Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi was today at COCIN LCC MANGU Central for the host church of CAN Unity/ End of Year Thanksgiving Service for the year 2019 tagged; “Thanking God In The Midst Of Challenges”.

The honorable arrived the venue in company of the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Prof Sunni Tyoden alongside Hon Jude Dakur, Hon Hosea Finangwai, the commissioners for the ministries of Solid Minerals and Agriculture respectively.

Amongst the dignitaries were Nde Gonen Gofwen, the President General Ngas Development Association and his amiable wife. Traditional leaders, Religious leaders and the people of the academia were not left out.

The event started with the introduction of invited guests and songs of praises to God almighty, after various ministrations by different church denominations that make up CAN.

In the Goodwill messages, RT Hon Yusuf Gagdi appreciated the CAN leadership for honoring him by the invitation to the auspicious event which He said is a blessing to him. He expressed his delight for the good reception He is given and for the assiduous work CAN is doing on the Plateau to ensure peace and good governance.

The Honorable was not left out in the Thanksgiving as He made a handsome donation in thanking God for all the good things God has done for him and his family this year, He then supported CAN State Chapter and the Host Church LCC Mangu Central with his widow’s mite.

The event came to a close as the RT honorable was bid farewell….

Two young girls accused of witchcraft have been set ablaze in Waduruk community, Shen village, Jos South local government area of Plateau State.
The victims, said to be aged 11 and 5 years respectively, are reportedly battling for their lives at the Plateau State Specialists Hospital, Jos.
The State Chairperson of Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ, Mrs. Jennifer Yarima described the act as a gross violation of the human rights of the victims and called for concerted efforts from law enforcement agencies to ensure the perpetrators are arrested and prosecuted.
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In a statement she signed and issued in Jos, the NAWOJ Chairperson noted, “We condemn in strong terms the unspeakable human rights violation meted on two minors, 11 years old Godgift Nyam and five years old Mary Gyang who sustained unimaginable degree of injuries after they were burnt.
“The menace of jungle justice has no place in our contemporary society; it is a disheartening situation that minors will be subjected to such a traumatizing agony without any substantial evidence to prove their claims.
“The members of the community have continued to shield the perpetrators of this dastardly act and chased security agents when they went to arrest suspects. Since nobody is above the law, concerted efforts should be made to arrest and prosecute all those involved in this act of inhumanity to serve as a deterrent to others.”

The celebration of Christmas is all about showing genuine love through caring and sharing to the deserving members of communities. In such spirit, the Distinguished Senator has set today Sunday 22nd December 2019 for the distribution of Christmas gifts across the five LGAs of Plateau Senatorial District.

The general public may wish to recall that on 30th November the Distinguished inaugurated five man 2019 Christmas Committee for each of the 5 LGAs during the unveiling of his Constituency Office and presentation of appointment letters to over 100 aides.

Billed for the distribution are 1600 bags of rice, 1000 cartons of maggi and salt, 15 cows and a large number of ram among other items.

While appreciating the Distinguished Senator for being meticulous in his approach to public service by setting a committee to handle the distribution, we wish to sincerely appeal to the committees to do everything within their capacity to ensure fair and equitable distribution of the items given to most deserving persons across the LGAs.

It is expected that the distribution of the items within each of the 5 LGAs would be concluded tomorrow Monday.

We pray for a hitch free 2019 Christmas celebration and a prosperous 2020 New Year in advance. The Distinguished Senator enjoined his constituents to pray for the unity, peace and prosperity of Plateau Central, Plateau State and the Country at large.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in advance!

Signed.

ND Shehu Kanam
SLA to the Distinguished Senator
Plateau Central District

Residents of Dutsen Alhaji, Kubwa, in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, were horrified on Saturday as a police Inspector shot dead a Corporal and also injured a Deputy Superintendent of Police.

After killing the junior policeman, the unidentified Inspector then shot himself dead.

