“I WILL NOT INTERFERE WITH SELECTION OF TRADITIONAL RULERS”, GOVERNOR LALONG ASSURES, AS LATE UJAH OF ANAGUTA IS BURIED.

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong says his Government will continue to remain neutral and allow king makers play their roles in the selection of traditional rulers in all the vacant stools of the State.

Governor Lalong was speaking during the burial Church service for the late Ujah of Anaguta, HRH Pozoh Magaji Jauro, First Class traditional ruler of the Anaguta Chiefdom in Jos North Local Government Area.

During the service held at the Rwang Pam stadium Jos, the Governor said the death of the royal father though painful, should be accepted as the will of God considering his long battle with ill health which took him even outside the country seeking for help.

He said the deceased was loved by his people and many others for his humility, humanity and peaceful nature. This he said was reflected in how he assisted the Rescue Government to facilitate reconciliation, forgiveness and tolerance within his chiefdom.

On the selection of new Ujah of Anaguta, the Governor reiterated that his administration will continue to avoid interfering with the process.

He said “since I came into office, we have installed more than 11 traditional rulers in various Chiefdoms. There is no place that we interfered with the selection. That is why there has not been any court case against the government so far. I will continue to maintain this stance beacuse interference is one of the causes of crisis which we must avoid to ensure peace”.

However, he maintained that he has a duty under the law to remove any traditional ruler who fails to perform his duties or goes about instigating ethnic, religious, political and other forms of discrimination.

Gbong Gwom Jos Da. Jacob Gyang Buba also said the late Ujah of Anaguta was a key member of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs and always made vital contributions to the development of the State.

ECWA President Rev. Dr. Stephen Panya Baba, widow of the late monarch, and other speakers showered praises on Governor Lalong for his determination towards ensuring unity, progress and equity for all ethnic groups particularly the Anaguta nation which he upgraded to first class chieftancy status.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
6th April 2021.

By Danjuma Modibo, Kano

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday appointed Usman Alkali Baba as the acting Inspector-General of Police.

Baba replaced Mohammed Adamu whose tenure was extended by three months in February.

Until his appointment, Baba was a Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Force Criminal Investigation Department, Force Headquarters

Here are some things you should know about the new Police Boss.

• Alkali Baba was born in Giedam, Yobe State on 1^st of March 1963
• He bagged a BA (ED) in Political Science from Bayero University, Kano, in 1985
• He has a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA) from University of Maiduguri, in 1997
• He’s a fellow of the National Defence College and a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police
• The Yobe born Police Officer has held several strategic positions in the past including: Acting DIG, Finance and Administration, Assistant Inspector-General of Police in-charge of Zone-5 Benin, Zone-4 Makurdi, Zone-7 Abuja, Commissioner of Police FCT and Delta Commands.
• He has also held the position of the Force Secretary

 Service Commendations and Awards

The new Police Boss has been recognised for many feats in the line of duty and one of such was the award for the Best Anti-Crime Security Chief in 2016 while serving as the Commissioner of Police in Delta State.

The award, given by Security Watch Africa was in recognition of his”motivational leadership demonstrated and novel/effective anti-crime. Strategies emplaced towards restoring public confidence and addressing the challenge of high-level organised crimes as Commissioner of Police in Delta State.”

In 2015, Baba also received the Inspector-General of Police’s Letter Of Commendation (for initiatives, exceptional, leadership, Problem-solving competency, and Landmark Operational Strides as Commissioner of Police in Delta State.

He had also won award for Humanitarian Work, Religious Harmony Initiatives as well as the  Commissioner of Police Commendation for diligence and excellence in administrative and operational duties.

By Josiah Habila, Abuja


Soldiers of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have begun a manhunt for suspected attackers who ambushed fellow soldiers in a rural community in Konshisha council area of Benue.

The attackers on Monday evening seized some soldiers deployed to maintain peace between two warring communities of Konshisha and Oju LGAs respectively.

It was learnt that the soldiers’ deployment to the area followed a fresh hostility that broke out between the Bonta community in Konshisha LGA and Ukpute-Ainu in Oju LGA over an age-long land dispute.

Both communities borders each other and have continued to engage themselves in a bitter rivalry, the latest, which took another dimension occasioned by the alleged attacks on the military personnel.

Local sources told Freelance Reporters by phone that the soldiers were said to be on routine patrol in parts of Konshisha and Oju LGAs at about 5:00 pm when the armed attackers seized them on account that they (soldiers) dismantled the illegal roadblocks mounted by the attackers.

The local sources added that at least eight soldiers were taken away by the attackers who opened gunfire on the troop, stressing that the remaining soldiers fought back until a backup was later sent to aid them.

At the time of this report, the local witnesses alleged that there were as many as over 15 trucks of troops sighted in the warring zone in search of their colleagues who were taken away.

Freelance Reporters has not been able to independently verify the exact number of soldiers abducted and whether they have been found as neither the police nor military confirmed the incident.

The spokesperson of the Benue Police Command, DSP Catherine Anene, said she was not aware of any missing soldiers and that the state has been peaceful since the weekend.

On his part, the OPWS Force Commander, Major General Adeyemi Yekini, declined comment.

YOUTHS ERECTED SIGNPOST TO PARAMOUNT RULER’S PALACE IN JOS.

