GOVERNOR LALONG MEETS UNIJOS PRO-CHANCELLOR, PROF. JEGA, ASSURES OF ENHANCED SECURITY.

Governor Simon Bako Lalong of Plateau State has met the Pro-Chancellor University of Jos, Prof. Attahiru Jega with an assurance that the State Government is working on improved security and transportation for the staff and students of the University .

Prof. Jega, who is also the Chairman of the Governing Council, was on a courtesy visit to Simon Lalong at Govt. House Jos.

He said the students required improved security to  thrive well in their academic activities, saying the school was vulnerable during the recent attacks in the state .

“We need continous support and improvement to ensure peace, stability and security within the University and environs for its growth and development,” he said.

Jega said that the university also needs
buses which  would operate within the school, to minimise risk of  insecurity students experience when patronising commercial transportation.
He said improving security in the institution  would build the confidence of the students and  staff of the school in their teaching and learning activities .

Jega applauded Gov Lalong for his efforts towards building lasting peace in the state and the success of the local Govt Polls, urging him to continue doing his best  to ensure inclusiveness and harmony in the political terrains while pledging the council’s  support .

In his remark, Governor Simon Lalong appreciated the Pro Chancellor for his contributions in improving education in Plateau, having also served as Pro Chancellor of the Plateau State University Bokkos.

He disclosed that strategies have already been mapped out to improve security in routes leading to the University and other parts of the State.

He said  efforts are already been made to provide chartered buses  for students , while commercial vehicles would be highly screened for registration to operate within the school,  to ensure the safety of students and staff of the institution.

Lalong expressed confidence that the Pro Chancellor would extend his good works and exeperience in school administration and other responsibilities, for the development of the institution.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
21st October 2021.

GOVERNOR LALONG PRESENTS 2022 APPROPRIATION BILL OF 106 BILLION NAIRA TO HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has presented a proposed 2022 budget of One Hundred and Six Billion, Eight Hundred and Seven Million, Two Hundred and Sixty-Seven Thousand, Six Hundred and Forty-Two Naira, Twelve kobo (106,807,267,642.12) to the House of Assembly.

While presenting the budget tagged “A BUDGET OF ECONOMIC RECOVERY AND CONSOLIDATION OF INCLUSIVE INFRASTRUCTURAL GROWTH 2” to the House, the Governor said the 2022 proposed Appropriation Bill is tailored towards the completion of on-going projects and activation of new that will impact the lives of the people.

He said the proposed 2022 budget estimate consists of Seventy-Six Billion, Two Hundred and Sixty-Three Million, Seven Hundred and One Thousand, Six Hundred and Forty-Four Naira, Sixty-Two kobo (76,263,701,644.62) only as recurrent expenditure representing 71.4% of the total budget. Thirty billion, five hundred and forty three million, five hundred and sixty five thousand, nine hundred and ninety seven naira, fifty kobo (30,543,565,997.50) only is earmarked as capital estimate representing 28.6% of the total budget.

This according to him indicates a decrease of Forty Billion, Seven Hundred and Thirty Million, Five Hundred and Fifty-Two Thousand, Two Hundred and Eight naira, Eighty-Eight kobo (40,730,552,208, 88) only on the 2021 total approved budget.

He explained that the budget will be funded from following sources:
i.Internally Generated Revenue (IGR): Twenty-Four Billion, One Hundred and Ninety Nine Million, Four Hundred and Seventy-Five Thousand, Two Hundred and Twenty Two naira, Twelve Kobo (24,199,475,222.12) only.
ii. Statutory Revenue Allocation (SRA): Fifty-Five
Billion Naira (55,000,000,000.00) only.
iii. Aids and Grants: Three Billion, Nine Hundred and
Eighty-Two Million, Three Hundred and Thirty-Nine Thousand, Five Hundred and Eighty-Four naira (3, 982, 339, 584.00) only.
iv. Capital Development Fund (CDF): Three Billion, Six Hundred and Twenty-Five Million, Four Hundred and Fifty-Two Thousand, Eight Hundred and Thirty-Six naira (3,625,452, 836.00) only.
v. Domestic Loans: The sum of Twenty Billion Naira (20,000,000,000.00) only.

