PLASU CONGRATULATES GOV LALONG ON PPA’S AWARD ...COMMENDS HIM FOR STERLING LEADERSHIP QUALITIES & PEACE BUILDING

 

The Vice Chancellor, Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos, Professor Yohana Daniel Izam, has congratulated Plateau State Governor, Rt. Hon. Simon Lalong, on the recent award presented to him by the Plateau Publishers Association (PPA), for his sterling leadership in restoring and consolidating peace on the Plateau.


In a statement signed by PLASU Public Relation Officer, John Agam, and made available to the Media, Professor Izam said the award is well deserved and a mark of recognition to the Governor's  doggedness and steadfastness which will further spur  him into putting in his utmost best in further returning the State to its lost glory as exemplified by the projects he spread across the length and breadth of the state in addition to his initiative of consolidating on the gains of his administration by widening his scope of project implementation.

The Vice Chancellor added that the bold initiative of Governor Lalong in lobbying the Federal Government to reconstruct the burnt down Jos Main Market, reactivation of the moribund Jos International Breweries, BARC Farms and reconstitution of government boards and agencies including that of Plateau State University, Bokkos are worthy of recommendation. According to him the giant strides stands him out as a colossus and one who sees the whole of Plateau as his constituency.

He further prayed for God’s continuous guidance, protection and good health on the Governor as he traverses the length and breadth of Nigeria, particularly the North in search for lasting and enduring peace which stimulate meaningful development through the revitalization of public projects like Northern Nigeria Development Company and Bank of the North among others.

SENATOR DIMKA ON THRESHOLD OF PLATEAU MOUNTAINS

 

Since his inauguration as the Senator Representing Plateau Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly the positive impact of Hezakiah Dimka is undeniable been felt not only in the central zone but the state atlarge.


Working with the conventional calendar, two years might be seeming as too long for the provision of dividend of democracy to be felt, to some it is a mark of failure therefore, changes must be made regardless of whatever the situations. All of these are right in their own ways, but as in all life situations what matters most is not the beginning but the ending.

True to type, to some Senator Hezekiah might be slow at the beginning, but that should not in any way be seen as a mark of flaw or letdown because in every life accomplishment most of the actions carried out hastily never stand the test of time, therefore, it is pertinent for any right thinking person to appropriately set exceptional strategies in motion through appropriate planning.

If you failed to plan, then you have failed already and the ending will always be catastrophic; just as a vehicle a changes gears at the start with slow motion and gradually picking up speed so does any good planning and strategies.

Two years at the Senate Chamber was a period of strategizing and planning, Hezekiah Dimka larger than life image as well as his legendry simple and unassuming personality had greatly endeared him to the heart of people that had come in close contact with him.

No sooner had Senator Hezekiah Ayuba Dimka was inaugurated on the 11th June, 2019 into the red chamber to represent the cherish people of the Plateau Central Senatorial District that he embarked on vigorous appraisal of situation on ground with the aim at providing purposeful representation guided with the philosophy of peace, unity and love anchor on the moral obligation that he will never let tribalism, religion nepotism, ethnic biasness or political witch-hunt get in the way of representation.

His scorecards at the senate as seen to the bill for the establishment of the Institute of Information and Communication Technology Kanam, Bill for the upgrade of NDLEA Training Institute, Jos, advocacy and sensitization on Narcotic Drugs and rehabilitation programme, empowerment programme for 150 Youths and Women across the constituency, rural electrification project and solar power project in the senatorial district, employment of youths into federal establishments, this is just to mention a few as over 600 beneficiaries of Federal Government Survival Fund courtesy distinguished Senator Dimka receives their N30,000 grant across the five LGAS of Plateau Central with the assurance that the beneficiaries of the other categories of the Survival Fund would be verified soon and payment effected on time.

The social media propaganda against Senator Hezakiah Dimka is an exercise in futility and has failed woefully because his has proven his mettle at the upper Chamber.

His uncommon spirit of undiluted patriotism for his fatherland, coupled with his abundant philanthropic endeavors’ particularly in his home state, whom he loved dearly and so passionately, are indeed eloquent demonstrations of Distinguished Senator Hezekiah Dimka great and enduring legacies and no political or media conspiracy would take that from him.

We thank the lord each day for the gift of a noble comrade like Engr. Solomon Suwa Walbe.In him we see a sense of belonging for the people,in him we see brave minds work today,in him we see brotherliness and patriotism in display,in him we see and feel a new reality,in him we see a unique man who shares and feel our pains,in him also we see our aspirations and yearnings being met.This is real,join the train lets better our future together...

NTDC TO PARTNER PLATEAU STATE ON TOURISM

The Director General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) Mr. Folorunsho Coker has assured the Plateau State Government that his agency will work with the State in harnessing the abundant tourist potentials in the State.





Mr. Coker was speaking when he visited Governor Simon Lalong at the New Government House, Little Rayfield Jos.

He said, Plateau State known as the Home of Peace and Tourism has both the natural and human advantage in terms of tourism and hospitality. All that is needed according to him are proactive and firm initiatives to tap into the endowments.

He praised Governor Simon Lalong for restoring peace in Plateau State which has again restored confidence in the citizens as well as reassured investors, tourist and other visitors to return to Plateau State for business and leisure. 

