GAGDI STARTS RE-ELECTION CAMPAIGN TOUR OF 36 FEDERAL WARDS OF PANKSHIN/KANKE/KANAM FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY

In what could be described as spectacular, the member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi (Danmalikin Kanam) Thursday, May 5, 2022 started his re-election campaign tour.

Knowing the importance of the love and respect he has for party exco, delegates and the people, he felt it won’t be appropriate to invite them all to the respective LGA’s headquarters to notify them of his aspiration and solicit their support as has been the practice of other contestants.

He chose to honour them by visiting their respective wards to meet with them.

On the first day, he successfully visited eight federal wards starting from Ampang East in Kanke LGA to Langshi and Garram. From there, he proceeded to Tal, Chip, Jiblik, Lankan and Belning wards of Pankshin LGA.

In all the wards visited, he had genuine endorsement by the ward party excos, elders and traditional leaders. They all cited his performance as reason for the endorsement. Such included boreholes already dug in almost all the polling units of those wards, employment to their children, classroom blocks and district head offices in some.

RT Hon Gagdi repeatedly emphasised in all the wards visited his readiness to continue adding value to the people-centred constituency representation and making direct impact on the lives of the constituents as he has been doing since the beginning of his stewardship.

He gave the sum of 300,000 per ward. The ward chairman and Secretary to take 100,000. Other ward exco 100,000 and party supporters 100,000.

Hon Gagdi was accompanied on the tour by some distinguished personalities of PKK among who are the member representing Kantana Constituency, Hon Samaila Hudu Bala, the Deputy Chairman of Kanam LGA Hon Bala Haruna, Hon Maichibi Vwarji, former chairman of Kanam LGA Prof. Saleh Kanam, Hon Abubakar Dashe, one-time chairman Kanam LGA and commissioner, Nde Lar Yilwada, immediate past APC chairman of Kanke LGA, and former chairman of Kanam Hon Hudu Musa Sarki.

Others included, chairman of Kanam elders forum Alhaji Dahiru Ayada, Alhaji Shuaibu Gyangyang and many other notable personalities, some councillors from PKK, House of Assembly contestants from PKK, the APC elders across PKK, support groups, women and youths and teaming supporters.

The campaign tour continues today.

GAGDI MEDIA TEAM
May 5, 2022

GOVERNOR LALONG CELEBRATES LOW-KEY 59TH BIRTHDAY; EXPRESSES GRATITUDE TO GOD

Governor Simon Bako Lalong on Thursday 5th May 2022 marked his 59th birthday with a low-key celebration which saw only his close family members, few Government officials and aides attending the event at his Rayfield residence in Jos.

The Governor cancelled all elaborate celebrations to honour two young professional golfers he has mentored over the years and have won gold medals for the State including during the last National Sports Festival in Edo State.

The two young men who are very close to the Governor in the game of golf were killed in an accident while returning from a golf kitty at the Rhino Golf Course in Jos shortly after the Sallah.

Governor Lalong said he was devastated by the tragic death of the young men who have contributed a lot to the game in Plateau and Nigeria as well as become models for others youths. He prayed for the repose of their souls and God’s comfort for their families.

While thanking his family, Government officials and others who came to felicitate with him, Governor Lalong explained that each day, he continously expresses gratitude to God for giving him good health, wisdom, favour and good relationship with people who have been his source of strength.

He particularly thanked his wife Mrs. Regina Lalong for believing in him, advising, and encouraging him while holding the family strongly during his busy engagements in the service of the State and the nation.

He also thanked members of his government as well as the entire citizens of Plateau State who have given him all the support to work for the peace, progress and development of the State, saying that with peace, there is no limit to achieving positive results.

He promised to continue to serve the State and humanity as he derives pleasure in impacting lives as well as making the most of every opportunity to serve with humility, patience and courage.

Deputy Governor Prof. Sonni Tyoden eulogised the Governor and said his leadership has promoted harmony, peace and massive infrastructural development at all levels.

