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Ladan joins 2027 guber race, says Plateau needs reset

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May 21, 2026

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A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Alex Ladan, has formally declared his ambition to contest the 2027 governorship election in Plateau State, saying the state requires “a reset” to address worsening insecurity, declining agricultural productivity and challenges in the education sector.

Ladan made the declaration in Mangu on Tuesday during a gathering attended by Party supporters, community leaders and stakeholders, where calls were also made for greater youth participation in leadership.

Addressing the crowd, he said Plateau had drifted away from the peaceful and prosperous vision established by the founding fathers of the State and the PDP.

“Plateau needs a reset,” he declared. “We must return to the values of unity, development and people-centred leadership.”

The governorship aspirant described the PDP as a Party deeply rooted in democratic ideals, recalling the contributions of elder statesmen such as Solomon Lar and former governor Jonah Jang, and others to the political development of the State.

Speaking on insecurity, Ladan lamented the continued attacks and killings in parts of the State, stressing that the government must prioritise the protection of lives and property.

“Plateau, as a multi-tribal state, once enjoyed peace and coexistence until forces of division emerged to sow discord among the people,” he said.

He urged residents not to allow ethnic and religious differences divide them, insisting that Christians and Muslims had lived peacefully together for generations.

“Our security challenges should not push us into fighting ourselves. We must stand united against those threatening the peace of our communities,” he added.

Ladan also identified agriculture as one of the major sectors capable of restoring economic growth in the State if properly managed.

He promised to revive abandoned agricultural programmes, particularly the Agricultural Services and Training Centre (ASTC), which he said was established to promote mechanised farming and improve food production across the State.

“Plateau remains the food basket of Nigeria. Government must invest deliberately in agriculture to empower farmers and create jobs for young people,” he said.

On education, the PDP stalwart pledged to improve schools and expand access to technical and vocational learning, warning that the growing number of out-of-school children posed a serious threat to the future of the state.

According to him, the government alone cannot solve the problem without the support of parents and communities.

“We must collectively encourage our children to embrace education because they are the future of Plateau,” he stated.

Ladan further paid tribute to the late Joseph Gomwalk, describing him as a visionary leader whose policies laid the foundation for infrastructural and institutional development in the Middle Belt.

On his continued stay in the PDP despite recent defections, Ladan said abandoning the Party would amount to betraying the trust and sacrifices of loyal supporters.

“The PDP umbrella may look torn today, but some of us are determined to remain and rebuild it,” he said.

He maintained that the defection of the State governor, Caleb Mutfwang to the All Progressives Congress (APC) had created a vacuum within the opposition Party, adding that consultations with stakeholders and supporters informed his decision to join the governorship race.

Ladan, however, appealed to his supporters to conduct themselves peacefully throughout the political season.

“This is democracy, not a do-or-die affair. Every aspirant has the right to seek the mandate of the people,” he said.

Some stakeholders at the event also argued that younger leaders should be allowed to govern, saying the energy and ideas of the youth were needed to reposition Plateau State for growth and stability.

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Sheikh Jingir: Rev Dachomo said worse things – Bashir Ahmad to Rufai Oseni

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August 12, 2026

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Former presidential media aide, Bashir Ahmad, has claimed that Plateau-based pastor, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, made remarks that were worse than the controversial comments attributed to Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir.

Jingir, while speaking in Kano State on Saturday, had reaffirmed his support for a Muslim-Muslim ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The cleric reportedly argued that the decision by the All Progressives Congress, APC to field a Muslim-Muslim ticket was justified by the numerical strength of Muslims over Christians in the country.

He also referred to Christians as infidels and claimed that Nigeria belongs to Muslims, remarks that have sparked widespread condemnation and calls for his arrest.

Reacting to the controversy, popular television host, Rufai Oseni, in a post on his official X handle on Tuesday night, questioned what the reaction would have been if a Christian cleric had made similar remarks.

“If a Christian cleric had said what Jingir said,” Oseni wrote.

However, responding to the post, Ahmad argued that Dachomo, a Christian cleric, had previously made comments that were even more offensive.

“It is not a competition, Rufai, but I can tell you that Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo has said things that were even worse. Both utterances are wrong,” Ahmad wrote on X.

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NFF Puts All Resources Into Second ‘Window Of Opportunity’ For Super Falcons’ 2027 Women’s World Cup Qualification Quest

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August 11, 2026

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Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has put its full arsenal and all resources into a last-ditch charge to ensure the Super Falcons qualify for next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup through a second ‘window of opportunity’ that lies in a qualification play-off versus South Africa.

Sports247 reports that, heading into Thursday’s decisive match in Rabat, Morocco, the NFF came out with an open letter of apology and declaration of purpose to propel the female national team towards a consolation victory at the ongoing 14th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Victory over South Afirca on Thursday will keep the Falcons’ World Cup hope alive, though they would still have to face two more games during an intercontenental play-off later in the year, and the NFF appealed for total support from all Nigerians to seal the ticket.

The football governing body’s epistle published on Tuesday, was narrated through their president, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on behalf of the NFF executive committee, the Super Falcons and entire Nigerian football family, with apologies, deepest regrets and appeals.

It started with a direct apology to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the Falcons’ loss, then moved to expressions of disappoinment and acknowledgement of failure, while noting that the NFFF owes gratitude to ‘everyone who prayed, encouraged, travelled, watched and stood behind the Super Falcons.’

The NFF’s lengthy open letter stated in part, “Sincere apologies to the Government and people of Nigeria, following the Super Falcons’ failure to secure a direct qualification ticket to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

“The team went into the competition carrying the hopes of the nation and the enormous goodwill and support of the Federal Government, and we regret that we were unable to deliver the result expected at this stage.

“We wish to extend a special and heartfelt apology to His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for this disappointment.

“A window of opportunity remains through the CAF play-off pathway, and the Super Falcons are determined to fight for one of the two available CAF play-off tickets and subsequently pursue qualification through the FIFA play-off tournament.

“We must now regroup, learn from this setback and focus completely on the opportunity that remains. The NFF, the Falcons’ technical team and players are committed to doing everything within their power to secure Nigeria’s place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

“Our resolve is to ensure that the Super Falcons return stronger, fight harder and do everything possible to make Mr. President, the Federal Government and Nigerians proud once again.

“We sincerely thank Nigerians for their unwavering support and urge everyone to continue to stand with the Super Falcons, as we pursue the remaining route to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027.”