GAGDI: CHRISTMAS IS A SEASON TO LOVE AND SHOW CARE TO PEOPLE
On this day, and significant as it has being in the calender of Christendom, we join the people’s representative, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi in celebrating Christmas with the body of Christ.
As Rt Hon Gagdi has always preached in seasons like this, Christians must use the occasion to show love and care to all. It is in the exhibition of such virtues that Christmas would make meaning.
It is in the realization if his show of love for the people, we note with satisfaction that Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has remained committed in advancing the causes of his people without discriminating against any section.
In the last three and a half years of his representation, he has transformed communities that make the Federal Constituency of PKK with projects, empowerment initiatives, employment and such like; thereby causing to change the lives of his constituents.
As Christmas is celebrated, we make this solemn commitment on behalf of Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi that he will remain focused and committed to representing the people of PKK, while seeking for a fresh mandate in 2023.
CHRISTMAS: GOVERNOR LALONG URGES COMPASSION, LOVE AND HOPE
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has joined Christians in Plateau State, Nigeria and around the world in celebrating Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ which he said is significant because of the message of hope, love and compassion it carries.
Governor Lalong in a Christmas message said the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ gave hope to mankind and restored humanity from destruction.
He said Christmas celebrations should therefore be a period where Christians demonstrate the attributes of Jesus Christ to the world and live up to his teachings by their conduct.
While rejoicing with Nigerians, he said the celebrations should not be overshadowed by challenges that the nation is passing through because there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Lalong advised Christians to extend their love to those who are underprivileged or persons of different faiths just as Jesus did during his earthy Ministry which earned him reverence and honour that is still being celebrated today.
He called on Nigerians to unite and focus on living sacrificially as well as working for the general good rather than being selfish, which is contrary to the lifestyle and teachings of Jesus Christ.
The Governor while wishing Nigerians peaceful celebrations, called for vigilance against criminals who might be planning to use the yuletide period to cause chaos and engage in activities that endanger peace and security of citizens.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 24th December 2022.
2023: GAGDI’S CAMPAIGN COUNCIL TAKES UP, AS HOPE IS REKINDLED FOR PKK, DISTRIBUTES TWO TRAILER-LOAD OF RICE WORTH 48M, SHARES 20 COWS AND A WHOPPING N50M TO PUT SMILES ON CONSTITUENTS AT CHRISTMAS
For two days running, major APC stakeholders in PKK desiring for Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi to return to the Green Chamber in 2023 met with the candidate to unveil his Campaign Council.
Addressing PKK stakeholders in Jos on December 22-23, 2022, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, who arrived straight from Abuja for the meeting, said the members of the Council were carefully considered and selected to prosecute the election in 2023.
The Council is to be chaired by Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, while the Deputy Chairman is Rt Hon Emmanuel Goar I, and Paul Juryit, Deputy Chairman II, whereas the Director General of Campaign is Hon Phillip Dasun Peter to be deputized by Hon Sadat Garga. The Secretary General and Director of Research of the Council is ND Shehu Kanam.
The three chairmen of Pankshin, Kanke and Kanam; Hon Kakmena Audu, Hon Henry J Gotip and Hon (Dr.) Dayyabu Yusuf Garga are Co-Deputy Chairmen.
The Council, made up of the crème de la crème of politicians, are battle ready to prosecute the battle for the soul of Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam federal constituency. The full details will soon be made available after all stakeholders have been brought on bought.
The inauguration is expected soon, and It will be performed by no other person than the Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt Hon Femi Hakeem Gbajabiamila.
Fresh from the unveiling of his Campaign Council, today, December 24, 2022 in Pankshin, Rt Hon Yusuf Gagdi distributed 3400 bags from two trailer load as well as giving out various sums of money to different categories of people for the yuletide.
At the end of the event, a whopping N50 million was spent to put smiles on the faces of individuals, families, and organizations during the festive season. The items which were shared included two trailer-load of rice, 20 cows and money worth 50m naira to individuals, organizations and various groups in PKK.
In an interaction with the Committee responsible for the distribution, Gagdi expressed expressed satisfaction, however, assured groups that have not benefitted, that their cases would be looked into and provision made.?
The palpable show of happiness was written on the faces of those who came to collect the items, even as they prayed for his success in the 2023 general election.
While addressing the sea of heads at his constituency office in Pankshin during the event, Gagdi reiterated the fact that he was not unmindful of the challenges they are going through.
He said he was prepared more than ever before to serve PKK, as such, he needed the continued buy-in of his constituents in 2023.
