CONGRATULATIONS: KENZY GUPAR 10TH YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

The Management and staff of Grassroots News felicitates with  an all-encompassing and a reconteur Radio and Television commentator Kenzy and Anna Ngupar on their 10th year Wedding Anniversary.

 May the good Lord continue to bless the wonderful family.

Signed: Walbe Orgak

Governor Lalong enjoined the Family of Late Da Lamba to Emulate his good virtues

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Governor Simon Bako Lalong has enjoined the Family of Late Da Lamba Bot to follow his footsteps so as to grow in Godly virtues.

Speaking at the Funeral Service of Late Da Lamba who died at the age of 85 at the Assemblies of God's Church, Evangelical Worship Center in Jos,the Governor who was represented by the Commissioner of Budget and Economic Planning,Hon.Dan Philip Hirkop said Da Lamba Bot who is the Father of Peter Lamba Bot,the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry described Da Lamba's death as a great loss not only for the Family, but the entire State.He said the deceased left an amiable footprint for the Family and others to Emulate.He prays that God will fill the gap created by his demise.

In his sermon,titled "THE DEATH OF THE RIGHTEOUS" Rev. Dr.Ezekiel Solomon said that death is usually an unwanted guest,but symbolizes the supreme power of God over his creation and urged everyone to live a righteous life,as such deaths is precious, hopeful, Triumphant,divine which is gain before the Lord.

He admonished believers to live examplary life as death is no respecter of age or social Status and that only unbelievers are afraid of death.

The Permanent Secretary, who is the deceased son,testified on behalf of the family, described Da Lamba as a worthy man who's life was a symbol of humility and patience and always giving the required Contribution and support to his Children.

Testimony's came from the Church, Traditional Council and the deceased other relations.

The late Da Lamba served and worked at the Bong Gwom palace during the reign of the late HRH Da Dr.Fom Bot, which he later Tranfered to Riyom Local Council and retired on the 24th,July,2005 at the age of 60.

Late Da Lamba is survived a Sister,7Children,17grand Children,20 great grand Children,In-laws and numerous relations.

 Rotmwa Kassam

Information officer.

Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning.

CONVOCATION/MATRICULATION ACLSD, JOS

Today, January 28, 2023, at the Jos Business School situated at Rayfield Jos, history was made as  African Centre for Leadership Strategy and Development (ACLSD) in collaboration with Mountains of Hope Foundation (MoHF) graduated it first set of leadership trainees and matriculated  over 80 newly admitted members of the second set of participants.

Amongst the 46 participants who graduated, Hon. Godwin Garba Jiwul earned two awards in Tenacity in lecture and Excellence (100% attendance) to the great delight of guests.

ACLSD is a an leadership think-tank that is committed to the upgrading of the quality of leadership bar in Africa and have trained at total of 1820 leaders across Nigeria alone since inception.

In her welcoming Speech, President of MoHF, Pastor Mrs Esther Dogon Yaro indicated that leadership is about authenticity, agility and acumen and challenge both the graduants and the matriculated to cultivate them as virtues.

The Chairman of the occasion and Director General of National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) was represented by Prof. Mrs Fumi Paramallam who while addressing the guests congratulated the centre for the great job it was doing to reverse the leadership deficit in africa and charged the graduants to be good ambassadors of the institute.

The Jos first convocation/matriculation lecture was delivered by Bishop Benjamin Argak Kwashi who congratulated the graduants & welcome the new entrants. He noted that leadership is about tripartite function of pioneering, sacrifice and service. The great man added that justice and righteousness are the fibres of transformational leadership.

Among other dignitaries who graced the occasion were Director General of the ACLSD; the Chairman Board of Trustees MoHF, Prof. CJ Dakas (SAN); representative of the vice Chancellor University of Jos, Prof. Ismael Ogboru, Hon. Nankim Bagudu, Nde  Yakubu Gomos, etc.

ACLSD trainning takes 12 months (one calender year) to graduate and it is opened to passionate individuals who are committed to changing the leadership narrative in Africa. With headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria, it has centres in other states like Lagos, Worri, Delta state, Plateau amongst others and admits once yearly.

Southern Nigeria and the Delusion of 2023 Presidency

By Peter Omonua; Sahara Reporters, January 6, 2023.

