GOVERNOR LALONG SYMPATHISES WITH VICTIMS OF ATTACK/TANKER ACCIDENT; CALLS FOR CALM
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong says he is deeply disturbed by recent events in the State which led to loss of lives and properties.
Lalong described the recent attack on Farin Lamba Turu, Jos South Local Government where artesenal miners were killed by attackers as callous, condemnable and unfortunate.
He said already the security is working to apprehend the attackers and bring them to justice.
The Governor while sympathising with the families of the victims assured that the Government will stop at nothing to ensure that those who take joy in causing pain on innocent citizens are dealt with as no one will be allowed to reverse the gains made in restoring peace and security to the State.
Similarly, the Governor expressed shock and sorrow over the unfortunate accident involving a fuel tanker which exploded and caught fire along Bauchi road Jos leaving many injured, some dead and property destroyed.
Lalong said the situation which led to traffic disruption also affected business activities in the area.
He sympathised with the victims of the accident and praised the gallantry of security personnel and first responders who swung into action to rescue victims and bring the situation under control.
The Governor also regretted and condemned the action of some irate youths at the scene who attacked officials of the FRSC and their vehicles that came to assist in traffic control and evacuation of victims.
The Governor prayed God to comfort those who suffered loses and assured that the Government will step in to bring relief to survivors and other victims.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 27th April 2023.
The College Governing Council at it’s 11th Regular Meeting of April 26th,upon the recommendation of the Provost Mr. Bako Danlami Sambo FWACN. has unanimously considered and approved the appointment of the former Director, School of Nursing Vom, Mrs Mwolchet Helen Shekara as the Deputy Provost of the College with effect from April 27th, 2023 for an initial period of four years.
As Deputy Provost, Mrs Mwolchet will be required to assist the Provost in the performance of his functions; act in place of the Provost when the post of Provost is vacant or if the Provost is for, any reason absent or unable to perform his functions as Provost; and perform such other functions as the Provost may from time to time assign to her.
Signed: Audu Bappidak Sambo. Public Relations and Protocol Officer (CONMVOM) 28th April,2023.
A member-elect from Kaduna State (Kachia/Kagarko), David Umar, has called for support for the election of a young lawmaker as speaker of the incoming 10th National Assembly, narrowing his choice down to Yusuf Gagdi
Umar, who made the call in Abuja, contended that Nigeria’s young people represented the present and future Nigeria, but noted that the demographics of political leadership in the country do not represent this reality.
He stated: “Both government and the political parties do not reflect this reality. That has to change. And this change should begin in the House of Representatives.
“What is the part of the youths in the political leadership calculation? Where is the place of the youths in our democracy? Is it only as legislative and media aides?”
Umar said majority of 10th National Assembly members fall below the age of 50, meaning that to maintain a conflict-free House, a young leader that could relate with the younger generation of lawmakers-elect must be elected as speaker.
“It is essential to note that this contingent of members-elect is the youngest ever. The possibility of intergenerational conflict is high if the leadership of the House doesn’t reflect this in the composition of the House,” he stressed.
The Rep-elect, therefore, urged other members-elect and the All Progressives Congress, APC, to support Yusuf Gagdi to become the next speaker, saying he was not only in the youthful bracket as a 42 year-old but also had cognate experience in legislative business.
Umar said the argument that other lawmakers were more experienced than Gagdi in parliamentary business, because he was going for his second term, was not tenable, having surpassed them in legislative functions.
to water and many more. He has worked to improve the human capital quotient of his constituency and state. These are verifiable facts.
“Experience is not about years spent in parliament without results; it is about having the knowledge of how to use your office to better the lives of Nigerians as Gagdi has done,” he said.
GAGDI: THE MACHINES HAVE NOT STOPPED WORKING DESPITE OTHER PRESSING ENGAGEMENTS
For those who know what their representatives have accomplished for the good of the people in their communities, they may have stories to tell.
For some, it may be story of regrets, yet for others, they are daily pouring encomiums about their performances in various communities.
Despite winning his election for a second term, many are surprised that the people’s representative and top contender for the office of Speaker, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has not slowed down in providing first-class projects for Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam federal constituency.
Only last week, the last bach of his intervention in the area of the provision of potable water was the digging of boreholes in far flung Munbutbo communities of Kanam LGA. This means all the area has been covered.
So far, 165 have been drilled, 165 Installed 16 motorized boreholes, installed 121 hand pump boreholes totalling 137
Work is resuming immediately after the Sallah break while workers will proceed to Kanke LGA by next week to continue there.
In a similar development, the Pankshin Youth Center Road contruction which was started before the 2023 elections has been completed. Wha is primary in his case is that, he does not start project and it is abandoned.
For now, what is on the burner is, he has presented himself to Nigeria for the contest for the coveted seat as Speaker, House of Representatives.
Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has continued to receive support and recommendations from individuals, groups, governments and his party.
