By Freelance Reporters

At the re-election campaign flag-off of the member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, Friday in Pankshin received a boost as he was described as the man for the people of PKK.

For the flag off of a representative whose footprints are a reflection of his dedication to his constituency, the sea of red and blue T-shirts that adorned the stadium sent the right message, as it dwarfed the political gathering that was ever held in the same venue.

Guests including Governor Simon Bako Lalong certainly went home with one impression: Gagdi is the man for the PKK job.

Thanking the people for believing and sticking with the APC, Governor Simon Bako Lalong assured them that they have nothing to regret in the choice of Gagdi who has made PKK a model of sorts.

Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi spoke in unmistakable terms of the need to appreciate what Lalong has done for the state, which unfortunately however, has been criticized as almost non-existent, saying, several signature projects dot the landscape, which were executed by the governor.

In his words: I am charged. When the campaign takes place fully, there will be no hiding place for anyone against the APC. They will be running with their tails tucked between their legs.

It is little wonder that the APC flag bearer Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe who spoke matter of fact urged the people of PKK to know that the projects executed by Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, which are enjoyed by the generality of the constituents should be encouraged by voting him again for such not to dry.

If the event was colorful, the support that came from PKK students with a thousand-man march was phenomenal, commissioning of the Yusuf Gagdi Foundation and constituency office, as well as the road networks, set the tone of the event.

The goodwill messages were a signpost that a lot has been done, and given another opportunity, many more will be executed in PKK.

Highlights included the presentation of 20 vehicles to some officials and directorates of the Campaign Council.

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February 3, 2023

By Prince Sekat, Jos

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has asked the people of Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam Federal Constituency to vote massively for the APC and return Rt. Hon. Yusuf Gagdi to the green Chambers of the National Assembly because of his excellent performance.

Lalong who was speaking in Pankshin during the official flag off of the campaign for the reelection of the Member, said Gagdi has redefined Legislative representation not only in his Constituency but also across the State and Nigeria at large.

He said the people have seen and touched the projects he has carried out in the Constituency both for water, education, healthcare, infrastructure among others that have improved the lives of the citizens. He said it was Gagdi who sponsored the bill for upgrading the Federal College of Education Pankshin into a University as well as another Bill to create a new Federal College of Education in Dengi.

“You have stood out among the legislators representing Plateau at the national assembly and have worked closely with the Deputy Speaker to ensure that our interests are projected. I commend you for making my work easier as Governor and wish there were more like you. You deserve to go back and do more for the people” he said.

Lalong said the forthcoming elections present a good opportunity to reward excellence and effectiveness by massively voting for the APC from Top to Bottom.

He urged them to vote for Bola Ahmed Tinubu as President, Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as Governor, Hon. Diket Plang as Senator as well as all candidates for the Houses of Assembly in the Zone.

Hon. Gagdi thanked the Governor for standing by him and also giving him opportunity to excell and contribute to the development of Plateau State and improving the lives of the people of PKK.

He said he was overwhelmed by the show of love and support which the people have accorded him, assuring that he will continue to fight for their rights and opportunities.

He also assured that he will work for the success of all candidates of the APC in the zone and the state especially in ensuring the election of Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as Governor to succeed Governor Lalong who will go to the Senate.

Also speaking, APC Gubernatorial candidate in Plateau State Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda said APC is proud to have people like Hon. Gagdi who are loyal, passionate and sacrificial.

He said the impact of the projects and programmes executed by Hon. Gagdi has gone beyond the Constituency and put the party in good light.

Nentawe was happy that as the leader of the Legacy Group, Gagdi has paid attention to the plight of the next generation which gives an indication that they will work closely together to take the younger generation to greater heights when elected.

Plateau APC Chairman Hon. Rufus Bature said with the performance of people like Gagdi, the work of the party has been made easier because people know that APC keeps is promises.

He urged the people of PKK not to be deceived by the opposition into wasting their votes on parties that have records of failure or no record at all.