He testified to the good heart of the Governor saying his decisions are always anchored in the interest of the citizens.

Tyoden prayed God to continue grant him success, good health and opportunities to serve the people.

Head of Service of Plateau State Engr. Sunday Chong Hyat, Commissioner for Information and Communication Dan Manjang, Permannet Secretary Government House Mary Afan, Special Adviser on Political Affairs Samuel Kwamkur and other speakers described Governor Lalong as a gift to the State and Nigeria, praying God to enable him finish his tenure in peace and with his head high.

They expressed optimism that with the achievements recorded under his tenure, a higher calling awaits him at the National level.

Responding on behalf of the family, younger brother to the Governor Mr. Fred Bako said they were elated with God’s favour on their brother and highly appreciate the love and support shown to him and the entire family.

Deputy Chaplain of the Government House Chapel Rev. Dewan offered special prayers for the Governor and his family as well as for the peace and progress of Plateau State.

Meanwhile, messages of goodwill have continued to pour in from various organisations and individuals.

In a congratulatory letter to the Governor, ITF Director General Sir. Joseph Ari said the ITF was proud to be associated with the monumental achievements of the Governor in Plateau State and in his capacity as the Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum.

Sir Joseph Ari said the passion for peace, infrastructural development and human capital development has helped the Governor to restore the lost glory of Plateau State and make it one of the most viable and attractive states in Nigeria.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
5th May 2022.

GAGDI FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM UMMAH ON EID-EL-FITR, DISTRIBUTES #12 MILLION CASH, SALLAH RICE TO PKK MUSLIMS

The member representing PKK and Chairman House Committee on Navy, Rt Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has sent out a warmth felicitation to the Muslim Ummah in commemoration of the Eid-el-Fitr celebration, marking the end of Ramadan.

In a strong worded statement, the lawmaker indulges Muslims to reflect on the blessings of the holy month of Ramadan and continue the good deeds that typifies the live of a true believer, especially in the holy month in line with the teachings of the holy prophet Mohammed (SAW).

Meanwhile, in consonance with his tradition of providing incentives for his constituents during religious festivities, Gagdi has doled out #12 million cash, and bags of rice to some few selected members of his constituents for the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

The amount consist of various cash incentives to Imams of Friday and daily mosques, in Pankshin, Kanke and Kanam LGAs, Muslim Districts and Village Heads in PKK, various Muslim groups within the constituency and Jos based Muslim stakeholders who are from PKK.

Various groups and individuals in Kanam LGA, which is known to have the highest concentration of Muslims in the Constituency got a disbursement of #4.9 million, Pankshin LGA got a disbursement of #1.3 million, Kanke got #1.1 million, Jos based stakeholders got #3million, while political parties and party stakeholders got a disbursement of #3 million, bringing the total disbursement to a little over #12 million.

While assuring that all those who are listed in the disbursement paper will get their Sallah package, Gagdi maintains that his benevolence is not out of abundance of resources, but out of his inborn desire to share whatever he has with those in need; especially at festive periods like this, where some families may encounter difficulties in providing for their households.


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RT HON YUSUF GAGDI ATTENDS NGAS FESTIVAL OF ARTS AND CULTURE PUSDUNG 2022, APPRECIATES GOVERNOR LALONG FOR EQUITABLE LEGACY PROJECTS

The member representing Pankshin, Kanke and Kanam Federal Constituency, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, Saturday, April 30, 2022 attended PUSDUNG 2022, the Ngas Festival of Arts and Culture at Pankshin.

The member, who is the chairman of the Plateau Legacy Group was at the event in triple capacity; first as the representative of the constituents who were celebrating their culture and heritage: to represent the Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt Hon Femi Gbajabiamila and also to stand in for the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt Hon Ahmed Idris Maje Wase.

Hon Gagdi poured encomiums on the Ngas Nation for coming with the PUSDUNG, describing it as a veritable tool for unity, progress and economic development and promised to always contribute to its continuity; and of any developmental initiative that will uplift the Ngas nation, and by extension the entire PKK and the state in general.