Governor Lalong said “In addition to continuing work on completing on-going infrastructural projects across the three Senatorial Districts of the State, we intend to break ground on new ones. Among them is the construction of the British-American Junction Flyover and dualization to Lamingo Junction Roundabout. Similarly we shall carry out the design of Master Plan for some selected urban areas in Plateau State namely: (Heipang, Mangu and Shendam)”.

He said while the Government hopes to complete the building of High Court Complex Phase 1 in Jos, it shall also embark on the renovation of old High Court Complexes and 35 Magistrate Courts to provide conducive environment for the Judiciary to perform its duties.

“We shall also establish a Microfinance Development Fund to propel entrepreneurship and accelerate the growth of the Micro and Small Scale Industry in the State for job creation, youth empowerment and poverty reduction. I also wish to also re-assure this Honourable House and indeed the citizens of Plateau State, that the Legacy Projects will be completed and delivered as envisaged. Government is doing everything possible to ensure that the people enjoy the benefits of those projects” he said.

Lalong explained that the sharp drop in the total budget size compared to last year has become necessary because Government realized that each year’s budget deviation performance was on the increase as the annual Budgets were characterized by high deficit projections. This he said prompted the Government to reduce the deficit projections and “cut our coat according to our clothe” in the 2022 proposed budget.

The Governor said he hoped that the House will give the proposal necessary attention it deserves. While urging the honourable House to diligently peruse and deliberate on the budget, he said he looked forward to their cooperation in the speedy passage of the budget to enable the government commence implementation and service delivery from the onset of the new financial year.

In his response, Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Abok Nuhu Ayuba said the House will look at the budget critically and do justice to it in the interest of the citizens of the State.

He assured the Governor that the House will be thorough and also carry out its oversight functions while ensuring that the budget impacts the lives of the people positively.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
21st October 2021.

The Executive Chairman of Kanke Local Government Council Hon. Henry Gotip on Wednesday 20th October, 2021 paid an unscheduled visit to Tuwan Primary Health Care Clinic in Kabwir district of Kanke Local Government Area for an on-the-spot assessment of the condition of the clinic.
The Council Chairman in company of Team of Directors, Medical Doctors and Engineers were at the clinic to assess the state and standard of the Clinic to be ameliorated.

In his own words, the Executive Chairman, Hon Henry Jan Gotip stated he deemed “…it fit to pay an unscheduled visit to evaluate the condition of the Clinic. I am here to see things for myself, as you can see the team of Doctors and Engineers will assess the clinic and and bring up innuendo on how we can remodel and upgrade the facilities here to a standard Primary Health Care Clinic with modern facilities to serve as a referral center in the Local Government Area as a pilot scheme”. Adding that Doctors will asses the medical equipments and facilities and come up with suggestions while the team of Engineers will assess the structural aspect of the building, as the clinic structure appears dilapidated.


The Chairman stressed that the Tuwan Primary Health Care Center was chosen to be the first to be remodeled and Serve as a Referral Center to other Primary Health Care Clinics in Kanke Local Government Area. The hospital if fully upraded will have Medical Doctors that will attend to complicated cases that may arise within the locality and have modern testing facilities.


Recall that during the period of campaigns, the Council Chairman promised to remodel and upgrade one of the Primary Health Care center within the Local Government Area to a referral center with modern facilities and has kept to his word by matching words with action with this visit.

The Council Chairman in company of Team of Directors, Medical Doctors and Engineers were at the clinic to assess the state and standard of the Clinic to be ameliorated.