Sometime in early 2021, news filtered out that Bola Ahmed Tinubu had assured the northern APC leaders that he would sell a Muslim/Muslim ticket to the Southwest and they would buy it. The report has it that at the meeting where the commitment was made, they asked him how he was going to convince the Southeast to vote for the same ticket. He was alleged to have responded that the Southeast did not really matter in the calculation, that as long as he could convince his people in Yoruba land and they (northerners) could get the northern support, they would cruise to victory (without the votes of the southeast).

We later got to know that the original idea behind the Muslim/Muslim ticket was an attempt to frustrate his presidential ambition. Their thought was that he would object to a Muslim/Muslim pair and that they would insist it was the only option they had for him. How do you tell a man whose wife is not only a Christian but a pastor in one of the biggest Christian denominations in the country, that his presidential running mate would be a Muslim when he himself is a Muslim in a secular country like Nigeria? He knew the game plan, refused to allow it to deter him and assured them he would run with it. The culmination of such several attempts to dissuade and frustrate him out of the race led to his now viral outburst at Abeokuta - “EMILOKAN”.

As one group was scheming to get Tinubu off the race in APC, another group was stationed in the PDP to ensure one of their own emerges as the flag bearer of that party, (in case the recalcitrance of this “Emilokan” denies them of that party’s ticket).

The emergence of Peter Obi in the Labour Party was an aftermath of his experience in the PDP. Though he has not disclosed what he encountered on his journey, Obi’s body language, despite his taciturn nature spoke volume.

Does southern Nigeria really think that a Northerner overseeing the election of Nigeria’s presidency will award the winning to a southerner? Whoever thinks that has obviously not followed the history of leadership races in Nigeria. It is for this general naivety and ignorance that I keep encouraging anyone who cares to, to get copies of the following books and read; Just Before Dawn by Prof Kole Omotoso AND The Tale of June 12 by Prof Omo Omoruyi.

Make no mistake, there would be ongoing nocturnal meetings between Atiku, El-Rufai, Garba Shehu’s presidency, INEC’s Mahmoud and possibly Lamido Sanusi. There would be ongoing scheming on how to retain power in the hands of the Fulani. How does Tinubu think an EL-Rufai will support him over Atiku? Has he forgotten that Atiku is not only EL-Rufai’s ‘brother’, but his benefactor, who more or less made El-Rufai?

Some of us are genuinely frustrated by the outright stupidity and gullibility of Southerners. When I see the sort of discussions going on on some social media pages, I can’t help but imagine how truly clueless most southerners are about the true state of the Nigerian project.

The Fulani does not want the power shift to the south. Hear it again: THE NORTH WILL DO ANYTHING TO FRUSTRATE A POWER SHIFT TO THE SOUTH. They do not care about any party. They want to see that it is transferred to another Fulani, not even to a Hausa or a Kanuri. It was for that reason Peter Obi was frustrated out of the PDP. It was for the same reason Tinubu was saddled with the baggage of a Muslim/Muslim ticket. The backlash was anticipated and they had calculated it would be a suicidal mission for him. The popularity and blossom of the Labour Party under Peter Obi were never in their calculation.

What the north has succeeded in doing is dragging Yoruba and Igbo out into an election cycle, side-stepping the making of a new constitution that should have preceded any elections. They need the overwhelming participation of the Yoruba and the Igbos, the 2 other majorities by which they can then give a semblance of fair representation in the process. They would then be able to say to the international community, “See, it was a widely and keenly contested election (may even get to a run-off). At the end, one person won, and that person happens to be a Fulani man”.

If that happens, now what?  How can the southern leadership live with a reality of a back-to-back Fulani rulership of Nigeria given the experience of the south and the middle belt in the hands of the Fulani over the last 7+ years? Are we not thereby helping to promote a Fulani to complete what Buhari started i.e., the domination and enslavement of the country by the Fulani?

And to think that the chief promoters of a back-to-back Fulani headship of the country are mostly southerners is mind-boggling. It is unconscionable, unbelievably shocking to see some southerners actually drumming support for an Atiku Abubakar presidency. So, Dele Momodu, Reno Omokri, the Obasekis, Dino Melaye (a Yoruba Okun from Kogi) and most disappointingly, Ifeanyi Okowa, (a supposed frontliner of the Southern Governors forum), would face their constituencies and be proud to inform them they are part of an agenda to use one Fulani to replace another Fulani? Unbelievable!!!

