GAGDI PERFORMED EID PRAYER IN ABUJA, JUMAAT IN DENGI, CELEBRATES SALLAH WITH MUM IN GAGDI, VISIT SOME LEADERS IN JOS.

The member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has had a busy Eid-el-kabir celebration today shuttling between Abuja, where he observed the Eid prayer and performed the lamb slaughtering sacrifice with his family, then moved to Dengi where he observed Jumaat prayer with the Emir of Kanam, some members of the Emirate Council, and some people of Kanam, visit his home village of Gagdi where he celebrated Sallah with his widowed mum and some traditional and religious leaders, greet some leaders in Jos before returning to Abuja to continue the celebration.

While at palace of the Emir of Kanam, the lawmaker paid sallah hommage to the monarch and appreciated him for the moral support as he continues to represent the people of PKK to the best of his ability.

The traditional ruler was full of kind words for the parliamentarian for the successes recorded so far, and urged him to sustain the tempo.

GAGDI had one hour close door meeting with the Emir of Kanam.

At his home village of Gagdi, the lawmaker addressed religious and traditional rulers who trooped to his house to pay him sallah homage, and urged them to keep praying for their elected leaders to optimally represent them and provide succour to ameliorate their hardships.

It was a warmth mother-son relationship, as the lawmaker spent some time with his widowed mother who lost her husband about two weeks ago. His mother prayed for him and blessed him, as she promised to keep the family united even in the absence of their father. She admonished her son to embrace the virtues of his late father and adhere to his legacies.

Gagdi was in company of his two friends, Sani Mohammed, a staff of the Aso Rock presidential villa and Engr Abubakar Mohammed.

Signed:
Gagdi Media Team (GMT)

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FROM JOS SOUTH LGC

The attention of the authority of Jos South Local Government Council has been drawn to a malicious publication on a purported invitation letter making round most especially in the social media for the turbanning ceremony of a Sarki by some faceless group of persons in the name of Bukuru Emirate Council.

Council consider the action of the said persons or group as not only illegal but a deliberate attempt to test the will of the government and to truncate the peaceful tranquility the people have been enjoying thus far.

The relevant security agencies have been adequately directed to unmask those behind the publication for possible prosecution.

Council wishes to state categorically clear that there is nothing like emirate council in Jos South local government area and consequently enjoin citizens to disregard the said fake and malicious publication and go about their lawful business without fear or intimidation.

We wish our Muslim Ummah the best of the EID_KABIR celebration.


Signed
Hon Dachung Yohana Choji
Management Committee Chairman Jos South LGC

PRESS STATEMENT

ALLEGED INSTALLATION IN BUKURU: PLATEAU GOVERNMENT WARNS MISCHIEF MAKERS

The attention of the Plateau State Government has been drawn to a purported invitation for the installation of one Alhaji Samaila Abdullahi as the Sarkin Kerana 4 in Bukuru, Jos South Local Government Area which is trending on the social media.

The said invitation is purported to originate from a non-existent Bukuru Emirate Council.

This is clearly the handwork of mischief makers and crisis merchants who are determined to instigate crisis and generate a breach of the peace that is currently prevailing in the State.

The Government of Plateau State views this action as another desperate attempt by enemies of the State to make nonsense of the effort of His Excellency Governor Simon Bako Lalong, which has succeeded in reuniting the people and engendering peaceful coexistence in the last five years.

For the avoidance of doubt, Government will not fold its arms to allow such mischief makers tamper with the peace of Jos South Local Government and the entire State by inciting people against one another.

The Jos South Local Government Management, traditional and community leaders as well as security agencies have already met and directed those behind this alleged turbaning to desist forthwith or face the wrath of the law.

The people of Bukuru, Jos South Local Government and the entire State are advised to go about their normal businesses and be vigilant to report any suspicious activity to the law enforcement agencies.

Security agencies are currently tracking those behind this mischief and will bring them to book immediately they are apprehended.

Once more the Governor of Plateau State urges its citizens to celebrate the Sallah holiday in a peaceful manner and observe all COVID-19 guidelines.

LET US CONTINUE TO THINK AND ACT PLATEAU.

Dan Manjang
Commissioner for Information and Communication.
31st July 2020.

Stakeholders in Jos South suspends alleged plans of turbanning Alhaji Samaila Abdullahi as Sarkin Kerana Community


Stakeholders in Jos South Local government area of Plateau state on Friday has suspended alleged Plans for the turbanning of Allahaji Samaila Abdullahi as Sarkin Kerana Community in the Area.

