The majority Leader Plateau State Assembly Representing Mikang State constituency,Hon Naanlong Distributed 1,800 bags of Fertilizers to Farmers in Mikang LGA, while distributed the fertilizers he appeal to the people of his constituency that he will soon call them for another Empowerment programme which will capture the youths interms of educational scholarships,women and to the less vulnerable with other Empowerment scheme to enable them become self reliant..
Hosea Fwagwai , hon commissioner of Agriculture applauded the lawmaker such a laudable gesture especially when it has to do with the less privilege to enable them concentrate more on Agricultural produce which will aid curb hunger and said the effort is in consolidation to the federal government policy on diversification. Also the Deputy Speaker Hon Yipmong who was at the event described the majority Leader as a worthy representative who is always concern over the immediate need of his constituency..
While speaking to our correspondent at the event, The ALGON Plateau State chapter, Hon Vuelgap who is the Chairman of the LGA commended Naanlong and said such will boast agricultural activities of farmers within the LGA and said he serves as one of the first lawmaker to achieve the features of Fertilizer distribution in the LGA and further encourage the farmers to concentrate on the farming as Food is a basic necessity in the society now as the pandemic that engulfed the world has caused alot of havoc interms of famine in the nation and to the world at large.
ALLEDGE PDP CONGRESSES IN PLATEAU SAME AS MILLITARY COUP PLOT.
Hon Emmanuel MACHAM JP, State Publicity Secretary aspirant, People’s Democratic Party, Plateau State chapter has described the purpoted Congresses staged on 29th,August 2020, as a rehearsal of a civilian coup plot against Democracy.
MACHAM while addressing his supporters in Jos Plateau State capital said the purpoted Congresses is a direct dictatorship meted on innocent law abiding citizens of this country and practitioners of liberal and genuine Democracy.
The purpoted exercise falls completely short of the constitution of the People’s Democratic Party and the 2020 congress guideline of the part.
According to the aspirant, twenty three (23) aspirants who had purchased nomination forms vying for various positions were not invited for screening while tweenty five (25) others were invited to a hotel for the screening without the results displayed as outlined in the party guideline.
Macham further stated that none of the twenty three (23) aspirants who were denied screening were intimated about the sham congress which took place. “Just like other concerned party members, we woke on the said day only to hear news of state Congresses on social media,after fulfilling all the necessary requirements of the aspirations.
The said congress fall short of the peace efforts by Governor Ortom of Benue on the lingering crisis of the party in Plateau State.
Sen Adokwe led caretaker committee arrive Plateau for a ninety (90)days official assignment, conducting state Congresses was never part of there assignment as it were and stated in their letter of appointments.
The exercise is completely against the spirit of justice, peace and equity which the PDP is known for.
The ficitious votes allocated to some of us in absentia is an attempt to legitimize the illegality which took place. Those of us who mean well for the party will resist these dictatorial and undemocratic tendencies.
A party in opposition requires leaders with understanding of what it takes for a party in opposition to bounce back, than the insatiable thirst for selfishness and greed, Macham said.
GOVERNOR LALONG OPENS PLATEAU STATE ONE STOP INVESTMENT CENTRE.
The drive towards implementing the ease of doing business in Plateau State just got better as Governor Simon Bako Lalong commissioned the Plateau State One State Investment Centre( PS-OSIC) at beach road Jos on Wednesday 9th September 2020.
While commissiong the centre located at Beach Road Jos, Governor Simon Lalong said with this centre operational, investors will not have to cut through the bureaucratic bottlenecks that hinder easy establishment of businesses in Plateau State as all is now under one roof.
He said “By now, it is very clear to all that our Rescue Administration is matching words with action in ensuring that business activities on the Plateau blossom so as to create wealth and prosperity for our citizens. Since coming into office, we have continued to tackle one after the other, challenges that hamper economic activities in our State. The first one we paid attention to is insecurity which by the grace of God; the cooperation of the citizens; the support of security agencies; as well as other stakeholders, we have been able to achieve substantially”.
