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Msgr Ajang is a humble and committed servant of God,
Dan Manjang said his humility and simplicity coupled with his doggedness and theological prowess, are the rare qualities that propelled him to an enviable height in the vineyard of the Lord.He wished him well saying “he is rising from height to heights and from glory to glory, it is our prayers that he becomes a sources of blessing to anyone that comes across him.
The Honorable Commissioner in the company of other top government functionaries has on Sunday accompanied the Executive Governor of Plateau State Right Honorable Simon Bako Lalong to the Church of Immaculate Conception to attend the Holy Mass in honour of Monsignor David Ajang who is also the Chaplain Government House Plateau State.
Msgr Ajang is a humble and committed servant of God
The appointment of Monsignor David Ajang as the second Bishop of Lafia Diocese has been described as a well-deserved one given his resourceful and track records in the service of the Lord. The Plateau State Commissioner for Information and Communication Hon Dan Manjang stated this in an interview with journalists during the sendoff Mass of the Bishop-elect at the Church of Mary Immaculate Conception Zarmganda Jos.
Dan Manjang said his humility and simplicity coupled with
his doggedness and theological prowess, are the rare qualities that propelled
him to an enviable height in the vineyard of the Lord.
He wished him well saying “he is rising from height to
heights and from glory to glory, it is our prayers that he becomes a sources of
blessing to anyone that comes across him.
The Honorable Commissioner in the company of other tops government functionaries have on Sunday accompanied the Executive Governor of Plateau State Right Honorable Simon Bako Lalong to the Church of Immaculate Conception to attend the Holy Mass in honour of Monsignor David Ajang who is also the Chaplain Government House Plateau State.
Governor Lalong eulogized the Anaguta Chiefdom for a peaceful transition in the selection of Ujah
The Executive Governor of Plateau
State Rt. Hon. Simon Bako Lalong has lauded the King Makers and the entire
Anaguta Nation for conducting this transition peacefully without any
rancour or bitterness. He stated this while performing the installation and presentation
of staff of office to the new Ujah Anaguta, His Royal Highness, Johnson Jauro
Magaji, held on 17th June 2021 at Rwang Pam Township Stadium, Jos.
He said “This is the kind example
that we expect from all Chiefdoms: adding that he has always emphasized that
the Traditional Institution is vital to the survival of our cultural heritage
as it forms the bedrock of our coexistence as a people. The institution allows
us to share our common identity; norms and traditions that guide our conduct in
society. As it is commonly said, people without culture are like trees
without roots.
SPEECH BY H.E. RT. HON. (DR)
SIMON BAKO LALONG, KSGG, EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF PLATEAU STATE AT THE
INSTALLATION/PRESENTATION OF STAFF OF OFFICE TO THE NEW UJAH ANAGUTA, HIS ROYAL
HIGHNESS, JOHNSON JAURO MAGAJI, HELD ON 17TH JUNE, 2021 AT RWANG PAM TOWNSHIP STADIUM,
JOS.
Protocols
We are grateful to God for the
opportunity to witness another historic day in the life of the people of
Anaguta nation, Jos North Local Government and Plateau State in general. It is
my delight to perform this coronation and presentation of staff of office to
the new Ujah Anaguta, His Royal Highness, Pozho Johnson Jauro Magaji II, having
done same to his late father as a First Class Traditional Ruler some years
back.
May I request that we rise and
observe a minute silence in honour of the Late Ujah, His Royal Highness Photo
Jauro Magaji.
[MINUTE SILENCE IN HONOUR OF LATE
UJAH]
Distinguished Ladies and
Gentlemen, this occasion is the beginning of another chapter after the closing
of the previous one having gathered here at the Rwang Pam Stadium to bid
farewell to the late traditional ruler some months back.
As we perform the installation of
his successor and provide him with the Staff of Office, I want to congratulate
the King Makers and the entire Anaguta Nation for conducting this transition in
a peaceful manner without any rancour or bitterness. This is the kind example
that we expect from all Chiefdoms.
Just like I promised during the funeral of the late Ujah, the Government did not interfere in the process of selecting the new Ujah that we are installing today.
Like in other cases, the will of
the Anaguta people is what has transpired and the role of the Government is to
affirm their decision based on the powers bestowed on it by the law.
I have always emphasized that the
Traditional Institution is vital to the survival of our cultural heritage as it
forms the bedrock of our coexistence as a people. The institution allows us to
share our common identity; norms and traditions that guide our conduct in
society. As it is commonly said, people without culture are like trees
without roots.
