The Age Newspaper Online

The season of Ramadan Fast is here again, a time of spiritual journey for self-purification, gratitude and compassion for all Muslims.  I hereby on behalf myself, family and Consolidation for Greater Plateau, extend our best wishes for the Ramadan Fast to all Muslim Ummah.  May you all experience divine purification and enjoy the blessings associated with the Ramadan Fast.  As you proceed, remember the poor and needy, show compassion and assist them with all things that are required for the fast to ameliorate their plight; and pray fervently for our dear country, for our leaders and the governed so that we can as a nation weather the storm and overcome our challenges.  I commend those traders who reduced the prices of foodstuff to ease the hardship during the fasting period. This will go a long way in cushioning the plight of the needy; and may the reduction in foodstuff prices subsist beyond the Ramadan Fast.  I wish all Muslim Ummah a peaceful and...

The remains of the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Duncan Group of Companies, Dr Godfrey Bawa Shitgurum has been laid to rest in his country home in Kwande, Qua'an-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau state. The philanthropist and industrialist,  who was also a gubernatorial aspirant under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party , PDP, in the 2019 general elections in Plateau State, died at the age of 68. Bawa was laid to rest at the premises of the Peter Bawa and Anna Memorial Hospital, a project he built for his community and named after his parents. In his homily, the Vicar General, Catholic Archdiocese of Jos Monsignor Cletus Gotan, at the funeral Mass at St. John Mary Vianney Catholic Church, Kwande; urged wealthy Nigerians to use their resources in assisting the less privileged as well as develop their communities. Monsignor Gotan, charged Christians to be ready for death, which he said comes like a thief without any notice, and tasked Nigerians no...

: The National President of Amper Old Students Association (AMOSA), Honourable Abu Nimmyil, has emphasized the need to reopen Grade 2 Teachers Colleges. This call was made during a crucial meeting with alumni members to discuss strategies for reopening the colleges. Nimmyil attributed the decline in educational standards to the proliferation of "Miracle Centers" or examination-passing centers. He argued that these centers have become a haven for unqualified teachers who obtain certificates without rigorous teaching. The National President explained that the scrapping of Grade 2 Teachers Colleges has led to a shortage of qualified teachers in primary schools. He emphasized that the colleges played a crucial role in training teachers equipped with the methodology of early child education. Nimmyil expressed optimism that the government will revisit the policy and reopen the Grade 2 Teachers Colleges. He acknowledged the efforts of Mr. Shabul Mazadu, an ace journalist...

The lingering power tussle bedeviling the Plateau Publishers Association (PPA) with hope flickers in a distance and seems to have a tangible hope in sight with the current revelation of who seems to be fueling the problem fragmenting the once homogeneous group, Shabul Mazadu, the former chairman of the association, the current chairman of the Independent Publishers Association (IPA), and the publisher of The Beacon Newspaper, pinpointing the architect of the leadership wrangling and other pertinent issues. Enjoy the excerpts: Question: the Socal media was awash with the title, Nanyah Daman not the problem of PPA but Dan Bok, can you tell us more about this. Mazadu: You see, there's a bid difference between PIPA and PPA, you know PIPA came before PPA and PIPA was scrabbed, all other factions of the Publishers on the Plateau was scrabbed when Joe Ari call us and told us to merge and be one body. So that new body was Plateau Publishers Association, it is just like a new bo...

By Nanyah Daman, David Kazi, Justin Jattim, Michael Nangwang, Anastasia Jatbyen, Vanessa Timbyen, Nanpon Maigemu, Nanzing Zingkong, Danladi Nanman, Jatdul Jerry, Daniel Kura, Charles Amedu & Asile Abel,Jos.  The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa has said the Nigeria Military has lost a mentor and a role model in person of Lieutenant General Jeremiah Useni (rtd), who has impacted many generations during his life time. Speaking at a service of songs in honour of Late Lieutenant General Jeremiah Useni (rtd), held on Thursday 20th February, 2025 at the Headquarters of the Church of Christ in Nations, (COCIN) Compound Church in Jos, the Plateau State capital, the Chief of Defence Staff described the late Useni as a dedicated statesman. “Jeremiah Useni was not just a military officer, he was a symbol of excellence, discipline and service to our beloved nation. His life was a testament of loyalty, courage and selflessness.” Said the CDS. While undersco...

