The first Class traditional ruler of the IZERE Nation,Adagwom Isaac Wakili has been kidnapped, the traditional ruler was kidnap in the early hours of Friday after killing a security guard and wounding one.

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We, the Strategic Media Team of the member representing PKK, Rt Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, on behalf of our Principal, register our heartfelt condolences to the people of Plateau State; particularly Governor Simon Lalong, the leader of the state, and the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in the ghastly motor accident involving PDP members returning from PDP zonal rally in Pankshin, along Pushit-Panyam road.

The irreparable loss is a blow not only to the families but the entire Plateau people, regardless of party affiliation. We know that politics come and go, but Plateau remains our collective heritage as brothers and sisters.

Therefore, we join faith with other well-meaning Plateau citizens in prayers for the quick recovery of those injured in the accident and the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives.

Meanwhile, it has become pertinent for us to use this medium to draw the attention of Latep Dabang and condemn his penchant for using foul language against our Principal at every slight opportunity he has to make a speech.

He can maturely sell his preferred candidate without resorting to name-calling and political mudslinging, just so to be able to sell his candidate.

Latep’s recent diatribe against our Principal at the Pankshin Zonal Rally is highly uncalled for and at best, unbecoming of a one-time political ally, who has just parted ways for political convenience.

Even at the rally ground where Latep felt it was a gathering of his fellow party men, and thus a fertile ground to sow the seed of discontent against Gagdi, he should have been wise enough to notice the low response of the people to his childish political misadventure, which was indicative of Gagdi’s goodwill and acceptance beyond the boundaries of political party affiliation.

We want to categorically make it clear to Latep Dabang that Gagdi has never been a drug addict. He has never tasted nor attempted to indulge in the act. Indeed, God forbid that Gagdi will resort to taking drugs in the future; even such will not be HIV drugs.

At the appropriate time, when Gagdi takes on Latep Dabang, it will certainly be to the cleaners by responding adequately to his many attacks in the same coin that he deserves.

In the meantime, Latep Dabang should know that it is not everybody that survives on drugs and Gagdi is not one such person; hence he should direct his frustrations to where they belong to accordingly.

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January 15, 2023

“LET US ENCOURAGE OUR ARMED FORCES TO DO MORE” GOVERNOR LALONG URGES NIGERIANS AS HE LAYS WREATH TO HONOUR FALLEN HEROES.

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has appealed to Nigerians to encourage members of the armed forces through words and actions in order to spur them to do more in securing the nation.

The Governor spoke shortly after laying the wreath at the tomb of the unknown soldier at the cenotaph located at the JD Gomwalk Secretariat Jos to mark the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day.

Lalong said officers and men of the security services have made tremendous sacrifices towards ensuring that there is peace and security in the country and should therefore receive commensurate respect and goodwill.

He said despite the security challenges being experienced in various parts of the country, the security personnel must not be condemned or their morale dampened.

In particular, the Governor expressed appreciation for the role that the security agencies have played in restoring peace to the State and continuing to make it difficult for criminals to make a foothold in any part of the State.

Apart from laying the wreath and releasing pigeons to symbolise peace, the Governor was joined by other top Government officials to lay wreaths. They include Speaker House of Assembly, Chief Judge of Plateau State, GOC 3rd Armoured Division, NAF Commander, Commissioner of Police, Chairman Nigerian Legion among others.

Prayers were also offered for the repose of the souls of the departed.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
15th January 2023.

By Prince Sekat,Jos

Governor Simon Bako Lalong has expressed shock and sadness over an accident involving some supporters of the PDP in Plateau State in which some lives were lost and injuries recorded.

The accident was said to have occured in Jwak village Panyam, Mangu Local Government while the supporters were said to be returning from a Zonal campaign rally of the party in Pankshin.

Governor Lalong while commiserating with the families of the victims and those who sustained injuries described a tragic event as a huge loss to the State.

He also sympathised with the PDP family in the State as well as its Gubernatorial candidate Barr. Caleb Mutfwang over the sad incident, praying that God will grant eternal rest to those who lost their lives and quick recovery to those who sustained injuries.

