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Plateau Group, PLATAI Accuses Gov. Lalong of Contract Scam

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3 years ago

February 8, 2023

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A non-partisan and apolitical assemblage of professionals and patriots, the Plateau Transparency and Accountability Initiative (PLATAI), has accused Governor Simon Lalong of inflating the cost of the ongoing British-America Overhead Bridge Project for the purpose of funding the state All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship election.

Meanwhile, the Plateau State Government has denied it, saying the allegation is frivolous and baseless.

Commissioner for Information and Communications in the state, Dan Manjang, said Prices of things have changed, asking whether the PLATAI chairman is a quantity surveyor.

In a media briefing, yesterday, by PLATAI’s Chairman, Simon Dung, the group claimed that it uncovered plans by the Lalong administration to do an upward review of the contract cost in response to the current inflationary trend in the country, as well as new projection of cost of the election, especially as it has become obvious that the contractor will not be able to deliver the project as earlier specified.

Platai said: “We feel duty bound to rise to the occasion and demand for quality delivery of public infrastructure and other social services to the people of Plateau, especially in this period of political transition from one administration to the other.”

Against public outcry, “the Lalong administration initiated and launched the construction of an overhead bridge at the British-America Junction area that interfaces the Bauchi Bye Pass with Murtala Mohammed Way and Bauchi Road, as well as the Terminus area of Jos metropolis.”

According to the group, “at the ceremony to commence the one kilometre stretch of road from Lamingo junction to the British-America interface, the project value was put at N8 billion to be executed and delivered over a 12-month duration, with funding (loan) being guaranteed by Access Bank, which agreed to a 100 per cent mobilisation of the contractor to deliver on specifics, details and duration of the project as designed and planned.”

The body said: “A project that the Lalong administration, against public outcry that the timing is not right, and the motive politically complicated, valued at a reviewed sum of N18 billion, would be part of bourgeoning debt profile incurred by the same government as part of legacies to be bequeath to the state and its future generations.”

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NSC Expects ‘Transparent, Competitive, World Class Selection Process’ During AFN

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June 19, 2026

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As the countdown edges closer to this weekend’s national trials of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), anticipation has been raised by officials of National Sports Commission (NSC) for a transparent, competitive and world class process.

Sports247 gathered that this expectation is contained in a media statement issued by the NSC ahead of the three-day track and field competition at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) sports complex in Lagos.

While noting that the competition will serve as the official selection channel for Nigeria’s athletics’ contingent to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, the NSC pointed out that a level terrain must be provided for all competitors.

The statement, which was signed by NSC director-general, Honourable Bukola Olopade’s special assistant media, Kola Daniel, further noted that the trials are expected to attract some of the nation’s finest track and field athletes based abroad.

It is also billed to provide a strong competitive platform for both elite and home-based athletes to showcase their immense talent, achieve qualifying standards and earn places to the Commonwealth Games, which will hold from July 23rd to August 2nd.

NSC’s message added, “The National Sports Commission reiterates its commitment to a transparent, competitive and world-class selection process that reflects excellence and fairness while strengthening Nigeria’s preparations for Glasgow 2026.

“Among notable athletes expected are Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, Fakorede Adekalu, Tyler Johnson and Ogundiran Blessing, alongside other elite and emerging stars who continue to raise the profile of Nigeria on the international stage.”

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Jos Hosts Digital Revolution: PLABOMA Set for World Social Media Day 2026 Celebration

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June 19, 2026

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The Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association (PLABOMA) is set to host the 2026 edition of World Social Media Day in Jos, bringing together bloggers, content creators, media professionals, innovators, and young digital enthusiasts from across Plateau State.

The event is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the Usiju World Event Center, near the State Secretariat, Jos. It is expected to provide a platform for discussions on the growing impact of digital media and social networking platforms in today’s world.

This year’s celebration will be held under the theme, “Digital Voices: Innovation, Creativity and Youth Engagement,” with a focus on empowering young people to harness technology, creativity, and social media for positive change and development.

Participants will have the opportunity to network, share ideas, learn from industry experts, and explore ways of using digital platforms to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and community engagement.

Attendance is free, and interested participants are encouraged to register early and secure their place at the event.

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PLABOMA invites students, content creators, entrepreneurs, media practitioners, and members of the public to be part of this exciting celebration of digital innovation and youth empowerment.