The Chief Executive Officer, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, IHVN, and Plateau State Labour Party, LP, governorship candidate in the 2023 general elections, has congratulated two of his team members, Mrs. Mariam Abdullahi and Shabul Mazadu, on their elevation to Chartered President, Highrise Rotary Club Abuja, and the conferment of Plateau Man of the Year Awards Newspaper Publisher of the year 2024.  Dakum said, "I can't thank you all enough for your dedication to teamwork during and after the 2023 general elections. Teamwork makes the dream work. Mariam served me diligently as my Campaign Protocol Officer, while Mazadu as my Media Consultant to this very day. I sincerely appreciate you both, and can't wait to see what you can do next!” While felicitating with them on behalf of his wife, Mrs. Sarah Dakum and the entire members of his campaign team, Consolidation for Greater Plateau, Dakum prays for their perpetual acceleration to greater heights and for th...

Plateau State University Bokkos has initiated the process for automating its library system. The project is sponsored by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) under its 2024 "Intervention for Library Development" program. It involves restocking libraries with assorted books and installing cutting-edge ICT equipment within the university’s library. The bid process began on February 17 with the opening of technical bids from various contractors, following TETFund's approval in principle last December. The university advertised the contract in at least two national dailies for six weeks, attracting bids from over eight contractors. A statement signed by Masara Kim ,the acting Public Relations Officer Plateau State University Bokkos reads that the acting Vice Chancellor Prof. Shedrack Best, represented by Damul Mikat Bulus, Head of the Procurement Unit, assured prospective contractors of a transparent selection process.  "We will evaluate your capacity ...

It is with a heavy heart on behalf of my humble self and the entire Nimbar community members home and in diaspora  send our heartfelt empathy to the family of late Dist Sen Useni, the Tarok Nation, Plateau state and Nigerians world over, on the unfortunate death of a well revered and noble elder statesman, father and stakeholder, Lt. Gen. Jeremiah Timbut Useni.Rtd. Useni was a true patriot and a good ambassador of Plateau, both nationally and internationally, seeing from his projection of core values of discipline, integration, hospitality, hard-work and inclusivity of the state in the discharge of all his assigned tasks, both in the Military and during his democratic sojourn leaving an indelible legacies written on the sands of time.  His sagacious and pragmatic approach to governance when he was Governor former Bendel State, Senator of the Federal Republic, former  Minister for FCT  Federal Capital Territory, Abuja,and his remarkable feats and records i...

On behalf of myself and family, we express our sincere heartfelt condolences to the entire Usenis on the sudden death of a patriarch, an elder statesman and a role model to many during his life time. Farewell to a soldier and more. Fare thee well to the land beyond. You were not just a soldier but a philanthropist to the core. You served the nation and your people gallantly  Your legacies are forever embedded in life's history. You came, you saw and you conquered. Your contributions in military and democratic administration in nation building is worthy of emulation. Nigeria, plateau and the Tarok nation will miss your wise counsel, especially now that is needed most. I pray to God to repose your soul and grant you eternal rest with your maker. Good night sardaunan plateau and nassarawa states. ADIEU BABA MAI TUWO E-Signed. Hon Audu Dorzhi & Family.(Commissioner PLASIEC ).

In a bid to foster a stronger relationship between the community and the police, Councillor representing Zawan B Ward of Jos South Local Government Area, Hon Alex Isaac Dagul and elders of the community paid a courtesy visit to the Anglo Jos Divisional Police Officer. (DPO)  The successful visit aimed to discuss security concerns, promote community policing, and explore ways to improve safety in the area.  The Divisional Police Officer Inalegwu Okoh, warmly received the Councillor and his entourage, expressing appreciation for their efforts in promoting community policing. During the meeting, the Honourable Councillor and elders commended the Divisional Police Officer for maintaining law and order in the community.  They also discussed pressing security issues, including crime prevention, public safety, and community policing. The Divisional Police Officer assured the community leaders that he would address their concerns and ensure the community's safety. The...

