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18/07/2025

MUTFWANG SWEARS IN KHADI BADAMSI KABIR ADAM...CHARGES ADAM TO UPHOLD JUSTICE WITH INTEGRITY WHILE SERVING HUMANITY. ..DEBUNKS MISINFORMATION AGAINST SIDELINING MUSLIMS.

By Nanyah Daman, David Kazi, Justin Jattim, Michael Nangwang, Anastasia Jatbyen, Vanessa Timbyen, Danladi Nanman, Gwakzing Hosea and Peter Okuku, Jos.

His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang,the Executive Governor of Plateau State, Leader of the Time is Now Administration and the Land is Green has sworn in Hon. Khadi Badamsi Kabir Adam as a Khadi of the Sharia Court of Appeal, Jos,on Friday 19th July 2025 debunking and dispeling the misinformation against sidelining Muslims in his administration. The Governor charged the new judicial officer to uphold justice with utmost integrity, professionalism, and reverence for the rule of law.

Speaking during the swearing-in at the New Government House, Little Rayfield, Jos, Governor Mutfwang emphasized that the appointment was purely merit-based, devoid of ethnic, religious, or political considerations.
Mutfwang reiterated that “We have maintained merit as our guiding principle, and this appointment followed due diligence by the Judicial Service Commission and was duly affirmed by the National Judicial Council".

He described the judiciary as a vital pillar of democracy, currently grappling with a national crisis of confidence, and urged the newly sworn-in Khadi to be a shining light in restoring public trust in the justice system.

The Plateau State Governor hinted that “You are assuming this sacred responsibility at a time when the judiciary is under intense public scrutiny. I urge you to uphold fairness, equity, and impartiality. Let your judgments be guided by the fear of God and a clear conscience,” he charged.

Governor Mutfwang commended the Plateau State judiciary for maintaining a high standard of professionalism, adding that the state has largely been insulated from the negative perceptions affecting the judiciary in other parts of the country. He also reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening the judiciary, including addressing outstanding entitlements of retired judicial officers.

In his response after taking the Oath of Office, Hon. Khadi Badamsi Kabir Adam pledged to uphold the sacred trust reposed in him and to align his service with the values of justice, equity, and moral uprightness.

Adam posited that “I am deeply honored by this appointment. I pledge to discharge my duties with integrity and impartiality, to promote the welfare and dignity of all who appear before the Court and to collaborate with all stakeholders in the pursuit of justice."

The ceremony drew attendance from across the judiciary, executive, legislature, religious and traditional institutions, reflecting the significance of the occasion and the administration’s commitment to institutional integrity and good governance.

15/07/2025

UPHOLDING DUE PROCESS IN JUDICIAL APPOINTMENTS IN PLATEAU STATE.
..CAGING THE SPIRIT OF UNGUARDED UTTERANCES AMONGST FUNDAMENTALISTS IN PLATEAU STATE:THE VIRAL VIDEO OF AN ISLAMIC IMAM AGAINST GOVERNOR MUTFWANG AND THE PLATEAU JUDICIARY.

By Nanyah Daman and Friday Derwan,Jos.

The appointments of the Plateau State High Court Judges is strictly a constitutional affair with laid down procedures that shall not be compromised.

When the Executive Governor of Plateau State,His Excellency Barr Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang nominated candidates for such vacancies, the rest of the process is strictly rested on the shoulders of the Judicial Service Commission(JSC) to effectively handle.

This is to be in line with mandates of the JSC which amongst others is to offer advice on appointments of the judges at both the higher and lower bench.

In the process of appointing Judges, the Judicial Service Commission ensures that only qualified and credible candidates are appointed through laid down procedures.

This process requires that candidates are thoroughly screened to include aptitude test so as to ensure that only the best emerged.

Earlier this year that process was seen in action in Plateau State when the National Judicial Council(NJC) gave the state slots for High Court Judges.

It is on record that so many people applied for it and at the end of exercise six people emerged top and their names submitted to the National Judicial Council for consideration.