You are aware that my
administration since coming on board has continued to pay greater attention to
reviving the traditional institution so that it can contribute meaningfully to
the development of the State. This explains why we restored Chiefdoms that were
scrapped by the previous administration. We believe this is necessary to
engender social cohesion and promote peaceful coexistence among our people.
This occasion therefore provides
me another opportunity to reiterate that Government expects the traditional
rulers to galvanise their communities to embrace dialogue as a means of
resolving their difference to consolidate on peace and allow development to
take place.
Your Royal Highness, the new Ujah
of Anaguta, you have taken an oath to work for the interest of your people and
ensure the peace and progress of the State. I, therefore, admonish you to be
proactive and carry your people along with irrespective of ethnic, religious, political
or other affiliations.
You are not an ethnic champion or
warlord that will promote bigotry and sectionalism. You must avoid selfish or
sectional interests and tendencies that will jeopardise the sanctity of the
revered stool which you are occupying in trust for your people.
You should do your best to uphold
the legacies of your late father who was a unifier and a rallying point for
peace. Having been nurtured and groomed by him, I have the firm belief that you
will use this God-given opportunity to promote tolerance, openness,
accommodation, fairness and justice in Jos North and Plateau State as a whole.
The government is working
expeditiously to ensure that the violence of the past remains a past tense in
our dictionary as a State. You are now in a position to ensure that every
remaining obstacle towards achieving total peace in Jos North is removed so
that peace and prosperity will reign. Your late father played his role and
passed the baton to you. All eyes will be on you to see how far you can go.
While I assure you of the support
of the Government in carrying out your new task, I wish to again make it clear
that we shall not tolerate any act that is aimed at disrupting peace and
bringing Government into disrepute.
In as much as Government does not
have interest in who is selected as a traditional ruler or support any
candidate, it has been vested with the power to remove anyone who does not
serve according to the dictates of his office. This responsibility we shall
continue to uphold.
May I use this opportunity to
express deep concern over the cases of isolated attacks in various communities
which are carried out in a hit-and-run fashion This is unacceptable and must
stop. Let me repeat my warning to traditional rulers that I will hold you
responsible if you fail to give information on who is behind such attacks under
your jurisdictions. Anyone found shielding criminals will be sanctioned.
You are the people closest to the
grassroots and you must gather intelligence on who comes in or goes out from
your community. I have told the police and other security agencies that I do
not want to hear unknown gunmen! People who come into communities and kill
innocent people in their sleep or when they are relaxing cannot be spirits and
must not be allowed to go free.
We have ordered the purchase of
50 security patrol vans and 200 security motorcycles will soon be launched
by the Inspector General of Police. In addition, we have trained and deployed
529 Police Constables who we expect to join forces with vigilante groups and
other security structures to boost intelligence gathering and early response at
the grassroots.
As we conduct this event,
Government is aware of vacant stools in the State which are yet to be filled.
Some are lingering because of existing litigations and contestation. I am not
happy with the fact that the people are denied the opportunity to have
substantive traditional rulers. Nevertheless, we will continue to do our best
and ensure that the issues are resolved.
The installation of the Ujah
Anaguta today is a wake-up call to other Chiefdoms and communities, especially
those that are still delaying the process of selection of their Traditional
Rulers because of disagreements. You should learn from the Anaguta Nation and
have a rethink to come together and forge ahead. Time is of the essence.
To Your Royal Highness the Ujah
of Anaguta, I urge you to see your ascension to the throne of your ancestors as
the will of God. You must not deviate from your assignment. Listen to the voice
of elders and tap from their wisdom and experience. I refer you to the story of
Rehoboam, the son of Solomon in the Book of 1 Kings Chapter 12.
He rejected the counsel and
wisdom of elders and chose to listen to only the youths. At the end of the
day, he caused the downfall of the Kingdom of Israel. May you did not end that way
in Jesus Name. Also, ensure that you depend on God and His Word for guidance
just like your father did.
On this note, may I again
congratulate His Royal Highness, the entire sons and daughters of the Anaguta
Nation, and the people of Jos North for this new era. I call on you all to give Ujah the necessary support for him to succeed in the onerous task of
leadership. Once more, congratulations Your Royal Highness.
Long live the Ujah of Anaguta
Chiefdom, Long live Plateau State, Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Thank you all and God Bless.
Rt. Hon. (Dr) Simon Bako Lalong,
KSGG
Governor, Plateau State.
17th June 2021.
MIKEL OBI VISITS GOVERNOR LALONG, PROMISES INVESTMENT IN PLATEAU STATE, TO ESTABLISH FOOTBALL ACADEMY.
