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Plateau APC gubernatorial candidates pledges to work with traditional rulers

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4 years ago

November 7, 2022

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Plateau State, Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda has pledged to work closely with traditional rulers to establish lasting peace in the state if elected.

Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda stated this at the coronation of the Mishkaham Mwaghavul, the paramount ruler of the Mwaghavul people, in his goodwill message.

With immeasurable love and loyal commitment, I congratulate Da John Hirse, the Chairman of, the Mangu Traditional Council.

I congratulate you and the entire Mwaghavul Nation on this very historic day of the traditional coronation of the 4th Mishkaham Mwaghavul and the presentation of first-class staff of office by Gov. Simon Lalong.

May your majesty’s reign graciously strengthen the immense contributions of your forebearers, whose efforts and sacrifices marshaled the Mwaghavul nation from cradle to greatness and to the envy of many, he said

He said that the development would not thrive if the people were not secure and safe to go about their legitimate businesses.

We will defend Plateau with all strength, as a matter of fact, will put our lives on the line in defending Plateau if need be.

Apart from infrastructure, we build our people’s capacities and empower them to engage in various forms of businesses without let, he added.

Also, Mr. Caleb Mutfwang, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, lauded the kingmakers for choosing the new monarch and in record time, in his goodwill message.

According to Mutfwang an indigene of Mwaghavul, the worthy choice was a testimony to the leadership capacity of the Mwaghavul nation, which they hoped would be put at the disposal of the Plateau people.

He added that without any doubt, he was highly confident that Hirse would bring his wealth of experience to bear in providing qualitative leadership for the traditional council.

I am sure he will further unite the different chiefdoms, ethnic nationalities, and religions within the local government.

It is also important to stress that he will be very resourceful to the state traditional council and in efforts geared towards peace in the state and the nation, he said.

Dr. Patrick Dakum, the Labour Party candidate, prayed that God grants the new monarch wisdom, knowledge, understanding, and strength to lead the people with the fear of God, unity, and progress.

Dakum lauded Lalong for giving traditional institutions in Plateau an enabling environment to thrive.

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2027: Peter Obi arrives Makurdi amid alleged attack on convoy

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2 minutes ago

September 8, 2026

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The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has arrived in Makurdi, the Benue State capital.

Obi was received on Tuesday morning by chieftains of the NDC ahead of his presidential campaign engagements in the state.

DAILY POST had earlier reported that suspected thugs allegedly blocked a major road in Benue State in an attempt to prevent Obi and his entourage from proceeding with their journey.

Obi’s media aide, Esther Umoh, who disclosed the incident, shared videos showing some individuals blocking the road and others running after vehicles believed to be conveying the NDC presidential candidate and members of his entourage.

Health

Plateau buses make face masks compulsory as diphtheria outbreak worsens

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3 hours ago

September 8, 2026

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Passengers using TinCity Metro buses in Plateau State will be required to wear face masks from Tuesday as authorities intensify efforts to contain a diphtheria outbreak that has killed at least 23 people.

The management of Plateau Express Services Group, which operates the state-owned mass transit service, announced a “no face mask, no entry” policy in a statement issued on Monday.

The directive takes effect on Tuesday, 8 September, and will remain in force until further notice.

“The Management of Plateau Express Services Group has directed the enforcement of a ‘No Face Mask, No Entry’ policy on all TinCity Metro buses, effective Tuesday, 8th September 2026, until further notice,” the statement said.

TinCity Metro buses operate across the Jos metropolis and neighbouring local government areas, including Jos South, Barkin Ladi and Bassa, providing daily transportation for residents within and around the state capital.

The management said a limited number of face masks would be provided at designated boarding points to ease the implementation of the directive.

However, it advised commuters to bring their own masks, warning that available supplies might not be sufficient for everyone.

The company also urged passengers to comply with the directive and cooperate with its personnel when boarding the buses.

“Management appreciates the understanding and cooperation of commuters as we work together to ensure a safer public transport environment,” it said.

The directive comes amid heightened concern over the spread of diphtheria in Plateau State, with health authorities reporting a rising number of suspected cases and deaths.

The state Commissioner for Health, Nicholas Baamlong, said on Friday that 148 suspected cases had been recorded, with 23 deaths reported in the preceding two weeks.

READ ALSO: Plateau shuts schools over suspected diphtheria outbreak

Eight patients were receiving treatment at the Jos University Teaching Hospital, while five others were being treated at the Plateau Specialist Hospital, Mr Baamlong said.

Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that spreads mainly through respiratory droplets and close contact with infected people, making crowded public spaces a potential avenue for transmission.

The Plateau State Government has already introduced other measures to contain the outbreak, including the temporary closure of public and private primary and secondary schools across the state.

The face-mask requirement on TinCity Metro buses extends the containment measures to public transportation, where thousands of residents travel daily between Jos and neighbouring communities.