While the state awaited the response from the NJC to allow the State Governor,Barr Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang effect the appointments, certain developments began to manifest which eventually led to halting the much anticipated approval of the appointments by the NJC for the state.

Other states in the country have already received such blessings from the Apex body of the nation’s judiciary.

While the state anxiously waited upon the verdict of the NJC on its six nominees, a video emerged from an Islamic cleric in Jos casting aspersions on the State Governor,Barr Caleb Mutfwang.

In the video that has gone viral, the cleric was heard accusing Governor Mutfwang of sidelining Muslims in the state in the appointment of judges.
The cleric who was addressing his adherence also made very saddening and unverified claims stating that in all, there's no representation of Muslims in the number of Judges in the Plateau State High Court,which is far from the truth.

While such claims could have been allowed to pass unperturbed, it is imperative to shed some light on all the issues raised by the cleric.

It is imperative to note that in the appointments of State High Court Judges or any cadre of Judges, the sentiment of religion has no place and only suitable persons who meet the necessary criteria emerge and are so appointed.

Contrary to the Cleric's allegations that the state has never had Muslims as High Court Judges due to perceived segregation, records has shown that after the creation of Nasarawa State out of the old Plateau, the state has had four high court judges who are Muslims.

One of such got retired just few years back and now deceased, while three others are still in active service, out of which another has been elevated to the Court of Appeal.

Research has also shown that in the northern states of the country the opportunities of becoming a judge has never been availed to adherents of other religions other than the one that controls majority of the populace in those states.

That is not so in Plateau State which has never used religion as a yard stick for any consideration instead, the state has been magnanimous to all when it comes to making critical decisions as the appointment of judges and other political appointees.

It's very clear that the action of the Cleric is coming on heels of some Muslim candidates who applied for the job but failed to sail through because their performance during the screening exercise failed far below acceptable standards.

This is obvious because the Cleric displayed high level of ignorance on what it entails to become a Judge of the High Court and was fed with misinformation.

His historical analysis of what he viewed as marginalisation of Muslims in the state Judiciary has also turned out to be fiction of his mere imagination.

The cleric has failed to show course why right thinking members of the society should believe in such vituperations that lack backing powers of records.

Whipping religious sentiments on issues in the country has become a stock in trade of some Nigerians who believed that such can always give them what they want on a platter of gold even when they do not deserve it.

No, it’s not always so because the hands of God Almighty is stronger than any other.God favours whom he wants to favour without human input.

The judiciary is that Arm of Government where those who manned the system are people with impeccable resource and sound knowledge of the law devoid of the all comers syndrome.

Labeling Governor Mutfwang as biased in the nominations of the six judges as postulated by the cleric was most unfair to him in all seriousness.

Governor Mutfwang in all honesty has since assumption of office tried his best to remodel the state in the fashion where everyone will be proud to behold.

The National Judicial Council had availed all those who participated in that recruitment exercise and felt it wasn't credible to formally forward their complaints to it.

Those who believed they had genuine cases should have cashed in on that window of opportunity to ventilate their grievance instead of feeding their gullible community with fabricated lies on why they were not successful in the exercise.

The status of the Plateau State Governor as a lawyer no doubt added value to his administrative skills and governing prowess contrary to the rantings of the cleric in that video where he tried to paint the Governor as not using his background to do justice to the Muslim ummah in the state through the appointment of the Judges.

It is equally important to emphasised that Plateau State has been very considerate of all variables when it comes to taking critical decisions on issues such as appointments generally.

A Government that is trying it's best in all facets as that of Governor Mutfwang should be encouraged to do more but not to face irresponsible criticism from myopic tantrums who sees, and says nothing good about Plateau.

The social media platform can be used as a veritable means of projecting developmental ideas even by religious clerics.

Unfortunately some of them have utilised it’s potency to control the thinking of their gullible followership for their selfish ambitions.

The earlier such characters retraced their steps back to the path of progressive thinking, the better.

