The birth of ‘DVD Movement’ in Plateau State took everyone by surprise. A philosophy conceptualized by people of like minds few years before the retirement of the principal behind the movement, was an idea which time has come. Shortly before his retirement after years of service to the nation, friends and admirers who are witnesses to his tremendous contributions to the socio-economic development of the country began to harvest ideas on how such meritorious service could be extended to his home State, Plateau after retirement. And giving a shot at the governorship slot became a ready opportunity and option to actualize this ambition.
Consequently, the emergence of this movement heralded the collective thinking that represent the voices of advocates who for long have been yearning for a people-centered governance leadership in Plateau State. A movement that is today seen as a pressure group set out to convince the man behind the scenes to aspire for the topmost leadership position in the State.
The David Victor Dimka (DVD) Movement has today become a slogan and sing son that drives the aspiration and thinking of a personality called David Victor Dimka. The retired Comptroller of Customs who after a meritorious service in the Nigeria Customs Services decided to respond to this clarion call by seeking the mandate of Plateau people both at home and in the diaspora to extend the same selfless service which had placed him in an enviable position while in service.
Therefore, his journey into the political landscape is a conscious step informed by his unequalled pedigree which has endeared him to so many people both within and outside Plateau State. His footprints in the Nigeria Customs Service as an excellent administrator and a dogged fighter against human rights violations speak volume. This is in addition to his humane attitude which earned him so much admiration and respect from people who cut across different strata of the Nigerian society.
His contribution to the national economy while in service has remained a case study for officers and men of the Nigeria Customs Service. Indeed, he left an indelible mark which till date, has become a reference point for the command and structure of the service as a self-made personality within the service with high level of due diligence and administrative capacity.
These attributes were the secret behind the robust relationship he was able to establish with the low and mighty drawn from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds in Nigeria. Through their goodwill, his foray into the Nigerian political landscape came with much ease, placing him above the mire. His support to humanity and building blogs of relationships across the country have remained legendary to them.
A critical analysis has revealed that the emergence of DVD Movement on the Plateau has broken barriers of ethnicity and religion, and has continued to build bridges of commonalities and collective interest among the people of Plateau State and the nation at large.
Today, the wind is fast blowing and sweeping across the nooks and crannies of the State with a high intensity of buying-in of elders, men and women, youth, tribal and religious groups, professional, development and market associations. The expression of support by these groups and individuals have continued to soar and remain uncommon to the admiration of so many well wishers in and outside the State.
Unravelling the secret behind this enviable status, one is quick to attribute it to the standards set by his late father who himself was a politician of high repute and a religious believer. The late D.D Dimka (of blessed memory) even though rose to the highest pinnacle of the Nigerian politics, he also contributed immensely to the growth of the Church in Plateau State having served the Church of Christ in Nigeria (now Church of Christ in Nations) in various capacities before he passed on.
Such virtues helped built the character and mindset of the leader of the DVD Movement (David Victor Dimka) who today remains a household name in community development and service to humanity. Principles of equity, fairness, justice, and service to humanity have remained his guiding principles in dealing with people and he does that with utmost precision and diligence such that one often wonders how his inner mind works in such a quick succession.
As we move towards 2023, it is our collective prayers and hope that the people of Plateau State will see in David Victor Dimka (DVD) the dynamism that is required of a leader, the zeal and willingness to serve, and a man ready to restore its past glory and move Plateau State beyond the present status of an enviable State.