In his own words, the Executive Chairman, Hon Henry Jan Gotip stated he deemed “…it fit to pay an unscheduled visit to evaluate the condition of the Clinic. I am here to see things for myself, as you can see the team of Doctors and Engineers will assess the clinic and and bring up innuendo on how we can remodel and upgrade the facilities here to a standard Primary Health Care Clinic with modern facilities to serve as a referral center in the Local Government Area as a pilot scheme”. Adding that Doctors will asses the medical equipments and facilities and come up with suggestions while the team of Engineers will assess the structural aspect of the building, as the clinic structure appears dilapidated.

Executive Chairman Kanke LGA Hon Henry Jan Gotip at the Tuwan PHC
The Chairman stressed that the Tuwan Primary Health Care Center was chosen to be the first to be remodeled and Serve as a Referral Center to other Primary Health Care Clinics in Kanke Local Government Area. The hospital if fully upraded will have Medical Doctors that will attend to complicated cases that may arise within the locality and have modern testing facilities.


Recall that during the period of campaigns, the Council Chairman promised to remodel and upgrade one of the Primary Health Care center within the Local Government Area to a referral center with modern facilities and has kept to his word by matching words with action with this visit.

GOVERNOR LALONG TO PRESENT 2022 BUDGET TO HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY

Plateau State Governor Rt. Hon. Simon Bako Lalong is scheduled to present the 2022 Appropriation Bill to the Plateau State House of Assembly tomorrow, Thursday 21st October 2021.

The presentation is to take place at the main chambers of the Plateau State House of Assembly Jos by 11am.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
20th October 2021.

Plateau state Governor  Simon Lalong ,on Wednesday inaugurated a  steering committee for the development of the state.

Speaking at the occasion in Jos , the Governor said that despite the fact that his administration is scheduled to exit the stage in less than two years from now, he is determined  to leave behind positive and lasting legacies for the people of Plateau State.

In his words “I had charged the Programme Management and Results Delivery Office (PMRDO), to work with our State Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Office, to leverage on the experiences and the lessons learned from our participation at the 2019 session of the United Nations General Assembly to craft a development plan that will outlive this current administration. “

Lalong also said that “The Plateau State Agenda 2050 will not only build upon the gains of the current Plateau State Development Strategy 2019 – 2023, but will also deliberately align it’s aspirations as a State to the global development targets and indicators captured in the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), he added.

He further said  “We are conscious of the dwindling inflow of resources from the centre, and the resultant agitations from various States in Nigeria for a review of the revenue sharing formula. “

“Our aspiration as a State is to continue to grow and develop in such a manner that in no distant time, we will no longer need to depend on the inflow of resources from the centre. Already, we have started looking inwards and achieving modest results.”

“Plateau State is blessed with so many natural resources in agriculture; solid minerals; and tourism, which should make this State a significant net surplus contributor to the national coffers.”

” I believe Nigerians have not forgotten the fact that Plateau State in the past played a key role in sustaining the Nigerian economy with the tin and Columbite from her mines for several decades before the advent of oil in this country. “

He charged the  Steering Committee to leave no stone unturned in the effort of developing the blueprint that will restore Plateau State to the top three States in Nigeria with respect to economic development, good governance, and the social welfare of her people. 

“As a gender-sensitive Governor and one who believes in the capacity of women to contribute effectively to assignments such as this, I promise to include on this committee, the Head of the Plateau State Gender and Equal Opportunity Commission immediately “.

He called on the committee to provide strategic leadership and direction for the Development Plan Project as well as to ensure the carrying out of a Needs Assessment and set up Sectoral Working Groups accordingly as well as o oversee the process of developing the Plan and guide the work and activities of the Sectorial Working Committees, ensuring consistency with their respective Terms of Reference.

He said that  committee would report regularly to the Executive Governor on the progress of work on the project and to provide necessary linkages between the State Executive Council, the State House of Assembly, the State Traditional Council, the Organised Private Sector and other relevant  Stakeholders in the State.

