By Prince Sekat, Jos
Chairman House Committee on Navy, and member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi today at his Constituency Office in Pankshin, while charting a way forward revealed what is soon to take place.
The picture of what to expect about the Gagdi Campaign Council (GCC) and the road for him to be returned for a second term were unveiled amidst fanfare, and encomiums of how he has changed the roadmap and fortunes of PKK in the last four years without selecting which area to bless with projects and empowerment initiatives.
Critical stakeholders who included Nde John G. Gobak, Rt Hon Emmanuel L. Go’ar and Prof SMG Kanam who spoke during the meeting paid glowing tributes to Rt Hon Yusuf Gagdi on what he has done, warning that none of those who attended the meeting should be hoodwinked into using religious sentiments aimed at ruining the chances of the candidate.
They all opined that with the myriad of good seeds planted by Gagdi in the first term, it was time not to sleep, but continue to use various genuine channels to promote his candidacy for the second tenure.
The meeting also coincided with the meeting of his aides drawn from the three local government areas that make up PKK. Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, who spoke matter of factly to the aides, said they have come a long way; as such, they must hold the fort and build on what was started in 2019.
He told the stakeholders, which included some members of the Elders Advisory Council, Principal Officers of the expected Gagdi Campaign Council, all Gagdi Aides, that since he came on board in 2019, he has not failed to pay their entitlements for a month. As such, he enthused that it was expected of them to reciprocate by selling what he has come to represent for PKK.
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January 12, 2023
By Freelance Reporters, Jos
The Federal Government Team on the verification of state interventions on Federal Road infrastructure has visited Jos to assess the road projects carried out by the Plateau State with a view to reimbursing the State.
The team led by the Minister of Transport Mu’azu Jaji Sambo and Permanent Secretary Ministry of Works and Housing among others were received by the State delegation led by Chief of Staff to the Governor Noel Donjur, Commissioner for Works Hon. Victor Lapan, Head of Service Engr. Sunday Hyat, Perm Sec Works, Engr. Alexander Plangnaan and other top Government officials.
The Minister said the team was in the State on the directive of the President based on the submission made by Governor Simon Bako Lalong requesting for the refund of funds expended by the State Government on various Federal road projects and bridges such as the British-American Flyover and Dualisation to Lamingo Junction Roundabout which is nearing completion.
Other completed Projects inspected include Heipang-Mararaban Jama’a Heipang, Mararaban Jama’a British American Junction, Secretariat Flyover Bridge, Polo Roundabout to Farin Gada, and British American Junction Flyover.
Others roads visited are the ongoing Construction of Demshin-Angwan Dadi-Kalong -Nyak, Shargan-Angwan Rina road(42.49km) and Rehabilitation of Longvel-Yelwa-Mato Road (42km).
The Minister described the projects as people oriented and impactful to the citizens of Plateau State and those of other states who use them also.
He said “This visit is by a team that constitutes part of the ministerial committee to assess road projects that were undertaken by the Plateau State government on designated federal highways. It is also to reimburse the state government with monies expended in carrying out such projects”.
The Minister said as somebody who knows Jos very well, he was highly impressed by the quality of the work and would have probably missed his way if he had visited alone despite his familarity with the city.
Sambo said the Plateau State government needs to be commended for carrying out the projects despite its lean resources emphasising that for these projects, the reimbursement is timely and in order.
Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Prof. Sonni Tyoden who received the team on behalf of Governor Lalong said the verification of the projects being carried out by the committee was evidence that the Rescue Administration has been working.
He said while the State will be expecting the reimbursement of about six billion naira very soon, it will continue with the projects that are yet to be completed and ensure they are delivered on time and with the highest quality.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
8th January 2023.
GOVERNOR LALONG CELEBRATES WOMEN AFFAIRS MINISTER, DAME PAULINE TALLEN @ 64
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has congratulated Women Affairs Minister Dame Pauline Tallen on her 64th birthday.
Governor Lalong in a message to felicitate with the Minister described her as a thoroughbred politician and champion of women and human rights who has continued to advocate for social justice in Nigeria.
Lalong said Dame Tallen is passionate about ensuring that the Nigerian woman and the girl-child is equipped with sound education, morals and ample opportunity to manifest her God-given talents and gifts.
This he said she has been able to do substantially using her office as the Minister of Women Affairs by standing against gender violence, rape, harmful practices and other discriminatory actions against women.
Lalong praised Dame Tallen for her commitment to the political development of Plateau State and Nigeria especially as she constantly advocates for women to be given greater opportunities to contest for elections and also be appointed into positions of responsibility.
While wishing her more years of joy, peace and God’s blessings, Lalong urged the Minister who is a Knight of the Catholic Church to sustain her love for God and passion for the growth of the Church.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
8th January 2023.
