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Friday Bako partners MacArthur Foundation and CITAD, holds town hall meeting with influencers on COVID-19 vaccine safety & effectiveness

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Citizens have been encouraged to take the Covid-19 Vaccines uptake seriously as it is safe and effective.

This was made known today at a one-day town hall meeting with influencers on covid-19 vaccine safety & effectiveness held at Greatlinks Continental Hotel Hall Gold & Base, Plateau State.

The program which is part of project activities for Covid-19 Vaccine Public Awareness, Vaccines safety and effectiveness by Friday Bako with support from the MacArthur Foundation and the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD).

Comr Friday Bako, Implementing Partner of CITAD/MacArthur Foundation COVID-19 Vaccine Public Awareness Project, in his opening remark, said the town hall meeting was part of activities aimed at creating public awareness on the covid-19 vaccine and also an opportunity to reach out to marginalized groups, thereby raising ambassadors that will talk to others about the safety and effectiveness of the covid-19 Vaccines.

He noted that it was important to increase the vaccine uptake in the state as the only alternative to curb the dreaded covid-19 virus.

“The role of youth influencers in society can not be overlooked as they offer wider coverage, especially coming from communities where information dissemination is poor. The sensitization will help build them as ambassadors and when they go back to their communities, they will step down what they have heard about the covid-19 vaccine and make sure that there is a wide level of acceptability.” Comr Friday Bako further stated.

Mr. Tobias Choji, Chief Medical Laboratory Scientist at National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI) Vom Plateau State while delivering a Presentation on COVID-19 Vaccine Safety & Effectiveness, said that the Covid-19 Vaccines have been certified safe globally because it has passed through the different stages of a clinical trial.

He stated that during the clinical trial, the vaccine’s efficacy, and safety effectiveness is known before being sent to the public for general administration.

Mr Tobia, further noted that issuance of the vaccines was not something that was done within a small circle of people but has passed from local communities to regions to counties and continents with other organizations working with the WHO and the food and drug administration and other agencies, to ensure global standard and safety.

There was also a short drama presentation about the covid19 Vaccine safety, at the end of the town hall meeting, with many participants also attesting, that a lot of the misgivings and mistrust they earlier had about vaccination has been corrected.

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JOGAMA UNVEILS THE OFFICIAL THEME FOR THE 16TH EDITION OF THE JOINT GOSPEL ARTS AND MUSIC AWARDS (JOGAMA) 2026

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The Management of the Joint Gospel Arts and Music Awards (JOGAMA) is honoured to unveil the official theme for the 16th Edition of JOGAMA–The GREEN AWARDS 2026:
“A Sound That Cannot Be Silenced: Rooted in Faith, Rising in Influence.”

This year’s theme is inspired by the resilience of the Church in Northern Nigeria and the unwavering faith of countless believers who continue to worship, minister, and proclaim the Gospel despite persecution, insecurity, and other challenges confronting Christian communities.

Across many parts of Northern Nigeria, Christians have endured violence, displacement, intimidation, and the loss of loved ones. Yet, through every trial, the Church has continued to lift its voice in worship. Songs of hope still rise from congregations, the Gospel continues to be preached, and creatives remain committed to using their gifts to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ.

The theme is a declaration that no amount of opposition can silence the Gospel. The message of Christ has endured throughout history, overcoming persecution and hardship because it is founded on truth and sustained by God’s power.

As gospel creatives, we are called not only to produce excellent music and art but also to become voices of hope, healing, courage, and faith for a generation seeking light in difficult times. Our influence must be rooted in Christ, reflecting His love, truth, and redemption in every creative expression.

Speaking on the theme, the JOGAMA Management said:
“This theme is dedicated to every believer who has remained steadfast in the face of persecution, every worshipper who continues to sing despite sorrow, every minister who refuses to compromise the Gospel, and every creative who uses their gift to bring hope where there is despair. The Gospel cannot be silenced because Christ Himself is alive. As we remain rooted in faith, our influence will continue to rise, and the light of the Gospel will shine even brighter across Northern Nigeria and beyond.”

The 2026 JOGAMA–GREEN AWARDS will celebrate gospel creatives whose lives and works reflect courage, excellence, faithfulness, and unwavering commitment to advancing God’s Kingdom.

As preparations begin for the 16th edition, JOGAMA calls on churches, ministries, gospel artistes, filmmakers, dancers, spoken word ministers, producers, and the entire Christian creative community to stand together in faith and continue proclaiming the Good News through every creative platform.

Because the Gospel is stronger than fear, louder than persecution, and eternal in its message.

JOGAMA, appreciating talents, glorifying the Master!

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Plateau Records 87% Drop in Malaria Prevalence as Stakeholders Rally Support for 2026 SMC Campaign

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The Plateau State Malaria Elimination Programme has attributed the significant progress recorded in the fight against malaria to sustained government commitment, strategic partnerships and the dedication of health workers and community volunteers across the state.
The Project Manager of the Plateau State Malaria Elimination Programme, Nurse Ndak Andarawus, made this known on Tuesday during the 2026 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) Media Parley held at the Crispan Event Centre in Jos.

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The media engagement brought together health professionals, development partners, journalists and other stakeholders to strengthen public awareness and mobilise support ahead of the 2026 SMC implementation cycle.
According to Andarawus, the remarkable decline in malaria cases in Plateau State is the result of increased political commitment, improved implementation of malaria interventions, sustained government support and the contributions of development partners, particularly the Malaria Consortium.
She disclosed that malaria prevalence in the state has dropped dramatically from 18.8 per cent in 2021 to 2.8 per cent in 2025, representing an 87 per cent reduction.
“The prevalence rate has dropped from 18.8 per cent in 2021 to 2.8 per cent in 2025, representing about an 87 per cent reduction. It shows that malaria elimination is possible, and with sustained support for the SMC programme, we can achieve zero malaria,” she said.
Speaking at the event, the Project Manager of Malaria Consortium, Dr. Mbwas Mashor, explained that the media parley was organised to improve public awareness, promote accurate information and encourage caregivers to ensure that eligible children receive the preventive medicines during the campaign.
He noted that Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) is a World Health Organisation (WHO)-recommended intervention designed to protect children aged three to 59 months against malaria during periods of high transmission.
Dr. Mashor stressed that the success of the programme depends largely on effective community mobilisation and accurate dissemination of information, making the media a critical partner in achieving the campaign’s objectives.
Representatives of the Plateau State Ministry of Health, Plateau State Primary Health Care Board, Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) and the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) also commended the achievements recorded in malaria control across the state.
The stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the successful implementation of the 2026 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention campaign and urged journalists to play an active role in combating misinformation, promoting community acceptance and ensuring that caregivers across Plateau State are fully informed about the exercise and its benefits.
They expressed optimism that sustained collaboration among government, development partners, healthcare providers, the media and communities would further accelerate Plateau State’s journey toward eliminating malaria.

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