” The composition of this committee has been carefully designed to convey sufficient authority, ensure inclusivity, and build sustainability. It is expected that the consultative engagements in this assignment will be wide and devoid of any partisan preferences. Only the best will be good enough for our state.”

Our correspondent reports that  the Deputy Governor of Plateau State Prof Sonnie Tyoden would act as Chairman of the committee  ,while the Deputy Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly , as well as  Secretary to the Government of the State Prof Danladi Atu  would serve as members .

REMARKS BY H.E. RT. HON. (DR) SIMON BAKO LALONG, KSGG, EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF PLATEAU STATE, AT THE INAUGURATION OF THE STATE STEERING COMMITTEE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PLATEAU STATE AGENDA 2050 HELD AT NEW GOVERNMENT HOUSE, RAYFIELD, JOS ON 20TH OCTOBER 2021.

PROTOCOLS
1. It is a great privilege to welcome you to this brief but very important event. Despite the fact that this administration is scheduled to exit the stage in less than two years from now, holding this kind of activity is a clear demonstration of our commitment to lay the foundation for the growth and long-term development of Plateau State over the next thirty years. That is, the focus of Plateau State Agenda 2050.
2. In our continuous efforts to leave behind positive and lasting legacies for the people of Plateau State, I had charged the Programme Management and Results Delivery Office (PMRDO), to work with our State Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Office, to leverage on the experiences and the lessons learned from our participation at the 2019 session of the United Nations General Assembly to craft a development plan that will outlive this current administration.
3. I was therefore excited to receive the report that these two offices successfully collaborated to attract the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for the development of the Plateau State Agenda 2050. It is our intention to maximize this opportunity which the UNDP has provided for Plateau State to prepare for a better future.

4. The Plateau State Agenda 2050 will not only build upon the gains of the current Plateau State Development Strategy 2019 – 2023, but will also deliberately align our aspirations as a State to the global development targets and indicators captured in the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
5. The saying goes that “He who fails to plan, plans to fail.” Going by the dynamic nature of global challenges that resonate with every part of the world including Plateau State, we are determined to ensure that we are not caught napping. That is the reason why we are laying down this plan to ensure that Plateau State does not fail particularly in the days of adversity.
6. We are conscious of the dwindling inflow of resources from the centre, and the resultant agitations from various States in Nigeria for a review of the revenue sharing formula. Our aspiration as a State is to continue to grow and develop in such a manner that in no distant time, we will no longer need to depend on the inflow of resources from the centre. Already, we have started looking inwards and achieving modest results.
7. Plateau State is blessed with so many natural resources in agriculture; solid minerals; and tourism, which should make this State a significant net surplus contributor to the national coffers. I believe Nigerians have not forgotten the fact that Plateau State in the part played a key role in sustaining the Nigerian economy with the tin and Columbite from her mines for several decades before the advent of oil in this country.
8. I make bold to say that we can do it again as those resources are still available in abundance. Besides, we have human resources and talents in various fields that we are ready to offer the world. That is why we have planned an Economic and Investment Summit that will enable us remind investors of the vast opportunities that Plateau State is blessed with
9. Bearing this conviction in mind, I wish to charge this Steering Committee to leave no stone unturned in the effort of developing this blueprint that will restore Plateau State to the top three States in Nigeria with respect to economic development, good governance, and the social welfare of her people.
10. The composition of this committee has been carefully designed to convey sufficient authority, ensure inclusivity, and build sustainability. It is expected that the consultative engagements in this assignment will be wide and devoid of any partisan preferences. Only the best will be good enough for our state.
11. The membership of the Committee include:
i. H.E., Deputy Governor of Plateau State
Chairman
ii. Deputy Speaker, Plateau State House of Assembly
Member
iii. Secretary to the Government of the State
Member
iv. Commissioner for Budget & Economic Planning
Member
v. Commissioner for Physical Planning & Urban Development
Member
vi. Commissioner for Local Government & Chieftaincy Affairs
Member
vii. Commissioner for Justice & Attorney-General
Member
viii. Chairman – Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, Plateau State Chapter
Member
ix. Director-General – Research and Documentation
Member
x. Director-General – State Bureau of Statistics
Member
xi. State Coordinator – Sustainable Development Goals Office
Member
xii. Chairman – Economic and Financial Advisory Council
Member
xiii. Chairman – State Traditional Council
Member
xiv. President – Plateau Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (PLACCIMA)
Member
xv. Chairman – Plateau Civil Societies Forum
Member
xvi. Representative – Plateau State Diaspora Community
Member
xvii. Chief Technical Advisor – Programme Management and Results Delivery Office
Secretary