The Governor said the State Government established the One Stop Investment Centre (OSIC) as an investment mechanism where relevant government agencies are brought together to one location, coordinated and streamlined to provide efficient and transparent services to investors in the State. He expressed the bope that the One Stop Investment Centre will reduce time and cost of securing business permits, and also enhance the application of legislation and regulations to support competition and business friendly policies.
Commissioner for Commerce and Industry Mr. Abe Aku explained that the One Stop Investment Centre, will be committed to continuous refinement of the processes for obtaining business permits and also improving the quality of regulations that impact the private sector.
He said because today’s world is driven by Information and Communication Technologies, the centre will deploy the most modern technologies and applications that may require less physical contacts thereby making it easier for investors to obtain solutions from every part of the world.
A representative of the German International Development Agency (GIZ) and Chairman of the Plateau Economic Advisory Council expressed hope that the Centre will showcase the business potentials of the State through effective and timely services.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press &Public Affairs to the Governor, Plateau State. 9th September, 2020.
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong on Tuesday swore in the new Management Committee Chairman of Barkin Ladi, Hon. Jock Alamba to replace the late Chairman, Barr. Ezekiel Mandyau who died in July this year. At the event, he charged to him is to ensure that he works for the best interest of the people of the Local Government particularly at this time when COVID-19 is impacting the economy and livelihood of Nigerians.
Below is the full text of the Governor’s speech at the event:
REMARKS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, RT. HON. (DR) SIMON BAKO LALONG, KSGG, EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF PLATEAU STATE AT THE SWEARING-IN OF HON. JOCK ALAMBA AS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN, BARKIN LADI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ON 8TH SEPTEMBER 2020 AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE, LITTLE RAYFIELD – JOS. PROTOCOLS 1. This is another significant event in the governance of our State which became necessary following the unfortunate demise of the late Management Committee Chairman of Barkin Ladi Local Government, Hon. Barr. Ezekiel Mandyau who died in July this year. 2. You will recall that the late Barr. Mandyau was sworn in as Management Committee Chairman of Barkin Ladi Local Government in October last year alongside those of Jos South, Jos North and Riyom Local Government Areas. 3. It is on record that he did his best to carry out people-oriented programmes and projects in the Local Government in line with our Rescue Agenda which impacted positively on the citizens. Sadly he took ill and passed on at a time when he was very active in the fight against COVID-19. 4. Today’s event which is the swearing-in of Hon. Jock Alamba as Management Committee Chairman for Barkin Ladi is therefore necessary in order to fill the vacuum and ensure that governance in the Local Government continues unhindered. 5. As the tier of government closer to the people, the expectations are very high for delivery of basic services that will improve the living standards of the people. Therefore, you must take this assignment as a challenge for you to bring to bear your wealth of experience and make a difference. 6. You are coming at a time when the Nation and our State is dealing with the impact of the Corona Virus pandemic which has adversely affected many facets of life, including finances of the Local Governments. 7. This means that you must embrace prudence, accountability and accord priority to the programmes and projects that have direct bearing on the lives of the people. There is no time for wasteful spending and financial recklessness. 8. I urge you to consult widely and carry along all stakeholders in running the affairs of the Local Government. You must be fair to all and ensure that you avoid any action that can divide the people. 9. Also endeavour to work harmoniously with members of the legislative arm, traditional council and relevant groups to proffer solutions to immediate challenges especially those related to security. 10. Barkin Ladi has enjoyed substantial peace over the years following intense efforts of our administration through the Plateau Peace Building Agency and the cooperation of all stakeholders and security agencies. 11. I expect you to build on this and ensure that the days of violence are gone for good. With the effort to begin community policing, there is greater hope that crimes and criminals will be tackled easily as intelligence gathering and early response improves. 12. Government also expects you to carry out robust community engagement and public awareness campaign in the fight against COVID-19 as we are currently witnessing community transmission. We must work harder in mobilizing the people particularly at the grassroots to follow all protocols and observe guidelines. 13. As an experienced politician, administrator and National Officer of the All Progressives Congress, your capacity to deliver on this assignment is not in doubt. Therefore, you must resist any attempt to distract you from the task of making positive impact on the lives of the people of Barkin Ladi Local Government. 14. Finally, I wish to appreciate the Rt. Hon. Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly Nuhu Abok Ayuba and the entire honourable members of the House for approving the appointment of this veteran who has agreed to one again serve his people. 15. Be assured that we shall give you all the support required for you to succeed on this challenging assignment. 16. Thank you and God bless Plateau State.