He however made a solemn pledge that the plans he had for PKK after 2023 were unbeatable and eye-popping. He told the crowd that what they needed to do is to support the aspirations of Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe as Governor of Plateau State.
In the last four years, it has become a trademark of Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi to return to his constituents by blessing them in various ways, just so that he can uplift their spirits and make them comfortable.
This development has been God, because We Have Always Trusted in Him!
GOVERNOR LALONG MEETS HIS SENATORIAL CAMPAIGN COUNCIL; INAUGURATES HOSPITALITY OUTFIT IN SHENDAM
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong and APC Senatorial Candidate for Plateau South District has met with his Campaign Council at the Zonal Headquarters Shendam.
He was received on arrival at the Senatorial Campaign Headquarters by the Zonal APC Chairman Alhaji Abdullahi Musa and the DG Campaign Hon. Nanvel Nimfel.
Briefing Governor Lalong on the activities of the Campaign Council so far, the DG Hon. Nanven Nimfel said the team has continued to carry out a robust engagement across the wards and units of the six local governments of the zone.
He said the candidacy of Governor Lalong for Senate has been well received by people at the grassroots who are optimistic that he will perform well and deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of the zone.
He assured the candidate that the team is working round the clock in carrying out door to door campaigns aimed at not only selling his candidacy, but also that of other candidates of the APC including Asiwaju Bola Tinubu for President.
Responding, Governor Lalong thanked the Campaign Council for their efforts and said while he is away on assignment as DG Tinubu/Shettima Campaign, he has been receiving reports of their fantastic work across all structures of the party.
He said from all indications, Nigerians are determined to return APC to power at all levels including the Plateau South Senatorial Zone which is a home of the APC.
He admonished them to remain dedicated and committed to the mandate as well as avoid distractions from those who want to deceive the people using all forms of methods.
Earlier the Governor had commissioned a hospitality facility, the Shendam Marriotte Hotel.
Governor Lalong commended the brains behind the wonderful facility as well as the management consortium, Efan Hospitality Group for making a bold move to come to Shendam.
He said “As the motto of the Hotel suggests, Shendam Marriotte Hotel is a “Diamond in the South” which seeks to close the gap in the hospitality industry in this part of the State. Prior to this development, there has been perennial shortage of accommodation for guests who come to Shendam or the other parts of the Southern Zone for business, leisure or conferences”.
The Governor said with the expansive road networks that the Rescue Administration has developed in Shendam and neighboring towns, there is huge potential for economic activities in this zone.
He also informed the gathering that the Transmission Company of Nigeria has resumed work to complete the Makeri-Guratop-Pankshin 132 KVA Line which will supply power to the Central and Southern parts of Plateau, as well as parts of Taraba and Bauchi States within the next three months.
The Long Gamai Miskoom Martin Shaldas III welcomed the facility which he said will boost the profile of Shendam that is a gateway for people coming to Plateau State through Taraba State.
Managing Director of Efan Hospitality Group Martina Akintola said the organisation decided to establish the hotel in Shendam because of peace, prospect and warm reception of the people of the area.
She assured that the best services will be offered when this critical power project is completed and commissioned, the entire Central and Southern Zone will witness a massive boost in economic activities.
The Governor later inspected the facility together with other top dignitaries.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 24th December 2022.
Vice Chairman, Kor Development Association, Jos Branch Prince Sekat Sabo,The Yandar Ngas has Challenged Christians to see Christmas as a season that rekindle hope despite the challenges that the nation is going through.
The Vice Chairman made this known as Christmas message to Members of Kor Community resident in Jos and environs.
This he said although Christmas is celebrated globally with varying degrees of merriment, many people are yet to fully grasp the significance of the season.
Prince Sekat Sabo urged Christians to accord the event its spiritual significance and work hard to share with others who are in need in this period.
On security, Prince Sekat Sabo advised Kor citizens to be vigilant at their places of worship as bad elements are on ground not to see the progress of our Nation.
He however Said those who have criminal intentions and work with the aim to destabilize society and cause trouble should be rejected.
Prince Sekat Sabo expressed hope and Confidence that with the prayers been offered by citizens of Nigeria, all the challenges being experience this year will surely come to pass
He called for continues prayers for elected leaders,at all levels, traditional rulers especially The Ngolong Kor,HRH Nde Solomon Chinnang B. Sekat, and Kor traditional council to enable them achieve the desired peace in our Land.
Prince Sekat assured Kor Community in Jos that the Association under their watch will continue to work with. Critical Kor stakeholders resident in Jos and environs to provide the devidence Of Democracy in the Community.