12/07/2025

SENATOR PAM DACHUNGYANG MWADKON: A VISIONARY IN THE MAKING — HE JUST NEEDS TIME.

By Gyang Bulus & Justin Michael, D**g

In recent weeks, social media has been awash with a wave of criticism aimed at Senator Pam Dachungyang Mwadkon, the distinguished representative of Plateau North Senatorial District. While public scrutiny is a vital part of democracy, it is equally important to balance expectation with context, and passion with patience.

Senator Mwadkon is a first-time legislator in the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly — a space governed not just by lawmaking but by the nuanced politics of alliances, influence, and strategic timing. Like every craftsman, even the most gifted require time to understand the tools, map the terrain, and earn the trust needed to bring lasting change. It is no different in the Senate.

Those who know Senator Mwadkon closely can testify to his compassion, generosity, and unwavering vision for Plateau North. His legacy of philanthropy predates his senatorial victory — having donated millions of naira to churches, vulnerable families, students, and political allies alike. During Ramadan, Sallah, Christmas, and Easter, he extended hands of support through grants, food items like groundnut oil, and essential funding to cushion the cost of living for his people.

Less than a year in office, Senator Mwadkon has quietly facilitated employment opportunities for his constituents in institutions such as JUTH, federal ministries, departments, and agencies — a feat many seasoned lawmakers struggle to accomplish in a full term.

We must not forget the ten-month legal battle he fought — a journey that demanded enormous financial, emotional, and strategic investment to defend the people’s mandate at the tribunal. That fight was not for himself, but for the voice of Plateau North to be heard loud and clear in the red chamber.

It is also critical to understand the timeline: the 2024 senatorial budget was concluded before his inauguration. His projects — your projects — are captured in the 2025 budget year. However, like every other Senatorial district, implementation remains tied to delayed fund releases from the appropriate agencies. Once the federal disbursements are made, the people of Plateau North will witness a flood of constituency projects aimed at upliftment, empowerment, and development.

Accessibility is not a trait to be faked — and Senator Mwadkon is living proof. From his participation in the North Central Senate Zonal Public Hearing on the Constitution Review at Crispan Hotel, Jos, to his ongoing oversight duties with the Senate Committee on Army in Maiduguri, he has shown up, stood up, and spoken up for his people.

He continues to support the state government, attend weddings and burials, pay sympathy visits, and engage in strategic dialogues in Abuja and at home. His commitment to securing NEMA intervention for victims of herder attacks in Plateau North is a testament to his forward-thinking leadership.

We therefore appeal to all — the political class, civil society, our youth, and the grassroots — to allow him the space and time to fully settle into this role. The harvest is only possible after sowing, and the seeds have indeed been planted.

Let us not be deceived by those already eyeing the 2027 Senatorial seat — those who weaponize impatience to poison the well of progress. Let us not allow ambition to overshadow reason, nor let our youth be used as pawns in a game that risks sacrificing tomorrow for the frustration of today.

We must not throw away the baby with the bathwater. Instead, let us watch, support, and hold our Senator accountable — with understanding, not malice. For in unity and patience, Plateau North shall rise stronger.

08/07/2025

RT. HON. NAANLONG DANIEL GAPYIL VISITS KEY SECURITY AGENCIES IN PLATEAU STATE

By Nanyah Daman, David Kazi, Justin Jattim, Michael Nangwang, Anastasia Jatbyen, Vanessa Timbyen, Danladi Nanman, Gwakzing Hosea and Peter Okuku, Jos.

In a significant demonstration of his administration's commitment to collaborative governance, Rt. Hon. Naanlong Daniel Gapyil,the newly elected Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, has embarked on a series of courtesy visits to pivotal security agencies in Plateau State.

During these visits, Rt. Hon. Naanlong Daniel engaged in fruitful discussions with the Plateau DSS Office Boss, Plateau Civil Defense Commandant, and the Commissioner of Police, Plateau State Command, with the objective of fostering robust relationships between the legislative arm and security agencies.