The member who arrived the venue of the event together with his political father, the Executive Governor, Barr Simon Bako Lalong showered encomiums on him for being a father to all in the state as has been demonstrated in his equitable distribution of projects to all the 17 LGAs of the state.

He said the Lalong Legacy Projects which are at different levels of completion as well as the Governor’s political signatures are legacies that must be sustained; a cause he is ready to give his all for.

RT Hon Gagdi made a handsome donation of 10million naira on behalf of himself, his family and the people of PKK as his contribution towards the building and expansion of the Ngas Skills Acquisition Center.

He equally brought the contribution of the Speaker, House of Representatives and the Deputy Speaker which amounted to five and one million naira respectively.

It can be observed that Hon Gagdi has continued to demonstrate his love and commitment towards making better the lots of the people of PKK at any given opportunity. That has been demonstrated in his people-oriented representation and dedication to causes that affect his constituents.

Hon. Gagdi accompanied the Governor back to the Government House and has since proceeded to Abuja to celebrate the Sallah with his family and is expected back to beJos within the week where a foundation for a robust 2023 politicking will be laid.

GAGDI MEDIA TEAM

GOVERNOR LALONG FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM UMMAH ON EID-EL-FITR

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has felicitated with the Muslim Ummah in Plateau State and Nigeria at large on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast ushering in the Eid-el -fitr celebrations.

Lalong in a message to mark the event expressed optimism that the period of the fast provided an opportunity for the Muslim Ummah to devote themselves to personal and corporate prayers as well as self purification for a better relationship with God and man.

He said the Ramadan period was significant because it enabled them to not only commit their personal affairs to God, but also ask God to intervene in the many challenges of the State and Nation at large.

Lalong charged them to continue in this attitude of prayer and supplication as well as loving one another irrespective of religious, ethnic or other differences.

He said the current security situation in the country as well as other economic challenges cannot be overcome unless Nigerians recognise that they are one people whose common destiny takes precedence over personal interest.

The Governor also used the event to call for more prayers for Plateau and Nigeria ahead of the 2023 general elections, urging for unity and tolerance by the electorate as well as the political class whose conduct and utterances are vital to the overall success of the elections.

While wishing them happy and peaceful celebrations, the Governor again reminded all citizens of the need to resist the ploy by criminals and crises merchants to use sentimental faultlines and instigate ethno religious intolerance and violence.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
2nd May 2022.

“PROMOTE CULTURE OF PEACE”, GOVERNOR LALONG CHARGES CITIZENS AT NGAS FESTIVAL FOR ARTS AND CULTURE, PUSDUNG 2022

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has charged citizens to promote the culture of peace which is cardinal to development and also important to overcoming insecurity in the country.

Governor Lalong was speaking at the annual Ngas Festival of Arts and Culture, Pundung 2022 held at the Pankshin Mini Stadium.

While commending the Ngas people for doing their best to maintain law and order within their domain, he warned that Government will continue to confront terrorists and other criminals and those who shield them.

Citing the recent incident in Namu, Quan Pan Local Government where some hoodlums tried to prevent the arrest of a suspected kidnap kingpin and resorted to destruction, the Governor said security agencies have been mandated to be ruthless with those who delight in creating chaos and sorrow for innocent citizens.

Lalong said from the dances, to cultural displays, and the array of food and artifacts showcased during the Pusdung Festival, he was reassured that the designation of Plateau State as the Home of Peace and Tourism remains very highly appropriate.

Accroding to him, the event has over time become an avenue where the Ngas people evaluate the progress of their people at home and in diaspora, as well as fashion out ways of doing more to impact the upcoming generation.

He assured the Ngas people that the Government will continue to carry out projects within their domain.

