PLATEAU GOVERNOR SWEARS IN ACTING CHIEF JUDGE, NEW COMMISSIONERS & PLASIEC MEMBERS
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has warned political office holders against using their positions for politicking rather than delivering services to the people.
The Governor gave the warning while swearing in the Acting Chief Judge of Plateau State, Three new Commissioners as well as Chairman and Members of the Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission (PLASIEC) at the new Government House Rayfield Jos.
He said “Although you have been appointed to different offices saddled with a wide range of duties, your responsibilities will ultimately have a meeting point as they will lead to a more stable, prosperous and democratic society. Therefore, the different oaths you have taken should give you the impetus to serve the people of Plateau State and Nigeria at large with sincerity, diligence and determination”.
The Governor told the Acting Chief Judge Justice Peter Mann that he was coming on board at a time when there was greater need for the dispensation of justice in the State and the nation at large in order to sustain the rule of law. Social order he said is under serious threat by the actions of some groups and individuals who do not want to submit to law and order, but prefer to create anarchy and perpetrate violence against innocent citizens.
He asked him to give leadership and direction to the judicial arm of Government to enable it discharge its constitutional mandate without fear or favour, affection or ill-will.
For the three new Commissioners appointed to fill the vacuum created by the resignation of three Commissioners who contested and won Chairmanship seats of their respective Local Government Councils, the Governor urged them to see their appointments as a platform for service to the people and a chance to contribute to the success of the Rescue Administration and the APC.
He said they are coming on stream at a time when the life of this administration is gradually coming to an end which means that they should hit the ground running to ensure that the assignment they are taking on is implemented with speed, accuracy and accountability.
He said “While you quickly get acquainted with the vision of the Rescue Administration, you must refrain from abusing your offices and also shun any act of corruption, favouratism and nepotism. The civil service is not a religious organization, political party or ethnic entity. You must be professional and fair to all according to the laws of the land and the oath of office you have just taken.”
He also warned those with political ambitions to refrain from using their positions for politics rather than work.
” Let me warn you against abandoning your responsibilities for politics especially now that the journey towards 2023 is drawing closer. While it is your right to engage in political activities, you should beware that the office of the Commissioner is for service, not glamour. By accepting to serve in the cabinet, you have inadvertently agreed to focus on delivering service to the people rather than using the time for politicking. However, if any of you feel he has urgency for politicking and fulfilling an ambition, you should kindly excuse us so that you do not constitute a distraction to the Governance process. We are at a critical time when we need to complete on-going projects and implement some others that will be our parting gifts to the people” he said.
For the Chairman and Members of the Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission, the Governor said their re-appointment into office is a testimony to their credible performance during your first tenure.
He said “Already, we have seen the result of your proactive and deliberate steps to carry along all political parties, civil society, the media, electorate, and politicians towards making sure that elections are conducted in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. The last Local Government elections conducted in September attests to the efforts you deployed to ensure that citizens exercise their franchise without rancour and bitterness”.
He advised them to always resist the pressure from political parties, candidates and their supporters or any other interest group to obstruct or manipulate you to do their bidding.
In his response on behalf of the appointees, Acting Chief Judge of Plateau State Hon. Justice Peter Mann said they will do their best to serve the State and Nigeria with all diligence, honesty and sincerity to add value to good governance in the State.
Full list of the appointmentees sworn in:
1. Hon. Justice David Gwong Mann – Acting Chief Judge, Plateau State 2. Hon. Brain Bindim Dadi – Comm. Housing 3. Hon. Dan Philip Hirkop – Comm. Higher Education 4. Hon. Idris Gambo – Comm. Physical Planning & Urban Development 5. Mr. Febian Ari Ntung- Chairman, PLASIEC 6. Mr. Lamindi Tagonze Kaiwani – Member PLASIEC 7. Hon. Joshua Pefun Ndom – Member PLASIEC 8. Comrade Patrick Mamgin – Member PLASIEC 9. Haj. Hafsat Hassan Amin – Member PLASIEC 10. Adala Peter DanBenji – Member PLASIEC 11. Hon. James Dashan – Member PLASIEC
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 13th December 2021.
