After the tussle on the leadership of Plateau State House of Assembly on Monday 1st of November, 2021 The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, psc (+), NPM, fdc has ordered the immediate posting of CP Bartholomew Nnamdi Onyeka to Plateau State Command as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) in charge of the State. The posting follows the redeployment of CP Edward Ebuka to the Force Headquarters for other national engagements.
The new Commissioner of Police, CP Onyeka, hails from Nkume, in Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State. He holds a B.A (Hons) in Public Administration and a Masters Degree in Defence Studies from Punjab University, India. He has attended several tactical and leadership courses within and outside Nigeria including Strategic Leadership and Command Course (SLCC), Police Staff College, Jos; Financial Malpractices Investigation Course; and Armed Conflict Management Course, Command Staff College, Jaji, Kaduna State. He has served in various operational, investigative, and administrative capacities in Bauchi, Imo, Abia, Zamfara State Commands and Zone 1 Headquarters, Kano.
The IGP, while assuring the people of Plateau State of the unrelenting commitment of the Police leadership to containing prevailing and emerging crimes in the State, charged the new Commissioner of Police to deploy his community building experience in ensuring improved public safety and security of lives and property of the citizenry in the State. He enjoined the people of Plateau State to continuously work with the Police for effective policing of their communities.
The IGP announced that the posting should be with immediate effect.
IMPEACHED SPEAKER AYUBA ABOK DEMANDED FOR 200 MILLION TO ALLOW GOVERNOR LALONG PRESENT BUDGET TO HOUSE.
Those who are hailing the former impeached Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly as a hero of democracy and one who claims to be “standing” with the people of Plateau State will be shocked to hear this.
It has now been revealed that the former Speaker has been notorious in corruption and neck deep in using his position to extort money from those who approached the House with any Bill during his tenure.
One of the worst cases is the fact that in October 2021, months after Governor Simon Bako Lalong granted autonomy to the legislature, former Speaker Abok demanded for 200 million naira from the Governor before he would allow the 2022 appropriation Bill to be presented to the House.
The refusal of the Governor to yield to this act of corruption led to blatant refusal of the impeached Speaker to allow the budget to be laid on the floor of the House. This heightened the frustrations of the members especially those in the APC were shocked that Abok who is supposedly an APC member and got to the seat on account of the majority status of the APC, was toying with the future of the State he claims to be “standing” for.
This according to the majority leader of the House, Hon. Naanlong Daniel pushed them to move against the former Speaker and save democracy in Plateau State from being truncated by a selfish and corrupt youth who has damaged the chances of youths in governance through corruption, ineptitude, arrogance, pride and irresponsibility.
But the members of the opposition PDP both in the House and elsewhere who know these facts are in cahoots with the former Speaker enjoying the loot and bent on using the rejected former Speaker to distabilise the Government and fool the naive and gullible who are ignorant of the corrupt tendencies of the impeached Speaker.
In addition to this, he has embezzled millions of naira belonging to the House which came in as a result of the autonomy granted by the same Governor Lalong that he is conspiring with PDP members to castigate and abuse.
When his colleagues called him to account, he started running helter skelter claiming to be “standing with the people”. His cup is full and he is now exposed. He must account for his misdeeds and prove his innocence before the law. No amount of blackmail and media propaganda will save him. Only the truth will.
With this revelation, the bubble has bursted on the hypocrisy, lies and cheap propaganda of the former Speaker and his PDP collaborators who up till Monday 1st November 2021, were still joking that they are still interested in returning corrupt impeached Abok as a Speaker despite his rejection by majority of the House.
They were seen in a viral video on social media begging Governor Lalong and President Buhari to intervene and return the corrupt Abok to office aa Speaker despite the stench of loot on him.
All of a sudden, they seem to forget the meaning of autonomy which they fought for and secured through the Governor who was the first in the country to implement despite cold feet by other Governors.
In the coming days, it is hoped that corrupt Abok will begin to confess his sins to the law enforcement agencies when they call him to account for his stewardship and answer corruption charges that he has refused to tender before his colleagues despite several demands. No wonder he shut down the House since August and refused to reconvene for fear of accountability.