By Prince Sekat, Jos

A Youth Group known as Action Youth Political Forum,has brought succour to the Palace of His Royal Highness,Ada Emmanuel Ajik(JP) Adagwom Jos Izere Chiefdom. The Jos Izere Chiefdom in Jo’s North Local Government is of second class status and is made up of eleven Districts.Speaking on behalf of the group,Comrade James Nenman said the group is an amalgamation of youths on the Plateau in support of the Afizere Youths particularly the Afukoh Youths, we join hands together to provide the signboard to give a direction where the Palace of the paramount Ruler that is the reason why we emback on this project is because we have not seen any bigger signpost erected here to give direction to the Palace hence the need for it,most times people got confused and loss whenever they are going to the palace,we are neither politically influenced nor financially buoyant but determined to transform our community through commitment and selflessness,we will reach to our fellow Youths at the grassroot and encourage them to acquire knowledge by enrolling in schools,Political awareness and participation by youths will be our next line of action.
Adagwom Jos Izere Chiefdom,Ada Emmanuel Ajik (JP) represented by the Acting District Head of Gwash,Adagwom Yakubu Samuel Atsen,commended the youths for the vision and the initiative they took to construct the signboard,He was flaked by other traditional rulers,women and youths from the various districts of Jos Izere chiefdom

NIGERIA’S FORMER PRESIDENT GEJ VISITS BAUCHI

His Excellency, the former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has arrived at Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport Bauchi today on a one day working visit.

The former President was received at the airport by His Excellency the Executive Governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad,Deputy Governor Senator Bala Tela, SSG Sabi’u Muhammed Baba, Chief of Staff Government House, Dr Ladan Salihu, State PDP Chairman, Alhaji Hamza Koshe Akuyam, thousands of supporters and top Government Officials.

President Jonathan is in Bauchi to honour the invitation of his former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Abuja and now the Governor of Bauchi State to commission some road project executed by his administration.

Lawal Muazu Bauchi
Special Assistant
(New Media) to Bauchi Governor
6th April, 2021.

Prince Sekat, Jos

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of DIG Usman Alkali Baba as acting Inspector General of police.

He immediately replaces Mohammed Abubakar Adamu.

The Minister of Police Affairs, Maigari Dingyadi disclosed this to State House correspondents on Tuesday.

The president had on the 4th of February, extended the tenure of Mohammed Adamu as the Inspector General of Police for three months out of which the erstwhile police boss spent two months and three days.

AMB. GODWIN SABO TAKAT (GST) TURBANED AS MAKAMA KOMBUN DISTRICT

3rd April, 2021.

Amb. Godwin Sabo Takat (GST) an illustrious son of Bwai district of Mangu LGA today recognized by his community with a chieftaincy title tagged “Makama Kombun”. The event took place at the palace of HRH. Da Tetmut Audu, Mishkagham Kombun.

The ceremony had in attendance Da. Tetmut Audu, Mishkagham Kombun, Da. Gabriel Gusat Gujagar, Mishkagham Bwai, Clergies, MDA chairman Bwai, MYM National president, Mangu LGA PDP chairman and many others.

It is certain that the title conferred in you is due to your tremendous contributions to your community. On behalf of the teaming supporters of Amb. Godwin Sabo Takat, friends and well wishers, we congratulate our boss and mentor believing that the added tasks would spur you into doing more greater things to humanity in Jesus name.

Congratulations and best wishes dear ambassador.

Signed: Roy Panshak, Media Consultant to Amb. Godwin Sabo Takat (GST)

A MESSAGE OF HOPE FROM NDE VICTOR DAVID DIMKA ON EASTER SUNDAY.

As we celebrate the resurrection of the son of God who came to pay the supreme price for the sin of mankind, to give us all clemency into salvation, I extend Easter felicitation to all Christians in Plateau State and Nigeria as a whole.

The period presents another opportunity for all Christians to commune closely with Christ and reconnect with God.

But while we do that, let us pause and reflect on the earlier events in the life of Jesus- the prophecies of His birth, His life on Earth, miracles He performed and sermons He preached, and His torture and subsequent death on the Cross.

All these should serve as a defining moment for us as we celebrate this special season.

May the blessings of the season remain with us now and forever.

Boniface Kassam
Media Head,
DVD Movement.

GOVERNOR LALONG CONDOLES WITH FAMILY OF LATE HON. MAITALA

Governor Simon Bako Lalong on Sunday 4th April 2021 visited the residence of late Hon. Haruna Maitala, Member Representing Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituency at the National Assembly to commiserate with them over the death of the law maker, his son and two aides in an auto accident.

Lalong who was accompanied by the Deputy Governor Prof. Sonni Tyoden, Secretary to the Government of the State Prof. Danladi Abok Atu some members of his cabinet and Emir of Wase, Alh. Muhammadu Sambo Haruna said the death of the late legislator who was on his way to attend the wedding of one of his sons is not only tragic but painful.

He however urged the family to accept the death in good faith and consider it as an act of God. He said the late law maker has done his best and all that remains is for those still living to continue his legacies of kindness, love and sacrifice.

Emir of Wase Alh. Muhammadu Sambo said the late Hon. Maitala was a lover of peace and a philanthropist who served his constituency and the State with passion.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Idris Wase was also at the residence to condole with the family.

The family appreciated the visit and thanked the Governor for according them such honour even when their late father was alive.

Prayers were offered for the repose of the souls of the deceased.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
4th April 2021

NDE VICTOR DAVID DIMKA fsi
MOURNS THE SUDDEN DEMISE OF HONOURABLE HARUNA MAITALA.

Nde Victor David Dimka fsi has commiserated with the immediate family, people of Jos North/Bassa Constituency and the entire people of Plateau State over the sudden dead of the member representing Jos North/Bassa Constituency Honourable Haruna Maitala who was involved in a ghastly motor accident along Abuja-Jos road on Friday, April 2, 2021.

He said the news came to him as rude shock, adding that the unfortunate incident happened at a time his services were much needed.

The leader of the DVD Movement said the late politician made his mark as a lawmaker and contributed immensely to the development of democracy in this country.

While conveying his condolences, he urged the family to be strong and take it as an act of God.

He prays for the repose of his soul .

Boniface Kassam
Media Head
DVD Movement.