ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS, APC PLATEAU STATE HAPPY EID-EL-MAULUD The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress Plateau State Chapter, Honourable Rufus Bature heartily congratulates the Muslim Ummah in Plateau state and beyond on the auspicious occasion of this year’s Eid- El – Maulud celebration which is the annual commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Mohammed. As you mark this very important day in the Islamic Calendar, it is my hope and belief that you will do so in the spirit of love, peace and tolerance which are the cherished virtues of Prophet Mohammed. I urge you to see the occasion as a moment of solemn reflection and to consolidate on the prevailing peace in Plateau state. We must shun all divisive tendencies and other vices which are detrimental to the collective interest of the good and peace – loving people of Plateau State. I urge you to continue to support His Excellency, Governor Simon Bako Lalong’s rescue administration to enable him continue to deliver on his mandate of securing the lives of all Plateau citizens and the deliverance of greater dividends of democracy. I appeal to all security agents in the state to be vigilant in order to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free celebration. Once again, Happy Eid-el-Maulud Sallah celebration.
NDE DIMKA, VICTOR DAVID fsi FELICITATES WITH GENERAL YAKUBU GOWON AT 87
“On behalf of myself, family and the DVD Movement in Plateau State, I warmly felicitate with our father, Gen. Yakubu Gowon GCFR, former Nigerian Head of State as he marks his 87th birthday.”
Nde Dimka, Victor David fsi in a joyous message described the attainment of the landmark age of 87 by the father of Nigeria as a momentous occasion that calls for celebration and thanksgiving to God.
He said, “Gen. Gowon believes in the unity and diversity of Nigeria and has done all within his power to ensure that the nation remains a prosperous, indivisible and progressive environment for people to realise their potentials irrespective of their backgrounds.”
He also commends the former Head of State for reach out to the less privileged in the society through the Yakubu Gowon Foundation which has carried out several interventions particularly in healthcare delivery, peace building and other critical areas of national development.
“As you celebrate this day, we pray fervently that God will continue to enrich you with greater wisdom and many more fruitful years ahead. We wish you many more years of peace, good health and God’s protection.”
NDE DIMKA VICTOR DAVID fsi FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM UMMAH AS THEY CELEBRATE EID-EL MAULUD FESTIVAL
“On behalf of myself,my family and the DVD Movement in Plateau State, I felicitate with Muslim Ummah as they mark yet another Eid-El Maulud festival.”
Nde David Victor Dimka fsi urged Muslims to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice, obedience, patience, love, compassion and indeed selflessness which without doubt symbolise the true character of Prophet Muhammad S.A.W.
He said the failure of humanity to practice love is what has given rise to selfishness, violence, intolerance, religious bigotry, ethnic hatred, corruption,high crime rate and unimaginable levels of wickedness that is prevalent in various forms in society.
Nde Dimka Victor David fsi therefore enjoined Nigerians especially the Muslim Ummah to use the Eid-El Maulud festival as a period of sober reflection on the numerous challenges facing the country such that the values of sacrifice, obedience, patience, love, compassion and selflessness which the festival epitomises will permeate our national life.
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a successful celebration, Nde Dimka said, “Nigeria is in dire need of inter-religious harmony and dialogue, practical faith-based conduct as well as truth infused lifestyles that unite people and enhances their ability to experience and share love with one another irrespective of their faiths, education, economic status and ethnicity.”
“Nigerians should fully appreciate the lessons and reflect on the true values which Maulud teaches, so that we all will protect and preserve our common patrimony and destiny through mutual sacrifice, tolerance, patience and above all, love. We should work towards a better society that we all shall be proud of.”
Concluding, Comptroller Dimka (Rtd) decried the banditry, kidnappings and wanton destruction of lives and property which have become a scar on our national cohesion and development, and called for deep soul searching by Muslims and Christians alike since all religions proclaim the sanctity of life and property.
The Northern Governors Forum has felicitated with former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, as he marks his 87th birthday.
In a congratulatory message, Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong said the special day brings with it great joy for the life of a great personality who served the nation with uncommon loyalty, simplicity, fairness and courage particularly during trying moments.
Lalong said the Forum is proud of General Gowon who in addition to his role of promoting peace and good governance around the world, remains a unifying factor and consistently mobilised prayers for the peace, progress and development of Nigeria.