The visits highlight the critical importance of synergy between the Plateau State House of Assembly and law enforcement agencies, and were designed to promote peace, security, and development in Plateau State.

Through these interactions, Rt. Hon. Naanlong Daniel reaffirmed his administration's dedication to collaborative governance and its resolve to work assiduously with security agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of Plateau State citizens.

07/07/2025

NTA NEWS ON THE PRESENTATION OF THE MOVEMENT FOR THE CREATION OF LOWLAND STATE WITH HEADQUARTERS IN TUNKUS AND OTHERS AT THE PUBLIC HEARING IN JOS ON SATURDAY 5TH JULY, 2025

06/07/2025

2025 NORTH CENTRAL ZONE CONSTITUTION REVIEW COMMITTEE:MUTFWANG HARPS ON STATE POLICE, GENDER INCLUSION AND FISCAL FEDERALISM IN JOS.

DAMAN SUBMITS MOVEMENT FOR THE CREATION OF LOWLAND STATE MEMO AMIDST JUBILATION.

By Nanyah Daman, David Kazi, Justin Jattim, Michael Nangwang, Anastasia Jatbyen, Vanessa Timbyen, Danladi Nanman, Gwakzing Hosea, Peter Okuku and Bulus Daniel, Jos.

His Excellency Barr Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, the Executive Governor of Plateau State and the Leader of the Time is Now Administration and the Land is Green has harped on the inclusion of the State Police,Gender inclusion in the State Houses of Assembly and the National Assembly and practical fiscal federalism in the the amendments to the 1999 constitunal alterations for good governance.

Mutfwang made this declaration at the two-day North Central Zonal Public Hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution which commenced on Friday, July 4, 2025 to the 5th July, 2025, in Jos.

The Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, made the compelling case for far-reaching constitutional reforms to reflect the evolving realities of the Nigerian federation.

The North Central Zone public hearing was held at Crispan Hotel, Jos. The hearing brought together delegates and stakeholders from the six North Central states of Nasarawa, Kwara, Kogi, Benue, Niger, and Plateau as well as the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

The event is part of the broader national constitutional review process driven by the National Assembly. The Senate Sub-Committee, led by Deputy Senate Leader, Senator Ashiru Oyelola Yisa, presided over the hearing, which seeks to gather citizens’ input to shape a more inclusive, responsive, and enduring national document.

In his remarks, Senator Ashiru described the public hearing as a vital platform for strengthening democratic governance and addressing the nation’s structural challenges.
“This exercise is designed to engender good governance, strengthen institutions, and promote our national aspirations,” he stated. “It is a direct response to increasing public concerns over the structure and function of our national framework.”

Declaring the hearing open, Governor Mutfwang emphasized the historical significance of Plateau State as a cradle of democratic discourse and urged Nigerians to seize the opportunity to make bold and constructive contributions to national development.Governor Mutfwang’s words,
“This review gives us a unique window to influence the Constitution so that it reflects our collective hopes, protects our rights, and moves us toward shared prosperity,” he said.

The Governor highlighted several priority areas for urgent reform, notably the establishment of State Police to address the country’s worsening security challenges.
“We must face the reality that a centralized police structure can no longer effectively secure our communities. It is time to decentralize policing and empower states to take direct responsibility for internal security,” he declared.

Governor Mutfwang also made a passionate appeal for gender inclusion, stressing the need for constitutional provisions that recognize and elevate the contributions of women to national development.
“We must constitutionally accommodate the gifts and leadership capacity that God has placed in our women,” he noted.

Other critical areas the Governor advocated for included,fiscal federalism, allowing subnational governments greater autonomy over resources within their domains,recognition of traditional institutions as indispensable partners in governance, peacebuilding, and community development.

Other areas Governor Mutfwang harped upon were inclusion of Persons Living with Disabilities (PWDs) in governance structures and national development planning.

“Throughout our history, Nigerians have demonstrated resilience and a consistent desire to improve the structure of our nation. Now is the time to act with courage and clarity of purpose to shape a Constitution that truly serves all citizens,” Mutfwang said.

