tested positive for the virus recently and went into self isolation before recovering. The interim chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Letep Dabang has gone into isolation after testing positive, and now the Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen.  PPA further calls on the Federal Government to take speedy proactive measures on getting the C

The Northern Governors Forum has condoled with former Governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso over the death of his father Alhaji Musa Saleh, District Head of Madobi. Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong in a statement said the death of Alhaji Musa Saleh is a great loss to the Kano State traditional institution and the entire State.  He said though his demise is painful, his legacies of service, love and compassion remain indelible as he has impacted the younger generation to continue in his footsteps.  Lalong extended the sympathies of the Forum to Kano State Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, the Government and people of Kano State, as well as the Kano Emirate Council over the demise of the elderstatesman.  He prayed God to grant the soul of the deceased eternal rest and comfort the family.  Dr. Makut Simon Macham  Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State and Chairman, Northern Governors Forum.  26th De

THREE UN PEACE KEEPER KILLED IN CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC Three UN peacekeepers have been killed by unidentified combatants in the Central African Republic, the United Nations said, as the country prepares for a general election and fighting continues between rebels and government forces. The news came after a rebel coalition called off a ceasefire and said it would resume its march on the capital and following the arrival of troops from Russia and Rwanda to shore up the government of the resource-rich country. "Three peacekeepers from Burundi were killed and two others were wounded" following attacks on UN troops and Central African national defense and security forces, the UN said in a statement  The assaults took place in Dekoa, central Kemo Prefecture, and in Bakouma, in the southern Mbomou Prefecture, it said, without providing further details. Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for the UN Secretary-General, strongly condemned the latest incident, and called on the

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS TO CHRISTIAN BRETHRENS I heartily rejoice with my Christian brethrens across Plateau State on this joyous occasion of Christmas celebration for the year 2020, in commemoration with the birth of Jesus Christ.  Christmas seasons symbolises hope, happiness, peace, love, unity and commitment to the worship of God Almighty. It is also a moment for sharing as espoused in the good virtues preached and walked by Jesus. It is in this regard that I enjoin my dear Christian brethrens and indeed, all citizens of Plateau State to, while enjoying this festival, bear in mind that the symbols represented by Jesus ought to be replicated by every single one of us, as doing so would imminently translate into a more secured, peaceful, united and progressive Plateau State for all.  May we please, remain the law abiding and peaceful people we are known and respected for, and observe healthy precautions as suggested by health experts.  Accept, my best wishes as you go about c

PPA WISHES DABANG SPEEDY RECOVERY  Plateau Publishers Association (PPA) is wishing the Plateau State interim chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon Letep Dabang, speedy recovery from  asymptomatic infection of the second wave of the Covid-19.  Chairman of the association, Shabul Mazadu, said PPA is elated with the recovery of Governor Simon Lalong, who tested negative Wednesday night after being in isolation for a week. And that PPA is praying for Dabang's recovery with the expectation of negative result after his isolation.  PPA appeals to citizens of the state to take observation of the Covid-19 preventive measures seriously as the infection is not exclusive and a respecter of person.  The association further wishes all citizens of the state a hitch free Christmas celebration with zero Covid-19 infection.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A PROSPEROUS 2021 People say that magic is fake, wishes don’t come true, May the winds of love and joy visit your homes this Christmas and live with you and your family for today and forever. Our love is a treasure that no gift beneath the tree can match in worth.  Christmas is the festival of love and sacrifice and when it is celebrated with you it becomes a wonderful occasion of blessings showered on me.    light in your soul brings harmony in my heart Christmas wishes to you and your Loved ones. Once more,  This is to specially wish you a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2021 Dr. Bapigaan William Audu

GOVERNOR LALONG SIGNS 2021 BUDGET/ANTI-KIDNAPPING, LAND GRABBING & CULTISM BILL Photo Credit: Josiah Junvulu Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong on Thursday night signed into law the 2021 Appropriation Bill of N147.53 billion naira passed by the State House of Assembly. This consists of N90.19 billion as recurrent and N57.34 billion as capital expenditures. The Governor while signing the bill into law said the 2021 budget will focus on areas that will stimulate economic growth and recovery particularly as the year begins under a second wave of COVID-19 which has affected the economy adversely.  He said "With the successful passage of the 2021 budget within record time, we shall now settle down to implement the budget vigorously. As we face the second wave of COVID-19, we shall continue to appeal to our people to observe all protocols so that we do not have any reason to lock down again and further hurt the economy". Lalong s

DSS UNCOVERS PLOT TO BOMB PLACES AT YULETIDE Nigerians have been called upon to be very vigilant during the yuletide as the Department of State Services (DSS) has raised an alarm that it had uncovered plots by some criminal elements who plan to carry out violent attacks on public places including key and vulnerable points during the yuletide.  The intelligence agency added that the criminals planned to use explosives, suicide bombers and other dangerous weapons. In a statement made available Tuesday night by spokesperson of the agency, Peter Afunaya, said the objective of the criminals as obtained by the agency is to create a general sense of fear among the people and subsequently undermine the Government. The statement states, "Against this backdrop, citizens are called upon to be extra vigilant and report strange movements and indeed, all suspicions around them to security and law enforcement agencies.   "On its part, the Service is collaborating with other sist

PLATEAU STATE APC CHAIRMAN, LETEP DABANG TESTS POSITIVE TO COVID-19. Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Plateau State,Hon Letep Dabang has tested positive to the corona virus. Disclosing his status Letep Dabang said the results of the test he underwent a couple of days back returned yesterday and it is positive. Though at an asymptomatic stage,the APC Chairman has already gone into self isolation while treatment has also commenced on him in line with all COVID-19 protocols. A close family source said though the party Chairman looks healthy,there is the need to pray for his speedy recovery even as samples of his family members have also been carried and results expected.

YULETIDE: PLATEAU STATE GOVERNMENT MEETS STAKEHOLDERS ON SECURITY/COVID-19 Photo Credit: Josiah Junvulu Plateau State Government has said that it does not intend to impose a lockdown in response to the second wave of COVID-19, but will ensure strict compliance to all protocols. This was disclosed at a stakeholders meeting convened by Governor Simon Bako Lalong with Local Government Chairmen, traditonal rulers, religious leaders, community leaders and health experts to discuss how best to address the situation in line with the advisory of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19.  The meeting convened by Governor Simon Bako Lalong was presided over by Secretary to the Government of Plateau State Prof. Danladi Abok Atu who is the Coordinator of the State Taskforce on COVID-19.  During the meeting, Prof. Atu said the event was organised to draw the attention of the stakeholders to the urgency of the situation occasioned by the sec

MUCDA CONGRATULATES DR DAKWAK OVER REAPPOINTMENT. The National President, Mupun Cultural And Development Association, MUCDA,Chief Pedro Ardiyel Dafur, FCA on behalf of the Mupun Nation receives with joy the reappointment of one of its illustrious sons, Dr Yamma Dakwak as Chief Medical Director of The Plateau State Hospitals Management Board. The Mupun Nation offers thanks to His Excellency,The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Rt.Hon Dr.Simon Bako Lalong for finding its son worthy of reappoitment after serving meritoriously in the first term. To us,Dr Yamma Dakwak was instrumental to many of the achievements recorded by the Board which contributed immensely to the stabilization and management of the health sector in the fist instance. We are confident this is another opportunity to consolidate on cementing these feats. We congratulate our dear son,Dr.Dakwak and urge him to keep the fire burning by implementing those policies and programmes so as to place that critical se