Former Super Eagles Captain Mike Obi and Stoke City player says he is planning to increase his investment in Plateau State and also engage in other social development activities as a way of giving back to his place of birth and base where his footballing career began.
Governor Lalong welcomed the international football star,
describing him as a pride to Nigeria and in particular, Plateau State which is
famous for grooming stars in sports, entertainment and music, academia,
banking, administration among others.
He urged the footballer to continue to connect with Plateau
State and show more presence by contributing to the development of not only
sports, but other areas of investment.
Lalong told Mikel Obi that the Plateau State will host a
Glorious Stars event alongside an Investment and Economic Summit which is meant
to showcase the potentials of the State and also reunite the array of stars
that have emerged out of the State over the years.
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of
Plateau.
17th June 2021
Iliya Solomon Mangai a Quintessential grassroots Leader
government, Hon Iliya Solomon Mangai has picked his nomination form to participate in the forthcoming council elections.
Known for his passion for rural and community transformation Hon Iliya Solomon Mangai has been described as a round peg in a round hole at these crucial times most especially during this local government election considering his track records in grassroots mobilization, politics and the desire to always selflessly finds solutions to problems and challenges bothering his people, there wouldn’t be a better contender than him.
In his accustomed exceptional qualities of identifying with his people, he has consistently engaged himself in strides that seek the betterment of his people.
This occasion provided an opportunity for him to fulfil his craving and aspiration and the sky shall be his stepping stone.
As a grassroots politician, he has first-hand information of the desire of his people, which if given the opportunity shall be Bokkos Local government council will be in the front burner of economic and infrastructural transformation.
Henceforth, all building approvals must comply with fire safety protocols as provided in the Building Code. Gov. Lalong
REMARKS BY H.E. RT. HON. (DR) SIMON BAKO LALONG, KSGG, EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF PLATEAU STATE AT THE INAUGURATION OF A FIRE SERVICE TRUCK DEPLOYED TO PLATEAU STATE BY THE FEDERAL FIRE SERVICE AT THE NEW GOVERNMENT HOUSE, LITTLE RAYFIELD JOS ON 16TH JUNE 2021.
It is a great delight to address you at the commissioning of this new fire service
truck deployed to Plateau State by the Federal Fire Service to boost the capacity of the Fire Service in tackling fire outbreaks in the State.
This is a
great initiative that deserves commendation as it addresses an area that is
very important, but rarely given adequate attention. Fire disasters have caused
enormous losses to Nigerians and brought untold hardships to people.
Year in a year out, we are witnesses to infernos that wreak havoc in markets, schools,
offices, factories and residential facilities with attendant loss of properties
and lives. We must therefore sincerely appreciate Mr President for giving
approval for the purchase of these fire trucks that are being distributed
across the country.
For us in
Plateau State, this event comes at a time when we are building more capacity
for emergency response and the enhancement of the security of lives and
properties of our people. While we are making serious efforts to recover from
the impact of COVID- 19, the least one can afford to have is loss or damage to
lives and properties through fire disasters.
The
Government has over the years continued to emphasize the entrenchment of safety
culture and sensitization of our people towards adopting precautionary measures
in their day-to-day activities. We have also emphasized on several occasions
that prevention is better and cheaper than cure.
While The government has made investments in the fire sector, the focus is more on
proactive engagement rather than reactive measures that sometimes come rather
too late when the damage has been done. We consistently advise our citizens to
take advantage of our Early Warning System to sound the alarm whenever they see
something wrong.
For example, we have realized that many people build indiscriminately such that
they obstruct passages for fire service trucks and other emergency responders.
Unfortunately, despite several warnings and appeals, this ugly trend has not
stopped.
I have
therefore directed our development control agency, the Jos Metropolitan
Development Board (JMDB) to intensify the prosecution of offenders who fail to
comply with building plan approvals and town planning provisions. We must stop
those who insist on endangering the generality of citizens simply because of
their selfish desires.
Henceforth,
all building approvals must comply with fire safety protocols as provided in
the Building Code. Applications that fail to provide fire safety measures must
not get approval to build.
In addition, periodic inspection should be carried out to
ensure that people comply with fire safety standards.
When we fail to adhere to safety protocols and urban planning regulations, the purchase of fire fighting vehicles such as the one we are inaugurating today becomes less useful as firefighters cannot access disaster areas to respond to fire emergencies.
I also want to ask our citizens to invest in fire-fighting facilities such as Fire Extinguishers, especially within their homes and offices to enable them to provide the first line of response before the Fire Service arrives in case of any fire outbreak. If we fail to take personal responsibility, avoidable damages will be recorded with a regrettable loss of lives and properties.