In a few weeks, the members-elect of the House of Representatives of the Federal Republic of Nigeria will convene to elect a Speaker who will preside over the tenth session of the House. By the grace of Allah, I intend to stand in that election for Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives.
I am offering myself for this position because, more than at any other time in our history, the choices we make now, the policies we prioritise and the concerns that determine our governing decisions will have serious long-term consequences either for good or for ill. The House of Representatives should be and will be the arena for many of those decisions. Therefore, we must have a leadership that recognises the importance of the moment and will rise to the occasion as it demands.
A nation’s journey is never complete. Each generation is responsible for taking up from their predecessors, correcting their mistakes and building on past gains. It also falls to each new generation to try to resolve the unsettled questions and atone for the original sins that stand in the way of progress. For us in Nigeria, the great unresolved question that continues to unsettle our republic, that stands in the way of us reaching for the stars, is this – what does it mean to be a Nigerian?
For the tenth National Assembly, beyond considerations of appropriations and bills, motions and resolutions, our highest obligation will be to provide the arena necessary for the impassioned yet civil debates and constructive engagements required to answer this fundamental question. The answer to this question is the missing piece that has eluded us for as long as this nation has existed.
This unanswered question continues to stand in the way of consensus on basic issues of nation-building, turning every disagreement into a conflict and every conflict into a war of attrition.
Even as we seek to answer the fundamental question of who we are and who we hope to be. We cannot lose sight of the real and present governance challenges that need to be addressed quickly, with intelligence and empathy. We have one of the world’s largest populations of young people, and there aren’t enough jobs available to pay them a good living and give them a sense of self-worth. Millions of our young people cannot conceive a future for themselves in the country of their birth, and they are rightly outraged. Those who can, are leaving. Others remain here, angry fodder for the fire next time.
What we need now in Nigeria is a wholesale, coordinated and sustained effort to change how we govern ourselves, a radical reassessment of how we allocate public resources and prioritise government interventions. We need to find the courage to make the difficult choices we have for too long deferred and prepare ourselves for the disruption of transformational change. Please make no mistake; transformational change is exactly what we need now. The incrementalist approach that has left us dealing with issues others have long ago solved, trailing our peers in every index, and competing with those who once looked up to us will no longer suffice. However, the simple truth remains that we cannot solve these problems unless we solve them together.
The tenth House of Representatives can be the engine room of innovation and transformative governance. It can be a legislature that reflects the best possibilities of our nationhood, a place where men and women who believe in the worthy cause of Nigeria can, with character and courage, wisdom and humility, confront our most significant national challenges. For that to happen, the House must first confront its failings and address its dysfunctions. We must manage the legislative calendar better to give room for constructive debate and deliberate consideration of critical policy issues. It is a waste of talent and a failure of imagination not to embrace the diversity of voices, perspectives, and experiences of members of the House of Representatives.
Not all governance challenges can be fixed by establishing a new agency or instituting a new, unenforceable ban. We must be willing to embrace complexity when making decisions about complex public policy issues. Legislators must recognise the limits of our abilities and consciously engage sectoral expertise to guide legislative decision-making and elevate the quality of legislative interventions and output. These proposals for internal reforms and recommended policy priorities for the 10th House of Representatives are articulated in the manifesto I will present to the public on the 6th of May, 2023.
Fellow Nigerians, I refuse to accept the cynical view that Nigeria’s best days are behind her. I reject the formulation of thought that all we can do now is superintend the managed decline of this great nation. We must not be bound to the idea that our problems are too big or that our diversity can only lead to conflict, strife, and stagnation. Our story can be that we built a nation from the sum of our parts. That out of many, we became one prosperous nation nourished by the varied cultures, histories, religions, and traditions of the diverse people who call this place home. All the possibilities exist within us to move this nation forward together. I am running for Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives because I believe in the possibilities of Nigeria. I ask you to believe with me.
God bless you, and God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Gagdi is a Member of the House of Representatives.
CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO THE NEW SPECIAL ASSISTANT (MEDIA) TO PLATEAU GOVERNOR-ELECT, MR GYANG BERE
On behalf of the Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association, we extend our warmest congratulations on your recent appointment as The Special Assistant (Media) to Governor-Elect, Caleb Mutfwang. Your selection for this position is a testament to your outstanding skills and expertise in media, and we are thrilled to see a member of our community take on such a significant role.
As a media professional, we know that you will bring valuable insights, knowledge, and experience to the Governor-elect’s team. Your ability to communicate effectively and efficiently will help ensure that the Governor’s message reaches a wider audience, and we are confident that you will excel in this position.
We are proud to have you as a member of our community, and we look forward to continuing to collaborate with you in your new role. Once again, congratulations on your appointment, and we wish you all the best as you embark on this new chapter of your career.
Sincerely,
Friday Bako Chairman, Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association
GOVERNOR LALONG CONDOLES FAMILY OF GEN. SAID MOHAMMED
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has commiserated with the family, friends, colleagues and associates of the former Chief of Defense Intelligence Major General Said Mohammed who died at the age of 69.