A statement signed by Daniel Bigwan the information Officer of the LGA said that the resolution was reached at an emergency security meeting held at the Council Secretariat in Bukuru.

The emergency Security meeting follows invitation being circulated on the social media for the turbanning of one Samaila Abdullahi as Sarkin Kerana on the first of August 2020.

Reading the resolution, Management committee chairman of Jos South,Dachung Yahona Choji directed Security agencies to deploy personnel to halt such illegal planned turbanning for Peace to reign in the area.

Other Stakeholders including heads of Security agencies and Representatives of Hausa Community said they are not aware of the purported turbanning and assured that anyone found wanting in the illegal act will not be Spared.
The purported illegal invitation for the turbanning is being Circulated in the Social Media by group of People yet to be Known.

It is another season, and even though unusual, the celebration is usual and unique as it falls on a usual Friday worship.
Thus on behalf of myself and the entire family I bring greetings to the entire Muslim Ummah in Plateau and Nigeria wishing all a very Happy Celebration.
Kindly accept our family sincere compliments and best regards at this season of Eid-el-kabir.
Even though COVID 19 and Goverovernment protocols on the Pandemic will not allow you to celebrate properly. I pray may Allah reward your sacrifices bountifully, and quickly answers your prayers to bring to an end this threatening Pandemic and preserve us all to celebrate the next Eid-El-Fitir in more normal and usual worship manner.
As you celebrate may you remember to imbibe the lessons of the season.
BARKA DA SALLAH
REV DR SOJA BEWARANG
Chairman COCIN Board of Trustees and
Former CAN Chairman Plateau State Chapter

THE NEED TO FORESTALL BREACH OF PEACE BY A PHANTOM BUKURU EMIRATE COUNCIL

My attention has been drawn to an invitation card purported to be from a non existing Bukuru Emirate Council inviting the public to a turbaning ceremony of one Samaila Abdullahi as the Sarkin Kerana 4th of Bukuru Emirate on 1st August 2020 at a location said to be the Palace of the Emir of Bukuru.

As member representing Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, I am not aware of the existence of such and Emirate within my constituency and view this as an act of needless provocation. This is highly condemnable and capable of offending the delicate and fragile atmosphere of peace, not only in Jos South but the entire state. By its literary meaning, “an emirate is a political territory that is ruled by an Arabic or Islamic monarch-styled emir, which does not exist anywhere in Jos South.

The organisers should be reminded of the fact that there is a recognised traditional institution; The Jos South Traditional Council under the leadership of Da Nga Dangyang, the Gwom Rwei of Gyel.

In view of the frantic calls and agitations from the peace loving constituents of Jos South, I wish to call on all security agencies and the Plateau State Government to take immediate steps in calling the organisers to order so as to forestall any breach of peace that could lead to a breakdown of law and order in light of this brazen affront on the tradition, customs and ancestral heritage of the people.

I call on my constituents to remain calm but vigilant and report any group or individuals planning to bring disharmony by provoking a breakdown of law and order. Those behind this mischievous act should reconsider their decision and recognize that peace and harmony can only be maintained when all respect the traditions, ancestry and laid down institutions of the people.

As our Muslim brothers celebrate Eid-EL Kabir, may we all size the moment to build bridges of peace between our diverse ethnic and religious communities in a bid to contribute to the quest for sustainable peace and development in our constituency, Plateau State and Nigeria at large.

Government and law enforcement agencies should therefore be alive to their responsibilities and coercion this group or individuals.

I wish to join in wishing our Muslim faithfuls a blessed and happy Eid-El Kabir.

Dachung Musa Bagos.
Member Representing Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency,
Plateau State.

SALLAH GREETINGS FRO M HON LETEP DABANG, APC CHAIRMAN, PLATEAU STATE.

I join the Muslim Ummah today in this joyous celebration of Eid El Kabir.

I bring to you warm felicitations of this season which stands unique to us as a people as we show love,peace,togetherness and sacrifice for one another to build a stable society.

This is calling on us all regardless of religion to put heads together for the collective good of our dear state and country.

May this Sallah celebration draw us more closer to God and strengthen our relationship with one another.

My prayers are with us all as we celebrate EidEl Kabir.

BARKA DA SALLAH TO US ALL.

HON CHIEF LETEP DABANG.
APC CHAIRMAN PLATEAU STATE.

BARKA DA SALLAH FROM Rt. HON YUSUF ADAMU GAGDI

Eid-el-Kabir is an Eid of Sacrifice, Commitment and Obedience to Allah’s orders.
It is a day to reflect on our deeds and give back to the poor and the deprived .