Rt. Hon. (Dr) Simon Bako Lalong Executive Governor, Plateau State. 8th September 2020.
*CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE FROM THE RESCUE MEDIA TEAM .*
The RESCUE MEDIA TEAM Congratulates Prof.Dame Nora Ladi Dadu’ut and the All Progressive Congress (APC) Plateau State for conducting a successful primary election for the forthcoming Plateau South Senatorial District bye-election.
We are optimistic that the party(APC) flag bearer will emerge victorious come October 31st,2020. Looking at the nature of Plateau South, the zone deserve a robust representation at the upper chamber of the National Assembly, which Prof.Dame Nora Ladi Dadu’ut is ably qualified to represent the Zone.
The Executive Chairman Qua’an-Pan Local Government Council Hon. Abdulmalik Yusuf Haruna has said that his administration will operate an open door policy by creating enabling environment for fairness, natural justice and equity, towards repositioning the Local Government Area.
Hon. Abdulmalik Yusuf Haruna stated this at the Swearing-in ceremony of the Deputy Chairman, the Council Secretary, Supervisory Councilors, Senior Advisers and other political appointees, held recently at the Council Secretariat, Baap.
The Executive Chairman charged all the appointees to eschew retrogressive acts that will thwart the development of the Local Government, saying it is their collective desire to meticulously impact good governance and equitable distribution of dividends of democracy to the people of Quaan – Pan.
“We are children of necessity in this ‘new normal’. As you accept my congratulations, I challenge you to respect the oath being administered today to guarantee ground for better management of human and material resources of the council, and to uphold the justice and equitable principles of the Rt. Hon. Simon Bako Lalong Rescue administration in the state,” he stressed.
Abdulmalik further acknowledged that governance is a continues process, hence the need to consolidate on the efforts of the immediate past administration of Hon. Isaac Kyale Kwallu toward repositioning the local government for effective service delivery to the people of Quaan Pan Local Government Area.
In an acceptance speech, the Deputy Chairman, Hon. Mrs. Victoria Dalap, on behalf of the Secretary to the Council Barr. Simon Dawang and other appointees, expressed gratitude to Governor Simon Bako Lalong for spurring them into taking positive action at all times. She thanked the stakeholders and the good people of the locality for finding them worthy to serve their motherland.
The event which had overwhelming turnout of party supporters, families and friends of the appointees including political stakeholders of the locality, also featured Oath taking, administered by the Chief Magistrate of Quaan Pan Local Government.
Jacqueline Dakat Information Officer Quaan – Pan Local Government Council
Candidate of the All Progressive Congress APC in the forthcoming Plateau South Senatorial bye elections Prof Nora Daddut on friday said she was overwhelmed by the massive love shown to her by the delegates and people of the Zone .
This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Jos
“We want to thank the good people of Plateau Southern Senatorial Zone for the show of solidarity, love and support from the beginning of this journey to where we are now.”
Our sincere appreciation goes to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Dr. Simon Bako Lalong the Executive Governor of our dear Plateau state for his commitment towards a greater Plateau and his love for our Senatorial Zone, his dedication and continues effort to reposition our senatorial zone is a manifestation of his desire to see that his rescue agenda is achieved across board.
We also pour out our hearts in love and appreciation to our most committed party chairman Hon. Latep Dabang who was true to his word to offer a level playing field to all aspirants in the build-up to the primaries, Mr Chairman sir, your labor of love to see that our great party stands out in the state is a reflection of your dedication towards a better and greater Plateau.
We further express our unreserved appreciation to all our traditional rulers, religious leaders, fathers and custodians of our customs and ways of life for their fatherly role towards sustenance of good governance through advice and wise counsel.