“Among other things, we have restored the Pankshin Water Treatment Plant which was moribund for many years and also completed the General Hospital in Kwall, abandoned for many years. Work has been ongoing at various Legacy Projects sites within Ngas land including Government College Pankshin which we intend to transform to a world class Technical School in our efforts to develop skills and train entrepreneurs” he said.

Speaking on the 2023 general elections, the Governor said:
“As we move deeper into the era of politics ahead of the 2023 general elections, I wish to appeal to our citizens particularly the political class to be careful with their utterances and shun all forms of desperation that is capable of disrupting the peace of the State. Let us play politics without bitterness and put the interest of the State and its people above individual aspirations”.

Special Guest at the event, Speaker House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila represented by Member Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam Yusuf Gagdi said the cultural festival is a veritable tool for unity, development and economic development which must be sustained and promoted beyond the shores of the country.

He promised the support of the House and that of Legislators from Plateau State towards ensuring that laws are passed to bring development to the State and Ngas land such as the recent upgrading of the Federal College of Education Pankshin into a Federal University of Education.

Commissioner for Culture and Tourism Mrs. Tamwakat Weli said the Lalong administration is very passionate about the promotion of cultural festivals which is a very important tool for the development of tourism and wealth creation.

Mrs. Weli also delivered the message of the Minister of Transport Rotimi Amaechi who was Chief launcher at the event and said the Transport Minister associates with the Ngas nation which is known for hardwork, unity and tolerance.

Chairman of the Ngas Development Association Nde Gonen Gofwen thanked the Governor and other guests for attending the event saying that the Ngas nation remains very committed to the peace, progress and development of the State and Nigeria at large.

Funds were raised for the expansion of the Ngas Skills Acquisition Centre into a standard Industrial Incubation Centre. Governor Lalong also decorated Miss Pusdung 2022.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
30th April 2022.

 

GOVERNOR LALONG CONDEMNS ATTACK ON SENATOR/JOURNALISTS IN NAMU; ORDERS SECURITY AGENCIES TO APPREHEND CULPRITS AND RESTORE ORDER.

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has expressed outrage over an attack on Senator representing Plateau South District, Prof. Nora Dadu’ut and some journalists which occured on Thursday 28th April after the commissioning of an ICT HUB constructed by the Senator as part of her Constituency Project in Namu, Quan Pan Local Government Area.

The attack which was said to be unrelated to the commissioning of the project was alleged to have been orchestrated by hoodlums who were said to have been angered by the arrest of a suspected wanted kidnap kingpin by security agencies, and thus decided to vent their anger on passers by and any innocent person they encountered.

This led to the burning of one of the security vehicles of the Senator, the damage of her official vehicle as well as the complete burning down of the NUJ Press bus which conveyed members of the Union to cover the event.

Governor Lalong while sympathising with the Senator and Members of the NUJ over the despicable act, directed security agencies to conduct thorough investigation into the matter and ensure that the culprits are fished out and brought to justice.

Lalong who praised the quick response of security forces who reinforced to contain the situation, restore calm and take charge of the general area, vowed that criminal elements will not be allowed room to operate in any part of the State under his watch.

He also commended the Chairman of Quan Pan Local Government for the imposition of a dusk to dawn curfew on Namu town to enable security agencies properly take charge of the situation to avoid further escalation and exploitation by crises merchants.

The Governor appeals to law abiding citizens of the area and the entire State to be vigilant and also beware of the antics of criminals and their sponsors who are desperate in orchestrating trouble for selfish gains.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
29th April 2022.

Nde David Victor Dimka wants to Bequeath a secured, prosperous and united state anchored under the fear of God

April 29 2922

This was made known during the Plateau Gubernatorial Aspirants Discuss with the Plateau Bloggers Association PLABOMA.
Nde David Victor Dimka is from Kanke Local Government Area.

His vision, his agenda and purpose for running for the office of the governor of Plateau state is anchored on the need to see that the society progresses.

He said he is one of such people who want to add value to what governance should be.
He said: “Plateau, just like any other state in Nigeria has problems. But these problems need someone with a vision to fix these problems.”