GOVERNOR LALONG SADDANED BY DEATH OF SOUN OF OGBOMOSOLAND
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has commiserated with the family of His Royal Highness, Oba Oladunni Oyewumi, Ajagungbade III, CFR, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, on the passage of the royal father.
Governor Lalong in a condolence message described the loss of the First Class traditional ruler as a great loss to the Government and people of Oyo State and Ogbomosoland because of his leadership that brought peace, prosperity, reconciliation and tolerance to the people during his 48 years on the throne of his ancestors.
Lalong said the demise of the revered traditional ruler is also huge loss to Plateau State as the late Kabiyesi spent his formative years in Jos where he founded many businesses as well as built strong relationships which he continued to maintain after being called upon to ascend the throne of his fore fathers.
He said during his tenure as former Chancellor of the Plateau State University Bokkos, the late Soun of Ogbomosho inspired the Institution to grow and become one of the leading State Universities in Nigeria with rapid expansion of infrastructure, research and student experience.
While urging the family, Oyo State as well his subjects to be consoled by his good works, Governor Lalong called on them to keep alive his legacies of humility, wisdom and generosity as well as embracing people from different backgrounds and showing love at all times.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 12th December 2021.
GOVERNOR LALONG TO SWEAR IN ACTING CHIEF JUDGE, COMMISSIONERS AND PLASIEC MEMBERS.
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong will perform the swearing in of the Acting Chief Judge of Plateau State; Three new Commissioners; and Chairman/Members of PLASIEC.
The event will take place on Monday 13th December 2021 at the New Government, House Little Rayfield Jos by 10am.
All invited guests should note that Covid-19 protocols will be observed please.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 12th December 2021.
MONUMENT OF DECEPTION AND HERESY (Shabul Mazadu) Henrik Clarke said, “To control a people you must first control what they think about themselves and how they regard their history and culture.” It is so sad that the former Governor of Plateau State, Dr. Jonah David Jang, who understands perfectly well the twisted perception and psyche of the average Plateau man towards religion, is bent on clapping them in fetters and shackles of religiosity and keeping them permanently in its dungeon. He knows that freeing their mentality from such slavery will amount to losing a very good number of followers particularly his kinsmen. Having discovered the treasure of gaining political momentum from his mother as allegedly said who advised him to enroll in theological school to gain popularity to become governor, did so, and it worked for him. His enrolment in the Theological College of Northern Nigeria, TCNN, gave him the greatest advantage of winning the 2007 gubernatorial elections as so many evangelists, pastors, bishops, reverends and others rallied round him mobilizing their adherents and telling them that the deliverer, a God fearing man has come to rescue. In fact a cross section of preachers tagged him NehEzra project. That is, the man that came in the spirit of Nehemiah and Ezra to liberate Plateau. Having enjoyed this religious support ride for eight years, he resorted in cajoling Plateau into believing that he has not only graduated from theological school and being a pastor, but he was a prophet. Hence, he talked to God and will consult him on whom to succeed him in 2015. He told Plateau State that he is embarking on prayers for God to reveal to him his successor. And after the prayers, he said God revealed Senator Gyang Nyam Shom Pwajok, may his soul rest in peace, as his successor but it did not come to pass, showing that God did not talk to him. Moses said, “When a prophet speaketh in the name of the LORD, if the thing follow not, nor come to pass, that is the thing which the LORD has not spoken, but the prophet had spoken it presumptuously: thou shalt not be afraid of him.” Deuteronomy 18: 22 It is no secret that Jang’s political party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has been painted as a Christian party with the full interest of Plateau at heart. To consolidate this belief, and with 2023 fast approaching, Jang completed the 5,000 seater capacity of a religious alter he started and tagged, “Ten Commandments Monument,” at Doi in Jos South. Now, so many Christians particularly of the PDP extraction celebrated and rendered applauds to Jang saying the man with the interest of Plateau at heart and a lover of Jesus Christ. Now, Jesus Christ has taken over Plateau and many such comments, but one instruction they failed to observe was 1 John 4:1 which says, “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try every spirit whether they are of God.” Every Christian must judge whether the Ten Commandment Monument tallies with God’s word and depicts Christianity or not. There is nothing wrong in building a place of worship for God so long as the motive is godly, and the funds used for the construction are clean and with no heresy or