Meanwhile the Governor has appealed for caution among motorists and supporters of political parties and politicians during the electioneering period where vehicular movement is heightened across the State and the country at large.

He urged them to put safety first and observe road safety regulations to minimise cases such as this.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
15th January 2023.

By Freelance Reporters, Jos

The Federal Government Team on the verification of state interventions on Federal Road infrastructure has visited Jos to assess the road projects carried out by the Plateau State with a view to reimbursing the State.

The team led by the Minister of Transport Mu’azu Jaji Sambo and Permanent Secretary Ministry of Works and Housing among others were received by the State delegation led by Chief of Staff to the Governor Noel Donjur, Commissioner for Works Hon. Victor Lapan, Head of Service Engr. Sunday Hyat, Perm Sec Works, Engr. Alexander Plangnaan and other top Government officials.

The Minister said the team was in the State on the directive of the President based on the submission made by Governor Simon Bako Lalong requesting for the refund of funds expended by the State Government on various Federal road projects and bridges such as the British-American Flyover and Dualisation to Lamingo Junction Roundabout which is nearing completion.

Other completed Projects inspected include Heipang-Mararaban Jama’a Heipang, Mararaban Jama’a British American Junction, Secretariat Flyover Bridge, Polo Roundabout to Farin Gada, and British American Junction Flyover.

Others roads visited are the ongoing Construction of Demshin-Angwan Dadi-Kalong -Nyak, Shargan-Angwan Rina road(42.49km) and Rehabilitation of Longvel-Yelwa-Mato Road (42km).

The Minister described the projects as people oriented and impactful to the citizens of Plateau State and those of other states who use them also.

He said “This visit is by a team that constitutes part of the ministerial committee to assess road projects that were undertaken by the Plateau State government on designated federal highways. It is also to reimburse the state government with monies expended in carrying out such projects”.

The Minister said as somebody who knows Jos very well, he was highly impressed by the quality of the work and would have probably missed his way if he had visited alone despite his familarity with the city.

Sambo said the Plateau State government needs to be commended for carrying out the projects despite its lean resources emphasising that for these projects, the reimbursement is timely and in order.

Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Prof. Sonni Tyoden who received the team on behalf of Governor Lalong said the verification of the projects being carried out by the committee was evidence that the Rescue Administration has been working.

He said while the State will be expecting the reimbursement of about six billion naira very soon, it will continue with the projects that are yet to be completed and ensure they are delivered on time and with the highest quality.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
8th January 2023.

GOVERNOR LALONG CELEBRATES WOMEN AFFAIRS MINISTER, DAME PAULINE TALLEN @ 64

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has congratulated Women Affairs Minister Dame Pauline Tallen on her 64th birthday.

Governor Lalong in a message to felicitate with the Minister described her as a thoroughbred politician and champion of women and human rights who has continued to advocate for social justice in Nigeria.

Lalong said Dame Tallen is passionate about ensuring that the Nigerian woman and the girl-child is equipped with sound education, morals and ample opportunity to manifest her God-given talents and gifts.
This he said she has been able to do substantially using her office as the Minister of Women Affairs by standing against gender violence, rape, harmful practices and other discriminatory actions against women.

Lalong praised Dame Tallen for her commitment to the political development of Plateau State and Nigeria especially as she constantly advocates for women to be given greater opportunities to contest for elections and also be appointed into positions of responsibility.

While wishing her more years of joy, peace and God’s blessings, Lalong urged the Minister who is a Knight of the Catholic Church to sustain her love for God and passion for the growth of the Church.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
8th January 2023.

By Prince Sekat, Jos

In the last couple of months, unsuspecting Nigerians may have been swindled through some Facebook accounts that bear the insignia of the Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, the member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam federal constituency.

While we have repeatedly warned gullible Nigerians that the perpetrators of the act would stop at nothing but to fleece them of their hard-earned resources, it has continued unabated.

In the last week, they have changed tactics by using a non-existent empowerment initiative that is allegedly being floated and named Federal Goverment Agricultural Empowerment Fund for Farmers and Small Scale Business Owners. The amount being bandied that could be given to beneficiaries is in the region of N2 million to N50 million.