Alhaji Zakari Sabo of Chevron Oil Warri a distinguished expert in the oil industry who hails from Kanam Local Government Area came to the DVD Movement office Jos in the company of Alhaji Dauda Gar the DVD coordinator in Kanam LGA. His commitment to the DVD Movement was expressed by the Campaign Materials – T-Shirts that he brought along; even though he said they are just a token and a harbinger of more support from him throughout the campaign.
” I came to express my commitment to the DVD Movement because I have confidence in the capacity of Nde Dimka Victor David whose reputation as courageous and gallant officer while in the Nigeria Customs Service is well established. I have a desire to come back home and contribute my quota towards the development of Plateau State and the DVD Movement offers the best template for a secured investment friendly business environment. Together we shall lift up the standard of living of our people.”
On hand to receive him was Hon Meshach Chindaba who on behalf of the Principal and the DVD Team thanked the supporter profusely. “Your enthusiastic support for the DVD Movement will be remembered and your commitment will not be in vain. Your desire to return home to add value to the DVD Movement and work for the success of Nde Dimka Victor David is commendable. We thank you for the campaign materials and assure you that we will use them judiciously. May God replenish you a hundredfold.” he asserted.

The ever widening gyre of the DVD Movement has become unstoppable. Today who else but the Ice Prince, Panshak Henry Zamani came to Nde Dimka Victor David fsi the Captain of the DVD Movement to renew family ties and let the world know that he is part and parcel of the Movement that will take him to Little Rayfield.
“We lost our junior brother Master Timothy Ritji Dimka but I was out of town so I had to come home to share in the grief. Now that the mourning period is over I must also key into the DVD Movement and bring my all to ensure victory come 2023. I am fully in the Campaign and you will be seeing me lighting the trail. My uncle was an officer’s officer while in the Nigeria Customs Service and I know that with him at the helm of affairs Plateau State will once again be the Home of Peace and Tourism. I see prosperity in the horizon. See you guys at Government House in May 2023 when we shall light up Jos celebrating DVD as the next Governor of Plateau State.”
Responding Nde Dimka Victor David fsi welcomed the Ice Prince back home and thanked him for his messages during the bereavement. He assured him that the DVD Movement has gained traction and that his will be the needed boost that will electrify the political arena given his large followership which was a source of pride to the family.
“You are an asset from Plateau State who has garnered national and international fame. We shall ensure that security becomes our foremost priority so that investors, tourists and those who trace their roots to the Plateau will return. We will pursue an inclusive governance so that everyone will have a sense of belonging and contribute to the development of the State. You are a national icon hence our joy that you have come to key into our vision and mission. We will bring the age old values of hardwork, forthrightness fairness and integrity that our people hold very dear in all our decisions if God by his grace grants us favour.”
Nde Dimka Victor David fsi in conclusion wished the award winning actor and hip hop rapper who is popular for his “Oleku” and “Aboki” tracks a successful outing in Jos.

DVD Media Team

GAGDI COMMISIRATES WITH THE PEOPLE OF PANKSHIN SOUTH OVER MEMBER’S DEMISE

I received with the rudest shock, the news of the passing unto eternal glory of Hon. (Barr) Henry Longs, the member representing Pankshin South State Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly, after a brief illness on Sunday 28th November, 2021.

Late Barr Henry Longs was a legal luminary of inestimable prowess and a dogged representative of the good people of Pankshin South, who was an active voice of the downtrodden in the 9th State Assembly.

The lawmaker would be greatly missed for his legislative activism and doggedness in the defence of human rights, that had earned accolades and admiration among his constituents and Plateau people alike.

I pray God to repose his soul and grant his family and constituents the fortitude to bear this irreparable lost.

Signed:
Rt Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi,
(Dan Malikin Kanam),
Member representing PKK and Chairman House Committee on Navy.

Member of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Honourable Henry Longs is dead.

The lawmaker who represented Pankshin South State Constituency died on Sunday night after a brief illness .

The Speaker, Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Yakubu Sanda, described the death of Hon. Henry Longs, Member representing Pankshin South State Constituency as shocking and a great loss to the house and the State as a whole.

A statement signed by Sabastine Hommuk, Press Secretary to the Speaker, Plateau State House of Assembly reads that “The entire Members, Management and Staff of the house are yet to come to terms with the reality of the loss, as Hon. Longs’ contributions to the 9th Assembly will be greatly missed.”

The speaker noted that Hon. Henry Longs is a personal friend and an outstanding parliamentarian whose life was that of Continuous Service and Commitment to the well-being of his Constituents.

