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The COAS, Maj. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja was in Mangu LGC over the weekend to birth a new operation: ‘Hakorin Damisa’. This is coming after Gov. Caleb Mutfwang had series of meetings with service chiefs to personally brief them of the security situation in Plateau State. Some have argued that Gov. Mutfwang has the people of Plateau at heart while some have argued that the security bill of Plateau State...

The economy’s biting situation continues for Nigerians as the NEC has rolled out measures to ease the effect of the fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians. However, Nigerians are skeptical about the future, with many believing the palliative measures will do nothing to ease the burden. On Let’s Talk today, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will have a conversation with Dr. Dagwom Dang, Senior Lecturer, and...

Are you confident that the government of Asiwaju Tinubu would totally defeat corruption and insecurity? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a chat with Hon. Musa Ashoms and Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Plateau State Governor.

With the high cost of life in Nigeria today, what is the survival skill(s) you’ve adopted? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with you on the issues.

In their collaborative efforts, what key aspects do you believe Governor Mutfwang, IGP Egbetokun, and the Army Commander should prioritize to ensure the utmost level of security in Plateau? Fuel price hike alert! How has this sudden increase affected your daily activities? Share your experiences and let’s talk about the impact it’s had on your routine. Tune in this morning as Abigail Siman and Eme...

Have you ever wondered why it seems difficult for the different administrations in Plateau State to solve the perennial problem of insecurity? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Prof. Sukanya Podder and Pwakim Jacob on the issues.  

Nigeria has reported its first case of Anthrax in Niger State. This serious bacterial infection poses risks to both humans and animals. What proactive measures should be taken to effectively contain and address this outbreak, ensuring the safety of our fellow Nigerians and our beloved animals? Join Abigail Siman on Let’s Talk as she speaks to Dr. Daniel Joel Jarafu and Mr Yusuf Akwetuemen on these...

The present reality in Nigeria today is: if you sleep having a thousand naira in your wallet, the chances of it becoming two hundred the next day is high. The inflation is 22% is biting ordinary Nigerians and this is against the backdrop that wages hasn’t been increased. How different would your life be with the price of petrol at N617 per liter now? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having...

President Bola Tinubu has issued a strong warning regarding the nullification of the February 25 election results, citing concerns about potential consequences on the legislative process and overall stability of the country. What are your thoughts on this matter? Let's Talk! Join Abigail Siman today as she engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Barr Yakubu Bawa on these pressing issues...

The chairman of the ruling APC today announced his resignation as chairman from the party leaving many people shocked as to what may happen to make him take this decision. Is there a crisis brewing in the party? Civil servants today resumed work after suspending their two months old strike. Do you agree with pundits that Gov. Mutfwang is just starting to administer governance today because the str...

Exciting news from Plateau State! After a two-month strike, the workers have decided to suspend their protest. The state government has taken steps to meet their demands, such as paying the remaining salaries for February 2023 and issuing a circular for immediate promotions across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). How do you perceive the efforts made to resolve the issues? Join the...

Labour and the state government have finally resolved their differences making the Labour union to suspend the strike it embarked some months ago. Do you think Gov. Mutfwang is starting on a good note despite all the challenges he met on ground? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Nankin Bagudu and Prince Miaphen on the issues.

During a visit to the Defense Headquarters yesterday alongside his Zamfara state counterpart, Dauda Lawal, the COAS, Taoreed Lagbaja among other things urged Governor Caleb Mutfwang to hold a sincere dialogue with all stakeholders in order to find a solution to the challenge of insecurity in his domain. Do you agree that dialogue is the way forward or military action is should be adopted all the w...

#500 BILLION PALLIATIVE: GOOD OR BAD MOVE? Do you agree with the president’s request for #500 billion from the supplementary Budget to be used for palliatives? How best can the government use the palliatives to cushion the effect of the subsidy removal? Do you agree with the NLC who say increased salary, loans to SMEs and licences for modular refineries are better alternatives?  Guest: Barrister A...

Do you think legislation will help in dealing with the insecurity bedeviling parts of Plateau State? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Barr. Chesil Drenkat and Hon. Amb. Gabriel Dewan Kutdangbena (member representing Pankshin North State Constituency) on the issues.  

Open Mic Wednesday! Governors of the PDP and APC disagreed on the state of insecurity in the country. On Open Mic today, Emeka Umesi will be taking your thoughts on the security situation in the country.  Are we safer now? What solutions do you offer to the security challenges in Plateau and Nigeria? What other news are you following and want to share your thoughts about?

Sen. AVM Napoleon Bali has today said the killings in Mangu is ‘politically motivated’ thereby asking the question: why Mangu local government right now? Do you think concerted efforts by federal lawmakers from Plateau can bring an end to this bloodshed? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. John Chun (via phone) and Hon. Musa Ashoms on the issues.

The recent tax relief by the president has been applauded as a move in the right direction. Analysts say the move will spur economic development in the country. However, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), say absolute removal of key tax measures are needed for growth. What do you make of such measures by the federal government? On Let’s Talk, Abigail Siman & Emeka Umesi wi...

Mangu LGA is bleeding with humans been murdered making Gov. Mutfwang to declare a total curfew on the LGA. Gov. Mutfwang has described the evil situation as ‘genocide’ because according to him those on the killing spree simply don’t want other humans existing. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. John Chun (via phone), Ishaya Inuwa and Daniel Asama on the issu...

The governor, yesterday, placed a 24-hour curfew in Mangu following the incessant killings that took over 15 lives and left houses burnt.  However, the cries for safety continue to intensify with killings increasing weekly. On Let’s Talk today, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will speak with Luka Panpe on the way forward, and what local communities can do in the face of these killings. Do you agree...

What are some of the high and low points of the Tinubu government so far in your rating since he assumed office, and what recommendations would you like to offer going forward? Also, what are some of the areas you would like to see the state government do better on, in the face of scarce resources? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would like to hear your thoughts on these topic.

INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has in his first speech since after the election said the last general election was by far a fair reflection of Nigeria's Multi-party democracy. Among other things, he also says the Bimordal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) performed creditably at 98% compared to the card reader previously being used which success rate was poised at 29%. Do you agree with t...

Shortly after their inauguration, Senator Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas found themselves in a conflict with their party, the APC. The party's National Working Committee, led by Senator Abdullahi Adamu, disowned the majority leadership positions announced by Akpabio and Abbas, stating that the party had not communicated officially with them. Is the National Assembly's display...

A clean environment guarantees good health but with the inadequate cleaning of our environment, we’ll exposed to infectious diseases. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with the GM of PEPSA, Gabriel Nshem on how to properly dispose waste.

Open Mic Wednesday!  What news are you following today? The principal officers of the National Assembly has raised some dust following the statement from the chairman of the APC. In other news, JAMB and Mmesoma has been embroiled in back and forth, sparking the Ndigbo youths requesting for her to rewrite the exams.