Let us quickly warm those who may be hoodwinked, there is no such fund in existence that could serve the purpose, for which they are using the name of Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi to facilitate the release of the funds to them.

In fact, even if there was any such agency, we are sure there are means that could be used to disburse the funds to legitimate beneficiaries.

It is important to issue this caveat, particularly to those who may fall victims. The Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has never engaged in such means to reach out to his constituents.

He is well positioned to understand the workings of government and how his constituents can benefit from such initiative, if any.

May we use this medium to warn the perpetrators and their gullible conspirators to beware that our Principal cannot condescend to the level of their art. He is responsible enough to know what is good and bad.

We are happy to state that Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has and will ALWAYS provide to his constituents what is lawful and legitimate. Having remained focused all the years, there is nothing that will make him circumvent processes to deliver.

In God We Trust!

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January 8, 2023

By Prince Sekat, Jos



Mattew Akawu, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2023 elections in Pengana State Constituency is dead.

Akawu who was billed to fly the party’s flag in the 2023 State Assembly election was said to have attended a new year event in the constituency on Wednesday, January 4, 2022.

A family source confirming the politician’s death said; “He then said he wasn’t feeling fine on his return home, his situation deteriorated and he was taken to the hospital.

“Unfortunately, he died in the early hours of Friday”, the source confirmed.

Also speaking, the Publicity Secretary of PDP in Plateau state, John Akans, confirmed the demise of the candidate.

He said: “Yes we are aware of the death of our candidate for Pengana State Assembly Constituency but the party will issue a statement on that, that’s all I can tell you”. He concluded.

Chief Kefas Ropshik “Kefiano” Donates Food to Less Privileged at New Year
2023 is coming with great hope to the less privileged as over 500 Widows and 400 Orphans got food items from Chief Kefas Ropshik Wungak “Kefiano” on Monday 2nd January, 2023 to celebrate his Birthday.

The event which held at Mees Palace was well attend by the business community, political stalwarts and well wishers including Plateau Music Superstar Panshak “Iceprince” Zamani to identify with the Celebrant who according to them is impacting the lives of the masses significantly.

While presenting the food items to the beneficiaries, Chief Kefas Ropshik said he is delighted to share with the less privileged from what God has blessed him with to assist them considering the harsh economic situation which he said has brought untold hardships to the people.
“It is a difficult period for a lot of people and what we are doing here is not our doing but the will of God who has blessed us so we can bless other people. In life, some people’s blessings may come from you and one must be ready not to hoard such blessings but give them out to attract more from God who is the source.
Though things were difficult for us business wise, we still deemed it fit to do what we are doing to identify with the less privileged; put smiles on their faces and give them a sense of belonging in the Society. It is always usual for me that one should always reach out to those in need. I am not doing this because i have more than enough, i am going out of my way to put this together to impact the lives of the people” he asserted.

He urged the people not to allow their background and present situation determine their future.
“Do not disappoint the sacrifices being made by people to you.
When i die, I don’t want to be remembered by the amount of money I have but the number of lives I will touch positively when I die” he said.

He admonished the people to elect credible Leaders who will provide good governance and transform the Nation in the forthcoming general elections.

Miracle Kefas, an Orphan from Barkin Ladi Local Government Area fron the Kefiano Orphanage who lost his parents during the crisis that affect his community couldn’t hide his joy and thanked Chief Kefas Ropshik for catering for their education and welfare since they were affected by crisis.

Mrs Monica Kefas a Widow and Member of Total Women Foundation (TOWOF) appreciated Chief Kefas Ropshik for identifying with them and putting smiles on their faces at their most trying moment.
She prayed God to bless him more so he can reach out to more persons who need same humanitarian intervention.

Each of the Widows got bag of Rice with hundred bags of same going to the orphans to cater for their feeding.

Chief Kefas has been carrying out this humanitarian gesture for 13 Years now and many have benefitted with hundreds on scholarship and others being part of his medical outreaches and other empowerment programmes.