By Isa Abdulsalami Ahovi (Jos ) 02 February 2024 | 4:27 am Governors under the platform of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have once again called for the establishment of state police when they visited Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State over the recent deteriorating security situation in the state. PDP Governors’ recent visit to Plateau Sate Governors under the platform of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have once again called for the establishment of state police when they visited Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State over the recent deteriorating security situation in the state. The PDP governors, who donated N100 million to help cater to the victims of the attacks, said having state police will help stem the tide of the recurring security challenges bedevilling the country. The chairman of the PDP Governors Forum and governor of Bauchi State, Bala Muhammed, stated this when the forum paid Mutfwang a solidarity visit in Government House, Rayfield, Jos, over the recent security breach in some communities of the state, which claimed scores of lives and destroyed property and means of livelihood of residents. Muhammed said: “We commiserate with you and the people of Plateau State and also extend our heartfelt condolences over the recent unfortunate incidents that claimed many lives and properties. “We are saddened by these happenings, and we are praying that these incidents will be checkmated. We have confidence in Governor Mutfwang’s ability to address the security challenges with wisdom and courage.” He encouraged the governor to be strong, assuring him that they are with him in his travails. “We want to urge the Federal Government to reconsider the establishment of state police as a crucial step to address the prevailing security challenges across the country,” he said. 2 hours ago As the Federal Government grapples with the challenge of making the public sector productive amid dwindling revenue, chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FRSC), Prof Tunji Olaopa, has charted a path forward. 2 hours ago Governors under the platform of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have once again called for the establishment of state police when they visited Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State over the recent deteriorating security situation in the state. 2 hours ago Oyo State Government, yesterday, ordered the reopening of 23 schools in Atiba and Afijio in Oyo East and Oyo West local councils of the state that were closed over the boundary crisis. 2 hours ago Lagos State Government has restated its commitment to safeguarding and protecting school children in the state. 2 hours ago The Deputy Governor of Ondo State, OlayideAdelami, has pledged unwavering loyalty to his new principal, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, affirming his commitment to the administration’s goals. 2 hours ago A firm, Diamond Waste Recycling Limited, in partnership with Pakam, the Local Economic Development Association and Community Action against Plastic Waste (CAPWS), has empowered women and youths on how to turn wastes into wealth. This collaboration aims to revolutionise sustainable practices and foster a community-driven approach to environmental responsibility. They, therefore, envisioned a future where… 2 hours ago The immediate past National Chairman of the Nigerian lnstitution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMecHE), Funmilade Akingbagbohun, yesterday, said that addressing root causes of ‘japa’ syndrome 2 hours ago Federal Government has said it is working towards achieving a 77 per cent increase in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) to boost the economy and fund critical infrastructure across the nation. 2 hours ago Nigeria’s print and digital media group, PUNCH Nigeria Limited, is set to roll out the drums to mark its 50th anniversary with an array of epoch-making ceremonies in Lagos. 2 hours ago Forty days after 11 Justices were screened and confirmed by the Senate following their nomination for promotion to the Supreme Court, the justices are yet to be sworn in.
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