As the general elections draw nearer, the peoples representative, Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi has unveiled his Campaign Council promising that the people remain at the center stage of his activities.
The Council is to be chaired by Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, while the Deputy Chairman is Rt Hon Emmanuel Goar , and Paul Juryit deputy chairman1, whereas the Director of Campaign is Hon Phillip Dasun Peter and Secretary General of the Council is ND Shehu Kanam.
The event was held in Jos preparatory to the formal inauguration in Pankshin in a couple days.
The event had in attendance, Nde John Gobak, Chairman of the Elders Advisory Council for PKK, chairmen of the local government areas of the federal constituency.
Others include members of the legislature, and former members, former local government council leaders as well as party leaders from the area.
Speaker after speaker praised the efforts put in place by Gagdi to change the course of the federal constituency in the last few years, even as they concluded that it was time leaders doing good were not discarded; rather, they should be encouraged by giving them addtional responsibilities.
They encouraged the Campaign Council and leaders present to return with the gospel that Rt Hon Yusuf Gagdi has been exceptional and therefore, deserves to be returned to the Green Chamber in 2023.
GOVERNOR LALONG NORTHERN CHRISTIAN LEADERS; SAYS THE CHURCH MUST MAKE DEMANDS FROM POLITICAL CANDIDATES
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has hosted Northern Christian Leaders in Jos with a charge for them to galvanise the Church and make demands from candidates vying for political offices.
Lalong said this was necessary because anyone who God gives power must work for the interest of all Nigerians including the Christian Community.
He said “This is why we must work harder towards mobilising our brothers and sisters to actively participate in the political process so as to not only decide who leads them, but also have a say on the table when decisions are being taken. We can no longer afford to treat politics as a dirty game thereby leaving it to some few people, and yet complain of marginalization and poor governance. It is the Church that has the solution to the world since Jesus Christ called us the Salt of the Earth and Light of the World”.
Governor Lalong said as Governor and Chairman Northern Governors Forum, he has enjoyed tremendous support and collaboration from the Christian leaders within Plateau State and the entire Northern Region who have had to engage him and other leaders over policies and programmes of Government as well as other national issues particularly as they affect the Christian Community.
He disclosed that he was aware of the expectation of Christians especially as it relates to issues affecting their rights and privileges as well as security and safety within the political system.
“Therefore, as we approach 2023 when Nigerians will be making crucial decisions, I challenge you as leaders to guide your members to first be part of the process and also ensure that they do not make decisions based on emotions and other factors that will not add value to their aspirations. We should be strategic and look at the bigger picture and how it affects our interests” he said.
The Governor assured them that as a Christian and a Knight of the Catholic Church, he will continue to do his best to protect the interest of the body of Christ in any position God gives him to serve the people.
In their goodwill messages, COCIN President Rev. Dr. Amos Mhozo who spoke on behalf of heads of denominations in Plateau, Rev. Dr. Yusuf Wushishi, and former Governor of Adamawa State Bala James Ngilari said the Church must be involved in politics by sensitizing its members towards participation in order to advance righteousness in governance.
They emphasised the need for men of God to always preach peace and douse tensions associated with elections as Nigeria will not end because it is just a constitutional duty to change leaders.
They were also of the view that Religious leaders should encourage people to do the right thing and vote for who they choose without intimidation, harassment and coercion.
Bishop John Praise Daniels led other clergy to pray for the peace and prosperity of Nigeria and for the successful conduct of the 2023 elections.
They also prayed for Governor Lalong in his responsibilities as Chairman Northern Governors Forum and Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 24th December 2022.
GOVERNOR LALONG ELATED AS TCN SETS TO COMPLETE MAKERI-GURATOP-PANKSHIN 132 KVA LINE TO SUPPLY 14 LGAs.
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong says the people of the State have received an early Christmas gift from President Muhammadu Buhari as the 14 Local Governments in the Central and Southern Senatorial Districts which have been without power are set to begin enjoying power supply in the next three months.
Governor Lalong who received a delegation from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) together with officials of the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JED) at the Government House Rayfield Jos, said he was delighted that the project which was awarded 10 years ago but stagnated for various reasons is finally being completed.
The Governor said the Stringing of the Makeri-Guratop-Pankshin 132 KVA Line which will supply power to the Central and Southern parts of Plateau, as well as parts of Taraba and Bauchi States is a major project that will change the lives of the people and promote industrialization and economic prosperity.
He recalled how he made efforts together with the Deputy Speaker House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Idris Wase to ensure that the Federal Government revisits the project which is of enormous economic and security benefit to the people particularly at the grassroots.