Governor Lalong who expressed shock over the death of the former Intelligence Chief described him as a patriotic Nigerian who served the nation with diligence, commitment and loyalty.
He said Gen. Said was a man who left indelible footprints in various military formations where he served both in Nigeria and abroad.
Lalong said even in retirement, Gen. Said continued to contribute to national development by deploying his wealth of experience through providing counsel as Nigeria deals with its security challenges.
The Governor said the deceased also made an impact in Plateau through his entrepreneurship engagements as well as on the game of golf where he played passionately and participated actively in promoting the sport.
While praying God to grant his soul eternal rest, the Governor asked the family to accept his death as the will of God.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 23rd April 2023.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA NURSES AND MIDWIVES (NANNM) CHAIRMAN COLLEGE OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY VOM CHAPTER PAYS COURTESY CALL ON PROVOST, (CONMVOM)
The Exco (NANNM) led by its Chairman Comrade Williams on Thursday, 20th of April 2023 paid a courtesy call on the Provost, Plateau State College of Nursing and Midwifery Vom, Mr. Bako Danlami Sambo (FWACN).
During the courtesy call,which was attended by members of the College Management Team,the NANNM Chairman congratulated the entire Management Team on their appointment most especially the Provost and Registrar who are his members, describing the selection process as seamless and transparent.
The Chairman thanked the Provost for the warm reception and also commended and acknowledged the dogged commitment and selfless efforts of the Danlami Sambo-led administration, assuring the College management of their unalloyed support. He further urged the Provost to continue the good work in the College, while also soliciting his continuous support for the association.
In his response, the Provost, who is also a former Secretary of the Shendam branch of the association, appreciated the NANNM Chairman and members of his entourage for the visit.
He informed his august visitors that the ultimate goal is to enrich and enhance the quality of our students to make them more intellectually nimble, competent not only for national development but to shape the future.He also used the opportunity to assure the NANNM Chairman and his entourage of his management’s commitment towards ensuring that high quality Nurses are produced in the institution.
The meeting ended with the exchange of souvenirs and pleasantries.
Audu Bappidak Sambo Public Relations and Protocol Officer (CONMVOM) 20th April,2023
CONMVOM MANAGEMENT EMBARKS ON FAMILARISATION TOUR OF THE FOUR SCHOOLS OF THE COLLEGE.
Mr. Danlami Bako Sambo FWACN and his management Team took a tour of the schools in the College in a bid to familiarise with the members of Staff of the College of Nursing and Midwifery Vom community. The decision to embark on the tour was approved at the Management sitting as part of strategies to cement the relationship between the Management and members of Staff of the College Community being one of the major stakeholders in sustenance of the College. The first point of call was the School of Midwifery Vom, after which School of Nursing Vom, School of Midwifery Jos and School of Nursing Jos took their turn in that other.
The Provost and his Team were received by the Directors and Staff of the Schools. He introduced the newly appointed Registrar Mrs. Laraba Kure (JP), Mabas Danladi Majiu (Chartered Accountants) Bursar, and the Chartered Librarian of the College Mr. Gotau Joseph Tongshaka to the delight of the Directors and Staff. He intimated the gathering of the reasons of the visit which is basically to say thank you and familiarise with them most especially the new Bursar and Librarian who are coming outside the College Community. He added that the visit was also to formally inform them that they had assumed office.
The Provost called for unity and a sense of purpose among members of the College Community to develop the CONMVOM as a first class College in Nigeria and beyond. “With unity we can achieve a lot together but we cannot succeed when we are divided” he noted. He therefore, asked the Directors and Staff to support him to achieve his vision of transforming the College. He equally numerated a number of issues among which include Discipline,Hardwork,Respect.He reiterated that the welfare of Staff and Students will be given priority.
Adding their voices to the Provost’s,the Registrar, Bursar and Librarian indicated that they would operate an inclusive administration without discrimination. “We will give opportunity to everybody to contribute towards realising the goals and objectives of this College,” they stressed. On their part, the Directors noted that the College would rally behind the Management to ensure that the vision of the Provost is achieved.
Audu Bappidak Sambo Public Relations and Protocol Officer (CONMVOM) 20th April,2023.
USE EID EL-FITRI AS TEST GROUND FOR NIGERIA’S ONENESS -Gagdi charges Muslims
As Muslims mark Eid el-fitri today, front runner to become Speaker, House of Representatives, and the people’s representative of PKK, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has felicitated with the Muslim Ummah.
While congratulating the Ummah for successfully completing the Ramadan, Gagdi prayed for a hitch free celebration.
He prays that the lesson of the season will enable all to become committed to nation building.
Even not oblivious of current challenges facing Nigeria, Gagdi is optimistic that they will be surmounted to enable the country remain united.
Rt Hon Yusuf Gagdi tasked the Muslim Ummah to continue to pray for the peace of the land and of its leaders to be focused for the common good.