By Prince Sekat, Jos
In the last couple of months, unsuspecting Nigerians may have been swindled through some Facebook accounts that bear the insignia of the Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, the member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam federal constituency.
While we have repeatedly warned gullible Nigerians that the perpetrators of the act would stop at nothing but to fleece them of their hard-earned resources, it has continued unabated.
In the last week, they have changed tactics by using a non-existent empowerment initiative that is allegedly being floated and named Federal Goverment Agricultural Empowerment Fund for Farmers and Small Scale Business Owners. The amount being bandied that could be given to beneficiaries is in the region of N2 million to N50 million.
Let us quickly warm those who may be hoodwinked, there is no such fund in existence that could serve the purpose, for which they are using the name of Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi to facilitate the release of the funds to them.
In fact, even if there was any such agency, we are sure there are means that could be used to disburse the funds to legitimate beneficiaries.
It is important to issue this caveat, particularly to those who may fall victims. The Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has never engaged in such means to reach out to his constituents.
He is well positioned to understand the workings of government and how his constituents can benefit from such initiative, if any.
May we use this medium to warn the perpetrators and their gullible conspirators to beware that our Principal cannot condescend to the level of their art. He is responsible enough to know what is good and bad.
We are happy to state that Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has and will ALWAYS provide to his constituents what is lawful and legitimate. Having remained focused all the years, there is nothing that will make him circumvent processes to deliver.
In God We Trust!
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January 8, 2023
By Prince Sekat, Jos
Mattew Akawu, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2023 elections in Pengana State Constituency is dead.
Akawu who was billed to fly the party’s flag in the 2023 State Assembly election was said to have attended a new year event in the constituency on Wednesday, January 4, 2022.
A family source confirming the politician’s death said; “He then said he wasn’t feeling fine on his return home, his situation deteriorated and he was taken to the hospital.
“Unfortunately, he died in the early hours of Friday”, the source confirmed.
Also speaking, the Publicity Secretary of PDP in Plateau state, John Akans, confirmed the demise of the candidate.
He said: “Yes we are aware of the death of our candidate for Pengana State Assembly Constituency but the party will issue a statement on that, that’s all I can tell you”. He concluded.
By Prince Sekat, Jos
Plateau state Governor Simon Bako Lalong has cleared two months salary arrears owed civil servants on the state .
A civil servants who spoke to our correspondent but does not want his name on print because he is not authorised to speak on the matter told our correspondent that Lalong is keeping up to his promise of clearing the arrears of salaries owed civil servants .
It could be recalled that the Plateau state Governor Simon Lalong recently reiterated his commitment to the welfare of state’s civil servants, with promise to make them happy throughout his tenure.
The governor gave the assurance in his 2023 new year broadcast to the people of the state .
“On our part as a state, we will make sure we always do the most responsible and sustainable things for you (civil servants) to make sure you have a conducive environment to work, and make sure your salaries are paid as and when due.
In his words ” To our most esteemed civil servants, I want to specially thank you for your support, patience and understanding in the preceding year which has been a difficult one in terms of State finances.
Lalong added that the sharp fall in funds accruing to the State from the Federation Account has hit all States negatively.
“In our own case, we have used other sources including deepening our IGR to be able to sustain payment of salaries, pensions and allowances. “
“We remain up to date in payment of pensions to our retirees who served us with dignity, integrity and diligence. “
” Let me assure you that we will continue to do our best to keep the Alerts flowing and also ensure that we do not leave any arrears by the time we leave office.”
According to Lalong ” As you are aware, this Administration in collaboration with the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria has provided home renovation loan to over 2,500 civil servants in the approximate sum of three million naira each across Ministries, Departments and Agencies to ease housing challenges they face”
“This is in addition to the assistance by Government to the Nigeria Labour Congress in the purchase of the land for the NLC Housing Project in Jebbu Miango, which I personally performed the ground breaking.”
Lalong also added that ” Government has taken note of the shortfall in manpower and has therefore approved the recruitment of qualified staff for the various MDAs and Tertiary Institutions to ensure that we have continuity in the bureaucracy for better performance and efficient implementation of Government projects and programmes in the service to the people. “ " To address the challenge of access to quality, affordable, and prompt healthcare by civil servants and our citizens in general, the Plateau State Health Insurance Management Agency, PLASCHEMA has continued to register thousands of enrollees who now get healthcare services across registered health facilities in the State. "
“We will do the needful to make you happy. Once you are happy you will deliver the service to the state,” Lalong further assured the state civil servants .