The Grain Processors and Allied Farmers Association has flagged off sales of improved maize seedlings and other assorted farm inputs preparatory to the 2025 farming season. Performing the flag off ceremony at the association's office in Langtang North, the Plateau State chairman of the association, who doubles as the National Vice President, Mr Naphtali Nankpak Tali, enjoined farmers to take advantage of the variety of services offered by the association in order to improve their farm yields, so as to curb the upsurge of food scarcity affecting a large chunk of Nigerian citizenry. Speaking to the thunderous applause of farmers from various communities of Plateau state who had used the products in the previous farming season and attested to its efficacy, Mr Tali said his association will continue to help peasant farmers to break the circle of poverty through improved farm inputs that would guarantee bountiful harvest. He said the NPK 15-15-15 variant of the a...

It is with a heavy heart I send our heartfelt condolences to the Usenis, Tarok Nation, Plateau and the entire country over the demise of a well admired and respected elder statesman, father and stakeholder, Lt. Gen. Jeremiah Timbut Useni.Rtd. Sardaunan plateau and Nassarawa states. Senator Useni was a true patriotic ambassador of  both nationally and internationally as he projected the  values of discipline, integration, hospitality, hard-work and ingenuity of the state in the discharge of his assigned assignments and personal activities both in the Military and his democratic participation, leaving an indelible legacies written his name  on golden sands of time.  His astute and pragmatic approach to governance when he was Governor former Bendel State,  former  Minister for FCT  Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Dist Senator Federal Republic of Nigeria and his remarkable strides in the Nigeria economy and democracy are worthy of  emula...

Chief Amb Nanyah Andrew Daman, the National Chairman of the Plateau Publishers Association,on behalf of members heartily congratulates Rt Hon Joyce Ramnap on her well deserved appointment, swearing in and assumption of office as the Honourable Commissioner of Information and Communications in the Plateau State Executive Council by 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 on Tuesday 4th February,2025. We in the PPA pray that may the good Lord give you the wisdom of King Solomon, the strength and encouragement of queen Esther and the long life of prophet Enoch to serve humanity better in good health. Once more accept our hearty congratulations as you settle down to unite the media on the Plateau and not polarise them like in the immediate past. Signed: Hon Daniel Kura, Public Relations Officer, Plateau Publishers Association.

  The National Chairman of Plateau Publishers Association (PPA),Chief Amb Nanyah Andrew Daman (JP)anipr, Jarumin Jat,the Group Managing Editor of the NewsGate Magazine and the NewsCrest Newspaper on behalf of the Publishers, Editors-in Chief, Bloggers and Handlers of the NewsGate Magazine, the NewsCrest Newspaper, Ace News Online, Reliable and Factual News Online, JatHotNews Newspaper, Frank News Magazine, Emerald Magazine, Trust News Online, Prompt News Online and the News Scribe Online warmly salutes and felicitates with Hon Ayuba Salihu Musa, the Executive Chairman of Kanam LGC on the auspicious occasion of his birthday celebration today 6th February, 2025. We in PPA wish you a very wonderful and memorable birthday celebrations.  Once more accept our warm salutations and hearty congratulations.  Signed: Hon Daniel Kura,  Public Relations Officer,  Plateau Publishers Association.

The Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency  Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has reshuffled his Commissioners with Rt Hon Joyce Lohya Ramnap heading the Ministry of Information and Communication.  Barr Philemon Dafi, Hon Ephraim Usman, Hon Grace Shwarta Dongkum, Hon Lawandi Datti retained their positions in the Ministries of Justice, Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Finance and Water Resources and Energy respectively.  Performing the ceremony at the New Government House, Little Rayfield, Jos, Governor Mutfwang emphasized that the new government officials were carefully selected to drive the development agenda of his The Time is Now administration. As part of ongoing reforms to enhance governance, the Governor announced the merger of Secondary and Tertiary Education into a single ministry and the creation of a Ministry of Livestock Development,  Veterinary Services and Fisheries to ensure the efficient management of the livestock sector...

