Jang, Sango, Useni sheathe sword as Plateau PDP holds Congress, gets new exco
By Marie-Therese Nanlong – Jos Former Governor of Plateau State, Jonah Jang has reiterated his resolve to work with the former Minister of FCT, Jeremiah Useni and former Minister of Sports, Damishi Sango to wrest power out of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC in the State. The trio had engaged in power tussle within […]
Plateau records 121 deaths from malaria
The Commissioner for Health in Plateau, Dr Nimkong Ndam, on Monday, said that the state recorded 121 deaths caused by malaria in 2020. Ndam disclosed this in an occasion to mark the 2021 World Malaria Day in Jos. The theme of this year’s world malaria day is “Zero Malaria: Draw the Line against Malaria.” He said […]
Plateau to ascertain actual number of civil servants — HoS
Plateau Government on Saturday said it is working to ascertain the actual number of civil servants in its employ. The new Head of Service (HoS), Mr Sunday Hyat, said this when the national executive of Gindiri Old Students Association (GOSA), his alma mater, visited him in Jos. He said: “Government is presently conducting an investigation towards […]
Breaking: Gunmen invade Plateau, open fire on villagers, kill six, injure many
By Marie-Therese Nanlong Fresh attack on Thursday night claimed six lives as gunmen opened fire on some villagers at Wereng village, Riyom local government area of Plateau State, killing six and injuring three villagers. The attack occurred at the time villagers returned from their day’s businesses and were preparing to retire for the night when […]
Military arrests 23 suspected kidnappers, armed robbers in Plateau
The Special Task Force, Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) maintaining peace in Plateau and parts of Kaduna and Bauchi states, has arrested 23 suspects over kidnapping, armed robbery, illegal possession of firearms, and other criminal activities. The Commander of the task force, Maj.-Gen. Dominic Onyemelu, presented the suspects to newsmen on Thursday in Jos. Onyemelu said […]
Shun drug abuse, other vices, former Plateau HoS advises youths
Former Head of Civil Service of Plateau, Mr Izam Azi, has urged youths in the state to shun drug abuse, cult activities, other crimes and social vices. Azi gave the advice at a reception organised to mark his 60th birthday celebration and retirement from service on Sunday in Jos. He also tasked the younger generation […]
