Month: April 2020

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GOV. LALONG RECEIVES SPEAKER FEMI GBAJABIAMILA, CONDOLES HIM OVER LOSS OF MOTHER INLAW


Plateau State Governor, Simon Bako Lalong on Sunday 12th April 2020 received Speaker, House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila who was in Jos to condole with the family of his wife over the loss of his mother-in-law, Mrs. Mildred Bisalla who died in Jos at the age of 83.

Governor Lalong who received the Speaker at the Government House Rayfield Jos, described the death of Mrs. Mildred Bisalla as a great loss to the Plateau State and Nigeria as she was an epitome of humility, service and godliness.

The Governor and Speaker later visited the residence of the deceased in Jos where they were received by her brother, Archbishop Benjamin Kwashi, Anglican Bishop of Jos Diocese.

Governor Lalong consoled the family and urged them to accept the loss as part of life, taking joy in the fact that the deceased lived a life of love and served her generation in many ways, leaving behind worthy legacies.

He said, “Mama has gone to be with the Lord and we have to accept her call to glory. She left at a time when we are facing very serious challenges with Corona Virus and we need people like them to give us hope and consolation based on their experiences of things that happened before, but unfortunately she has gone to be with the Lord Jesus Christ. Ours is to look at what she has done to emulate her and do better. May her soul rest in peace and may we be consoled”.

He also consoled the speaker for the loss and appreciated his early visit to sympathize with his in-laws and the people of Plateau State on the departure of Mama, saying the people of the State appreciate the visit.
Archbishop Benjamin Kwashi while responding on behalf of the family thanked the Governor Simon Lalong and Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila for their words of comfort at this difficult time when they are working hard to overcome the corona virus pandemic which is ravaging the world.
He said “Your Excellency Governor Lalong, you have beaten all protocols to visit us at this time when we are all battling to overcome this corona virus pandemic.

The family deeply appreciates this visit and we urge Nigerians to continue to support the Government.  I have the faith that somehow, the Lord will deliver us from the corona virus Pandemic. I was looking at the 1920 Spanish flu pandemic. It was reported that thousands died around neighbours of Jos, but the people were spared. God can still do this for us”.

He commended Speaker Gbajabiamila for standing up for the weak and urged him to continue to advocate the poor who are in majority. This he says is the only way Nigeria can be salvaged because God hearkens to the cries of the poor.

They later visited the mortuary at the Airforce Hospital Jos where the corpse of late Mildred Bisalla has been deposited.

A trained nurse, late Mrs. Mildred Bisalla was the wife of late General Iliya Bisalla. She was Founder of Plateau Nigerian Horticultural Society and a devout Christian who held various positions within the Anglican Church.
 
Dr. Makut Simon Macham, ANIPR
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
12th April 2020.

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Plateau State Bloggers and Online Media Association Felicitate with Christians

The Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association PLABOMA wish to felicitate with Christians on the occasion of the Easter celebration as it signifies one of the cardinal points of the Christian faith which is the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ.

This period calls for sober reflection as most Christians are forced to mark this 2020 Easter celebration indoors in an effort to curb the spread of COVID19 which has become a global Pandemic.

We want to use this opportunity to urge all Nigerians, especially Plateau citizens to remain thankful to God Almighty because the death and resurrection of our lord Jesus Christ has given us hope for eternity.

The coronavirus pandemic is a challenge to humanity as it has thrown the whole world to a state of confusion, but we urge all citizenry to continue in prayers while in adherence to government order and restrictions in other to help prevent the spread of COVID19 and turn down the curves in our Nation and the world at large.

As Bloggers and Online reporters, we wish to reaffirm our commitment to apt reportage devoid of fake news also commending the efforts of the State government led by Rt. Hon. Barr. Simon Bako Lalong for the proactive measures as the state is yet to record any case of COVID19. The fumigation exercise is also highly commendable as we have monitored the exercise in 6 Local Government Areas thus far, we hope that it will go a long way in preventing any resurgence of coronavirus and other deadly diseases on the Plateau.