idolatry attached to it. First, let’s see the connection between the ten commandments and Christianity. The ten commandments are not symbol of Christianity. Jesus Christ said, “By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one for another,”John 13: 35. Love is the symbol of Christianity, and not crucifix or cross, or the ten commandments. Christianity came from Christ, meaning Christ-like. And He, that is Christ, the author of our faith said, only by love shall the world know that we are his disciples. Someone would argue that there is love in the ten commandments, yes, there is, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, and your neighbour as yourself.” However, the love that Christ is saying, is the one born of the righteousness of God which is by fsith and not the law, because the ten commandments were given that sin would multiply in the world, and make people to see their short comings and resort to saving grace through faith. Apostle Paul said, “Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound…” Romans 5:20. The Ten Commandments are not of faith, but the person who did them, lived by them. That is, under the law, whoever broke the commandment died, except the atonement under the law was made for him. The Scripture says, “He that despised Moses’ law died without mercy under two or three witnesses” Hebrews 10:28. No man is justified by the works of the Ten Commandments, Apostle Paul said, “But that no man is justified by the law in the sight of God, it is evident: for, The just shall live by faith. And the law is not of faith: but, The man that doeth them shall live in them.” Galatians 3:11 – 12 We must understand as Christians that the Ten Commandments came before Christ was manifested in the flesh, and if there was perfection in them, there wouldn’t have been the need for him to have come. There was no where in the Scripture that the Ten Commandments have ever been a symbol of worshipping the true God in the three dispensations of the world. Death reigned from Adam to Moses, the law reigned from Moses to Christ, and Grace reigns from Christ till now, Romans 5:14. Starting from Abraham down to the dispensation of the Ten Commandments called the law, which also incorporated statutes and judgments, the symbol of identifying with Yahweh, Jehovah, I am that I am, the Almighty God, was the circumcision of the foreskin of man eight days after birth. God told Abraham as recorded in Genesis 17:7 – 14, 7 “And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee. 8 And I will give unto thee, and to thy seed after thee, the land wherein thou art a stranger, all the land of Canaan, for an everlasting possession; and I will be their God. 9 And God said unto Abraham, Thou shalt keep my covenant therefore, thou, and thy seed after thee in their generations. 10 This is my covenant, which ye shall keep, between me and you and thy seed after thee; Every man child among you shall be circumcised. 11 And ye shall circumcise the flesh of your foreskin; and it shall be a token of the covenant betwixt me and you. 12 And he that is eight days old shall be circumcised among you, every man child in your generations, he that is born in the house, or bought with money of any stranger, which is not of thy seed. 13 He that is born in thy house, and he that is bought with thy money, must needs be circumcised: and my covenant shall be in your flesh for an everlasting covenant. 14 And the uncircumcised man child whose flesh of his foreskin is not circumcised, that soul shall be cut off from his people; he hath broken my covenant.” Under grace, Christ said, “By this shall all men know that you are my disciples if ye have love one for another.” Under death and the law, the symbol of God’s faith was circumcision. God made the covenant with Abraham, because Abraham believed him, and was counted as righteousness for him. Genesis 15:5 – 6, states, “5 And he (God) brought him (Abraham) forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him, So shall thy seed be. 6 And he believed in the Lord; and he counted it to him for righteousness.” Apostle Paul said in Romans 4:3, “For what saith the Scripture? Abraham believed God, and was counted unto him for righteousness.” He also said in Galatians 3:6, “Even as Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him for righteousness.” God never imputed righteousness to anyone simply because they observed theTen Commandments. The Ten Commandments are good, but must be observed under faith. The faith in Christ. You see, if the engraving of the Ten Commandments as Monuments is to serve as a reminder to believers, it contradicts the Scripture because we are in the dispensation of the fulfilment of God’s promise of writing his laws on the table of our hearts. The Scripture says, “For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, and write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people: “And they shall not teach every man his neighbour, and every man his brother, saying, Know the Lord: for all shall know me, from the least to the greatest. “For I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their iniquities will I remember no more.” Hebrews 8:10 – 12 Moreso we are commanded to ensure that we meditate on God’s word day and night. If we do, we