Jayfm Podcast

In traditional African societies, Cultural Days are celebrated to usher in the farming season. But in our modern world now, people have jobs other than farming. What is the main focus of a cultural day? How can culture through carnivals and monuments bring a renaissance to society? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert had a conversation with Dara Dudu Dalyop, the BECO President on the issues.

With the allegation of sale of government properties belonging to Plateau State and the government hasn’t responded. Do you feel you’re getting accountability from your govt? Ponsah Fanap would like to have a conversation with you on the issues.    

Are you happy to hear the allegation that the outgoing administration of Gov. Lalong is on a selling spree of government property? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert had a conversation with Jinan Winston and Promise Yatu on the issues.

With 376 students finally evacuated from warring Sudan, Nigerians are still wondering why the process took that long.  On let's Talk Today, Emeka spoke with Prince Charles Dickson on the international relationship between African countries, the state of Nigerian students and the monies allocated for the evacuation. Has the Nigerian government done enough to save Nigerians in warring Sudan? Wha...

As the world marks world press freedom day, what is your assessment of the level of freedom journalists have enjoyed in Nigeria in the last seven years? What are some of the ways press freedom can be fully attained going forward? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph had a conversation on the issue.

Pre-hearing by the presidential election tribunal begins on Monday, May 8. 1. What are your expectations from the tribunal?  2. Do any of the political parties challenging the emergence of the president-elect stand a chance in court?  3. Do you think the process should be transmitted live to Nigerians for transparency?   4. How much do you trust the judiciary in this process?

The ruling party, All Progressives Congress is yet to zone the leadership position in the NASS despite the party saying that it’ll do that after Ramadan. Those angling to serve especially from the APC are on a serious lobby on their colleagues. Do you think the APC can bring balance especially with the same faith ticket already at the executive? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert had a conversation w...

How will the ongoing war in Sudan affect some countries in Sub-Saharan Africa as the UN is reporting that over 20,000 people have fled the country for safety? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph had a conversation with Amb. Melvin Ejeh and Barr. Nankin Bagudu ESQ on the issues.

As the country's workers celebrate workers days today, Abigail and Emeka will be looking at workers' welfare in the last eight years, both in the federal and state level. What is the performance index for the federal and state government ?What are the positives for education and the civil service? Do we have policies that protect workers in the country? What are the viable solutions to the...

The youth have been credited with playing critical roles before and during the just concluded elections in Plateau state. Do they risk the possibility of been relegated to the background if they return to sleep? What are some of the ways they can be carried along in the affairs of governance at both the Federal and state levels? Another major concern is the concrete manner in which they can state...

As the World Celebrates World Malaria Day on April 25 yearly, Nigeria is striving, along with other countries, to achieve zero malaria numbers. The theme for this year's World Malaria Day is: “Time to deliver zero malaria: invest, innovate, implement.” Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi had a conversation with Dr. Onoja on steps being taken to reduce malaria in Nigeria.

There is no denying the fact that the Plateau economy needs rejigging, with so much expectations by citizens from the incoming administration. What are some of the immediate action plans the governor-elect, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang can implement as he gears up to hit the ground running? What would you also want to see him do in order to protect the vulnerable members of society who are clearly the...

Nigerians are looking forward to the inauguration of a new government on the 29th of May 2023 and ahead of that day, transition committees have been put together by exiting Governors, Governors-elect ranging from 10 man committee to 62 man committee. The question still remains, will the new administration do better than the previous? What are the roles of the transition committee members? What are...

The call for governor-elect, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang to either probe the Lalong administration or not is seemingly dividing opinions among citizens. What would you suggest for the next government to do in order to ensure accountability and prevent corruption in high places? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph had a chat with Hon. David Racha.

As President Buhari's tenure finally comes to an end, his government's economic policies, success, hits and misses are integral in grading the president. The state on various economic growth indices are staggering. For example, the country's debt profile sits at a whooping #44 trillion. What are the economic quick fixes the incoming government can implement to ensure Nigeria survives t...

The National Assembly election has come and gone, and the winners given their certificate of return. But the issues remain. And the questions on what the elected officials will do persist. Abigail and Emeka had a conversation on what laws the senator-elect should push for in the house? What should the senator-elect focus on first in lifting the people in Plateau Central from their current situatio...

The APC on the Plateau are alleging that the PDP is evading service of court processes. What is making the PDP dodge service by court officials? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert had a conversation with Hon. John Akans (KSM) on the issues.

What’s your suggestion for the governor elect on the Plateau when he is sworn in as governor? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert had a conversation with Chuwang George Pwajok on the issues.

Do you think the action taken by INEC against its Adamawa State REC will help to sanitize the system? Also, should the law establishing INEC be amended to allow INEC prosecute electoral offenses? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert had a conversation with Hon. Musa Ashoms on the issues.

Aggrieved politicians in the last general elections have submitted petitions before various tribunals in Plateau state and other parts of the country. But while they await hearing and eventual judgements, keen observers say politicians have continued to overheat the polity with their utterances. Do you agree with this position? What are some of the recommendations to note, going forward? Gilbert J...

What do you make of the decision by Plateau lawmakers to boycott the peace meeting organized by CP Bartholomew Onyeka as a result of the House leadership tussle? What do you think are some of the ways forward in order to resolve the problem? Gilbert Joseph and Comr. Emmanuel Zopmal had a discussion on the issue.

What do you make of the statement by Presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina that President Muhammadu Buhari will be leaving Nigeria better than he met it? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph spoke to Mr. John Kelle about the issues.

Barring any last-minute change of plans, the Federal Government will begin payment of the planned increase in civil servants’ pay by the end of this month (April). The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari, rtd, is expected to give his final assent for disbursement any moment from now. If the proposal sails through, it means the increase will be coming about two months to the June date propose...

The International Monetary Fund, IMF, has advised the Nigerian government to increase taxation in order to solve Nigeria’s economic crisis. This is despite complaints of hardship faced by the country's growing population. Should the Federal Government listen to this advice? What would be the implication going forward? Gilbert Joseph had a chat with John Kelle on the issues.

After the election which held on Saturday 15th April 2023 in Pankshin, aggrieved parties disagree with the outcome of the declaration of the APC as the senator-elect of the Plateau Central Senatorial constituency saying the process was not credible. With your assessment of the scenario in the supplementary election, would you say the process was free , fair and credible? This morning Abigail and E...