NDC holds congress in Plateau, elects new executives

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May 5, 2026

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The National Democratic Congress, NDC, has elected new state executives in Plateau State, with Solomon Ndam emerging as Chairman.

The election took place during a congress held in Jos, the state capital, attended by delegates, stakeholders, and party supporters from across the state.

Declaring the congress open, party chieftain Jonathan Sunday Akuns said the NDC remains committed to inclusive governance and grassroots development.

He noted that the party’s policies would reflect the diverse needs of communities across the state.

The election, described by party officials as transparent, produced Ndam as the new state chairman.

In his acceptance speech, Ndam pledged to prioritise grassroots mobilisation and unity within the party.

He said his leadership would focus on strengthening the party’s structure at the community level while addressing key challenges such as unemployment, insecurity, and social divisions.

Ndam also expressed confidence in the party’s prospects ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing growing support and increased membership.

According to him, the party has recorded a significant rise in membership, with over 250,000 new members registered in a short period.

Other stakeholders at the event called for unity and cooperation among party members.

The congress ended with a commitment by the newly elected executives to deepen grassroots engagement and expand the party’s presence across the state.

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Breaking: Deadly Night Assault on Chad Military Base Leaves 23 Troops Dead

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May 6, 2026

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BY SUNDAY SAMUEL —Chad’s army has announced that militants from Boko Haram attacked a military base in the country’s west, killing at least 23 soldiers and wounding 26.

According to statement, the army said it repelled the assault, which occurred overnight in the Lake Chad region, adding that clearance operations are ongoing.

The region has faced repeated attacks by Boko Haram, whose insurgency began in northeastern Nigeria in 2009 and later spread to Chad,

The attack took place on Monday night against a military base on the shores of Lake Chad, which sits on the tripoint of Chad, Niger, Nigeria and Cameroon.

According to the United Nations, the group has killed several thousand people and displaced millions.

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Plateau Killings Sponsored by Desperate Politicians — Gov Mutfwang Claims

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May 6, 2026

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Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has alleged that recurring insecurity and violent attacks in the state are being orchestrated by desperate politicians seeking to destabilise the region.

Mutfwang made the claim on Tuesday while addressing journalists who paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House in Jos, saying the pattern of violence suggests political sponsorship, especially during election cycles.

He recalled past incidents, including the March 7, 2010 Dogo Nahawa attack, where over 1,000 people were killed, and the March 29 attack in Angwan Rukuba in Jos North Local Government Area, which claimed more than 30 lives, noting that such tragedies often coincide with election periods.

“I make bold to say that the insecurity situation in Plateau State is being sponsored by desperate politicians who are out to destabilize the state,” Mutfwang said.

“If you noticed, this violence and attacks always peak during election cycles. What does that tell us? It is a clear indication that it is political; in fact, they are more political than terrorism.”

The governor also referenced recent attacks in Kanam, Wase, and Quan Pan Local Government Areas, which are predominantly Muslim communities, arguing that if the violence were driven by religious extremism, attackers would not target people of the same faith.

“So from our investigations, we have discovered that these attacks are being sponsored by desperate politicians who are bent on destroying Plateau. But we will not allow that to happen,” he added.