While thanking President Muhammadu Buhari, Minister of Power Alh. Abubakar Aliyu and the MD TCN for their efforts, the Governor assured the contractor that the Government will give him all the support needed to ensure that the work is completed within schedule.
He also appreciated the communities along the corridor who cooperated with Government to settle their grievances out of court which enabled matters relating to Right of Way to be settled once and for all.
Earlier, leader of the delegation and GM Engineering Transmission Engr. Shehu Abba Aliyu said they were in the State on the directive of the Minister of Power to ensure that the contractor commences work with the mandate to complete it within 3 months.
He praised Governor Lalong for stepping in and taking bold decisions that led to the settlement of the 5-year old legal battle with communities and property owners within the Right of Way.
He said the materials for the completion have been imported, funding provided, and variation issues considered for the completion of the project. What he said remained a challenge was the threat of vandalism which had affected the existing infrastructure.
Governor Lalong assured him that the Government will work with the security and traditional rulers as well as community leaders to safeguard the equipment and personnel working on the project.
The team later proceeded to the field for commencement of work.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 23rd December 2022.
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong says the people of the State have received an early Christmas gift from President Muhammadu Buhari as the 14 Local Governments in the Central and Southern Senatorial Districts which have been without power are set to begin enjoying power supply in the next three months.
Governor Lalong who received a delegation from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) together with officials of the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JED) at the Government House Rayfield Jos, said he was delighted that the project which was awarded 10 years ago but stagnated for various reasons is finally being completed.
The Governor said the Stringing of the Makeri-Guratop-Pankshin 132 KVA Line which will supply power to the Central and Southern parts of Plateau, as well as parts of Taraba and Bauchi States is a major project that will change the lives of the people and promote industrialization and economic prosperity.
He recalled how he made efforts together with the Deputy Speaker House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Idris Wase to ensure that the Federal Government revisits the project which is of enormous economic and security benefit to the people particularly at the grassroots.
While thanking President Muhammadu Buhari, Minister of Power Alh. Abubakar Aliyu and the MD TCN for their efforts, the Governor assured the contractor that the Government will give him all the support needed to ensure that the work is completed within schedule.
He also appreciated the communities along the corridor who cooperated with Government to settle their grievances out of court which enabled matters relating to Right of Way to be settled once and for all.
Earlier, leader of the delegation and GM Engineering Transmission Engr. Shehu Abba Aliyu said they were in the State on the directive of the Minister of Power to ensure that the contractor commences work with the mandate to complete it within 3 months.
He praised Governor Lalong for stepping in and taking bold decisions that led to the settlement of the 5-year old legal battle with communities and property owners within the Right of Way.
He said the materials for the completion have been imported, funding provided, and variation issues considered for the completion of the project. What he said remained a challenge was the threat of vandalism which had affected the existing infrastructure.
Governor Lalong assured him that the Government will work with the security and traditional rulers as well as community leaders to safeguard the equipment and personnel working on the project.
The team later proceeded to the field for commencement of work.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 23rd December 2022.
Concerned by the protracted scarcity and hike in the price of petroleum in the State, the Executive Governor, Rt. Hon. Simon Bako Lalong CON, KSG has approved the setting up of a Task Force to monitor the Distribution and Prices of the commodity during the Christmas period to ameliorate the sufferings of the citizenry.
The Task Force has the following Membership:
(i) Hon. Comm., Commerce & Industry – Chairman
(ii) Hon. Comm. Science & Technology – Member
(iii) Hon. Comm. Ministry of Environment – Member
(iv) Hon. Comm. Ministry for Urban Dev. – Member
(v) Hon. Comm. Ministry of Information – Member
(vi) Mohammad Suleiman Kutigi – Member
(vii) Representatives of the following as Members:
(a) Nigeria Police Force
(b) Department of State Services
(c) Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps
(d) Federal Road Safty Corps
(e) Operation Rainbow
(f) Department of Petroleum Resources
(g) National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas
(h) Petroleum Independent Marketers
(viii) Mr. Solomon Mwadkon – Secretary
Terms of Reference:
(i) To urgently monitor the distribution of Petroleum products in the State and ensure that Marketers comply with the approved pricing and availability of the commodity.
(ii) To ensure that Petroleum products meant for the State are not diverted to neighbouring States.
(iii) To apprehend and punish perpetrators in line with the provision of the extent laws.
While wishing the Task Force a successful assignment and compliments of the season, you are requested to commence work immediately on receipt of this letter, please.
PROF. DANLADI ABOK ATU Secretary to the Government of the State.
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