don’t need any monument to remind us. If the Ten Commandments Monument is to preach to those of different faith, it’s faulty too; because we preach faith in God first then his commandments. Hebrews 11: 6 states, “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” The Ten Commandments are a schoolmaster to bring us to grace, but those that seek to be justify by it, have fallen from grace Galatians 5:4. Finally, we cannot love one another and our neighbours or let our light so shine as Christ said, “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven,” Matthew 5:16 without God’s Spirit living in us. Christ said, “But ye shall receive power after the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and ye shall be my witnesses…’ Acts 1:8. Without the Holy Spirit we cannot love because it is a fruit of the Spirit that is God. God is love, and if he lives in you, you will love. Receiving of the Holy Spirit is by faith in Christ and not observation of the Ten Commandments Galatians 3:2. The Spirit gives life while the commandments that is letter, kills.2 Corinthians 3:4-6. We must be honest on the Plateau, if we had laid emphasis on things of the spirit more than edifices, monuments and money, Plateau would have been the best state in Nigeria and we will not be in disarray like this. 2 Chronicles 7:14 God said, “If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray, and turn away from their iniquities, I will hear from heaven and I will heal their land.” Have we humbled ourselves, pray and turn away from our sins? Dragging Christianity into politics, is taking the name of the Lord in vain. And God said he will not spare anyone that takes his name in vain. Exodus 20:7. This is a major problem to our crises in the state. We must maintain separation of politics and religion.
PLATEAU, EDO GOVERNORS, PRESIDENT COURT OF APPEAL LEAD OVER 400 GOLFERS TO JOS GOVERNOR’S TOURNAMENT
Governors Simon Bako Lalong of Plateau State and his Edo State counterpart Godwin Obaseki as well as the President, Court of Appeal Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem are among hundreds of professional and amateur golfers participating in the Plateau Governor’s Golf Tournament at the Lamingo Golf Course in Jos.
Governor Lalong who took the tee-off alongside his Edo counterpart as well as other dignitaries, said the tournament has continued to grow in size and attracting more golfers from within and outside the country, thereby putting the State on the international golfing map.
He said the attendance this year is high because of the successes of the previous tournaments which brought in new talents and also enhanced the game in the State.
He welcomed his colleague from Edo State describing his presence as another sign of solidarity and collaboration between the two States in areas including sports, arts and culture and economic development.
In his remark, Governor Godwin Obaseki said the tournament is another evidence of the good work that Governor Lalong has put in over the years in building peace and stability in Plateau State thereby restoring it to its place as the Home of Peace and Tourism.
He said though the nation continues to face challenges with insecurity in some areas, such isolated developments should not make the citizens to panic and paint a picture that gives the criminals the boldness to assume that they are in charge or that there is no hope.
Obaseki said the efforts of Governor Simon Bako Lalong in the past six years are very productive because they have proven that any level of crises and instability can be neutralised through the cooperation of all citizens.
Captain ot the Lamingo Golf Club and Special Adviser to Governor Lalong on Legislature Hon. Joe Bukar said the Tournament has continued to showcase more talents and attract some of the best golfers in the country who are eager to savour the beauty, hospitality and serenity of the Jos Plateau which is second to none in Nigeria.
He said the golfers have already been competing in various categories leading to the grand finale tomorrow where prizes will be awarded to the winners.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 11th December 2021.
GOVERNOR LALONG HARPS ON JUSTICE AND FAIRNESS AS NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL CLASS OF 1991 CELEBRATE 30 YEARS POST-CALL ANNIVERSARY
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has challenged Nigerian legal professionals to be at the forefront of promoting the principles of justice and fairness which are the bedrock for a peaceful and stable society, even as Nigeria continues to confront its challenges.
The Governor was speaking at a reunion dinner of the Nigerian Law School Class of 1991 held in Abuja to mark 30 years call to the Nigerian Bar.
Lalong said “Most of us have risen up to the occasion and given account of our call to the Bar where we went on to build careers in the Bench, the Bar as well as in politics, business and many other professions. Ours has been a journey of hope resilience, excellence and commitment to the cause of nation-building”.
He asked them to use the opportunity of the 30 years celebrations to assess their achievements and critically evaluate their contributions to the growth of the legal profession and the nation at large.