Today we want to say a big thank you to all stakeholders in our senatorial zone, we may not be able to mention names as the list is long, however, our heartfelt appreciation goes to Rt. Hon. Idris Maje the Distinguished Honorable Deputy speaker of the House of Representatives Federal Republic of Nigeria, The Distinguish Senator Nde Hezekiah Dimka Senator representing Plateau Central Senatorial Zone, Hon. Dame Pauline Tallen, Hon. Komsol Longgap, the Distinguish Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ayuba Abok, All House of Assembly Members of our Distinguished Party, The Chief of Staff to the Governor of Plateau State Hon. Noel Donjur, all Commissioners and Executive Council members of the Rescue administration, all former assembly members and Commissioners, local Government Chairmen from Shendam, Qua’anpan, Mikang, Langtang North, Langtang South and Wase, Elders of our beloved party The All Progressive Congress, Party Chairmen and Excos of our Senatorial zone from the Local Government to the ward level, all distinguished Honorable members and all delegates, all Aspirants that stepped down and all that continued the race to the finish line, your labor of love to take our party to greater heights cannot be overemphasized.
The journey that we started following the sad event of the passing-on to glory of our beloved senator who worked diligently for our senatorial zone would not have been this successful if not for the dedication of our people, the good people of Southern zone, this commitment has so far translated in the support we got from delegates in the primary elections. This gesture we promise to preserve in our consolidation agenda.
Truly, in our manifesto, the people comes first and this we will work in collaboration with the masses and all relevant stakeholders and partners of development to achieve.
As we move further into the by-elections, we want to say the primary election has only given room for us to have the opportunity not to show who is better but to relate as brothers and sisters, hence, we are all victorious, to the other contestants, this is the time we have to hold our hands as a family for the good of our people, let the service continue.
NORTHERN GOVERNORS CELEBRATE SGF BOSS MUSTAPHA @ 64
The Northern Governors Forum is facilitating with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Gidahyelda Mustapha, as he marks his 64th birthday.
Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong in a congratulatory message described Boss Mustapha as a quintessential gentleman who has distinguished himself in legal practice, politics and service to humanity.
He noted the various contributions of the SGF to the growth of Nigeria’s democracy at different times particularly through the All Progressives Congress where he played significant role in its formation and victory at the polls.
He said “as Northern Governors, we are proud to be associated with Barrister Boss Mustapha whose passion for justice, peace and transparency has defined his conduct in public and private life where he has left good impression on many who have encountered him. As Secretary to the Government of the Federation, he has provided leadership in managing the engine room of Government thereby providing crucial inpetus to implementation of President Buhari’s change agenda”.
Governor Lalong said his patriotic service through the Federal Executive Council as well as the Chairmanship of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 affirms his deep faith in the progress, development, unity and peace of Nigeria, an attribute which he exhibited early in life and remained consistent up till today.
The Northern Governors prayed that God will grant Boss Mustapha more health, God’s favour and strength for greater service to the nation and humanity.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State and Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum 4th September 2020
News coming in from Shendam has it that Prof. Nora Dadu’ut has won the APC Southern Senatorial Primaries held today.
The Scholar pulled 1,936 to floor other Aspirants in the Primary election which held today at Shendam LGC Secretariat. Barr. Damian Shekarau got 26 votes, Prof. Emmanuel Garba scored 60 votes while Prof. D. D. Sheni pulled 61 votes.
2,117 Delegates across the 6 LGAs in the Zone participated in the Primaries.
Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Rt. Hon. Habu Isa Ajiya declared Prof. Nora winner of the Primary Election having secured the highest votes and met the necessary requirements.
GOVERNOR LALONG AT PLATEAU SOUTH SENATE APC PRIMARIES
Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong has again expressed confidence that the APC will retain its seat at the Senate during the forthcoming by-election to elect a replacement for the late Senator Ignatius Longjan.
Lalong stated this shortly after casting his vote at the APC primary election held in Shendam to elect the candidate of the party for the by-election.
He commended the peaceful and transparent conduct of delegates and party officials describing it as the display of democratic maturity.
He said “we have been preparing for this primaries as one united family to ensure that we produce the best candidate that will fly the flag of the APC at the main elections. Whoever the delegates choose, we shall rally round him or her and market to the electorate in order to ensure that we retain our seat. We are very optimistic of victory as our party ramains the dominant party in this Senatorial District with records of performance”.
While wishing the candidates the best, he expressed hope that those who do not emerge victorious will support the winner and work for the party.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 3rd September 2020.
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