Other speakers also assured that they will work assiduously for the victory of Gagdi and all other candidates of the APC during the elections.

Governor Lalong presented keys to 20 vehicles donated by the member to the campaign team.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
4th February 2023.

By Prince Sekat, Jos

We had told you, didn’t we, that the Dengi Mini Stadium will host one of the biggest gatherings in PKK, being the venue for the inauguration of the Gagdi Campaign Council Monday, January 23, 2023?

The composition of the Council was painstakingly done over some time, bringing together several party leaders, women, youth, and supporters who recognize the mantra of the In God We Trust Movement.

The Gagdi Campaign Council is chaired by the Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, while the Director General is Hon Philip P. Dasun. The Secretary General of the Council is ND Shehu Kanam.

It is on record that Gagdi did not go to the National Assembly to warm the benches. He has changed the narrative of what it means to be given the people’s mandate.

In every department, they are peopled by resourceful and dedicated persons who are poised to be used for the success of the campaign.

It is not for nothing that such a cream has been assembled to return Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi back to the Green Chamber of the National Assembly.

It is for this reason that PKK wants him back come February 25, 2023.

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By Prince Sekat, Jos

Chairman House Committee on Navy, and member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi today at his Constituency Office in Pankshin, while charting a way forward revealed what is soon to take place.

The picture of what to expect about the Gagdi Campaign Council (GCC) and the road for him to be returned for a second term were unveiled amidst fanfare, and encomiums of how he has changed the roadmap and fortunes of PKK in the last four years without selecting which area to bless with projects and empowerment initiatives.

Critical stakeholders who included Nde John G. Gobak, Rt Hon Emmanuel L. Go’ar and Prof SMG Kanam who spoke during the meeting paid glowing tributes to Rt Hon Yusuf Gagdi on what he has done, warning that none of those who attended the meeting should be hoodwinked into using religious sentiments aimed at ruining the chances of the candidate.

They all opined that with the myriad of good seeds planted by Gagdi in the first term, it was time not to sleep, but continue to use various genuine channels to promote his candidacy for the second tenure.

The meeting also coincided with the meeting of his aides drawn from the three local government areas that make up PKK. Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, who spoke matter of factly to the aides, said they have come a long way; as such, they must hold the fort and build on what was started in 2019.

He told the stakeholders, which included some members of the Elders Advisory Council, Principal Officers of the expected Gagdi Campaign Council, all Gagdi Aides, that since he came on board in 2019, he has not failed to pay their entitlements for a month. As such, he enthused that it was expected of them to reciprocate by selling what he has come to represent for PKK.

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January 12, 2023

“PLATEAU WILL VOTE APC BECAUSE OF JUSTICE, DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE”; GOVERNOR LALONG

Governor of Plateau State and Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council Simon Bako Lalong says the people of Plateau State and Nigerians at large will vote APC again because of its achievements in the area of peace, development and justice.

The Governor said this at the Bit Pol Cultural Festival in his village, N’yak, Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State to usher in the new year.

He said the APC under his Rescue Administration has done a lot to restore peace to Plateau State and address previous acts of injustice, exclusion and division.

He cited the restoration of traditional stools and creation of new ones as a very important step taken by his government to emancipate the people and give them a sense of belonging in the affairs of the State.

He said such actions and the creation of the Peace Building Agency and opening up of room for dialogue, understanding and unity have made it possible for people to seek common grounds and stand against division and unpatriotic conduct.

While thanking his people for always supporting him and voting for the APC, Lalong said he was sure that such support will manifest in the polls when they vote to elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu as President as well as Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as Governor of Plateau State to succeed him.

He said as the DG of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council, he can guarantee that Tinubu and Nentawe will do justice to all Nigerians irrespective of their backgrounds.

Deputy Speaker House of Representatives Idris Wase said the people of Nyak should be very proud to have produced an illustrious son like Governor Lalong who is humble, patriotic and honest.