This also
brings to mind the issue of obstruction of firefighters whenever there are
fire outbreaks and other emergencies. Regrettably too, in some cases, we find
people attacking firefighters instead of assisting them or at least allowing
them to carry out their assignment. This is a negative development that must
be checked.
While we
understand the fact that the capacity of our fire-fighting agencies is not
where it should be, the response cannot be to intimidate them instead of
encouraging them. These are people who put their lives on the line and approach
danger when others are running away from it. There is no justification to
attack them.
One way we
can address this issue and also create awareness on fire disasters is to
intensify enlightenment campaign using the younger generation right from
schools to ensure they imbibe fire awareness. We should teach them how to
identify and prevent fire outbreaks from a tender age. Parents should also ensure
they educate their children at home.
Above
all, all stakeholders must come together to continuously engage one another on
the issue of fire disasters and also support institutions such as the Federal
and State Fire Services to be able to rise to the issue of fire disasters and
how to bring it to the barest minimum.
Similarly,
I want to make a special appeal to the Controller General and indeed to my
friend and brother the Hon. Minister of Interior His Excellency Rauf
Aregbesola, to consider Plateau State in the distribution of Rapid Response
Vehicles which we understand will soon arrive. In the same vein, we appeal that
Plateau State gets its own share of the ambulances which have been distributed
to other States.
Please be
assured that our Government shall continue to collaborate with you in fighting
fire, by building the capacity of the State Fire Service to respond to the
cases of fire disasters and providing safety for the lives and properties of
our people.
God bless
Plateau State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Executive Governor, Plateau State.
16th June 2021.
GOVERNOR LALONG EXCITED OVER THE RELEASE OF REV. POLYCARB ZONGO
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has expressed excitement over the release of Rev. Polycarb Zongo of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) Wild Life Park, Jos who was abducted by insurgents last year October.
Lalong said the release of the clergyman and other abductees is an answer to the prayers of the Church and other people of goodwill which affirms that God does not abandon his people even at difficult moments.
Lalong praised all those who played various roles in facilitating the release of the clergyman, as well as those who showed concern to the family and the Church, saying this is the solidarity and humanity that is needed to overcome the insecurity and intolerance in the country.
Governor Lalong wishes Rev. Zango well as he recuperates from the emotional and physical trauma he has undergone. He also urges him to remain strong and use his ordeal to encourage and motivate the people towards trust in God and respect for humanity.
He also sends his special goodwill to the family of Rev. Zongo, the COCIN family and its President, Rev. Dr. Dachollom Datiri, urging them to continue to pray for God's intervention in the affairs of the nation and intercede for other people in similar circumstances as well as upholding the security agencies as they continue to battle the insurgents.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
16th June 2021.
GOVERNOR LALONG SWEARS IN ACTING PRESIDENT, CUSTOMARY COURT OF APPEAL
GOV, LALONG URGED COMMUNITIES TO INCREASE SURVEILLANCE
Governor Simon Lalong has appealed to citizens to increase surveillance and intelligence gathering as well as collaborate with security agencies to foil such attacks which are carried out in a hit and run fashion by criminals who are bent on disturbing the peace of the State.
Governor Simon Lalong who expressed disgust over the murderous incident which occurred on Sunday night in Sabon Layi Kuru, in Jos South Local Government and left 12 people dead and 5 critically injured, said these unprovoked and isolated attacks on soft targets must be stopped at all cost, as the Government will never allow few criminal elements to create fear in the hearts of the citizens.
During a visit to the scene to commiserate with the families of the victims and the Kuru community, the Governor who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the State Prof. Danladi Atu condemned the attack describing those behind it as cowards who have no courage to face their victims for whatever grievances they might harbour against them.
He said irrespective of the motives behind the killings, the Government is treating it as a purely criminal activity and has directed security agencies to swiftly investigate, pursue, and arrest the perpetrators who must face justice.
Atu who announced a donation by the Government for the treatment of those injured and the burial of the deceased said the Government is injecting more equipment into the security apparatus to enhance their rapid response in crime prevention and investigation.
The Secretary to the Government thereafter held a meeting with the Gwom Rwei Kuru District, Da Patrick Mandung, community and youth leaders as well as the Management Committee Chairman, Jos South Local Government Area Hon. Gideon Dandereng all appreciated the Government for its quick intervention and visit, promising to intensify intelligence gathering and fully cooperate with security agencies in unravelling those behind the killings.
They said despite the ugly incident, the spirit of the people will never be broken and their hospitality and tolerance will not change as they remain a peaceful community who embrace all people irrespective of their backgrounds and harbour no grudge against anyone.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State
14th June 2021
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