What would these southerners tell their future generations about their roles in the vanquish of the south; political expediency? Do people not have shame? Do they not think of posterity and what history will write about them? Afonja and his betrayal which gave birth to an Ilorin Emirate over a century ago is still in our political discourse and will continue to be. Is that how these people want to be remembered?

I must appreciate Governor Wike and his G-5 governors for their tenacity and daring to stand up for what is right. It is not even enough for the G-5 governors to insist on Ayu’s resignation; it should be an insistence that Atiku himself, being a northerner cannot stand for election to replace another northerner. Na so dem just see us finish? Can you imagine Atiku telling us that because Buhari is in APC, then it should not affect the chances of PDP producing another northern president! What an infantilely puerile argument; is that how stupid these people think we have all become? So, is he telling us Obasanjo could have handed over to another Yoruba or Ibo person or that Jonathan could have handed to another Southerner and it will be fine with the North; what shameless effrontery and daylight robbery is that?

It amazes me how the south is so gullible to think the north will actually organize a free and fair election, then hand over power if the winner is from the south? Has that ever happened? When has a northern president or Head of State ever handed power to a southern successor? The transition of power has always been from a southern leader to a northern leader i.e., Obasanjo to Shagari, Obasanjo to Yardua, and Jonathan to Buhari. The Sultan will not even allow it, not to talk of now that they “have a dog in the fight” and are the referee at the same time. For them, "kaka ki eku ma je sese, afi she awada danu ni" MEANING *"if I can't have it, NOBODY will have it so let us scatter it"*.

Do people even realize the resistance from the highest level of the northern power block against handing over to Abiola? People just think it was IBB that was power drunk and wanted to cling on to power? Forces much stronger than IBB were at play at that time and those powers are still there. They have an uncanny fear of losing power. They also have a deep fear of Ibo-Yoruba coalescence; the reason the current ‘rivalry’ between “Obidients” and “Batified” is a game for them. They do not want any of these 2 tribes to lead Nigeria; neither do they want a coalition of the two.

If all attempts to replace one Fulani with another Fulani fail through the ballot, they are ready to have their military boys roll out the tanks and take over with the barrels of the gun. The populace and the international community will call it a “Military Takeover” but it is essentially an elongation of Fulani rule.

Most southerners do not understand the desperation of the people they are dealing with. They would kill anyone standing on their path to perpetuate their rulership. It has already started. Some seemingly inexplicable demises have an explanation.

Unfortunately, they have succeeded, yet again, in dividing the south along ethnic and religious lines. You would think that lessons have been learned but no. They are playing us against each other, and to reference Fela, that is *“their regular trade mark”*. It would be a total disgrace to the entire south if they allow Fulani to get away with this deception. My fear is that we are once again heading to the path of Azikiwe and Awolowo in the first republic. Those who don’t learn from history are bound to repeat it. We were told one of the 2 refused to step down for the other, which enabled the Fulani to capitalize on their disunity. Each had a personal ambition to lead and none wanted to subordinate to the other. The Ibo and the Yoruba narrate it such that each vindicates his own tribe. Some of us were not old enough to know which version to believe but at least we are witness to this current one. That is why we are writing about it now so posterity will know exactly what happened. This should have been a time for the 2 tribes to unite against their common adversary. It should be a time when they present a common and unified front. Our people say when 2 brothers fight to the death, it is the stranger that will inherit their father’s property. Let the Ibo and the Yoruba kill themselves over a non-existent 2023 presidency. The Fulani is waiting in the wings to inherit your ancestral lands when you are all ‘dead’.

 

The political leadership of the country or the lack of it poses an existential threat to them. They know what they have done (i.e., killings and destruction of lives and properties in various southern and middle belt communities). They fear a repercussion. I tell you, as soon as Buhari leaves and a southerner takes over, there could be a backlash on all the criminals hibernating and committing atrocities in southern forests. Throughout Buhari’s tenor, they have used the military to cover their flanks, the reason why T.Y. Danjuma said “THEY COLLUDE”. Yoruba will say: "apani ki fe ki ida koja lori oun" which means that a killer does not want a sword to be swung around his head. They fear reprisal and are scared of the shadow of their past deeds. It is the reason one of their patrons, Gumi can publicly advise them not to vote for a president who will prosecute them. They know what they have done, and that only one of their own, Atiku will protect them after Buhari.

One fact the southern electorate knows but pretends will not play out is the interest of the electoral umpire. The last time I checked, he is an Arewa man. Do southerners believe in their hearts that this man will be an unbiased umpire in this tournament, given the huge price at stakes?

