Presented by PROFESSOR John Wokton Wade , mni
Gentlemen of the Press, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen,
PREAMBLE.
Stakeholders and Members of APC in Pankshin LGA converged for an Extra-Ordinary Meeting in Pankshin, under the leadership of Hon. Nde Kakmena Audu Goteng, Executive Chairman of Pankshin LGC, and chaired by Acting Chairman of the Party, Hon. Nde Zakka Lengji.
Present at the Meeting were, the twelve Federal Ward Chairmen; Ward Secretaries; Ward Women Leaders; Ward Youth Leaders; All LGA EXCO Members; Representatives of Elders Forum from each Ward; Physically Challenged Leaders; Critical Stakeholders in Jos; All Serving Ward Councilors; All present and former political appointees who are in APC.
At commencement and opening Prayers, the meeting observed one minute silence in memory of Hon. Damulak Bamwar Samuel, Councilor Representing Kangmun Ward and other party members who lost their lives during the period under review. Prayer for healing and quick recovery was also said in respect of the Executive Chairman of the LGC, Hon. Nde Kakmena Audu Goteng as well as the LGA Party Chairman, Hon. Tanimu Shikmut Dashe. RESOLUTIONS/COMMUNIQUE. At the end of the meeting, and after extensive deliberations on items on the agenda, it was resolved as follows:
1. Highly commended the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for showing exemplary leadership by taking immediate steps to reform the economic architecture of our dear country. Mr. President has also taken measures to cushion the effect of subsidy removal and enforcement of rule of law in relation to the dissolution and suspension of elected Local Government Chairmen and Councilors, no matter which state is involved.
2. Unanimously adopted the Resolutions of the State Party's Extraordinary Stakeholders Meeting, held at APC Kalwa House, Jos under the able leadership of the immediate past Governor, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Simon Bako Lalong, KSG, CON who remains the rallying point of APC in Plateau State. His phenomenal achievements are legendary and cannot be easily eroded.
3. Members agreed to collaborate and encourage each other, to remain steadfast, loyal and committed to the ideals and philosophy of the All-Progressives Congress, APC. Members also resolved to consolidate on past gains, and where there are shortcomings, make amends.
4. The Meeting Received with delight updated briefings on APC Cases in the Election Petition Tribunal; the debt profile of Plateau state at the exit of the last regime and present position of Pankshin Local Government Council. It was noted that, by the grace of God and so far, without prejudice, the various cases are good to go and there is clear hope of victory. The development is virtually like a student writing examination and from his instinct, knows whether he will pass or not.
5. With regards to the dissolution of Local Government Councils, the meeting noted and appreciated that the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) at both the National and State levels are providing desired leadership and direction, trusting that this will also come to pass. The meeting further noted and appreciated that there are two subsisting injunctions and one ruling, all in favour of ALGON, with respect to reverting to Status Quo Ante, which the State Government flagrantly refused to obey.
6. On The Debt Profile Left by former Governor Lalong, the meeting appreciated that there are verifiable records through the portal of Debt Management Office (DMO) at the State and National levels, to advance our position and defend the true position of issues. The meeting noted that the substantial debt carried over included substantial monies borrowed from the Jang administration whose Irrevocable Standing Payment Order (ISPO) extends to the year 2037!
7. Noted with concern and dismay that a high-profile Transition and Strategic Planning Committee of a new regime, composed of Academics, Elder Statesmen and people trained in Public Policy and Strategic matters could allow themselves to be so gullible and manipulated into buying very cheap and false statements and narratives of blackmail and incorporated and presented such falsehood into its report. All these false narratives are in the name of begging for sympathy of the people, which so far have been ridiculous and laughable. Members are urged to always cross check facts placed on the public domain by the opposition.
8. The meeting, on moral grounds, urged government and appropriate authorities, that it is only expeditious to exhibit duty of care and ensure that policy statements are released based on truth of facts and not lies, blackmail and deception.
9. Members commiserated with the Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Manassa Mutfwang and the elected Chairman of Mangu LGA, Hon. Minister Daput over the incessant killings in some parts of the LGA, which has led to the influx of displaced people mostly women and children in most parts of Pankshin LGA. The dexterity, diligence and duty of care of the Executive Chairman of Mangu LGA towards his people is well appreciated.
10. Meeting noted and commended past efforts of the Lalong’s Administration that had held regular Security Council Meetings (in fact, twice in the Month of May 2023 before expiration of tenure) that have often tremendously abated clashes; contrary to false propaganda that the administration never held Security Council Meeting for over one year.
11. Sincerely commended the efforts and gallantry exhibited so far by the Military Personnel in reducing the escalation of the crisis and sustaining the peace. 12. The meeting further resolved that as good neighbours, members should not hesitate to render help where necessary and whenever they encounter such displaced people within our neighbourhood. 13. Finally, the meeting solicited the cooperation of all members in exposing activities of bandits across the state as our civic responsibility. On Behalf of the LGA EXCO and Congress Members, we thank you most sincerely for listening.
God bless APC,
God bless Pankshin LGA,
God bless Plateau State and
God bless The Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Signed;
Zakka Lengji,
Acting Chairman APC, Pankshin LGA. Saturday 15th July 2023.
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