The incident, which reportedly occurred around 4:30 pm, sparked fear in the area.

The details of the incident were sketchy but the deputy spokesperson for the police in the FCT, ASP Miriam Yusuf, confirmed the incident.

Yusuf, in a statement, said, “The FCT Police Command regrettably condemns the unfortunate incident that took place at Dutsen Alhaji Division involving the murder of a police Corporal by an Inspector.

“Preliminary investigation reveals that the deceased Inspector fired a shot at the Corporal leading to his death and injuring a Deputy Superintendent of Police before he committed suicide.”

While commiserating with the family members of the deceased, Yusuf explained that the FCT Commissioner of Police, Bala Ciroma, has ordered a discreet investigation into the incident and put measures in place to forestall the recurrence of such incident.”

The command urged residents to remain calm while reiterating its commitment to providing adequate security during the Christmas and New Year celebrations.

PRESS RELEASE

PROTOCOLS

1. It is a great delight to be here to witness yet another Christmas Carol and to address you today.

2. Let me first thank God Almighty for sustaining us throughout the year and keeping us alive to witness this special day and celebrate another Christmas Carol.

3. Indeed, many are not alive to witness this day. I WILL LIKE US TO OBSERVE A MINUTE SILINCE IN HONOUR OF OUR DEPARTED BROTHERS AND SISTERS ESPECIALLY OUR YOUNG PERSONS WHO DIED IN THE RECENT MINING SITE COLLAPSE IN ZAWAN.

4. No doubt an event like this gives us the opportunity to reflect on the goodness of the Lord and count our blessings one by one.

5. Being the first Christmas Carol organised by the Government House Chapel since our re-election, I will like to use this opportunity to sincerely thank the citizens of Plateau State for again massively voting us back into office.

6. We remain grateful for this confidence and promise to live up to expectations of our people.

7. Today’s event is one that puts us into the Christmas mood as we enjoy angelic voices and partake in praising God for the gift of Jesus Christ who came to save mankind from sin and condemnation.
8. While Christians the world over participate in various activities to mark Christmas, we must never forget the essence of this highly Spiritual event.

9. Apart from fulfilling the Scriptures, the coming of Jesus Christ changed the course of mankind where salvation became available to both the Jew and Gentile.

10. Little wonder, Jesus Christ in His short time on earth taught us many lessons that advocate love, unity and inclusivity where no one should be discriminated against for whatever reason.

11. Even today, this teaching remains relevant for us as His followers because that is what gives us the boldness to proclaim a relationship with Him.

12. Therefore, if Christ brought Light into the world by saving mankind irrespective of man’s sinfulness, what reasons can we give as Christians today for not loving and forgiving others?
13. I raise this because Plateau State has gone through a lot of trying moments over the years that have tasted our faith and our ability to love, forgive and tolerate others.

14. Despite the crises we have gone through and the pain many have passed endured, we cannot allow our rich heritage of faith in Jesus Christ to be lost because of our negative experiences.

15. We should remember that many have been attracted to our State because of the Fruits of the Spirit they see in us which makes us loving, patient, peaceful, kind and joyful.

16. Little wonder, Plateau State has been known as the Home of Peace and Tourism, which I believe goes beyond its natural beauty to the inner beauty and accommodating posture of its people.

17. I therefore call on Christians on the Plateau to continue to be the Light and reflect the essence of the birth of Christ the Saviour in all their actions and interactions.

18. Let us promote and practice peace because it is central to our development. We have to build on the successes that we have achieved so far and ensure that the ugly past is truly behind us.

19. As a Government, we are continuing our Rescue Mission by implementing our three-pillar policy vision that is anchored on Peace, Security and Good Governance; Infrastructural Development; and Sustainable Economic Rebirth.

20. We shall therefore continue to count on your prayers, support and constructive criticisms to enable us discharge this burden with all our energy.

21. I assure you that we will continue to administer the State with the fear of God and carry everyone along according to our oath of office.