He said Lalong is a leader who knows the road to victory and success and deserves to be supported by not only his kinsmen but the people of Plateau State as he has the connections and capacity to protect their interests in national politics.

APC Gubernatorial candidate Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda while assuring the people of Nyak that he will continue with the legacies of Governor Lalong and ensure that peace and stability persists in Plateau State, said the people of Plateau State will witness greater things as he builds in the legacies of the Lalong Rescue Administration.

Nentawe said he will continue to support the Bit Pol Cultural Festival as well as make sure that the people of Plateau State become more united and prosperous.

Plateau State Algon Chairman Hon. Alex Naantuam said the Pol Unity and Cultural Festival has continued to bring in people from around the country every year which is a testament to the unity and progress that exists within the Nyak community as well as collaboration with their sons and daughters.

Chairman of the Pol Unity and Cultural Association (PUCA) Audu Inuwa appreciated Governor Lalong for giving the community a sense of pride through his exploits in politics and performance as Governor of Plateau State, Chairman Northern Governors Forum and Director General of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council.

He said the Pol Unity and Cultural Association has been strengthened with the support and goodwill of Governor Simon Lalong.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
1st January 2023.

By Prince Sekat, Jos

Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council and Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong has continued his engagement with stakeholders towards ensuring the victory of the APC Presidential Candidate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all candidates of the party during the forthcoming elections.

Lalong who arrived his hometown of Shendam Local Government in Plateau State for the new year celebrations met with stakeholders comprising of different interest groups as well as party members from the zone.

He said he was at home to join them in celebrating the new year and also use the opportunity to engage them on the forthcoming elections with a view to sensitizing and giving further insights into the Renewed Hope of the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Ticket and that of the APC in general.

While thanking them for their support throughout his political career, the DG said the APC is strongly rooted within the Zone and Plateau State at large because of the various projects and programmes that have direct impact on the people.

Their confidence and support he said has given them nation and the party at the national level to recognise him and give him the opportunity to serve in various capacities.

The Governor who is also the Senatorial Candidate for the Plateau South Senatorial District assured them that Tinubu and Shettima will work for all Nigerians and also ensure that there is equity, justice and fairness in the distribution of resources of the nation.

He advised them to vote for APC from the Governorship, State and national assembly as well as the President. He advised them against falling for the gimmicks of the opposition who are making promises without any record of performance.

Lalong said with his appointment as the DG of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, the people of Plateau State Shendam already have a place of pride when Asiwaju Tinubu becomes President.

Chairman Shendam Local Government Miskoom Alex Naantuam said the stakeholders have all agreed to vote APC from Top to Bottom because of the quality of candidates and their capacity to deliver.

APC Chairman Shendam Local Government, Elders of the Party, Youth and women leaders all said they were fully mobilised and convinced that the party will deliver its Candidates will come out victorious during the polls.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press to the DG APC Presidential Campaign Council and Governor, Plateau State.
30th December 2022.

Freelance Reporters, Jos

The Plateau Debate Guild (PDG) will be hosting the Plateau Gubernatorial Debate for the 2023 Elections in January 2023. Its objective is that the debate will be a platform for healthy, intelligent and robust interaction among the Gubernatorial candidates to stimulate an issue-based political environment; enable the electorate to listen to the manifesto of the gubernatorial candidates and make an informed choice during the 2023 elections, and also provide a basis for holding political office holders accountable.
The PDG will not be able to host all 18 candidates for a debate due to the constraint of resources. Therefore, it intends to host four (4) candidates in the planned Plateau Gubernatorial Debate in January 2023.
To objectively select the four candidates to appear in the debate, the PDG wishes to communicate the following decisions:
A public opinion poll conducted by the PDG will select the top four candidates to appear in the debate in January 2023. This poll will have both virtual and market survey components of equal weight (50% each). This selection process will be participatory, people-centered, and the only criteria for appearance.
The online voting process will commence Monday, 26 December 2022- at 12 noon and end Friday, 30 December 2022 by 11.59 pm.
The link to the poll will be circulated widely and campaign teams can equally share it with their supporters. Kindly note that this has nothing to do with your choice of a candidate during the elections.
The market survey component will entail our teams going to major markets within the three senatorial zones in Plateau State to administer the questionnaire on the selection of candidates for the PDG Gubernatorial Debate. The timeline for the survey is between Monday, 26 December 2022 and Saturday 31 December 2022.
You can reach out to us at plateaudebate@gmail.com for feedback and enquiries.
Thank you.