Now that he has been exposed for who he is, we hope the good citizens of Plateau State who have been hoodwinked into believing the lies of the erstwhile Speaker will disregard his antics and allow peace to reign in the State. He cannot hold down the entire State because of the skeletons in his cupboard.
We await the denial of the former Speaker to enable us tender the evidence to the public for perusal. We shall not hesitate to upload other of his dirty deals to the public if he challenges us. For now we leave it at this. Let the public know the truth before Abok leads them astray.
Plateau – Jang express desire to lead protest over impeachment of Speaker Abok
Former Governor of Plateau state Jonah Jang ,on Wednesday said that he is willing to lead a protest of Plateau people against what he termed the illegal impeachment of the former Speaker of the state House of assembly Hon Abok Ayuba.
Jang in a statement made available to newsmen in Jos reads that “Having fought for democracy, as member of NADECO and later the G38, i am willing to lead a protest of Plateau people against the illegality that has been perpetrated at the Plateau State House of Assembly.
The statement reads that ” the unfortunate happenings in the Plateau State House of Assembly in the last couple of days calls for, not only the intervention of all well-meaning Plateau elders and stakeholders but, people of goodwill who love the State and hold it dear to their hearts.”
He added that “We are indeed witnesses to the drama which has engulfed the State Assembly simply because a section of the Government wants the Speaker out at all costs. While it is unfortunate that these individuals have put their primordial sentiments above reason, and would do anything including making a mockery of the Constitution just to achieve their selfish ends, we cannot fold our arms as the efforts the Plateau people have put to sustain the fragile peace is made nonsense of.”
“The removal of a speaker or change of leadership in legislative houses might not be new, but when the process is abused and goes against the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the people must work together to ensure the stability of the House which, in any case, is made up of those they voted to represent them and work for their welfare and in their best interests.”
Jang further added that the Executive has tried, albeit unconvincingly, to wash its hands off of the disgraceful events in the House of Assembly but the more the Governor and his handlers try to spin a story around the issue, the more glaring it becomes that the six members who staged an impeachment are only acting out a script for the Governor, the hasty nature with which the Governor hurriedly received a ‘new speaker’ knowing full well, being a lawyer, that what happened was an aberration, speak volumes “Evidence has shown that the numbers required to carry the impeachment is not available to those desperate to remove the speaker, hence they have resorted to using undue force in pushing forth their agenda which is indeed, not only unconstitutional but, shameful.
He also added that Plateau is bigger than any individual, the aspirations of the people must not be trampled upon owing to the selfishness of a few .
The statement also reads that ” This transcends party affiliation, it is a matter of safeguarding the Plateau heritage and guaranteeing the security and welfare of the people which, in all honesty, the government of the day has failed to provide.”
Jang who was also former Senator representing Plateau North in the National Assembly called on Youths to resist the temptation of taking laws into their hands as two wrongs can not make a right.
He said that “The Governor must listen to the voice of reason and restore normalcy in the Plateau State House of Assembly, the crisis bedevilling the Assembly has a way of spiralling to affect the lacklustre performance of the government which has already failed in discharging its responsibility to Plateau citizens. The interests of a few must not, therefore, be allowed to shatter the hopes of millions of Plateau people who deserve better .”
” It is on this premise that I call on Plateau elders to rise up to the occasion by prevailing on the Governor, Barr. Simon Bako Lalong, to demonstrate leadership for once by allowing the Honourable Members of the Plateau State House of Assembly to decide who their leaders are and even if the speaker were to be impeached, the members of the House be allowed to so decide; arm twisting the Assembly with a few members will further derail the government of the day as it staggers toward a directionless route.”
No amount of explanation will justify wrongdoing, it is unconstitutional for 8 out of 24 members to effect a change in leadership in the House, no matter how the Government goads them on. The Governor should know better as a lawyer, he must not allow the trappings of power push him to dig deeper into infamy, the prize he has earned for himself, with Plateau people, in seeking personal ambition over the collective welfare of the citizens. Ordinarily, one would have thought that the Governor, himself, a former Speaker of the House of Assembly who was impeached, would have learned from the mistakes of the past and etched his name in gold but here we are, retrogressively marching beyond the dark days of our past.