He further charged lawmakers to carry out their assignment with patriotism and vision, cautioning against tribal or partisan interests that could undermine the integrity of the process.
“The Constitution we reform today will determine the future our children will inherit.”

Earlier, the Senate delegation paid a courtesy visit to Governor Mutfwang at the Government House, Little Rayfield, to formally notify him of their mission and seek the state’s support in mobilizing stakeholders for effective engagement.

The public hearing continued on Saturday,5th July, 2025 with memoranda from civil society organizations, women’s groups, professional bodies, faith-based organizations, and traditional rulers.

Also in attendance were Plateau State’s three Senators,Diket Plang,Pam Dachungyang Mwadkon and Simon Bako Lalong representing the Central, North, and Southern zones respectively, who joined the Senate delegation in this important National assignment and constitutional review effort.

Chief Amb Nanyah Andrew Daman(JP)anipr, the Jarumin Jat, the Secretary of the Movement for the Creation of Lowland State, representing Hon Williams Audu Wokyit, the Chairman of the Movement for the Creation of Lowland State out of the present Plateau State, presented their memo to the August committee at the Crispan Hotel Jos amidst cheers and jubilations by those at the public hearing.

06/07/2025

PROF PATRICIA LAR STABILISING YAKUBU GOWON VARSITY – TABITHA GOSELLE.

Acting Vice Chancellor of the Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja, Professor Patricia Lar, has remained focused on her core mandate, stabilising the university and preparing it for a future defined by integrity, merit and institutional harmony despite distractions, an Abuja-based public affairs analyst, Tabitha Goselle, has said.

Speaking with Newsmen yesterday, Goselle said Prof. Patricia Lar had demonstrated that leadership in crisis is not just about occupying an office, but about responding with wisdom, justice and vision.

Speaking against the backdrop of recent developments at the university, Goselle said Prof. Lar had listened with empathy and swiftly corrected injustices, as long-denied staff promotions had been restored, and students who had been muzzled were now finding their voice with a credible democratically elected representative students’ leadership in place.

“Her familiarisation tour across faculties and departments unearthed years of neglect, favoritism in promotions, accommodation racketeering and the complete erosion of students unionism. She did not arrive with blaring sirens or lofty promises,” Goselle said.

She said under Prof. Lar, a well-organised election was carried out in the university senate where people of integrity emerged victorious to represent the university community in positioning it with a renewed sense of purpose.

“She listened, consulted and made tough but fair decisions. Her calm, firm and inclusive style is gradually restoring the institution’s pride and institutional balance.

“Even as political undercurrents continue to swirl and some actors attempt to muddy the waters, it is clear that the majority within the university now look to the future with cautious optimism. The distractions of petitions, real or concocted, cannot erase the visible results of the acting vice chancellor’s leadership,” Goselle said.

She added that Professor Lar may have come into office in the heat of adversity, but was steadily turning turmoil into triumph, and her stewardship was signifying a breath of fresh air.

03/07/2025

PLATEAU PRODUCTIVE PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION WARMLY WELCOMES FIRST LADY SEN OLUREMI TINUBU AND THANKS HER FOR DONATING N1BN TO VICTMS OF ATTACKS.

The National Chairman of the Plateau Productive Publishers Association,Chief Amb Nanyah Andrew Daman(JP) anipr,Jarumin Jat and the Group Managing Editor of the NewsGate Magazine, the NewsCrest Newspaper and the NewsGate TV warmly welcomes the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu to the Home of Peace and Tourism and the handsome donation of One Billion Naira (N1bn) to the victims of attacks.

We pray that may our Lord Jesus Christ of Nazareth give her long life and prosperity in good health to serve humanity better.

First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu loves the people of Plateau State very much and is always available to lend her shoulders to the bereaved and assaulted.

We join millions of well wishers in thanking you for your kind gestures always.

Signed:

Hon Daniel Kura,
(Publisher of News Parrot Newspaper)
Public Relations Officer,
Plateau Productive Publishers Association.