12. As a gender-sensitive Governor and one who believes in the capacity of women to contribute effectively to assignments such as this, I promise to include on this committee, the Head of the Plateau State Gender and Equal Opportunity Commission immediately we announce that appointment.
13. These are your Terms of Reference:
a) To provide strategic leadership and direction for the Development Plan Project.
b) To ensure the carrying out of a Needs Assessment and set up Sectoral Working Groups accordingly.
c) To oversee the process of developing the Plan and guide the work and activities of the Sectorial Working Committees, ensuring consistency with their respective Terms of Reference.
d) To report regularly to the Executive Governor on the progress of work on the project.
e) To provide necessary linkages between the State Executive Council, the State House of Assembly, the State Traditional Council, the Organised Private Sector and other relevant Stakeholders in the State.
f) To act as Authoriser to ensure cooperation and collaboration of all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of Government and other relevant non-state actors groups.
g) To provide first level approvals of drafts of the Development Plan at different stages of development.
h) To create the enabling environment for all necessary stakeholder engagements and other relevant events for the project.
i) To ensure alignment of the policy goals, targets and strategies in the Development Plan with the Vision and Mission of Plateau State.
j) To communicate the overall purpose, direction and progress of the project to MDAs and other relevant Stakeholders.
k) To lead the presentation of the Plateau Agenda 2050 to the State EXCO for approval.
l) To secure the legislative instrument for the sustainable implementation of the Plan across various administrations up to year 2050.
m) To set up a Secretariat to coordinate logistics and to work with the Consultants engaged for the project, providing backstopping support to the various teams on the project.
n) To ensure lessons learned and good practices are documented for subsequent references

(MEMBERS RISE TO BE INAUGURATED)
14. I hereby declare the Steering Committee of the Plateau State Agenda 2050 duly constituted. (You may now take your seats, please)
15. Finally, as I wish the members of the Steering Committee a successful assignment, I call on all citizens of Plateau at home and in the diaspora; friends, lovers and well-wishers of this great State, irrespective of their political, religious or social leanings, to contribute their quotas to this crucial exercise whenever called upon by the Committee.
16. Thank you all. God bless Plateau State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Rt. Hon. (Dr) Simon Bako Lalong, KSGG,
Executive Governor,
Plateau State.
20th October 2021.

KANAM APPOINTMENTS.

The Executive Chairman Of Kanam Local Government Council,Hon.DR.Dayyabu Yusuf Garga,has approved the appointments of the following

1.Hashimu Ibn Umar,as Secretary,Kanam Local Government Council.

2.Mr Emmanuel Amos Sanda,Chief Of Staff.

3.Askia Mohammed Bawa as Special Adviser on Political Matters.

4.Garba Othman,Special Adviser on Projects Monitoring.

The appointments are to take effect from Wednesday, 20th October,2021.

Congratulations to all of them.