Democracy has come of age in Nigeria and those of us who were in the trenches fighting for the return to democratic rule will not fold our arms and watch our labours washed down the drain by the egotistical pursuits of individuals who are only beneficiaries of what we were even jailed for by the military.
I want to use this medium, as I join my voice with those of other well meaning Plateau people, to call on the Governor to salvage the situation and restore normalcy to the House. We have become a laughing stock and we must put an end to the unconstitutionality playing out at the Plateau State House of Assembly.
Failing to do that, the Governor would not only have openly declared tacit support, as we are already sensing, to a breach of the constitution but would have gone ahead to brazenly show he sanctioned the comedy playing out in the House of Assembly.
GOVERNOR LALONG PRAISES GOSA @ 70; SAYS IT HAS IMPACTED SOCIETY
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has expressed deep appreciation to the missionaries who founded the Boys Secondary School (BSS) and Girls High School Gindiri (GHS) for their foresight in building an institution that has raised leaders who have made their mark and influenced society positively.
Governor Lalong was speaking when he recieved members of the Gindiri Old Students Association (GOSA) who were at the Government House Rayfield Jos, to pay him a courtesy visit as part of activities for the 70th Anniversary of the institutions.
Governor Lalong expressed delight that the institution has remained true to its motto of “Light and Truth” by turning out products that have made impact in various fields of endeavour. He said many of them have risen to very high offices in Plateau State, Nigeria and other parts of the world on account of the discipline, godly knowledge and academic training they obtained at Gindiri.
He urged the old students to use the 70th anniversary celebrations to reflect on what they can do to improve the fortunes of the schools and of education in the entire State using the various opportunities available to them.
He assured them of the support of the Plateau State Government in their activities pledging to intervene in the well being of the institutions particularly the School for the blind.
GOSA President Prof. Rotgak Gofwen said they were at the Government House to appreciate the Governor for his support over the years and also intimate him on the activities lined up for the 70th anniversary celebrations.
He said the old students have constructed science laboratories, remodelled the dining hall and rebuilt the Assembly Hall all in a bid to enhance the comfort of students and teachers.
He also said the body has built a befitting GOSA headquarters which will be commissioned during the festivities.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 3rd November 2021.
GOVERNOR LALONG RECIEVES ANAN PRESIDENT, PLEDGES TO SUSTAIN TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
President and Chairman of Council, Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) Prof. Benjamin Chuka Osisioma, FNCA and other Principal Officers today paid a courtesy visit on Plateau State Governor, Simon Bako Lalong at the new Government House, Little Rayfield Jos.
Prof. Osisioma said they were at the Government House to intimate the Governor on the progress of the body and the new ANAN University which was approved recently by the Federal Government.
He said ANAN has continued to make progress having been given a conducive environment to flourish in Plateau State since establishment. This he said made the body to turn down overtures by other States to relocate ANAN College from Jos.
The ANAN President said the body has embarked upon many social responsibility projects which have been completed. These include school renovation and water provision within the host communities.
He appealed to the Governor to fulfil his promise of assisting the ANAN University in constructing a library as well as the road leading to the institution.
Responding, Governor Lalong said he was proud of the achievements of ANAN which has come a long way in building professionals in the accounting profession and building a solid institution that has metamorphosed into a University.
Plateau State he said will continue to support ANAN in its efforts to develop the nation through producing sound professionals that are capable of managing the resources of the nation in a transparent and open manner.
He commended ANAN members for contributing to the success of the Rescue Administration as they have added a lot of impetus to the transparency and accountability rating of the Government which has earned Plateau State awards at the national level.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 2nd November 2021.
NDE DAVID VICTOR DIMKA fsi CONDOLES THE FAMILY OF DR JAMES DALOK
The leader of DVD Movement, Nde David Victor Dimka fsi received with shock the news of the sudden demise of Dr. James Dalok, who notably was the running mate of the PDP Gubernatorial candidate General Jeremiah T. Useni at the 2019 General elections.
“The late Dr. James Dalok shall be greatly missed not only by his immediate family, Mwaghavul nation, Plateau State but the nation at large”.
Nde David Victor Dimka fsi urges the family, Mwaghavul nation, The Peoples Democratic Party, friends and associates to take solace in God Almighty who is the author and finisher of our lives.
May his soul rest in perfect peace with the Lord. Amen.