 

While the South is busy ‘Buga-ing’, the north’s minute-by-minute planning is “how can we distract them (the south) and ensure power remains with the north?” They are thinking, “Who and who among their traitorous leaders can we buy over that will speak against them in support of the North retaining power”? They have unleashed Fulani terrorists into your farms to systematically intimidate and create scarcity of food in your lands. At the official level, they have deployed the military into your states in the south, as if there is a war already going on. For every military checkpoint you see in the north, you have roughly 8 within the same radius in the south. The ratio is worse in the South East, under the pretext of fighting IPOB members. It’s all part of the game of psychological warfare and defeat.

 

My postulation: they will declare Atiku the winner of the election, irrespective of what the real voting numbers are. They will anticipate an uproar. To assuage the south, they penciled down some names to appoint into key positions as soon as they declared Atiku winner. They will tell you to go to court and challenge the result. If your uproar spirals to a riotous tumult, they will deploy their military, kill a few and take some perceived frontline leaders of the protest into detention, reminiscent of June 12. They will direct the CBN to release any required amount of money to buy out leaders of the major tribal groups. For the candidates i.e., Tinubu, Peter Obi, etc., they will tell them to name their price and promise to pay them any amount of money they want, to assuage and/or compensate them. Did I hear you say “it can never happen; this is not 1993”; wait for it. I will remind you.

 

As it was in 2015 and 2019, a dog that will get lost does not hear the whistle of its owner. They call us “Wailers” and “Political Neophytes”. Atiku is coming to finalize the Fulani agenda started by Buhari. Buhari spent the last 8 years ‘restructuring’ the country to their preferred structure. He only needs Atiku to consolidate on that ‘restructuring’. Do people think he will hand over to a southerner who will deconstruct all that he has put in place for the benefit of his clan and their long-held belief that they own Nigeria? Atiku, I am told is deadlier, more virulent and will exercise a vice-grip hold of the south. Just as Tinubu fed a lion that has almost now consumed him, those promoting Atiku now will be the first casualty. That is why he has never condemned Fulani atrocities. That was why he deleted that twit about the murderous killing of Deborah by some terrorist in Sokoto. Southern Nigeria has suffered enough under the yoke of this marriage. When is enough really enough? If Chief Obasanjo, with all of his ‘stubbornness’ and deep understanding of Nigeria’s social-political history, could not salvage it, believe me, no one can. Not Peter Obi and not Tinubu.

From the onset, two countries that did not have anything in common were merged into a single entity. Nigeria has been a “state held together at gunpoint” since then.

It has been over a hundred years and everyone can see that it has not worked. Anyone adamant about keeping it so, no doubt, reaps from the agony and frustration of the people of a failed state. They do not care about the well-being of the citizens or the development of the country. Chief Richard Akinjide, a one-time staunch supporter of the north, who went to the extent of betraying his kinsman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, for the benefit of the north; before he died, said the North believes they can use the military to rule the country in a form of internal colonialism. He further said and I quote: “these are people who do not make a distinction between public treasury and private treasury”. Basic economics tells us Savings and Investments are the engines for the growth of any economy. How can you ever hope to save and invest with such people? As far back as 1962, Chief Obafemi Awolowo had referred to them as the “autocratic ruling caste” during his treason trial.

Before any progress can be made in southern Nigeria, we have to go back to the “2 state solution”; northern Nigeria and southern Nigeria. Take it back to where it was before the British disingenuously merged them.

Southern Nigeria Delineation

 Already we are running 2 countries as it were anyways. The water resource bill is clear evidence. Those in southern Nigeria don’t want it while those in northern Nigeria welcome it and in fact, anticipate it. The introduction of Sharia with its associated Hisbah police is another.

The states in the middle belt will be given the choice to decide if they prefer a country of their own or vote for a choice between becoming part of southern Nigeria or part of northern Nigeria. Thank God for the discovery of oil wells and other minerals in the north.

Southern Nigeria will decide after this first level of separation if they will continue as a unit or create new countries of Biafra, Oduduwa, and Niger Delta thereafter. A president of Southern Nigeria extraction, (even if it were to happen), with the current structure of the country is window dressing; the sore would only fester. Like a friend of mine said, “if perchance they give you the presidency now, the Fulani, like a hawk, will patiently wait for when they return to power to finish their project. Why to postpone the evil days”.