If given the chance, He said he will like to give the people a state that is secured, prosperous and united. That of of this should be anchored under the fear of God.
That if this vision is put together, they will address the problems on the Plateau.

He wants to ensure that Plateau has that environment where every one feels safe and secured.
That once you have a sense of security and unity, progress and development is assured.
Security is key, and he wants to ensure that the chief security officers of our localities are given the mandate of securing their communities.
People such as the local chiefs among other local leaders will be given all the support they need to secure their People.

As the captain, the people wherever they are from will be given a sense of belonging. That whoever they are, and wherever they are coming from, they will understand that they have a stake in building the state.

He has also promised to accommodate young people in his administration.

GOVERNOR LALONG BREAKS FAST WITH MUSLIM UMMAH; EXPRESSES DELIGHT OVER GROWING INTER-FAITH DIALOGUE IN PLATEAU STATE

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has hosted the Muslim Ummah in Plateau State to a breaking of fast as part of the Ramadan fasting period.

The dinner hosted at the Banquet Hall of the new Government House, Little Rayfield Jos had in attendance Muslim religious leaders and their Christian counterparts.

Lalong said the breaking of fast demonstrates the growing level of inter-faith dialogue among citizens of Plateau State.

He said “This evening, we are gathered here across faiths to demonstrate that though Ramadan is essentially a Muslim festival, other faiths also share in the solidarity and goodwill because of our common heritage within the Abrahamic faiths. Besides, we are all created by God. Only recently, we Christian marked Easter to commemorate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. During that celebration, many Christians reached out to their Muslims brothers and sisters and celebrated together to demonstrate the love of God and affirm the unity of mankind. We believe the same will apply as the Muslim Ummah concludes the Ramadan fast and engage in festivities marking the event. I am happy that through robust engagement, dialogue and inter-faith activities, adherents of the Christian and Muslim faiths particularly in Plateau State are closing ranks and getting back to the good old days of oneness”.

Governor Lalong reiterated that his administration has invested so much time and resources in restoring peace and security to Plateau State by tackling religious intolerance, fighting bigotry and injurious preaching by some leaders and followers of both faiths. Through the Peace Building Agency and Inter-Religious Council, such efforts have reduced to the barest minimum the potential for religious crises.

“All of us have a duty to teach our younger one the fear of God, faithfulness to our faiths, respect for one another, and protection of humanity from the dangers of evil. Let our devotion and reverence to God be evident in the way we treat others particularly those who are of different faiths from us. Since God is love, nobody who truly claims to love God should hate or do harm his neighbor” he said.

In his remarks, Emir of Kanam Alhaji Muhammadu Babangida Muazu commended Governor Lalong for sustaining his peace initiatives which have continued to give Plateau a new perception and acceptance among Nigerians and non Nigerians alike.

He appealed to the Governor to continue to build the structures for lasting peace particularly by installing traditional rulers whose stools are vacant especially within the central zone. This he said will make it easy for Government to be proactive in dealing with any threat to peace.

Member representing Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam Federal Constituency Yusuf Gagdi called for more support to the Governor from the religious and community leaders as well as all citizens to enable him carry on with his pursuit for peace and harmony.

Gagdi said such support is necessary in order to deny merchants of crises the ability to foment trouble using religion.

Secretary to the Government of the State Prof. Danladi Abok Atu said the Governor’s gesture is part of his magnanimity and efforts to build religious harmony and encourage the citizens to respect one another irrespective of religious or ethnic differences.

National Secretary of JNI Dr. Khalid said the Muslim Ummah on the Plateau are delighted with the consolidation of achievements for a united, prosperous and peaceful Plateau State that accommodates all law-abiding citizens irrespective of their backgrounds under the leadership of Governor Lalong.

In his remarks, Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria Rev. Fr. Polycarp Lubo praised the event describing it as a mark of brotherly love which is within the teachings of the Bible and the Quran.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
28th April 2022.

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