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Top 10 Most Visited Places In Jos, Plateau State

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August 26, 2022

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Top 10 Most Visited Places In Jos Plateau State

Plateau state is the home of peace and tourism with Jos being the capital of Plateau State, Nigeria. Located in the Middle Belt, this beautiful city is popular for its lovely weather, warm people and beautiful landscapes, which combine relaxation, gastronomy and heritage. A lot of the fruits and vegetables grown in Jos are also unique to its environments like apples, strawberries and grapes.

Here is a list of the 10 most visited places In Jos, Plateau State

Jos Wildlife Park

The Jos Wildlife Park features rare and exotic collection of wild animals, reptiles, and birds; it was established in 1972 and extends into the pine forest and the Vongnifwel Hill. There are picnic centres within the park and a history museum that tells the story of the park and state.

SHERE HILLS:

The hill is remarkable as the third highest point in Nigeria after Chappal Waddi on the Mambilla Plateau in Taraba State and Mount Dimlang on the Shebshi Mountains in Adamawa State. The highest points of Shere Hills (Gog & Maggog) lie about 1,829 metres (6,001 feet above sea level). The rocks on the hills are arranged in perfect formation which provides a challenging and fun route for the hiker attempting to reach the hill’s highest point. This terrain has also served as a base camp for military and civilian training. It also offers unrivalled opportunities to mountain climbers and adventure lovers.

Naraguta Leather Works:
If you desire to know the secrets into how animal skin and hides are cured into usable leather for leatherworks, then you must visit the Naraguta Leather Works in Jos. Most leatherworks found in arts and crafts shops and in hotels around country are produced at this place, and it is a place to witness how leatherworks like shoes, slippers, souvenirs, carpets, cushions, and other colourful leather products are made.

Jos Zoological Garden:
This recreational facility has a wide stock of domestic and wildlife animals. It is also a good picnic and picture spot to go to with family and friends.

The famous Jos zoological garden established in 1956 and houses 62 mammals of 25 species, 60 birds of 18 species and 39 reptiles of 9 species on display including birds, chimpanzees, baboons, lions, hyenas, monkeys, crocodiles, tortoise, geese, stork, horses, camel, snake, rabbits, owl, pigeons and varied species of eagles.

Solomon Lar Amusement Park:
Solomon Lar Amusement Park is located right in the heart of the capital. This park is one of the most serene and beautiful tourist attractions in Jos. The tall trees create an ambience of calmness and many people come here for picnics, to relax, meditate and take in the beauty of the surroundings. It is a good picture spot and newlyweds can take advantage of this when taking romantic pictures. It has been used to shoot movies, time and again.

MEES PALACE:
Mees palace is such a lovely place, most especially the water body opposite it, if they can carve out a relaxation center just by the water side, they will be the most sort out for in Jos.
A fun park to be with a big arcade game room, cinema, popcorn outlet, food and meat outlet also.

RAYFIELD RESORT:
The resort is located 4km from Jos city. A fantastic scenic environment that offers conference delegates endless fun of boating, swimming, sun bathing, horse riding, sport fishing and indoor games. The resort has what it takes for your leisure and tranquility. Bar and restaurant facilities are available for your added relaxation.

JOS MUSEUM:
Nigeria’s first museum, the Jos Museum. It has an accumulation of Terra Cotta Sculptures of Nok Culture as its most distinguished features. Enclosed within the same surroundings is the ‘100 Steps to Afizere Settlement,’ a stone-carved staircase that leads to the top of a hill. tourists who wish to have a glimpse of the Jos city centre from the top of the hill also take advantage of the ‘100 steps.

The Meseum also has some of the antiquated vehicles and engines that were either presented to the government of Nigeria or constructed in Nigeria, such as the Locomotive Engine called Dan Zaria in Hausa which was built in 1921 for the Nigeria Railway, an antiquated ford car presented to the Nigerian government by Ford Motor Company, Canada on the occasion of Nigeria’s Independence in 1960.

Assop Falls:

This picturesque waterfall is located approximately 70 km from Jos, beside the Jos Kagoro road. This waterfall drains water from the Assop River and feeds this to the grasslands and vegetation surrounding its landing. It also drains part of the Jos Plateau. It is an excellent site for taking exquisite, nature-inspired photos because the scenery creates a paradise-like illusion.

Wase Rocks:

From the peak of this rock formation, there is an excellent view of the Wase Town as the rock rises at approximately 250 metres or 800 feet from the plane of the town. The breathtaking view and serenity at the peak of the rock make climbing it worth the while.

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Tinubu Urges Inclusive Policies, Active Child Participation at 2026 Children’s Day Celebration

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May 26, 2026

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Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on governments at all levels, families and communities to move beyond symbolic gestures and build a society where children are genuinely listened to and actively involved in decisions affecting their lives.