29/06/2025

URGENT MESSAGE FROM THE HAUSA PEOPLE OF NIGERIA TO PRESIDENT AHMED BOLA TINUBU REGARDING FULANI INFLUENCE AND INDIGENOUS REPRESENTATION

27 June, 2025
Our Message to President Ahmed Bola Tinubu.

The Hausa people of Nigeria are notifying you of the Danger, Mistake, and Misleading Fulani who are pushing you to their MIYETTI-ALLAH GROUP, KAUTAL H**E & PULAKO INTERNATIONAL Agenda to Fulani-ize Nigeria into Usman Dan-Fodio's 1804 Jihad Caliphate. The Fulanis love to convince you to drop your native indigenous Kanuri Vice and pick a Fulani enemy of Nigerian progress for the 2027 Presidential Contest. Sir, this will be the great and unforgivable sin you will commit against all Nigeria and Africa at large. Fulanis are invaders; they only use politics, positions, and leadership power to enslave all indigenous Nigerians. We, the Hausa people, have put much effort into supporting your 2023 contest by voting for you. I, Kalthum Alumbe Jitami, personally went around campaigning for your success in Hausa-Land to the Hausa people, while at that time the Fulani planned tricks against you. They expected Atiku Abubakar of the PDP to win, but the Hausa (7) seven states: KANO, KATSINA, KADUNA, KEBBI, SOKOTO, JIGAWA & ZAMFARA, all voted for you, and in the end, you refused to recognize the native indigenous Hausa people in your appointed positions. You gave all the Hausa people positions to the Fulani Elite, and they are disrupting your Government by supporting banditry, kidnapping, and killings for a cleansing plan to dominate indigenous people. Now you are planning to pick a running mate from the same Fulani that wishes for your failure.

Moreover, since then, the Fulanis have not been happy with the 2023 election, as their target plan for the opposition Fulani man Atiku Abubakar was to win, not you, a native Nigerian from the Yoruba tribe with a Kanuri vice. But unfortunately, the same Fulanis convinced you to abandon the Hausa people and all other real Nigerian indigenous peoples. You have also surrounded your government with the Fulanis as follows:
• RABIU KWANKWASO (TARGET 2027 V.P) New expected Running Mate
• NUHU RIBADU (SECURITY ADVISER)
• BELLO MATAWALLE (MINISTER OF DEFENSE)
• ABUBAKAR BADARU (MINISTER OF DEFENSE)

The most dangerous, more than Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai, is Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, including Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, and Sultan Sa’adu Abubakar of Sokoto, followed by the religious leaders and traditional leaders in Hausa land, most of whom are Fulanis claiming to be Hausas in terms of position or power snatching, and they are not Hausas.

Therefore, most of the Hausa elite are not recognized by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s Government; we don’t know why. Is it our silence? But we now voice out to face Fulani invaders who claim most of our belongings. Now we need our possessions, and the Presidency should know that the Hausa people have the highest population to choose who is going to win the election. Fulanis are a minority and of non-Nigerian origin; they are jihadists invited by Usman Danfodio in the year 1804. Their history in Nigeria, with no heritage, is only 220 years. We now reject Fulani out of our heritage.

Hausas are completely different from Fulanis; there is nothing like two joined tribes as one; we are not the same. The Hausa are the real indigenous owners of Hausaland, and we must control ourselves; we are capable of it. We will come out massively to contest for all our political seats from Governors to Councilors in our original Hausaland.

Hoping the awakening of the Hausas will brighten the light for all indigenous Nigerian tribes to value our cultural heritage. We are all wise enough to face the reality as we now know the value of ourselves.

Thanks.

Jaruma Hausa
Kalthum Alumbe Jitami

Visit our website www.KasarHausa24.com

Guguwar Hausawa Tsantsa Movement.