Some would say, why now, when the presidential election is less than 2 months to take place? It is because we know the election is a distraction. It is a destination to nowhere; to a darker wilderness. It is being used to renew the life of a slavish Constitution, the same reason our revered elder statesman, Chief Ayo Adebanjo had said there should not be any elections before a new Constitution. Pastor Chris Okotie also said just recently that there should be no election but that a transition government is put in place. Against all voices of wisdom, they are rail-roading us into an election because they need it as a vehicle to perpetuate their overlordship and finalize their evil agenda.

Peter Omonua, an Officer of the Canadian Armed Forces lives in Ontario, Canada. He can be reached at pomonua@yahoo.com

EARLY MARRIAGE IN THE 21st CENTURY

(Modest Thoughts with Ayuba Yilgak'ha, January 15, 2023; 08116181263; loisayuba420@gmail.com)

*Introduction*

This discussion is  based on the understanding generated from the Bible books of Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiates. 4.9; Ephisians 5:21-33. Observation from personal experiences of couples in the society also shapes the thoughts represented here.

Marriage is an institution and a responsibility for adults. In a world where issues of life are becoming more complex and cost of living unbearable, marriage decision that should be taken with much caution.

*Early Marriage defined*

It is not easy to conceptualise & define what Early Marriage entails. However, the fact that marriage is for adults (who have the capacity to bear responsibility associated with it), then the clarification has to be made that marriage is not for teenagers/dependents (ages between 13 & 18 year based on Nigeria Constitution).

The age of adulthood starts from 18 year above. There is this adage about marriage which cautioned as follow:  "A young man not yet; an older man not at all"! This means that marriage is fundamentally about striking a balance between being young or old in order to have the strength to shoulder its responsibilities.

Anyone who wants to marry has to be physiologically, mentally, emotionally, materially stable not in age alone. It is important to note that 'it's not how fast one marries but how well he fares in the marriage that matters.'

*Responsibilities in Marriage*

Marriage responsibilities ranges from the provision of companionship; parenting, that is, diligent raising of family; ministering in love, gospel and hospitality; meeting holistic family needs which can be physical, spiritual, emotional and intellectual; providing leadership through influence, vision curving and courage. These are heavy responsibilities which are increasingly becoming complex as far as the 21st century is concerned.

It is the increasing complexities of issues of the century that many families are disintegrating in recent times. The problems of the 21st century which have direct or indirect link with marriage & family are distortions in marriage orientation; cost of living in the face of abject poverty & unemployment; secularism (external/internal influences) as well as government legislation, etc.

The implication of early marriage (premature) is that couple will have to bear responsibilities that are heavier than they can bear. Having said that, with determination, there are no responsibility that cannot be shouldered. 

Before marriage, count the cost to be sure you can bear them or have yourself to blame, going forward. And he that blames himself for marriage may have to do so for life except there is divine intervention from above.

*Conclusion*

Failure of parenting at the family level is at the root of most of the contractions the society is facing today: Single parent, bastards, crimes & upsurge in criminality, etc.. These unsettling contradictions have to be deliberately curtailed through constructive engagements with couples and intending couples to be championed by religious, community and agencies of government which coordinates issues social welfare, family and community relations.

DRUG ABUSE AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR NIGERIAN SOCIETIES

(Modest Thoughts with Ayuba Yilgak'ha, January 15, 2023; 08116181263; loisauba420@gmail.com) 

Introduction

Let me make a quick disclaimer here, please. I'm not a drug expert but a mere public affairs commentator who has been a witness to the great damage DA has done to humanity and society including our relatives.

Each time Drug Abuse (DA) is mentioned, what comes to my mind are two of my Secondary school's mates (names withheld) who could not continue with the education because of DA and died in the process. It also reminds me of a friend, Anthony who stopped doing drugs while at SPS Keffi and is today doing well as an employee of the Federal Ministry of Finance, Abuja. The first case is a bad news but the second, a good one while the best is when does not do drugs at all!

*Drug Abuse and Challenges*

Drug Abuse is the illegal consumption of unprescribed drugs for reasons which cannot be substantiated. It is a form of corruption which alters human sense of decency and normality in social conducts.

DA is one of the most daring social problems the world is battling today and it is ranked amongst social contradictions such as examination malpractice, prostitution, rape, cultism, etc. we are struggling with in our educational institutions and, by extension, the larger society.