The President made the call during the 2026 National Children’s Day celebration held at Eagle Square in Abuja.

Represented by the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Tinubu told pupils and students from primary and secondary schools that their voices, ideas and well-being are central to Nigeria’s future.

According to the President, the assurance that “your opinion matters, your ideas matter, your well-being matters” should not be treated as mere rhetoric but as a guiding principle for democratic renewal and national development.

The event, themed “Future Now: Promoting Inclusion for Every Nigerian Child,” focused on the need to ensure that no child is excluded from opportunities because of social status, physical condition or geographical location.

Tinubu stressed that every Nigerian child, whether from rural or urban communities, deserves equal access to quality education, healthcare, nutrition, protection, digital opportunities and a sense of belonging.

The President highlighted several programmes under the Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at improving child welfare and development, including the Renewed Hope Social Impact Intervention–774, Nutrition 774, ANRiN 2.0 and the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

He also pointed to investments in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education as well as the Ministry of Education’s NEDI platform as part of efforts to equip children with digital and technological skills for the future.

On child protection, Tinubu noted that although the Child Rights Act has been domesticated across the country, the federal government is currently reviewing both the Act and the National Child Policy to strengthen their effectiveness.

He added that through the 2025 Costed Action Plan, the government is providing financial backing to tackle violence against children, child marriage and female genital mutilation.

The President further encouraged state governments to strengthen the Nigerian Children’s Parliament, describing it as an important platform for nurturing leadership, civic responsibility and democratic participation among children.

Tinubu also advised children to avoid violence, cultism, substance abuse, cybercrime and bullying, warning that such vices destroy destinies and undermine national development.

He urged them to embrace discipline, honesty, patriotism and responsible use of technology.

In her welcome address, the Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Mariya Mahmoud, represented by the Acting Mandate Secretary of the Women Affairs Secretariat, Hajiya Mukhtar, said the FCT Administration, with support from UNICEF, is strengthening community-based child protection systems, training social workers and improving oversight of orphanages and care homes.

One of the highlights of the event was an address delivered by Jessica Nufi, a student of Government Secondary School, Garki, Abuja, who spoke on behalf of children across the country.

Jessica appealed to the government to make quality education free and accessible, strengthen protection against insecurity and violence, and address early marriage, cultism, drug abuse and environmental hazards.

She lamented that poverty, insecurity and harmful social practices continue to deny many Nigerian children, especially girls, access to education and a safe future.

The student also called for improved healthcare services for children with special needs and safer school and community environments.

She urged leaders to build a Nigeria free from drugs, cultism and environmental dangers — a country the younger generation could proudly inherit.

Ending her speech with a pledge on behalf of Nigerian children, Jessica promised that children would continue to obey their parents and teachers, study hard, reject harmful behaviours and grow into responsible leaders if adults fulfilled their responsibilities toward them.

Her remarks received applause from children, parents and dignitaries at the event.

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FG Partners with Coursera to Fund 36,000 Youth Tech Licences

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May 23, 2026

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a massive digital empowerment drive by securing and fully funding 36,000 learning licences across Coursera and Pluralsight.

Unveiled as part of the newly established Digital Training Academy (DTA), this landmark initiative aims to eliminate financial barriers and equip young Nigerians with globally competitive tech skills.

The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, formalised and signed the strategic partnership on the sidelines of the Education World Forum (EWF) in London. Operating under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the DTA is being hailed as one of the largest government-funded investments in digital education in Nigeria’s history.

Addressing the High-Demand Tech Gap

The first year of the programme targets core fields shaping the future global workforce. Beneficiaries will undergo rigorous training to earn certifications highly valued by local and international employers in; Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Data Science, Cloud Computing, and Software Engineering.

“Digital competency is no longer optional. It is foundational,” Dr. Alausa stated via an official release. He added that the administration is focused on building a generation of young Nigerians capable of leading and thriving within a rapidly evolving digital economy.

The Hybrid Implementation Strategy

Recognising that access to online tools is only half the battle, the Federal Ministry of Education has structured a hybrid model to ensure high completion rates:

1. Geographical Inclusion: The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) will leverage its vast nationwide network of study centres to ensure equitable slot distribution across all geopolitical zones.

2. On-the-Ground Mentorship: Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) will provide technical facilitators, industry-focused expertise, and accountability structures to guide learners through their courses.

Why This Matters: The Economic Stakes

Nigeria’s youth demographic is expanding rapidly, yet a substantial digital skills gap persists. Economic analysts estimate that the lack of formal digital education among local graduates costs the national economy billions of dollars in lost potential productivity annually.

By partnering directly with elite, multinational platforms like Coursera and Pluralsight, the government is bypassing traditional infrastructure constraints. This model gives Nigerian youth direct access to the exact same training resources utilized by top tech professionals across the US, Europe, and Asia.