26/06/2025

NKLANG O’TAROK GA LIRYEM AND PLATEAU PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION HEARTILY CONGRATULATES OUR HARDWORKING MEMBER, MR.DAVID KAZI NANYAH ON THE AUSPICIOUS OCCASION OF HIS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS.ON WEDNESDAY 26TH JUNE, 2025.

The National Coordinator of Nklang O’Tarok Ga Liryem and the National Chairman of the Plateau Publishers Association, Chief Amb Nanyah Andrew Daman (JP)anipr,Jarumin Jat, Group Managing Editor of the NewsGate Magazine,the NewsCrest Newspaper and the NewsGate TV heartily congratulates our hardworking member , Mr David Kazi Nanyah, the Publisher and Blogger of the Ace News Online and the Chief Communication Officer of One Acre Nigeria, a prominent member of the Nklang and the Association on the auspicious occasion of his birthday celebration today Wednesday 26th June, 2025.

We wish you the wisdom of King Solomon, the strength of King David and the long life of Prophet Enoch to achieve the purpose for which you were created by our Lord Jesus Christ of Nazareth and God Almighty.

The Lords blessings,Grace, love, favour, mercies and peace is what we wish you today and always.

Once more,do accept our warm felicitations and hearty congratulations on the special day of your birth from all of us at Nklang O’Tarok Ga Liryem and the Plateau Publishers Association

Signed:

Chief Amb Nanyah Andrew Daman (JP)anipr ,
Jarumin Jat and Group Managing Editor of NewsGate Magazine, the NewsCrest Newspaper and the NewsGate TV,
National Coordinator of
Nklang O'Tarok Ga Liryem and the Plateau Publishers Association.

25/06/2025

WELCOME ADDRESS DELIVERED BY THE HON. COMMISSIONER, MINISTRY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CHIEFTAINCY AFFAIRS, CHIEF EPHRAIM USMAN GAR AT THE 5-DAY PLATEAU STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCILS EXECUTIVE RETREAT HELD ON THE 23RD – 27TH JUNE, 2025, AT MIANGO REST HOME, MIANGO WITH THE THEME: “THAT PLATEAU MAY SHINE”.

PROTOCOL:

It is with immense gratitude to God Almighty and profound humility that I stand before you today to welcome you all to this significant 5-Day Plateau State Local Government Councils Executive Retreat, with the theme: “That Plateau May Shine”.

On behalf of the Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, I extend my warm and heartfelt welcome to each and every one of you, particularly our visionary leader, His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang whose unwavering commitment to the progress of Plateau State has inspired this gathering.

Your Excellency, your presence here underscores the priority your administration places on grassroot governance and the pivotal role of Local Government Councils in delivering the dividends of democracy to our people. We are deeply honoured and motivated by your leadership, which continues to set a transformative agenda for our beloved State.
This retreat is a strategic platform designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and capacity-building among our Local Government Executives. Over the next five days, we will engage in robust discussions, share insights and chart a roadmap towards strengthening governance at the grassroots level. Our theme: “That Plateau May Shine”, is a clarion call to action – a reminder of our collective responsibility to ensure that every community in Plateau State enjoy the light of progress, peace and prosperity.

Your Excellency, distinguished participants, the challenges before us are real, but so are the opportunities. This retreat provides a unique opportunity to reflect on our mandates, align with the State’s policy trust of “The Time Is Now” mantra, and equip ourselves with the tools needed to deliver impactful governance. I urge all of us to approach these sessions with open minds, ready to learn, unlearn, and relearn, as we work towards building a Plateau that shines in unity, development and good governance.

I must commend the Executive Chairmen of our 17 Local Government Councils for their dedication to service. Your role as the closes tier of government to the people places a great responsibility on your shoulders and this retreat is tailored to empower you to excel in that role. I also extend my appreciation to our esteem resource persons, who will guide us through these sessions with their expertise, and also appreciate Bassa Local Government Council for hosting this August retreat.

As we commence this retreat, let us be guided by a shared vision of a Plateau State where all Local Governments become models of excellence and catalyst for Plateau to shine.

Thank you and God bless.

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