On behalf of my family and the Peace Loving People of Pankshin, Kanke and Kanam Federal Constituency, I am wishing the Muslim faithfuls across the world a happy and blissful Sallah celebration.

May every drop of the blood sacrifices get accepted by Allah (SWT) who is the most Merciful and all Forgiving.

May it bring love and joy to your hearts and your families.

May the piety symbolised by the sacrifices continue to form the bases for all our engagements.

It is a time to reflect on our shared humanity and foster more bonds of love, trust and tolerance especially this period that our existence is being threatened by a pandemic caused by Corona Virus.

May we all heed to our State and all Federal Government approved Protocols in our Celebration.

I wish that Allah’s Blessings Light up our Path and Lead to Happiness ,Peace and Success.

Aameen!

Happy Eid al-Adha.

Rt.Hon.Yusuf Gagdi
(Dan Maliki Kanam/Dan Majen Jhar)
Member Representing PKK
House Commitee Chairman on Nigerian Navy.
National Assembly Abuja

PRESS STATEMENT

NORTHERN GOVERNORS CONDEMN ATTACK ON BORNO GOVERNOR’S CONVOY, MOURN AFENIFERE LEADER PA FASANMI

The Northern Governors Forum has condemned the attack on the convoy of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State, describing the act as callous and reprehensible.

Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong in a statement said the attack on Governor Zulum’s convoy who was on his way to Baga, a commercial town in Kukawa Local Government Area to personally distribute relief materials to internally displaced persons for the Sallah celebrations was another desperate attempt by criminal elements to sabotage the efforts of the Governor towards reducing the suffering of vulnerable people who have been traumatized by terrorists.

Governor Lalong said “this regrettable attack shows the desperation by enemies of peace and humanity at large to jeopardize all efforts towards making life easier for victims of violence in the State over the years. The Northern Governors Forum strongly condemns this attack and stands with Governor Zulum who has demonstrated courage in personally reaching out to people in need despite the dangers. We urge him not to deterred as he keeps working with security agencies to protect the lives and properties of the people”.

In another development, the Northern Governors Forum has mourned the death of elder statesman and leader of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Pa Ayorinde Fasanmi.

Governor Lalong in a condolence message on behalf of the Forum described the death of the elder statesman as a great loss to the Yoruba nation and Nigeria as a whole giving his enormous contributions to the political development of Nigeria.

Lalong said Pa Fasanmi played active role in the enthronement of democracy and its sustenance through his roles as a legislator in the first and second Republics where he advocated for good governance, justice and equity.

While praying God to grant his soul eternal rest, he condoled with his family, friends, political associates and followers.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham, ANIPR
Director of Press & Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State & Chairman, Northern Governors Forum.
30th July 2020

GAGDI DISTRIBUTES 264 RAMS, 530 BAGS OF RICE WORTH #14,450,000MILLION AS SALLAH PACKAGES FOR MUSLIM CONSTITUENTS

In keeping to his tradition of reaching out to adherents of the Christian and Muslim faiths with packages during religious festivities, the member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has distributed 264 rams and 530 bags of 50/25/10 kg rice to various Muslim groups and individuals within his constituency and beyond as packages for the Eid-el-kabr celebration.

Outlining the distribution pattern, Personal Assistant to the parliamentarian, Barrister Adamu Nuhu indicated that religious leaders, party leaders, traditional rulers, youth groups, pressure groups and other recognized bodies in Kanam, Pankshin and Kanke Local Government Areas got 157 rams with 530 bags of rice ranging between 50/25/10 kg, while stakeholders resident in Jos got 54 rams and Abuja got 19 rams. Family and friends of the Late Representatives father within Gum area got 35 rams with 34 bags of rice respectively.

While wishing the Muslim Ummah a memorable Sallah celebration, Rt Hon. Gagdi has urged Muslims to observe the federal government approved protocol in their celebrations and call for prayers among Muslim faithful for an end to the covid-19 pandemic.

The lawmaker pleaded with those whom the packages could not reach to exercise patience, while those who got the packages should appreciate the intention behind the gesture, rather than the quantity.

Gagdi, who is still mourning his late father, Mallam Adamu Yusuf GAGDI, who died exactly two weeks ago, also expressed appreciation to his constituents for the show of love, prayers offered and condolence visits during the burial, and pray for God’s bountiful rewards to everyone that identified with the family during their moment of grief.

The distribution took place in his personal residences in Dengi, Gum-GAGDI, Jos and Abuja.

Those who benefitted from the packages include religious leaders, traditional rulers, youth groups, political party leaders and stakeholders, his personal aides and staff, campaign team and pressure groups among others.

GAGDI Media Team (GMT)