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Joy and Gratitude Mark the Grand Finale of Plateau State Unity Christmas Carols Festival
The Plateau State Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival culminated in a spectacular finale on Sunday, December 1, 2024, leaving attendees inspired and uplifted. Held at the Ten Commandments Prayer Altar in Du, Jos South Local Government Area, the festival’s third and final day was filled with worship, praise, and heartfelt messages of hope, unity, and gratitude.
Prominent guests, including former Nigerian leaders, former Plateau State governors, lawmakers, and traditional rulers, shared words of appreciation for the Plateau State Government and the event’s organizers. Former Governors Sen. Joshua Dariye and Sen. Jonah Jang delivered goodwill messages, commending the initiative for fostering unity and showcasing the state’s commitment to peace and development.
Sen. Dariye expressed his gratitude to Governor Caleb Mutfwang for reviving the festival, emphasizing its importance as a platform for reconciliation and reflection. Sen. Jang echoed similar sentiments, praising the spirit of togetherness demonstrated during the festival and encouraging Plateau residents to continue building bridges of understanding.
The Traditional Ruler of Jos, His Royal Highness Da Jacob Gyang Buba, Gbong Gwom Jos, highlighted the cultural and spiritual significance of the festival. He thanked the organizers for creating a space where faith, tradition, and unity could thrive, promising his continued support for the event.
Members of the National Assembly serving Plateau State also shared their admiration for the festival’s success, emphasizing its role in reinforcing faith and bringing the community closer together. They applauded Governor Mutfwang’s vision, describing the event as a beacon of hope for Plateau State and Nigeria at large.
As the evening progressed, notable guests, including former Head of State Gen. Yakubu Gowon and former President Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo, expressed their gratitude to the state government and organizers for the impeccable execution of the festival. Both leaders promised their attendance next year, “God willing,” underscoring the event’s enduring impact and spiritual significance.
Governor Mutfwang delivered a closing address filled with optimism and gratitude. He thanked the guests, participants, and the Plateau community for their enthusiastic support, reiterating the festival’s vision to unite the people and position Plateau State as a symbol of peace and faith.
The evening was punctuated with soul-stirring musical performances that left the audience in awe. Renowned gospel artists, local choirs, and the festival’s mass choir delivered powerful renditions that celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ and the joy of the Christmas season. The grand finale featured a mesmerizing medley that brought the crowd to their feet, singing and clapping in unison.
As the festival came to an end, it left behind a legacy of unity, faith, and celebration. The three-day event, organized by the Plateau State Government in collaboration with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), succeeded in bringing together people of different denominations and backgrounds, reaffirming the state’s commitment to peace and progress.
With promises to return next year, the Plateau State Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival has set a precedent for how faith and unity can light the path to a brighter future for Plateau State and Nigeria.
The Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association (PLABOMA) has announced plans to unveil a Unified Bloggers Online Platform during the 2026 World Social Media Day Celebration scheduled to hold in Jos, Plateau State.
The unveiling, which is expected to be one of the major highlights of the event, is aimed at fostering collaboration, strengthening professional networking, and promoting a more coordinated digital media community across the state.
The World Social Media Day Celebration is slated for Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the Usiju World Event Center, near the Plateau State Secretariat, Jos, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the organizers said the platform is designed to bring together bloggers, content creators, digital publishers, and online media practitioners under a common structure that encourages information sharing, capacity development, and collective growth within the digital media space.
The event, themed “Digital Voices: Innovation, Creativity and Youth Engagement,” will bring together bloggers, social media influencers, youth leaders, entrepreneurs, students, digital innovators, and members of the public to explore the evolving role of social media in shaping public discourse and empowering young people.
According to PLABOMA, participants will engage in discussions on emerging trends in digital media, content creation, online engagement, and the opportunities available within the digital economy. The celebration is also expected to provide a platform for networking, learning, and collaboration among stakeholders in the media and technology sectors.
The association noted that the launch of the Unified Bloggers Online Platform reflects its commitment to strengthening the voice of online media practitioners in Plateau State while creating opportunities for innovation, mentorship, and professional development.
PLABOMA further encouraged bloggers, content creators, social media influencers, students, entrepreneurs, and other interested members of the public to participate in the event and contribute to conversations on the future of digital communication and youth engagement.
Registration for the event is free and can be completed through the online registration form.
The organizers described the celebration as more than a commemoration of social media, noting that it will serve as a platform for inspiration, collaboration, innovation, and impact among digital media stakeholders in Plateau State and beyond.
For inquiries and partnership opportunities, interested individuals and organizations can contact the organizers via email at plateaubloggers@gmail.com or through the designated telephone lines.
The event is expected to attract a broad spectrum of participants from across the digital media ecosystem as PLABOMA seeks to promote responsible online engagement and harness the transformative power of social media for development.
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