By Marawes Jonathan  The Executive Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Council, Hon. Amalau Samuel Amalau, has officially dissolved the Revenue Task Force as part of ongoing reforms to enhance revenue collection and financial management within the local government area. In a statement released by the council, Hon. Amalau emphasized that the decision was taken to improve efficiency and transparency in revenue collection. The task force, which was established by a previous resolution, is now formally disbanded, and all members are required to submit a final report to the council. Effective immediately, all duties and responsibilities of the task force members are terminated, and a new revenue strategy will be announced in due course. The council reassures residents that these measures are aimed at streamlining revenue processes, preventing irregularities, and ensuring accountability in the management of local government funds. A revised framework for revenue collection wi...

The globe marks World Cancer Day, today, 4th February, 2025. In light of this, Professor of Epidemiology and Public Health, School of Medicine Maryland University Baltimore, USA; the Chief Executive Officer, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, IHVN, and Plateau State Labour Party, LP, governorship candidate in the 2023 general elections, Professor Patrick Sunday Dakum, has lamented the acceleration of cancer in the country which 127, 763 new cases are recorded annually alongside 79,542 deaths yearly. Dakum said cancer is one of the fastest growing killer non-communicable diseases in Nigeria with few diagnose centres where some lack cutting edge equipment and no oncologists. He said the scarcity of screening, medication centers and oncologists, led to exorbitance in the treatment running into millions of naira which only the rich find it easy to treat, but the poor have to seek help which if little comes by, they end up suffering colossally and dying. The former Plateau State Commissio...

A 22-year-old woman identified as Faith Sunday, has been arrested in Lagos for selling her one-year-old for N1.5 million to save herself from dying as a result of hunger. Faith was arrested along with seven other members of a child-trafficking syndicate by detectives from the headquarters of Zone 2 Police Command in the Onikan area of Lagos led by Ngozi Braide. In her confessional statement to the police, Faith said: “I sold my son in September 2024 to a buyer through Mrs Ibezim Chioma and one Sunday Okputu. “The buyer, who resides somewhere in Alissa area of Ikeja, paid N1.5 million. Hunger forced me to sell my child to the syndicate. I want to invest the money in a business.” The Deputy Commissioner of Police in-charge of Zonal Anti-Crime Unit, Zone 2, Onikan, Lagos, DCP Ajao S. Adewale, who paraded the suspects at the weekend, said the arrest followed an intelligence received by the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), Adegoke Fayoad. Adewale disclosed that based...

The Executive Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Council, Hon. Amalau Samuel Amalau, has congratulated Great 51 (G51) on their one-year anniversary, commending the group’s dedication to youth empowerment and community development. Represented by his Chief of Staff,Hon Luka Yavuruk praised G51 during the anniversary celebration held at Bishop Court, Jenta Adamu, Jos North LGA, urging the group to continue championing positive change within society. He emphasized the crucial role of youth organizations in shaping a progressive future and encouraged G51 members to remain ambassadors of constructive transformation in Plateau State. The Executive Chairman also expressed his deep appreciation for the group’s unwavering support during and after his election, recognizing their commitment to the development of Bokkos LGA and the state at large. The anniversary celebration further reinforced the strong partnership between Hon. Amalau’s administration and youth organizations, reflect...