“He is a complete gentleman whose honesty, commitment and dedication to the Unity and Peace of Plateau will forever be cherished.”

He added that his wealth of experience and contributions on the floor of the house will be greatly missed by his colleagues and constituents.

The speaker while sympathizing with his immediate family, the people of Pankshin South constituency and the State at large, urge them to accept the loss as the will of God and prayed for God’s comfort for the family and loved ones.

GOVERNOR LALONG SHOCKED OVER DEATH OF PLATEAU HOUSE MEMBER, HON. HENRY LONGS

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong is saddened by the death of a serving member of the Plateau State House of Assembly Hon. Henry Soembis Longs who died shortly after undergoing surgery. Untill his death, Hon. Longs represented the good people of Pankshin South Constituency.

Governor Lalong says he recieved the news of the death with shock and is deeply grieved by the demise of the State Legislator who he describes as a promising politician, legal practitioner and committed citizen of Plateau State.

Lalong said the late Hon. Henry Longs has been up and doing in representing the interests of his Constituency at the State House of Assembly and doing his best to enhance the delivery of dividends of democracy to the electorates across the entire State.

He said as a Member of the ruling APC, Henry Longs contributed his quota towards the success of the Party both within the Plateau House of Assembly and the entire State through the facilitation and  passage of laws for the good governance of the State and the nation.

While commiserating with his family over this sad development, the Governor urged his constituents, the Speaker Rt. Hon. Yakubu Sanda and entire members of the Plateau State House of Assembly to be consoled over the tragic incident as the late legislator did his best to serve Plateau State.

He prays God to forgive his sins and grant his soul eternal rest.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
29th November 2021.

GOVERNOR LALONG CONDEMNS ATTACK ON JOS CORRECTIONAL CENTRE, PRAISES GALLANTRY OF SECURITY FORCES

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has condemned in strong terms the attack on the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Jos which took place on Sunday when gunmen reportedly stormed the facility in large numbers with sophisticated weapons.

Governor Lalong while condemning the unfortunate incident however praised the gallantry of officers and men of the Jos Custodial Centre who rose to the occasion to thwart the plans of the criminals whose mission was to facilitate the escape of inmates and also cause destruction to the facility.

Lalong also praised the quick reaction of other security agencies including the Police, Operation Safe Haven, DSS, NSCDC and Operation Rainbow who responded swiftly to the situation and took charge of the general area leading to entrapment of the assailants as well as arrest of fleeing inmates.

While describing the sad event as one too many in the nation’s correctional system, Lalong said it was high time a wholistic approach is applied in bringing such attacks and jail breaks to an end in order to guarantee the safety of inmates, correctional officers, and the larger society from criminals who choose to attack the very essence of Nigeria’s legal system by disrupting law and order.

While directing an immediate boosting of security measures around all Custodial facilities in the State, Lalong assured that the State Government will work with the Federal Government in every way possible to ensure that all Correctional Facilities in the State are protected from such attacks.

While awaiting full report of the incident, the Governor asked the citizens of the State to remain calm and go about their legitimate duties with utmost vigilance by reporting any suspicious activity to security agencies for prompt and decisive action.

He said the Government will continue to make Plateau inconducive for criminals by sustaining the proactive measures adopted against all criminal enterprises.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
29th November 2021.

GOVERNOR LALONG OUTRAGED BY ATTACK ON TA’AGBE VILLAGE; DIRECTS SWIFT ARREST OF PERPETRATORS

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong is outraged by the reported attack on Ta’agbe village of Miango District in Bassa Local Government Council carried out in the early hours of Friday 26th November 2021 where a number of persons including children were killed and houses burnt.

Governor Lalong says this is another sad incident which is clearly the handiwork of criminals that are bent on instilling fear, pain and sorrow among the people with a view to destabilising the State and making fortune from their criminality as well as rupturing the substantial peace attained.