ABU 1990 LAW CLASS DONATES RELIEF ITEMS TO PLATEAU STATE.
The Ahmadu Bello University Law Class of 1990 who are coursemates of the Plateau state Governor Simon Bako Lalong, have donated relief materials to assist in addressing the plight of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP’s) affected by the recent crisis in the State.
The classmates were at the Government House, Rayfield-Jos to make a symbolic presentation of the items to the Governor. Leader of the delegation Sylvanus Tahir said they came to commiserate with the Government and people of Plateau over losses incurred during the attacks which left many survivors stranded and in pains.
Tahir said the ABU class of 1990 were greatly moved to act and show support to the Governor who is their coursemate because he has always embraced everyone irrespective of class, social status, religious or ethnic affiliations.
The team leader recalled with nostalgia their days in school where they worked as a team and loved one another. He described the Governor as a humble and accessible personality who is a rallying point for the set, a virtue he has exhibited for many years.
They commended the Governor for his efforts of making Plateau a peaceful state, Tahir called for unity and the spirit of oneness among citizens of the State irrespective of tribe, religion, and other differences praying that the peace being experienced will be consolidated.
Governor Lalong while appreciating the gesture said he is very proud of his class for their solidarity, show of love and brotherliness which has been demonstrated in their support to people in need.
He recalled how the class encouraged him to come out and contest the Governorship elections in 2015 by contributing in kind and financially which assisted his campaign.
Lalong disclosed that the set is blessed with many high standing personalities in the society including 5 Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN), 15 Court Judges among others adding that the gesture done for the people of Plateau will go a long way in relieving those distressed by the crisis.
Among relief items presented were detergents, wrappers, blankets, vegetable oil, noodles, spaghetti, rice, Semovita among others
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 2nd October 2021.
NDE DAVID VICTOR DIMKA fsi CONDOLES THE FAMILY OF BABA CAPTAIN DIN RTD
Nde David Victor Dimka fsi received with shock the news of the death of elder statesman Baba Captain Joseph Din rtd who passed on recently at the age of 84.
Nde David Victor Dimka fsi said, “the demise of Baba is a personal loss to me as he has been a great pillar of support to my family and I.” “Baba was an accomplished soldier who fought for the unity and territorial integrity of Nigeria during the civil war with great valour. After retirement he distinguished himself as a great businessman, community leader who was the Mishkagham Dakyil of the Mwaghavul Nation. Baba was passionate about the Plateau Project and was a consummate politician whose Kalwa House was synonymous with politics in Plateau State. He believed in the unity, peace and progress of not only Plateau but Nigeria as a whole and stood tall in the defence of the cause of justice all his life.”
“On behalf of my family, the DVD Movement in Plateau State, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Din family, the entire Mwaghavul nation, the Government and people of Plateau State and Nigerians at large over this irreparable loss.
“Baba has paid his dues and excelled in different spheres of human endeavor, leaving indelible footprints in the sands of time. We shall miss his fatherly advice as the Chairman of Plateau APC Elders Forum.”
Nde David Victor Dimka fsi prays for God to grant his soul eternal rest in perfect peace. May God comfort all of us.
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has described as a colossal loss, the death of elder statesman Capt. Joseph Din who passed on recently at the age of 84.
Governor Lalong described the demise of late Capt. Din as a huge loss to Plateau State and Nigeria at large considering his long record of patriotism, hardwork, mentorship and sacrifices to national development.
Lalong said the loss of the elder statesman is a personal loss to him as he has been a great pillar of support to the Rescue Administration since its inception, and continued to be a father to the All Progressives Congress family in the State through his role as the Chairman of the party’s Elders Advisory Council.
He said the deceased was an accomplished soldier, great businessman, and politician who believed in the unity, peace and progress of Nigeria.
“Our father was a man of peace who did everything within his power to support the return of peace to Plateau State by embracing people of different faiths, ethnic and political affiliations and also insisted on equity, justice and fairness. Without doubt, his wise counsel would be dearly missed, especially at this time when we are consolidating on the achievements we have recorded within the last six years” he said.
While commiserating with his family and the entire State, Governor Lalong urged that his legacies of love, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and goodwill should be sustained to honour his memory.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 1st November 2021.
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