      The Plateau Initiative for the Development and Advancement of the Natives (PIDAN) Plateau Central Zone has condemned in the strongest terms, the latest attacks on innocent citizens of Plateau state. The Central Zone chapter of PIDAN in a press statement signed by its secretary, Dr. Katkukah Danjuma Gokum noted that the recent round of attacks which was carried out specifically in Lihitlubang, Tyop, Tam and Chisu communities of Mangu local government area of Plateau state is senseless and heinous. The full text of the statement reads: PRESS RELEASE PLATEAU INITIATIVE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND ADVANCEMENT OF THE NATIVES ( PIDAN) PLATEAU CENTRAL ZONE CHAPTER CONDEMNS IN STRONG TERMS THE ATTACKS ON OUR PEOPLE IN LIHITLUBANG, TYOP, TAM AND CHISU COMMUNITIES OF MANGU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF PLATEAU STATE. PIDAN is shocked and deeply saddened by the senseless attacks on Lihitlubang, Tyop, Tam, and Chisu community of Mangu Local Government area of Plateau state o...

By Mapis Jonathan  The Executive Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Council, Hon. Amalau Samuel Amalau, alongside his team, attended the wedding ceremony of Mr. and Mrs. Bwehali John Maren at COCIN LCC New Layout, Bokkos. Delivering a goodwill message at the reception, Hon. Amalau congratulated the couple on their union, describing marriage as a significant and meaningful journey. He encouraged them to embrace love, tolerance, and forgiveness, emphasizing that these virtues are the foundation of a peaceful and lasting marriage. Among the distinguished guests who accompanied the Executive Chairman were: Hon. Jibrin Sule Dakup, Protocol Director to the Executive Governor of Plateau State;  Hon. Joseph Mahwel Wallangko, Deputy Chairman, Bokkos LGA; Hon. Pham. Mamot Nder Haruna, Principal Special Assistant on Media to the Governor of Plateau State; Hon. Jeremiah Kwankyes, Former PDP Chairman, Bokkos LGA among other dignitaries and well-wishers. Following the wedding, ...

The setback encountered which hampered the scheduled flag-off of Professor Patrick Sunday Dakum's foundation in November 2024, is finally over, thus paving way for the take-off soon. The setback which was occasioned by the change of the previous name, 'Patrick Sunday Dakum Community Development Foundation' to 'Patrick Sunday Dakum Foundation', which delayed the completion of the registration with Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC, has finally gotten node from the Commission via the issuance of operational certificate pivoted by eligibility through attainment of requirements for the enrollment. The certificate was issued yesterday 31st January, 2025.  The Foundation has named the following as its trustees:  Fadimatu Salihu Mishara, Grace Gajere Adamu, Patrick Sunday Dakum, Amaechi Dennis Morde, Hosea Sukkushe and Jonathan Merpring Gukut,  The aims and objectives of the Patrick Sunday Dakum Foundation are: 1) Provide Scholarship to students from disadvanta...

The people of Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, have benefited from a one day medical outreach organized by the Councillor Representing Zawan B Ward constituency, Hon Alex Isaac Dagul, to enhance the well being of the people. While speaking, Hon Alex Isaac Dagul said, “You know there's this common statement that says health is wealth. So we intend to bring this to their doorstep since we're their representative at the council, most especially to those who are not financially capable that can access hospital thats why we're doing this free medical outreach for them and to mark our 100 days in office. Not just this alone, we have other project that we commissioned today too, that is solar powered street lights.” he said.  Dagul, who is also the committee Chairman on Poverty Alleviation added that, “we have four types of different tests that we are conducting today including, hepatitis, HIV, Tuberculosis and Malaria and there are vaccines for hepati...

Chief Dennis Danladi Yillah has described the death of Late Gen. JT Useni as a collosal loss that hits devastatingly, with an excruciating sting that would take a long time to heal. Describing Useni as the architect of modern Federal Capital Territory, Yillah advocates for the naming of an important national monument after JT Useni in the FCT, as a way of immortalizing his legacies and a mark of respect for the achievements he had recorded while serving as the FCT minister. While sending out his condolences to the immediate family, the government and people of Plateau State and Nigerians in general over the loss, Yillah prayed for the repose of the soul of the late patriarch of the Useni dynasty. He charged the family to immortalize the fallen hero by sustaining his philanthropic legacies. The Europe based business mogul charged  the governor of Plateau State, Barr Caleb Mutfwang, to reflect on the legacies of the late General as a morale booster to meet the yearnings a...