Chief Kefas Ropshik “Kefiano” Donates Food to Less Privileged at New Year
2023 is coming with great hope to the less privileged as over 500 Widows and 400 Orphans got food items from Chief Kefas Ropshik Wungak “Kefiano” on Monday 2nd January, 2023 to celebrate his Birthday.
The event which held at Mees Palace was well attend by the business community, political stalwarts and well wishers including Plateau Music Superstar Panshak “Iceprince” Zamani to identify with the Celebrant who according to them is impacting the lives of the masses significantly.
While presenting the food items to the beneficiaries, Chief Kefas Ropshik said he is delighted to share with the less privileged from what God has blessed him with to assist them considering the harsh economic situation which he said has brought untold hardships to the people.
“It is a difficult period for a lot of people and what we are doing here is not our doing but the will of God who has blessed us so we can bless other people. In life, some people’s blessings may come from you and one must be ready not to hoard such blessings but give them out to attract more from God who is the source.
Though things were difficult for us business wise, we still deemed it fit to do what we are doing to identify with the less privileged; put smiles on their faces and give them a sense of belonging in the Society. It is always usual for me that one should always reach out to those in need. I am not doing this because i have more than enough, i am going out of my way to put this together to impact the lives of the people” he asserted.
He urged the people not to allow their background and present situation determine their future.
“Do not disappoint the sacrifices being made by people to you.
When i die, I don’t want to be remembered by the amount of money I have but the number of lives I will touch positively when I die” he said.
He admonished the people to elect credible Leaders who will provide good governance and transform the Nation in the forthcoming general elections.
Miracle Kefas, an Orphan from Barkin Ladi Local Government Area fron the Kefiano Orphanage who lost his parents during the crisis that affect his community couldn’t hide his joy and thanked Chief Kefas Ropshik for catering for their education and welfare since they were affected by crisis.
Mrs Monica Kefas a Widow and Member of Total Women Foundation (TOWOF) appreciated Chief Kefas Ropshik for identifying with them and putting smiles on their faces at their most trying moment.
She prayed God to bless him more so he can reach out to more persons who need same humanitarian intervention.
Each of the Widows got bag of Rice with hundred bags of same going to the orphans to cater for their feeding.
Chief Kefas has been carrying out this humanitarian gesture for 13 Years now and many have benefitted with hundreds on scholarship and others being part of his medical outreaches and other empowerment programmes.
“PLATEAU WILL VOTE APC BECAUSE OF JUSTICE, DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE”; GOVERNOR LALONG
Governor of Plateau State and Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council Simon Bako Lalong says the people of Plateau State and Nigerians at large will vote APC again because of its achievements in the area of peace, development and justice.
The Governor said this at the Bit Pol Cultural Festival in his village, N’yak, Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State to usher in the new year.
He said the APC under his Rescue Administration has done a lot to restore peace to Plateau State and address previous acts of injustice, exclusion and division.
He cited the restoration of traditional stools and creation of new ones as a very important step taken by his government to emancipate the people and give them a sense of belonging in the affairs of the State.
He said such actions and the creation of the Peace Building Agency and opening up of room for dialogue, understanding and unity have made it possible for people to seek common grounds and stand against division and unpatriotic conduct.
While thanking his people for always supporting him and voting for the APC, Lalong said he was sure that such support will manifest in the polls when they vote to elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu as President as well as Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as Governor of Plateau State to succeed him.
He said as the DG of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council, he can guarantee that Tinubu and Nentawe will do justice to all Nigerians irrespective of their backgrounds.
Deputy Speaker House of Representatives Idris Wase said the people of Nyak should be very proud to have produced an illustrious son like Governor Lalong who is humble, patriotic and honest.
He said Lalong is a leader who knows the road to victory and success and deserves to be supported by not only his kinsmen but the people of Plateau State as he has the connections and capacity to protect their interests in national politics.
APC Gubernatorial candidate Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda while assuring the people of Nyak that he will continue with the legacies of Governor Lalong and ensure that peace and stability persists in Plateau State, said the people of Plateau State will witness greater things as he builds in the legacies of the Lalong Rescue Administration.
Nentawe said he will continue to support the Bit Pol Cultural Festival as well as make sure that the people of Plateau State become more united and prosperous.
Plateau State Algon Chairman Hon. Alex Naantuam said the Pol Unity and Cultural Festival has continued to bring in people from around the country every year which is a testament to the unity and progress that exists within the Nyak community as well as collaboration with their sons and daughters.
Chairman of the Pol Unity and Cultural Association (PUCA) Audu Inuwa appreciated Governor Lalong for giving the community a sense of pride through his exploits in politics and performance as Governor of Plateau State, Chairman Northern Governors Forum and Director General of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council.
He said the Pol Unity and Cultural Association has been strengthened with the support and goodwill of Governor Simon Lalong.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
1st January 2023.