The Governor totally condemns the attack and says there is no explanation that can justify it. He therefore directs security agencies to take immediate and drastic steps to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure that they pay for their crimes.

Lalong said “the persistent attacks in this general area remains condemnable and unacceptable to Government. As such, no resources and efforts will be spared in painstakingly following up on the trail of those who derive joy in attacking and killing innocent citizens and destroying their homes and means of livelihoods. I expect the security agencies to deploy everything at their disposal to arrest those who carried out the crime no matter how long it takes. Government will not take any excuse for failure to achieve this directive”.

Lalong while commiserating with the victims and families of those killed, assured that they will get justice as Government will stop at nothing to unravel those behind this ugly incidences that continue to disrupt the livelihoods of the people of the Local Government.

Lalong also directed the Plateau State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the Peace Building Agency (PBA) to immediately visit the area and assess the level of damage with a view to carrying out immediate intervention and bringing succour to people who are in need as a result of the barbaric attack.

He also calls on the people to assist the security agencies with relevant information that will enable them crack the identity and motives of the attacks.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
26th November 2021.

NORTHERN GOVERNORS CONGRATULATE FORMER VICE PRESIDENT ATIKU ABUBAKAR AT 75

The Northern Governors Forum has felicitated with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on his 75th birthday.

Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong said the former Vice President is an accomplished politician, businessman and a philanthropist who has used his opportunities in life to serve the nation and assist people in need.

He said the Forum recognises and appreciates his contributions to resolving some of the nation’s challenges including those peculiar to the northern region such as illiteracy, poverty, insecurity, unemployment and lack of unity.

While wishing the elderstatesman many more years of peace and good health, the Forum urged him to continue to serve the people and also avail the region and Nigeria as a whole, his experience, wisdom and goodwill.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State and Chairman, Northern Governors Forum.
25th November 2021.

PLATEAU TO PARTNER AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA FOR ENHANCED FOOD PRODUCTION

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has expressed the readiness of the State Government to partner with the Agricultural Research Institute of Nigeria (ARCN) in utilizing research findings to improve the production capacity of its farmers.

The Governor was speaking at the commissioning of an e-library, agric museum, agricultural radio and television stations as well as the foundation laying for the new administrative office for the ARCN in Abuja.

Lalong said the initiative by the Agency will go a long way in filling the gap between farmers and agricultural managers in terms of information and knowledge sharing on new farming practices, improved varieties of seeds as well as modern methods of farming using technology.

He commended the Executive Secretary of the ARCN Prof. Garba Sharubutu for his innovative approach since he assumed duties and said he was not surprised by his achievements seeing that he did a lot to make agriculture viable in Plateau State while serving as Special Adviser before his appointment by president Muhammadu Buhari.

He said with 4 Research Institutes and 2 out stations located in Plateau State, there have been so many gains which resulted in recent hosting of International Summit on potato and the flagging off of dry season wheat farming in Nigeria.

Minister of agriculture and rural development Dr. Muhammad Mahmood Abubakar said the initiatives by the ARCN are part of implementing the directives of President Buhari for Nigeria to leverage on its potentials in the agricultural sector for national development.

He challenged the Institute to push through with all the research activities and ensure that the findings are disseminated to the farmers at the grassroots for transformation in food production.

Chairman Senate Committee on Agriculture Abdullahi Adamu and Senate Deputy Chief Whip Senator Sabi Abdullahi expressed the determination of the National Assembly to ensure that the programmes and projects of the ARCN succeed because of the significance of research in every endeavour particularly agriculture.

Executive Secretary of ARCN Prof. Garba Sharubutu said the organisation under his leadership will continue to do its best to come up with quality research that goes to the field and not only end up on the shelves.

This he said was why the institute came up with the idea of the library, museum and broadcast stations to properly disseminate the outcome of research and get feedback from farmers and other members of the public.

He thanked Governor Lalong for his support and said the ARCN will not relent in partnering with the Plateau State government to boost agriculture and harness all the untapped potentials.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
22nd November 2021.
Photos; Josiah Jenvulu