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Mining: Women bridge gender gap, inaugurates Girls for Mining in Plateau State

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4 years ago

November 19, 2022

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To remedy the declining number of women in the mining sector, Women in Mining on Friday 18th November, inaugurated the Girls for Mining, G4M clubs for secondary school girls in Plateau State to mentor the young girls to show interest and possibly pursue a career in the sector.

Addressing the students at the event in Jos, the National President of Women in Mining, Engr. Janet Adeyemi through the Secretary, of Women in Mining, Plateau State, Mrs. Raulatu Piwuna said, “… we are creating landmark history. When our generation is no more, the G4M will remain, and thousands of you school girls who have become accomplished and high-profile women in mining by then, will look back at the fond memory of today and proudly say, I was there…

“70-80 percent of everything we use in our daily lives are products of mining, from the ceramic at your home to the gold and metals on your mobile phones, to the glass on your windscreen and bulbs, to even the stainless steel and alloy on your wristwatches and it goes…

“Nigeria is dependent on crude oil as its major source of wealth, however, the world does not want crude oil anymore. Now they want solar energy, hydropower, and other sources of power that are not oil. We are witnessing the gradual passing away of the oil and gas sector in the globe and when it finally fades out, Nigeria will be left with only two means of wealth creation- Mining and agriculture…”

She decried the gender gap in the sector, adding, “When I look at statistics, of all the mainstream miners in Nigeria today, only 6.8% are women, the remaining 94% are men. So, the women in the mining sector today are a drop out of the ocean, and the few women in the sector are being edged out of the game by gender-blind laws and by misogynists. So, the number of women in the sector will keep dropping. If we do nothing to pump female miners into the sector now, the women on the ground today will all be gone someday.

“The only way to meaningfully populate the mining sector with productive women is to begin to guide our girls from their school age, into a prosperous future in the mining sector… We unanimously accepted this sustainable initiative and resolved that G4M will be created in all states of Nigeria and Plateau is the very first state we are inaugurating this club.”

She explained, “All students in the G4M club will regularly participate in inter-school quizzes, and debates. Winners will be awarded in each competition. All students of the G4M will go for annual excursions to mining sites, tourist sites, natural resources regulatory agencies or other places of interest in line with the overall intent of the G4M.

“Each student of the G4M club will stand a chance to travel abroad for an exchange visit, to tour mine sites, meet fellow students abroad and meet with high-profile female miners for mentorship and opportunities. All students of the G4M club will have mentors who shall guide them through their secondary education. Any student of the G4M club who has decided to pursue a career in any mining-related courses will be assisted to secure admission to study that course at any tertiary institution of her choice in Nigeria.

“All students of the G4M club will have the opportunity to work with Women In Mining in Nigeria for a year Internship and Training…”

The State Commissioner of Secondary Education, Elizabeth Wapmuk represented by Assistant Director, of Science and Technology, Chung Sati lauded the initiative citing the vital role the mining sector plays in the development of the nation’s economy and assured the Ministry would work towards incorporating mining consciousness into the school curriculum and encouraged young girls to consider making a career in mining for the development of not just the State but the country.

Air Force Girls Military School, Jos; Federal Government College, Jos; COCIN Headquarters Church Secondary School, Jos; Government College, Jos; GSS, Chwel Nyap; Baptist High School, Jos; TCNN Staff School, Jos; Kings’ Secondary School; Jos; St. John’s College, Jos were among the participating schools.

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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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4 days ago

July 10, 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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5 days ago

July 9, 2026

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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.