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes (UNODC) World Drug Report 2022 as cited by Akamadu Chucks (Conclaveng, January 14, 2023) indicated that 2010 and 2020, the statistics of drug abusers increased by 26% with the proportion of women in drugs in the minority though increasing rapidly too. The report also showed that, at least, 29.4 million Nigerians, between ages 15 and 64 years old are deeply engaged in drug abuse. The worrisome trend in DA has continued to skyrocket at all levels of society, particularly our local communities.

The implication is that DA has significantly increased the number of mentally derailed people and have also served as stimulant for crime and criminality in many societies. Infact, it has been established that DA is the catalyst for all the other social ills earlier mentioned including political thuggery, assassinations, Trans order crimes like trafficking in persons, migrant smuggling, drug trafficking, terrorism and insurgency Nigeria is profusely bleeding from today.

DA is not just a trigger for irresponsibility but a spell which has the potential for promoting mediocrity - the tendency to be haphazard and substandard. Mediocrity is the opposite of meritocracy!

Any society whose members are made up of mediocres cannot be stable productive and progressive. It will be coasting towards utter ruin, if not checked and halted!

*Causes of Drug Abuse*

The causes of drug abuse include but not limited to poor parenting; hypnosis; poor sense of judgement; peer pressure; false sense of courage, etc.. Generally, poor orientation at family, community and institutional levels could be causes this menace.

*Possible Solutions*

The possible remedy for drug abuse include raising the standard of parenting in families; avoiding bad friends; living by the word of God; prayers and counselling to counter diabolic and demonic influences; regular public awareness campaigns; education for critical thinking as well a well coordinated international synergy among neighbouring countries to share intellegence and lunch united action against drugs traffickers, cartels and consumers. These among other interventions could go a long way in mitigating the issues of drug abuse in Nigeria.

Always ask questions. Drugs kill. Say no to Drug Abuse. We can make Nigeria and our local communities drug abuse free and we will be glad doing just this. 

*References*

Akamadu, C. (2023). Open letter to presidential candidates. https://www.theconclaveng.com/open-letter-to-presidential-candidates-by-chuks-akamadu/

NENTAWE/STRATEGIC PLAN

The All Progressives Congress Governorship Candidate Dr Nentawe Yilwatda has assured that the insecurity experienced in towns  on border lines would be dealt with decisively if elected into office.

Addressing the people of Lamba, Bashar and Wase in continuation of his citizen engagement, Nentawe disclosed that with the available intelligence and workable template  at his disposal,he would go the whole hog against the terrorists and other criminal elements.

According to him, with available intelligence on the  modus operandi of the terrorists, it is  the political will and comprehensive strategy  that are needed to contain them.

Nentawe revealed that if elected, he would deploy advanced technology and well trained personnel in changing the narrative.

He said based on intelligence and operational capability of the terrorists, a well trained and organised counter force is needed to decisively deal with them.

Nentawe also said that as part of his strategic action plan,if voted into office,he would make available advanced surveillance  and necessary lawful equipment to security agencies as well vigilantes and hunters groups for effective counter measures against the insurgents.

He disclosed that it is on record that the terrorists usually strike especially the border towns at the end of the month and cross over to neighbouring states with little or no challenge at all.

Nentawe  also alerted the people on the divisive strategy implored by the terrorists in causing disaffection among the locals before causing mayhem.

According to him,one of such unwholesome strategies, is the mischievous use of religion and ethnic disharmony  to create suspicion and distrust in communities.

The APC flag bearer then promised that one of the first things to do in office if  elected is to totally overhaul the security architecture of the state to give it the much needed impetus to function effectively in line with international best practice.

Nentawe urged the People to remain united, assuring them that if elected as the governor he would not only ensure their security but do everything to uplift the economic fortune of the state as a whole, adding that his target beneficiaries are women, youth and persons with disabilities.

Various speakers at the forum stated that from all indications,Plateau  would for the first time  be blessed with a Professor in the person of Nentawe as the governor of the state.

After enumerating some of their challenges in the areas of security and provision of social amenities, they are of the believe that Nentawe is the person that can solve their problems if elected as  governor.

Spokesman for Generation Next Campaign Council Shittu Bamaiyi said the Governorship hopeful had paid separate courtesy calls on the Emir of Wase,Aku Mavo, and the Rekna Bashar and the Hakimin Lamba where after giving their royal blessings  described Nentawe as the most qualified to be the governor of the state###.