We urge the general public to stay informed as covid19 is real and doesn’t respect religion, ethnic, social, economic, race or political status.

Stay at home and Stay safe.
Happy Easter

Matthew Tegha
Vice Chairman
Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association
12th April 2020

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PLATEAU STATE COMMISSIONER OF INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION PRAISES JOURNALISTS & FRONTLINE WORKERS ON COVID 19 CAMPAIGN.

The level of awareness on the coronavirus, COVID 19 compliance in Plateau State is attributed to the relentless effort of journalists, health workers, and the strategic mobilization of the Governor Simon Lalong led Rescue administration.

State Commissioner of Information and Communication Dan Manjang also appreciates Media organisations journalists in Plateau for deploying their resources and time in relaying Government and health experts advice on how to keep the disease at bay from the Plateau.

Not exempted from the commendation are bloggers and online publishers who have been up and doing in the race to keep Plateau state safe from the coronavirus pandemic.

Manjang said Government is happy with the role of traditional rulers and religious leaders who have suspended spiritual gatherings all in the bid to safe Plateau people from the pandemic.

He emphasized the contribution of volunteer quasi security agencies working with security organisations to ensure compliance.

The Commissioner said the oneness of purpose demonstrated by Plateau people in the containment of COVID 19 is the spirit that should bind the citizens now and always.

He assures that Governor Simon Lalong will continue to provide the enabling environment for unity of purpose and thank citizens for being foot soldiers of the COVID 19 campaign.

Manjang however warned that the battle is not yet over, stressing that citizens must remain vigilant.

Dan Manjang said Government is concerned about the health of Plateau citizens and the Rescue administration will do all it can to ensure the state remains free of the COVID 19 disease.

He noted that Government is not unmindful of the pain of the lockdown and assures the palliative promised by Governor Lalong will reach those who deserve them. He however implored citizens to, in the spirit of Easter reach out to those in need in their community.

Hon Dan Manjang
Commissioner
Ministry of Information & Communication
Plateau State.

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MUSIQ: MC Pee Ft JayD – Lacasa De Barras

When you think about the art of lyricism, word play and delivery on a song it will be hard to say you are not thinking MC PEE, this Wizard of sounds keeps wowing us with amazing music, even after being out of the scene for over two years, the “Cypher King”, Prolific and dexterous rapper cum content creator MC PEE dishes this “chune” titled LACASA DE BARRAS which is a Spanish phrase for “HOUSE OF BARS” and he features one of the most promising young talents from the city of Jos JAYD, the song is a fusion of hip hop, afro and trap and was produced by ace Nigerian producer HCIEN, this song would go at loggerheads with the best rap songs in the country at the moment and will be a song to beat.

MC PEE just raised the bar with this tune. Just download share and rebroadcast

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COVID-19: Three Pastors Sue Kenyan Govt Over Church Activities

In what seem to be a war on faith, science and the government, three pastors have sued Kenyan government after church services stopped operating due to the Coronavirus lockdown put in place to halt the spread of the deadly disease.

Justice James Makau of The High Court revealed on Friday that three pastors, Don Mutugi Majau, Joan Miriti, and Alex Gichunge sued the Interior, Health and ICT Cabinet Secretaries, the Attorney-General and the Inspector-General of Police.

According to Nairobi News, Justice Makau set the hearing for April 16 and ordered the pastors to give copies of the case documents to the sued parties before the close of business on April 14.

In the suit, the pastors acknowledge measures put in place by the government to stop the spread but argue that as the pandemic worsens, Kenyans will look to churches for solace.

They are protesting the directive against social gatherings that saw closure of churches, saying it was reached without consultations with relevant stakeholders.

The religious men also say the state imposed the curfew and the restriction on gatherings without consulting the church.

They said that if consultations had taken place, the public would have been sufficiently educated on social distancing and proper hygiene, peace, and unity would have been promoted and food drives would have been held for the sake of the less fortunate.