22. At festive periods like this, there are those who are criminally minded and planning to unleash mayhem on innocent people celebrating the season.


23. Let me warn that I have directed the security agencies to deal decisively with anyone found disturbing the peace of the state and engaged in any criminal activity.

24. I call on all citizens to go about their celebrations freely but with utmost vigilance so as to report any suspected criminal to the security agencies for prompt action.

25. Peace has come back to Plateau State and it is our duty to all protect and preserve it at all cost.

26. Finally, I wish to call on all of us not to keep the joy and pleasures of the season to ourselves alone, but to reach out and share with others, particularly the less privileged and those of other faiths.

27. After all, God so LOVED the world that he GAVE Jesus Christ to us. We cannot afford to be stingy or withhold his blessings to us at this season.



28. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year ahead.

29. God bless you.

Rt. Hon. (Dr) Simon Bako Lalong
Executive Governor Plateau State
21st December 2019.

As you celebrate the glory of this miraculous season, may your home be filled with love, peace, and joy. May these blessings follow you throughout the season and new year
The best present one can hope for this year is to spend time together. I can’t wait to celebrate the holidays with my constituents. Wishing you all a glorious celebration.

Court Orders Release of Zakka Dung, Asks FG, OPSH to Pay N5m Damages
Court Orders Release of Zakka Dung, Asks FG, OPSH to Pay N5m Damages

By Pam Moses

The Plateau State High Court has ordered the Federal Government and the Operation Safe Haven to release Zakka Dung and pay him the sum of N5 million for violation of his Fundamental Hunman Rights.

The Applicants, Zakka Dung and Joel Sunday were arrested on the 24th January, 2019 by officers and men of Operation Safe Haven, Plateau State while playing football at Lome Football Field, Sabon Barki, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The Applicants sued the Federal Government, the Attorney General of the Federation, the Chief of Defence Staff and Major General Augustine Chris Agundu, the Commander Operation Safe Haven Jos plateau State through their Counsel Mr. Gyang Zi in suit No: PlD/J/154m2/2019

Delivering the Judgement on Friday, the presiding Judge, Hon. Justice Simon Gang order the Federal Government and the Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) to released Zaka Dung who is still in detention with immediate effect.

Justice Gang said, “The respondents refused to obey the Court order and refused to release the applicants on bail as directed by the court.

“I, therefore granted all the reliefs sought by the Applicants and order the Respondents to pay the Applicants the sum of N 5,000,000.00 (Five Million Naira) only as general damages/compensation for the unlawful arrest, assault, torture, and detention of the Applicants”.

Meanwhile, the High Court No: 5 of Plateau State presided over by Hon. Justice D.D. Lonji had in a ruling delivered on Tuesday the 5th day of March, 2019, earlier granted Bail to the Applicants.

However, despite the said Court order granting bail to the Applicants, the Respondents only partially obey the order of Court after a long time by releasing only the 2nd Applicant but have defiantly refused the 1st Applicant, Zakka Dung till date.

The 2nd Applicant who has been released said that they were subjected to serious beating as a result of which they sustained injuries following their arrest.

The presiding Judge, Justice Simon Gang slammed the Federal Government and the other Respondents over penchant disobedience of 2 Court Orders, one for the release of the Applicants on bail given by Hon. Justice D.D. Longji and the other for the production of the Applicants in Court given by the presiding Judge, Hon. Justice S.P. Gang.

The Buhari Campaign organization BCO, will continue to support the policies and programs of the next level agenda of Buhari led administration.

This was disclosed by the national coordinator of BCO Alh. Dr. Danladi Pasali during a reception and award night at Nicon luxury hotel Abuja.

Pasali said there is no better time than now, for people to appreciate the leadership style of PMB who’s aim is to put Nigeria on a right Track for the benefit of present and future generation.

The historic reception ,had in attendance Governors, ministers, Nass members as well as dignitaries acroos The country.