He said Gen. Gowon believes in the unity and diversity of Nigeria and has done all within his power to ensure that the nation remains a prosperous, indivisible and progressive environment for people to realise their potentials irrespective of their backgrounds.
Lalong also appreciated the former Nigerian leader for standing up for the truth and supporting various governments through quality counsel and advocacy for social justice.
He also commends the fomer Head of State for making it a duty to reach out to the less privileged in society through his Yakubu Gowon Foundation which has carried out several interventions particularly in healthcare delivery, peace building and other critical areas.
While wishing him many more years of good health, peace and tranquility, Governor Lalong urged him not to relent in offering his wisdom and experience at all times as the Northern Governors Forum and Nigeria at large rely on it for good governance.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State & Chairman, Northern Governors Forum. 19th October 2021.
NORTHERN GOVERNORS GREET MUSLIMS AT EID-EL MAULUD: CHARGE THEM TO BE LIVE IN LOVE
Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong has congratulated the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria as they join their counterparts worldwide to mark this year’s Eid-el Maulud .
The Governor in a message on behalf of his colleagues to commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, said the special occasion brings to remembrance the teachings of the Holy Prophet who emphasized love, forgiveness, peaceful coexistence and humility among others.
He said the failure of humanity to practice love is what has given rise to selfishness, violence, intolerance, religious bigotry, ethnic hatred, corruption, high crime rate and unimaginable level of wickedness that is prevalent in various forms.
Lalong said this celebration should be used as a moment for reflection and reconsideration of the fortunes of the nation which can be changed if all Muslims live their lives according to the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as contained in the Holy Qur’an.
He said Nigeria is in dire need of inter-religous harmony and dialogue, practical faith based conduct as well as truthful lifestyles that unite people and enhances their ability to experience and share love with one another irrespective of their faiths, education, economic status and ethnicity.
While wishing the Muslim community a successful celebration, Governor Lalong assured them that the Northern Governors Forum will continue to work hard in promoting peace, tolerance, national unity and religious harmony particularly in the present circumstances where the nation is in need of a common front to overcome, corruption, insurgency, fight poverty and accelerate development.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State & Chairman, Northern Governors Forum. 19th October 2021
The Executive Secretary Agricultural Research Council Of Nigeria Prof. G H Sharubutu showers torrential accolades on His Majesty Gbong Gwom Jos, Da Jacob Gyang Buba as a symbol of peace and unity on the Plateau on the celebration to mark his 70th birthday.
Sharubutu who describes the monarch as the father to all Plateau State indigenes, congratulates him as he attains 70 of prosperous years. He says Da Gyang Buba has done tremendously well in bringing together the traditional institution as one entity capable of uniting the people of the state irrespective of their religion or tribal affiliation. He also describes him as a complete gentleman who doesn’t tolerate tribalism, corruption and injustice.
Prof. Sharubutu hails the monarch and the Plateau State council of chiefs for their total support to the rescue administration towards fighting against the lingering insecurity and other social vices on the Plateau.
He also describes the monarch as a true Nigerian who served his country in different capacities before retiring as civil servant. He said, Gbong Gwom became a traditional ruler and the chairman Plateau State council of chiefs to contribute in making Plateau a peaceful state . And he is a leader whose desire always, is to see the existence of Nigeria as one indivisible country. The Executive Secretary prays to God Almighty to grant the traditional ruler many more fruitful and prosperous years ahead
The Gbong Gwom thereafter bestowed traditional titles on some individuals who have immensely contributed to the development of Plateau State and Nigeria at large. They include Mr. Austin Pam Dalyop (Galadiman Jos) Engr. Jang Chuwang Tanko (Jarman Jos), Alh Mansur Nakande (Makaman Jos), Chief (Dr) Felix Ezeanoche ( Mutawallen Jos) Da Toma Chuwang Minti (Ngwom Nkanang) Da Michael Gyang Pam (Sarkin Pada), Da Choji Zang Tott (Talban Jos), Mrs. Felicia Chomo Sodipe (Jakadiyan Jos), Mrs. Sarah Dagah (De Sele Berom), as well as Mallam Yakubu Ibn Mohammed DG NTA, a childhood friend of the Gbong Gwom who was given the title of Tafidan Jos.