“As lawyers, the society looks up to us for justice, human rights, peace, tolerance and equity. We cannot afford to let the people down or our noble calling. This is why we must collectively work towards instilling discipline within the profession as well as demonstrating excellence in our various areas of service. Let us pay special attention to the integrity and prestige of our profession by ensuring that we work within the code of conduct of our calling. We cannot fold our arms and see some few persons dragging the dignity of our profession to the mud. We have the best opportunity as classmates to tell one another the truth and offer valuable counsel when we see anyone going out of line”.
The Governor said this is the time for the class of 1991 to use their positions to promote the unity, peace and prosperity of Nigeria. He said they must rise up and fight every form of injustice, bigotry, division and hatred which unfortunately appears to be on the rise in the country.
Lalong said since assuming office as Governor of Plateau State, he has been doing his best to break all barriers of hate, division, ethno-religious bigotry and crises merchandizing which had eaten deep within the State and exacerbated by politicians.
“Even though such tendencies are not peculiar to Plateau State alone, I had to dismantle them in order to restore Plateau State to its original status as the Home of Peace and Tourism. Today, there is substantial peace and stability in the State because we ensured that most people got justice and fairness. Inclusivity has reduced to the barest minimum the tensions that arose out of injustice and exclusion. Projects are spread across the State irrespective of tribal, ethnic, political and other considerations. I have also completed many abandoned projects inherited from the previous administration even though of a different political party” he said.
Class leader of Law Class of 1991 Jibrin Okutepa SAN, said the event was organised in continuation of activities to unite members of the class who are making impact in various capacities both on the Bench, Bar, Politics, Business, Academia and other fields.
He said the class has proven to be very resilient and productive which is by the grace of God and the determination of members to make use of the knowledge given to them at the law school over 30 years ago.
Chairman of the 91 Anniversary celebrations Prof. Paul Ananaba SAN, said the Class has shown great potentials and contributed a lot to the development of Nigeria. He admonished the members to continue to do more for the nation by putting their heads together to promote the legal profession and also look out for one another.
Governor Lalong led other members of the class to make contributions for the upliftment of one of the classmate who was involved in an accident and has lost his legs.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 10th December 2021.
“INCLUSIVITY IS BOOSTING INVESTMENT ON THE PLATEAU”, GOVERNOR LALONG TELLS BUSINESS COMMUNITY
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has assured the business community in the State and the country that his administration will continue to pursue inclusivity, peace and security, as well as Infrastructural development which are key to guaranteeing investment in the State.
Governor Lalong said this when he hosted the 5th Governor’s dinner with the business community in Plateau State at the new Government House, Little Rayfield Jos.
He said among other things, Government wasted no time in looking at some of the areas of concern to the business community by pursuing policies and reforms in the areas of taxation, access to finance for MSMEs, business registration, Public Private Partnership, retraining of workers, and land administration and so on.
“So far we have witnessed substantial improvements to the delight of the private sector, while paying attention on the key enablers of Peace, Security, and Good Governance; Infrastructural Development; and Sustainable Economic Rebirth. This year’s dialogue therefore, presents the government and private sector another opportunity to compare notes, and exchange ideas on these and other matters of mutual interest” he said.
According to him, to further improve economic activities in the State, his administration prioritized diversification of the economy, with the stated goals of building a competitive manufacturing sector, expanding agricultural output, and capitalizing on technological and innovative advantages.
Some highlights of reforms and policies carried out in line with the three pillar policy thrust to drive sustainable development, increase IGR and enhance the general business environment in the State include: Land reform, Tax Relief Measures, Establishment of the PPP Agency , Partnership with Agriculture Research Institution of Nigeria (ARCN) to boost farmers production capacity, Revitalized Judicial system, Expansion of physical infrastructure, Establishment of the Plateau State One Stop Investment Centre to facilitate investment and also provide ease of doing business in the State, Street naming and house numbering among others.
In his remarks, Mr. Akinrope Omoware. Head of Component, Policywork Stream, GIZ-SEDIN commended the Governor for paying attention to the business community in the State and providing the needed climate for investment.
