Jayfm Podcast

Is the Local Government administration in Nigeria as important as all other tiers of government. What can the Special advisers and directors sworn in by the governor bring to the table henceforth? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be speaking to Hon. Markus Artu, TIC Chairman of Mangu Local Government on these and more.

How can the Ministry of Lands, Survey and Town planning collaborate with other MDA's to bring about proper town planning? Join Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung as they host the Commissioner for Lands, Survey and Town planning, Peter Gai and Surveyor General, Ministry of Lands, Survey and Town planning, Surveyor Sati Tagwi Sunday.

What is the current state of Tourism in Plateau State, Nigeria's "Home of Peace and Tourism" after some shadow was cast on the state due to pockets of attacks in the recent past? Guest: Mr. Chuwang Pwajok, General Manager, Plateau State Tourism Management Board. Hosts: Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph.

How have you been coping with the scarcity of water as the dry season is reaching its peak? Do you think the govt is doing all it can to ameliorate the suffering? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Barr. JK Chris, the Legal Secretary of Jos Water Services Corporation

What can we do to raise the level of awareness and promote recycling? Join Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem as they converse with Benson Dotun Fasanya Executive Director Centre for Earth Works And Jimmy Adeniran - Chairman Yankwalabe Development Association.

There are concerns about tricycle operators going out of jobs in Plateau State. Do you share the same view or you think that the availability of alternatives will serve best? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a chat with Mr. Polycarp Auta and Comr. Gad Peter.

What can be done to expand the business areas and business activities in the state? Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem will be hosting Arc. Hart Bankat, General Manager, Jos Metropolitan Development Board (JMDB).

What are community youth leaders doing to control the anger people are having with government over the economic hardships and the rising cost of living? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Richard Egbita and Kefas Dagin on the issues.

Plateau State has confirmed the arrival of numerous buses to help reduce the cost of transportation in the state. How are the buses expected to operate in the state, considering the size and population of the citizens of the state? Joining Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung on Let's Talk: Guest: Samuel Gwott (General Manager, Plateau Express). 

How Well is The Nigerian Government Doing to FIX THE ECONOMY? Ponsah Fanap &Joseph Gilbert Joseph speak with Adudu and Dr. Philip Nyango.

How can we revamp the basic education in the public sector on the Plateau? What must be done in order to build a state where education is cheap and of high quality? Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem will be having the discussion live with Sunday Amuna - PLATEAU STATE SUBEB CHAIRMAN 

PEPSA has announced the continuation of the monthly sanitation exercise with threat of prosecution by a mobile court if a defaulter is caught. What’s your best advise to govt to ensure strict compliance and collaboration with citizens? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Samuel Dapiya, DG PEPSA on the issues.

The State Government has announced the reinstatement of over 3,000 workers employed by the previous administration of Plateau. What was the government's rational behind all of these as it attempts to deliver on its mandate to the people? Guest: Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Plateau State Governor. Hosts: Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph

Plateau State government under the leadership of His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Mannaseh Mutfwang has called for the resumption of about 3800 staff who were suspended from the civil service for reasons such as lack of transparency and proper rules of engagement. How will you react to the recent action taken by His Excellency and government?

In what ways can governments strike a balance between the strength of its youthful populace and the wisdom of the elderly in tackling the myriad of problems from security to commerce and others? Guests: Hitler Pwajok, and Hon. Markus Artu, TIC Chairman, Mangu LGA. Hosts: Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph

How can the state governments all over the nation help cushion the effects on the masses? Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung will be discussing this topic with Dr. Philip Nyango.

Considering the wave of protests in the land, do you think the state Governors should share some responsibility in tackling the economic hardship of citizens in their respective domains or that is an exclusive preserve of the Federal Government? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of Plateau (DOPA).

What should we expect from the forthcoming industrial action from the Labour union? Join the conversation as Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem will both be discussing the topic with Comrade Ayuba Angai.

The State Police Command in a statement said the Spokesman of APC, Hon. Sylvanus Namang was gunned down by suspected kidnappers in Pankshin. What do you think is the trigger to the worsening insecurity in Plateau State? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. John Akans KSM on the issues.

Insecurity: Over the weekend, a chieftain of the opposition All Progressive Congress (APC) was killed along Jos-Pankshin road. What should be done to end the rise of insecurity on the Plateau? Join the conversation with Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung. Guests: VALENTINE ADESEH (RENOWNED JOURNALIST)

What stories have captured your attention as the week comes to an end and Nigerians continue to groan about the parlous state of the economy? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Pharm. Samuel Gyang.

JUPTI is alleging that the state government is politicizing the whole situation instead of allowing competence. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Com. Sunoe Peter Longbam on the issues.

It's no longer news that there is a wide gap between the rich and the poor. With IMF having so much effect on the Nigeria economy, with it's policies. How can this current hardship be dealt with, without involving industrial actions or protests? Join Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem to discuss the topical issue. GUEST: Dr. Phillip Nyango.

What is your thinking about the Mutfwang administration in the area of job creation looking at how some people employed by the previous administration saw there employments terminated? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Mr. Tungzum Barde. 

Nigerians in some states of the federation are on the street protesting the recent economic hardship faced all over the nation. How can Federal Government help in solving the challenge being faced by the nation? Guest: Professor James Nnamdi Aduba