Your Royal Highness Sir, may your reign be more fruitful and impactful.
Director General of the Industrial Training Fund ITF Sir Joseph Ari on Monday said reading is a critical tool of empowerment.
He also stressed the need for all staff of ITF to engage themselves to imbibe reading culture.
Ari made this known while speaking at the ITF 14th Library week held at the headquarters in Jos. “In the ITF, the first Library Week was organised in 2007 and was aimed at boosting the reading culture in the ITF staff and other users. Since then, the event has been organised every year, leading to marked increment in the patronage of its numerous services, he added .
Represented by Dickson Onuoha ,the Director Information and Communication of the fund ,Ari said “I am very delighted to be here for the 14th edition of the ITF Library Week, which is an important activity on the Fund’s annual calendar that affords us the platform to celebrate the invaluable role of libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming societies.
In his words ” What we are celebrating today, dates back to 1958, when the American Library Association (ALA) organised the first library week. “
He further said that the decision to organise the Library week by the Association was premised on the fact that fewer people were spending money on books, and devoting more time to television and radio shows.
Ari also added that this year, the ITF Library Week with the theme: Library Matters: Building a Reading Culture, is in furtherance of our continued efforts to ensure well rounded staff that are mentally and intellectually prepared to drive the achievement of our onerous mandate.
“As you may be aware, the ITF Library offers an array of services and opportunities for knowledge growth within our community because it contains a wide range of books on various subject matters for diverse readers, and is open not only to staff and their children/wards but to members of the general public desirous of taking advantage of its immense resources. “
The question may be asked; why the emphasis on building a reading culture? Why do libraries matter? For us, the answer is simple; as the leading Human Resource Development Organisation in Nigeria, with the wide ranging mandate to provide, promote and encourage the acquisition of skills, we are expected to be ahead of the field in the discovery of new and trending skills, information and knowledge. For us therefore, knowledge creation is a sine qua non.
It is often said that, “You cannot give what you don’t have.” Therefore, for the ITF to sustain the momentum of growth, increasing relevance and its positioning as a leader in the ever changing and fast-paced knowledge economy in Nigeria, we must embrace and imbibe a strong reading culture otherwise, our vision of aspiring to be among the best in the world will not be fully realized.
This is because organisations that embrace a reading culture build creative and innovative teams that set the tone for development in their sector. In addition, a reading Organisation is basically a learning Organisation that will remain ever relevant because they are able to adapt to any change in the environment that is occasioned by either technology or policies of Government.
He stressed that reading is not only for organizational growth alone but also for individual benefit as it aids in developing the individual’s thoughts, cognitive mental stimulation and brain exercising, vocabulary and knowledge expansion, stress and tension relief and helps with depression and dysthymia amongst others.
Ari called on citizens to visit the library and pick a book and read. I implore you to also make reading part of your daily life; Make a plan read a book a month and by the end of the year, you would have read twelve books.
“We have a library that can boast of being one of the best on the Plateau State. I urge you to visit our library and I assure you that you will find interesting books and other educational resource that will be worth your while”, he further stressed .
WEDDING RECEPTION OF BAPYIBI JOB; HON GAGDI CALLS ON THE COUPLE TO SET THE FOUNDATION OF THEIR HOME ON PATIENCE, LOVE AND TOLERANCE.
Despite the tight engagement of Rt Hon. Gagdi due to the state congress of the APC yesterday, Saturday 16th October 2021; for the love and premium the member have for his constituents, made out time to attend the wedding reception of Mr Bapyibi Jobguyson at Zumji Event Centre Jos.
The lawmaker admonished the couple to build their home with love, tolerance and patience serving as the cornerstone.
He reiterated his commitment towards giving his utmost best to the development of the constituency and the constituents as he won’t relent in his people-centric dispositions of representation.
The father of the groom Engr. Job Bungsgyakman shows his appreciation to Hon Gagdi’s leadership style of carrying all his constituents along irrespective of tribe or religion.
From the wedding reception, Hon Gagdi heeded straight to Crest Hotel, the venue of the party’s state congress which as a loyal and obedient party man participated in the process of getting a state leadership for the party from the start to finish.
CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO THE NEW PLATEAU APC EXCO FROM RT HON. YUSUF ADAMU GAGDI
The peaceful conduct of APC congresses in Plateau State, which climaxed with the emergence of the Rufus Bature led Executive Committee was a clear indication of the party’s to retain power in Plateau State beyond 2023.
While extending my warmest felicitations to Hon. Rufus Bature and his EXCO, may I reiterate that the choice of the incoming party chairman to pilot affairs of the party at this transition period is the best thing that happens to the party in the state, giving the pedigree of the chairman and his enviable antecedents.
Having worked with him during the first tenure of Lalong administration when he was the SSG, while I was Deputy Speaker of the state legislature, I have known him well enough to vouch for his sterling leadership credentials.
With his role as the DG of the Rescue Campaign Organization that wrestled power from the then ruling PDP to install the present administration, and his robust leadership as minority leader of the state legislature, when I was one of the aides to the then Deputy Speaker, the late Zumunta Musa of blessed memory, I can attest to his unquestionable leadership prowess; which he will bring to bare in galvanizing fortunes of the APC in Plateau State for a greater victory in the coming general elections.
As you brace up to assume the mantle of leadership of our great party, I enjoin you to exhibit high sense of responsibility in the discharge of your duties and lead with the fear of God.
You have the assurance of my unalloyed loyalty and dedication to help you succeed in the task ahead.
Once again, congratulations and best wishes in your new responsibilities!
Signed: Rt Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, (Dan Malikin Kanam), Member representing PKK and Chairman House Committee on Navy.
Governor Simon Bako Lalong has described the Gbong Gwom Jos, His Majesty Da Jacob Gyang Buba as a patriotic leader whose passion for peace, justice and unity has assisted in the substantial restoration of peace and tranquility in Plateau State and clearly reflects in his conduct and utterances over the years.
Governor Lalong while speaking at a reception to mark the 70th birthday of the monarch in Jos, said the Royal Father has not only demonstrated consistency in his advocacy and creation of conducive environment for peaceful coexistence and economic prosperity of Plateau State, but that of the entire nation.
Lalong said the life story of Da Jacob Gyang Buba has been characterized by persistence, patience, diligence, honesty and philanthropy both in his professional career and Royal capacity.
He said as the Chairman of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs, the Gbong Gwom has continued to mobilise the Royal Institution towards supporting the Rescue Administration in restoring peace and security in the State. Such efforts he said have assisted the Government to consolidate on its achievements in various sectors.
In their goodwill messages, Former Governor Dara Janah Jang, Long Goemai Miskom Martin Shaldas III, and others, said the celebrant is a man of his words who does not condone injustice, corruption and violence in any form. This according to them has stood him out as a man of principle and courage.
In his response, His Royal Majesty the Gbong Gwom Jos Da Jacob Gyang Buba appreciated the show of love demonstrated by his family, friends, well wishers, people of Berom land, Plateau State and Nigeria at large, saying he is humbled by the words of affirmation and encouragement.
He decried the level of insecurity, intolerance and disharmony that has denied the country and Plateau State in particular the stability for growth and development. He said this is most unfortunate because the society has abandoned timeless values and has been raising children that are confused on the right path to a greater society.
He thanked Governor Lalong for carrying along the Traditional Institution and working for peace and reconciliation, a development he said he will continue to support and promote.
The Gbong thereafter bestowed traditional titles on 10 individuals who have contributed immensely to the development of Plateau State and Nigeria at large. They include Mr. Austin Pam Dalyop (Galadiman Jos) Engr. Jang Chuwang Tanko (Jarman Jos), Alh Mansur Nakande (Makaman Jos), Chief (Dr) Felix Ezeanoche ( Mutawallen Jos) Da Toma Chuwang Minti (Ngwom Nkanang) Da Michael Gyang Pam (Sarkin Pada), Da Choji Zang Tott (Talban Jos), Mrs. Felicia Chomo Sodipe (Jakadiyan Jos), Mrs. Sarah Dagah (De Sele Berom), as well as Mallam Yakubu Ibn Mohammed DG NTA, a childhood friend of the Gbong Gwom who was given the title of Tafidan Jos.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 17th October 2021
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