SIGNED.
Mohammed Yusuf Kanam.
Special Adviser,Information And Protocols,
For
Executive Chairman
Kanam Local Government Council.
20-10-2021

ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS, APC PLATEAU STATE
HAPPY EID-EL-MAULUD
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress Plateau State Chapter, Honourable Rufus Bature heartily congratulates the Muslim Ummah in Plateau state and beyond on the auspicious occasion of this year’s Eid- El – Maulud celebration which is the annual commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Mohammed.
As you mark this very important day in the Islamic Calendar, it is my hope and belief that you will do so in the spirit of love, peace and tolerance which are the cherished virtues of Prophet Mohammed.
I urge you to see the occasion as a moment of solemn reflection and to consolidate on the prevailing peace in Plateau state. We must shun all divisive tendencies and other vices which are detrimental to the collective interest of the good and peace – loving people of Plateau State.
I urge you to continue to support His Excellency, Governor Simon Bako Lalong’s rescue administration to enable him continue to deliver on his mandate of securing the lives of all Plateau citizens and the deliverance of greater dividends of democracy.
I appeal to all security agents in the state to be vigilant in order to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free celebration.
Once again, Happy Eid-el-Maulud Sallah celebration.

Announcer :

Hon. Sylvanus Namang
APC State P. R. O

NDE DIMKA, VICTOR DAVID fsi FELICITATES WITH GENERAL YAKUBU GOWON AT 87

“On behalf of myself, family and the DVD Movement in Plateau State, I warmly felicitate with our father, Gen. Yakubu Gowon GCFR, former Nigerian Head of State as he marks his 87th birthday.”

Nde Dimka, Victor David fsi in a joyous message described the attainment of the landmark age of 87 by the father of Nigeria as a momentous occasion that calls for celebration and thanksgiving to God.

He said, “Gen. Gowon believes in the unity and diversity of Nigeria and has done all within his power to ensure that the nation remains a prosperous, indivisible and progressive environment for people to realise their potentials irrespective of their backgrounds.”

He also commends the former Head of State for reach out to the less privileged in the society through the Yakubu Gowon Foundation which has carried out several interventions particularly in healthcare delivery, peace building and other critical areas of national development.

“As you celebrate this day, we pray fervently that God will continue to enrich you with greater wisdom and many more fruitful years ahead.
We wish you many more years of peace, good health and God’s protection.”


DVD Media Team

NDE DIMKA VICTOR DAVID fsi FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM UMMAH AS THEY CELEBRATE EID-EL MAULUD FESTIVAL

“On behalf of myself,my family and the DVD Movement in Plateau State, I felicitate with Muslim Ummah as they mark yet another Eid-El Maulud festival.”

Nde David Victor Dimka fsi urged Muslims to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice, obedience, patience, love, compassion and indeed selflessness which without doubt symbolise the true character of Prophet Muhammad S.A.W.

He said the failure of humanity to practice love is what has given rise to selfishness, violence, intolerance, religious bigotry, ethnic hatred, corruption,high crime rate and unimaginable levels of wickedness that is prevalent in various forms in society.

Nde Dimka Victor David fsi therefore enjoined Nigerians especially the Muslim Ummah to use the Eid-El Maulud festival as a period of sober reflection on the numerous challenges facing the country such that the values of sacrifice, obedience, patience, love, compassion and selflessness which the festival epitomises will permeate our national life.

While wishing the Muslim Ummah a successful celebration, Nde Dimka said, “Nigeria is in dire need of inter-religious harmony and dialogue, practical faith-based conduct as well as truth infused lifestyles that unite people and enhances their ability to experience and share love with one another irrespective of their faiths, education, economic status and ethnicity.”

“Nigerians should fully appreciate the lessons and reflect on the true values which Maulud teaches, so that we all will protect and preserve our common patrimony and destiny through mutual sacrifice, tolerance, patience and above all, love. We should work towards a better society that we all shall be proud of.”

Concluding, Comptroller Dimka (Rtd) decried the banditry, kidnappings and wanton destruction of lives and property which have become a scar on our national cohesion and development, and called for deep soul searching by Muslims and Christians alike since all religions proclaim the sanctity of life and property.

HAPPY EID-EL MAULUD


DVD Media Team