He urged the Government to do more and work towards addressing other challenges that still make it difficult for some businesses to improve and get stability.
Some members of the Plateau business community and heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies also made contributions at the dinner urging the government to consolidate on the substantial peace prevailing in the State.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of Plateau State. 10th December 2021.
NORTHERN GOVERNORS FELICITATE WITH GEN. T.Y. DANJUMA @84
The Northern Governors Forum has felicitated with elder statesman and Nigerian’s Former Minister of Defence, Gen. T.Y. Danjuma as he marks his 84th birthday.
In a message, Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong congratulated Gen. Danjuma, describing him as one of Nigeria’s most patriotic individuals who made many sacrifices for the unity, peace and development of Nigeria.
Lalong said Gen. Theophilus Danjuma played his part during his military career to defend the territorial integrity of Nigeria and also ensure that there are ample opportunities for Nigerians to live peacefully and pursue their legitimate endeavours in any part of the country.
The Governor said upon his retirement, General TY Danjuma ventured into several businesses which enabled him to again show his capacity to contribute to the economic development of the nation. This he said has impacted the lives of many citizens through creating employment opportunities and mentoring initiatives for the younger generation, leading to a multiplier effect.
Lalong also commended Gen. Danjuma for his contributions to building the Nigerian Armed Forces and stabilising the polity, having served as the Chief of Army staff and later, Minister of Defence as well as Chairman, Presidential Advisory Council at various times.
The Northern Governors while wishing him more years of good health and God’s protection, called on him to continue to offer his philanthropic services to the people as well as his wealth of experience and assistance towards the peace, progress and prosperity of the Northern Region and Nigeria as a whole.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State & Chairman, Northern Governors Forum 9th December, 2021.
In the usual busy schedules that characterised his week long engagements, the member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, was weekend, at the book launch of two books; Roadmap to Peace, Security and Unity, as well as Secret of a Successful Life, authored by Rev. Dewan Ezekiel, where he launched each of the books with five hundred thousand naira.
The book launch, which took place at the Government House Chapel, Little Rayfield, Jos had in attendance personalities from all walks of life, who took turns to make glowing remarks about the author and the timely publication of the rich books, whose contents have far reaching impact on the peace efforts of the rescue administration in Plateau state.
Gagdi appreciates the author for taking time out of his busy schedules of shepherding the flock, to pen down his thoughts with emphatical precision on how to lead a fulfilling life; especially in this end time, when people have negate the very essence of human existence in pursuit of vain glory.
Meanwhile, the lawmaker was at the residence of Bishop Benjamin Kwashi, where he took time to interact with the over 70 orphans in the Bishop’s orphanage. He encouraged the cleric to keep up the good work of caring for the orphans, as such was the crescendo of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Gagdi attended weddings within the state headquarters and his Constituency throughout the weekend.
He charged couples at each of the wedding receptions he attended, to make love the pillar of their homes make tolerance the sine-qua-non of their marital relationships; positing that marriage is not a bed of roses, but little acts of tolerance and understanding adds bliss to the home.
GOVERNOR LALONG CONGRATULATES HIS CHIEF OF STAFF, NOEL DONJUR @ 58
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has sent warm felicitations to his Chief of Staff, Noel Donjur as he marks his 58th birthday, describing him as a worthy ally and strong support for the Rescue Administration.
The Governor in a congratulatory message described the Chief of Staff as someone he has known for a long time with consistent attributes of loyalty, honesty, resilience, intellect and patriotism. These attributes according to him have manifested over the years in all the assignments he has carried out within and outside Government.
Lalong said Mr. Donjur continues to add value to the Government of Plateau State by deploying his wealth of experience gathered in the public and private sectors, as well as putting forth his professional knowledge that has assisted the Government to deliver on its mandate to the people.
The Governor said the commitment, honesty and dedication to duty of the Chief of Staff has not only motivated other government officials to put in their best in the service of the State, but also added efficiency of Government in dealing with many challenges that are confronting the State.
While praying God to grant Mr. Donjur more years of good health, God’s protection and wisdom, the Governor urged him to sustain his meticulous, vigilant and honest service to the State particularly in ensuring that the programmes and projects of the Rescue Administration are carried out seamlessly.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 6th December 2021.
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