Dr Daniel Meshak
Director-General, Plateau Debate Guild

Alfred Mangai
Secretary, Plateau Debate Guild

2023: GAGDI’S CAMPAIGN COUNCIL TAKES UP, AS HOPE IS REKINDLED FOR PKK, DISTRIBUTES TWO TRAILER-LOAD OF RICE WORTH 48M, SHARES 20 COWS AND A WHOPPING N50M TO PUT SMILES ON CONSTITUENTS AT CHRISTMAS

For two days running, major APC stakeholders in PKK desiring for Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi to return to the Green Chamber in 2023 met with the candidate to unveil his Campaign Council.

Addressing PKK stakeholders in Jos on December 22-23, 2022, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, who arrived straight from Abuja for the meeting, said the members of the Council were carefully considered and selected to prosecute the election in 2023.

The Council is to be chaired by Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, while the Deputy Chairman is Rt Hon Emmanuel Goar I, and Paul Juryit, Deputy Chairman II, whereas the Director General of Campaign is Hon Phillip Dasun Peter to be deputized by Hon Sadat Garga. The Secretary General and Director of Research of the Council is ND Shehu Kanam.

The three chairmen of Pankshin, Kanke and Kanam; Hon Kakmena Audu, Hon Henry J Gotip and Hon (Dr.) Dayyabu Yusuf Garga are Co-Deputy Chairmen.

The Council, made up of the crème de la crème of politicians, are battle ready to prosecute the battle for the soul of Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam federal constituency. The full details will soon be made available after all stakeholders have been brought on bought.

The inauguration is expected soon, and It will be performed by no other person than the Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt Hon Femi Hakeem Gbajabiamila.

Fresh from the unveiling of his Campaign Council, today, December 24, 2022 in Pankshin, Rt Hon Yusuf Gagdi distributed 3400 bags from two trailer load as well as giving out various sums of money to different categories of people for the yuletide.

At the end of the event, a whopping N50 million was spent to put smiles on the faces of individuals, families, and organizations during the festive season. The items which were shared included two trailer-load of rice, 20 cows and money worth 50m naira to individuals, organizations and various groups in PKK.

In an interaction with the Committee responsible for the distribution, Gagdi expressed expressed satisfaction, however, assured groups that have not benefitted, that their cases would be looked into and provision made.?

The palpable show of happiness was written on the faces of those who came to collect the items, even as they prayed for his success in the 2023 general election.

While addressing the sea of heads at his constituency office in Pankshin during the event, Gagdi reiterated the fact that he was not unmindful of the challenges they are going through.

He said he was prepared more than ever before to serve PKK, as such, he needed the continued buy-in of his constituents in 2023.

He however made a solemn pledge that the plans he had for PKK after 2023 were unbeatable and eye-popping. He told the crowd that what they needed to do is to support the aspirations of Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe as Governor of Plateau State.

In the last four years, it has become a trademark of Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi to return to his constituents by blessing them in various ways, just so that he can uplift their spirits and make them comfortable.

This development has been God, because We Have Always Trusted in Him!

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December 24, 2022

GOVERNOR LALONG MEETS HIS SENATORIAL CAMPAIGN COUNCIL; INAUGURATES HOSPITALITY OUTFIT IN SHENDAM

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong and APC Senatorial Candidate for Plateau South District has met with his Campaign Council at the Zonal Headquarters Shendam.