Their lawyer, John Swaka said: “The petitioners (and) other believers are in no way approaching this court in efforts to spread the coronavirus. Their sole wish is to congregate whilst adhering to the directive issued,”

He added, “The church’s role in such times is to give hope amid the crisis not only in this country but also in the world at large. They humbly seek the intervention of the court since their rights and freedoms are being infringed.”

The pastors further note that judges, doctors, and journalists are risking their lives to serve Kenyans and that pastors should be added to the list of essential service providers in the fight against the deadly disease.

The religious leaders note that their services can go on with those in attendance wearing masks and gloves and using hand sanitisers.

They want churches allowed to conduct services with leaders compelled to ensure members adhere to guidelines for curbing the spread of the virus.

The alternative, they say, is for the government to allow the broadcasting of services on specific days.

The case will be mentioned on April 16.

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COVID-19: NVRI Vom Is Now An Accredited Lab for COVID-19 Diagnostic Testing

The National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), VOM in Plateau state is now an accredited Laboratory for COVID-19 diagnostic testing, NVRI is one out of the 11 in the country presently accredited in carrying out diagnostics for the corona virus.

The history of the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI) Vom is synonymous with the history of animal production in Nigeria as one of the pioneer Veterinary Institutions in West Africa.

Development in the Colonial Period.

The scourge of Rinderpest was largely responsible for the establishment of veterinary services by the colonial powers in their colonies. The first panzootic of rinderpest in West Africa (1885-90) caused the death of 90% of the cattle population, and when it started to build up, the drought and famine of 1912-13 was followed by another wave of panzootic in 1913-14. The catastrophe precipitated in drastic reduction of cattle population from 9.01 million to 2.7 million. The Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria therefore decided to establish veterinary services as soon as possible, but exigencies of the First World War (1914-18) caused some delay.

A Veterinary Department with skeletal staff, under the leadership of Mr. F. R. Brandt, Chief Veterinary Officer, was established in 1913 with its headquarters at Zaria in the Northern Province.
The Veterinary Department actually took off from Foron District of Plateau State in 1921/1922 at Katra (for Cattle Ranch) in Simenti, after Mai-idontoro on Shen-Vat Road. Foron was hilly and unsuitable for pastoral growth required for cattle. The then Chief of Vwang (Vom) offered an alternative and attractive plain land at Vwang which is the present site of NVRI, Vom.
In 1924, the headquarters was relocated to Vom, in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State on Latitude 09° 44′ N and Longitude 08°45′ E with a physical feature of rocky granites of old volcanoes. The Institute occupies 20,719.5 hectares of land on which was erected infra-structures for laboratories, staff quarters and recreational facilities such as the Vom Club and Guest House established in the 1940s.

In February 1970, the Federal Military Government promulgated a Decree establishing the National Council for Science and Technology to oversee the affairs of the research institutes including the Federal Department of Veterinary Research. In accordance with the Agricultural Institutes Decree 35 of 1975, the department became autonomous and was renamed National Veterinary Research Institute with its own Governing Board.

Vaccine Development in NVRI
National Veterinary Research Institute produces 17 animal vaccines and 8 Ethno Veterinary products. The institute also have other products like Liquid Nitrogen, Kerosene egg incubators etc.

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MUSIQ: Mamson – Just [Hit by Craziebless]

Mamson CEO The Boss At Pyramid Hills Record And Alarmy Music.Singer,Rapper,Slugger,Dancer After a very long agonising wait he finally graced our ears with the new piece he worked on Which he dubbed “JUST” About A Private Personal Thing Between Him and His Woman.

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MUSIQ: Biq Sho’a – Baby Cardi [Prod. by Deece Emz]

Biq Sho’a one of the remarkable finest rising artist is set to thrill the whole universe with a brand new single tagged “Baby Cardi” a nice piece of tune well prepared for your listening produced by the incredible Deece Emz.

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