Nigerian youths have been urged to use social media positively to attract development and promote national security.
This was disclosed by the Member representing Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam Federal constituency of Plateau State in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi during the 3rd edition of the Plateau Social Media Award, convened by Alfred Makut Macham, held on Easter Monday 5th April at Elim Top Suit, Rayfield, Jos Plateau State.
Hon. Gagdi in his view advocated for the regulation of social media to control hate speech, blackmailing and negative usage which has implication on national security.
The legislator said “I am always very careful in my opinion in a decision that affects the generality of the people. Personally, as Yusuf Gagdi and not as a representative of the people, I strongly advocate for the registration of social media activities in Nigeria just like it is being regulated in developed countries. He further stated that a lawless community is a hopeless community and so if social media is lawless then it is hopeless. People will decide to use social media to call you all sorts of names but if it is regulated, it will promote national security.
Those awarded at the occasion included Hon Gagdi, who was honoured as the most influential politician and the best legislator in terms of social media usage in engaging political leaders constructively. The Management committee chairman of Riyom Local Government Area, Hon. Mafeng Gwallson was also honoured as the best chairman on the usage of social media supported the slide regulation of social media to control messages that will divide the people.
The former member of Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon. Prince Vincent Venman Bulus of Vincent Venman Bulus Foundation who was award urged Plateau youths to use the social media to fight a common enemy that divides the people.
Other awardees include wejosrock for best use of twitter, Dr nentawe yilwatda for best use of facebook, Sims beauty place for best use of Instagram, Bed Music Africa for best use of youtube, Viewpoint ng for Best blog, Plateau the beautiful for best social media campaign, Nollywood center plateau for social media innovation, Anista marketing for best use of social media-digital marketing, Beautiful gates foundation for best use of social media,charity/non-profit campaign, Rythm 93.7 for Best use of social media radio/tv station
Also Hashtag tv Africa for best online TV platform, Timdi nkat, social media entrepreneur of the year, Chief micheal george maqual For psma social crusader/activist of the year, Plasmida for Best use of social media government agencies/parastatals, Vincent venman bulus foundation for best use of social media non-governmental organization, Nd shehu kanam for social media youth leadership award of the year, koppe sylvanus joseph a+ computers for psma ict personality of the year, Funny gee for psma entertainer of the year, Satmak dapar for psma online journalist of the year, Young elder for Psma internet sensation of the year (national), Plateau the beautiful for Psma comment section winner and Wilval global resources for Best environmentally friendly organisation
Some special recognition awards were also presented to Nigerian International footballer ahmed musa, Music legend dantala & group and Miss sylvia ulan Andrew the girl who recorded success in WEAC examination.
The event started earlier with a Webinar Themed “Exploring The Innovative & Creative Industry Opportunities On The New Media” with the Director-General ITF, Sir Joseph Ari delivering a keynote address in which he talked about “The ITF and Youth Empowerment in ICT”
Sir Ari said “the ITF, which is the leading Federal Government Agency with the mandate to provide, promote and encourage the acquisition of skills in industry and commerce in Nigeria, has been at the forefront of skills acquisition for job creation and poverty reduction, especially since the assumption of office of the incumbent management in 2016.”
The Occasion was chaired by Hon Stephen Jings, the Commissioner, Federal Character Commission Representing Plateau State.
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Stakeholders from across Plateau State have issued a communiqué outlining key challenges and recommendations for addressing farmer-herder conflicts, criminality, and land disputes in the state.
The communiqué was released at the end of a two-day Multi-Level and Multi-Sectoral Roundtable on Sustainable Peace Infrastructure held at Novel Suites, Jos, from April 21 to 22, 2026.
The roundtable brought together government officials, traditional rulers, civil society organizations, security agencies, women and youth groups, as well as other critical actors to deliberate on strategies for strengthening peace and stability in Plateau State.
Focus on Dialogue and Sustainable Peace
Participants said the engagement provided a platform to examine the root causes of recurring conflicts and develop actionable strategies to promote peaceful coexistence.
The discussions, which included two panel sessions, explored issues around criminality, land disputes, and farmer-herder tensions, with emphasis on building trust, enhancing coordination, and strengthening existing peace structures.
Key Challenges Identified
In the communiqué, stakeholders highlighted several interconnected challenges fueling insecurity in the state.
Top among them were persistent security threats, including cattle rustling, kidnapping, illegal mining, and arms trafficking, as well as difficulties in identifying perpetrators, particularly alleged foreign elements.
They also pointed to weak law enforcement, limited trust between communities and security agencies, and operational challenges faced by security personnel.
Farmer-herder tensions were attributed to crop destruction, retaliatory attacks, underage grazing, and increasing competition over land and natural resources due to population growth.
Land-related conflicts, including land grabbing, poor documentation, displacement, and weak enforcement of land laws, were also identified as major drivers of violence.
Other concerns raised included governance gaps, lack of political will, inadequate identification systems, poverty, and limited access to modern agricultural practices.
Participants further decried the role of misinformation and unprofessional reporting in escalating tensions, as well as the impact of gender-based violence and the marginalization of women and vulnerable groups.
Stakeholders Proffer Solutions
To address these challenges, stakeholders called for strengthened security and justice systems through improved collaboration among security agencies, enhanced intelligence gathering, and the deployment of technology.
They also recommended continuous dialogue between farmers and herders, establishment of early warning systems, and the creation of joint platforms for resolving disputes.
On land governance, participants urged the government to enforce land laws, improve land documentation, and ensure fair resettlement processes for displaced communities.
They further advocated for the adoption of modern farming and livestock practices, including access to financial and technical support, improved seeds, and better farm security measures.
Stakeholders emphasized the need for inclusive governance, calling for the integration of herders into formal security structures and stronger collaboration between government and communities.
They also stressed the importance of responsible journalism and conflict-sensitive reporting, as well as the enforcement of laws addressing gender-based violence and the inclusion of women in peacebuilding efforts.
Commitment to Lasting Peace
The stakeholders reaffirmed their collective commitment to addressing the root causes of conflict and building resilient communities across Plateau State.
They urged the government to implement past recommendations, strengthen citizen engagement, improve population data systems, and facilitate the safe return of displaced persons.
The communiqué concluded with a call for sustained collaboration among all actors to ensure a peaceful, stable, and prosperous Plateau State.