He was received on arrival at the Senatorial Campaign Headquarters by the Zonal APC Chairman Alhaji Abdullahi Musa and the DG Campaign Hon. Nanvel Nimfel.

Briefing Governor Lalong on the activities of the Campaign Council so far, the DG Hon. Nanven Nimfel said the team has continued to carry out a robust engagement across the wards and units of the six local governments of the zone.

He said the candidacy of Governor Lalong for Senate has been well received by people at the grassroots who are optimistic that he will perform well and deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of the zone.

He assured the candidate that the team is working round the clock in carrying out door to door campaigns aimed at not only selling his candidacy, but also that of other candidates of the APC including Asiwaju Bola Tinubu for President.

Responding, Governor Lalong thanked the Campaign Council for their efforts and said while he is away on assignment as DG Tinubu/Shettima Campaign, he has been receiving reports of their fantastic work across all structures of the party.

He said from all indications, Nigerians are determined to return APC to power at all levels including the Plateau South Senatorial Zone which is a home of the APC.

He admonished them to remain dedicated and committed to the mandate as well as avoid distractions from those who want to deceive the people using all forms of methods.

Earlier the Governor had commissioned a hospitality facility, the Shendam Marriotte Hotel.

Governor Lalong commended the brains behind the wonderful facility as well as the management consortium, Efan Hospitality Group for making a bold move to come to Shendam.

He said “As the motto of the Hotel suggests, Shendam Marriotte Hotel is a “Diamond in the South” which seeks to close the gap in the hospitality industry in this part of the State. Prior to this development, there has been perennial shortage of accommodation for guests who come to Shendam or the other parts of the Southern Zone for business, leisure or conferences”.

The Governor said with the expansive road networks that the Rescue Administration has developed in Shendam and neighboring towns, there is huge potential for economic activities in this zone.

He also informed the gathering that the Transmission Company of Nigeria has resumed work to complete the Makeri-Guratop-Pankshin 132 KVA Line which will supply power to the Central and Southern parts of Plateau, as well as parts of Taraba and Bauchi States within the next three months.

The Long Gamai Miskoom Martin Shaldas III welcomed the facility which he said will boost the profile of Shendam that is a gateway for people coming to Plateau State through Taraba State.

Managing Director of Efan Hospitality Group Martina Akintola said the organisation decided to establish the hotel in Shendam because of peace, prospect and warm reception of the people of the area.

She assured that the best services will be offered when this critical power project is completed and commissioned, the entire Central and Southern Zone will witness a massive boost in economic activities.

The Governor later inspected the facility together with other top dignitaries.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
24th December 2022.       

By Prince Sekat, Jos

As the general elections draw nearer, the peoples representative, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has unveiled his Campaign Council promising that the people remain at the center stage of his activities.

The Council is to be chaired by Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, while the Deputy Chairman is Rt Hon Emmanuel Goar , and Paul Juryit deputy chairman1, whereas the Director of Campaign is Hon Phillip Dasun Peter and Secretary General of the Council is ND Shehu Kanam.

The event was held in Jos preparatory to the formal inauguration in Pankshin in a couple days.

The event had in attendance, Nde John Gobak, Chairman of the Elders Advisory Council for PKK, chairmen of the local government areas of the federal constituency.

Others include members of the legislature, and former members, former local government council leaders as well as party leaders from the area.

Speaker after speaker praised the efforts put in place by Gagdi to change the course of the federal constituency in the last few years, even as they concluded that it was time leaders doing good were not discarded; rather, they should be encouraged by giving them addtional responsibilities.

They encouraged the Campaign Council and leaders present to return with the gospel that Rt Hon Yusuf Gagdi has been exceptional and therefore, deserves to be returned to the Green Chamber in 2023.

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