Coker announced that the NTDC will carry out its intervention in one of the tourist sites in Plateau State, the Kurra Falls as it has made provisions in its 2021 budget. He also promised to ensure that Plateau State is rebranded and marketed on the national and international tourism platforms and calendars so as to reinforce and repackage the natural gifts of weather, people and alluring sites.

Governor Lalong while welcoming the DG NTDC and members of his entourage to Plateau State, said the State has continued to work towards developing its tourism assets which are key to the economic blueprint of the State.

He appreciated the gesture of the NTDC in developing Kurra Falls, one of its oldest and famous tourist sites, saying the Government has put a lot of emphasis in developing tourism as a major source of revenue.
He said the choice of Kurra Falls is very timely considering the recent visit of HYPADEC to the State where they are also going to intervene in various areas around the communities of the Falls which is the first place where hydropower was generated in Nigeria.

Lalong assured the NTDC Management that his doors were open for further collaboration in many areas that will assist in bringing more people to the various tourist attractions across Plateau State.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
24th March 2021

Ex-Plateau Governor Jonah Jang is a symbol of minority struggle -Wadak

 

Chairman of Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, Jos District Society and former Permanent Secretary, Plateau State, Isaac Wadak has described former Governor of the state, Senator Jonah David Jang as a symbol of minority struggle in Nigeria.



Wadak in a statement while rejoicing with Jang as he marked his 77th birthday, said the elder's statesman has mentored younger persons who are impacting lives positively in the society.

"To many of us you stand out as symbol of minority struggle, custodian of our believes and a mentor on issues that bother on the growth of the future generation and women empowerment in Nigeria.

"The pursuit of this virtues has been grossly misunderstood by many and or some who just choose to be oblivious of them.

"But to few of us who understand, we will cherish these attributes for the rest of our lives and live it. Congratulations Sir on your 77th birthday and wish you many happy returns."

He expressed gratitude to God for the sound health and protection on Jang and said he will continue to uphold and stand with Jang in the minority struggle and his believe in the liberation of mankind.

FEDERAL POLY SHENDAM TO TAKE-OFF SOON- PERM SEC, FED. MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

Governor Simon Bako Lalong has assured that the Plateau State Government will do all that is
necessary to ensure the smooth take off of the newly approved Federal Polytechnic Shendam.

Governor Lalong stated this when he recieved the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education, Architect Sonny Echono who paid him a courtesy visit.

Lalong said the State was ready to participate in the take-off and growth of the Polytechnic by providing the needed support.

He again appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari for giving approval for the Polytechnic and two other Universities in Plateau State, saying this is a demonstration of the Government's commitment to educating Nigerians.

Architect Sonny Echono in his remarks told the Governor that a technical team is already in the State to inspect the site for the Polytechnic which will kick start the take off of the school soon.

He assured that the Minister of Education Mallam  Adamu Adamu and his management team will ensure that all the newly approved institutions including Federal Polytechnic Shendam take off smoothly.

Meanwhile, the Permanent Secretary who is also the President of the Nigerian Institute of Architects also led members of the body on a courtesy visit to Governor Lalong where he solicited for the support and collaboration of the Government towards addressing the challenges of building collapse in the country.

He said the Institute is also working on enforcing professionalism, training skilled workers in the construction industry and auditing public buildings across the country to enhance integrity.

Governor Lalong assured that Plateau State will support the Nigerian Institute of Architects in all its activities particularly in improving development of urban infrastructure and buildings.

 

Dr. Makut Simon Macham

Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.

10th March 2021.

AMANO Plateau state chapter gets new officials

Alumni of Maritime Academic of Nigeria, Oron (AMANO) Plateau state chapter has inaugurated its new officials.

The inauguration which took place via Zoom platform on Saturday 6th March, 2021 has the following persons as it new officials:-

1.                  Chairman/President-                     Nenfort Clifford Gonchen

2.                  Vice Chairman/Vice President – Shaal Kenneth Nwap

3.                  Secretary General –                       Kan Andrew Badooh

4.                  Assistant Secretary General –       Philip Tela

5.                  Financial Secretary –                     Theophilus Mbai

6.                  Treasurer-                                      Peret Modesty

7.                  Public Relations Officer-              Orit Dimka

8.                  Welfare Secretary-                        Njin John Kwantsen

9.                  Provost-                                         Pam Mazere Chuhwak

The newly elected and inaugurated officials are to pilot the affairs of the Plateau state chapter Alumni of Maritime Academic of Nigeria, Oron (AMANO) for the next two years.

In his goodwill message the National President of AMANO Mr. Emmanuel Maiguwa congratulated the new officials and thanks them for taken the challenge to lead and assure them of the support of NEC.

He said following the successful conduct of the chapter election on the 24th February, which saw to emergent of the officials, it is important to note that, the election was free, fair, and transparent to the satisfaction of AMANO guidelines. By this, the NEC has accepted the exercise and gave way for the inauguration of the new executives to steer the affairs of the Jos chapter for the next two years. He added.

 

Diket Plang A Quintessential Leader

 

In his accustomed exceptional characteristics of identifying with people when they are celebrating, Diket Plang was at Ampang West on Saturday 6th 2021 to felicitate as well as rejoice with newly wedded couples.

The occasion was an opportunity for him to meet with the revere Reverend Padam Yamsat and also to have a personal contact and interaction with the people. This has not only endeared him to people but has given him the prospect of knowing the people thoughts and ideas.









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