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Sani Golden Empowers Women in Mangu North

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On Monday, 15 December 2025, Mangu North Constituency hosted a heartwarming Christmas empowerment programme organized by the Plateau State Liaison Officer, Alhaji Sani Golden, to support women across the constituency. Held in the spirit of the season, the programme reached over 500 women, each of whom received a wrapper and a cash gift of ₦5,000. The initiative was designed to ease the economic burden on vulnerable women, especially during the festive period, and to show leadership’s commitment to inclusive and people-focused development. The event was filled with joy and gratitude, with beneficiaries, community leaders, and other stakeholders expressing deep appreciation. While addressing participants, Alhaji Sani Golden described women as the backbone of families and communities and stressed the need for intentional support. He explained that empowering women is both a moral duty and a practical step toward lasting community development. He added that the programme aligns with the on...
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Walking the Streets of Jos: The Kick‑off to the 2025 Made in Plateau Business Carnival!

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  As part of activities leading up to the much-anticipated “Made in Plateau Business 2025 Carnival”, stakeholders from the Plateau MSME Ecosystem, the Inspire Create Start Scale (ICSS), and the Business Development Services (BDS) network on Monday embarked on a major awareness walk across key commercial hubs within Jos North Local Government Area. The walk, which held on 24th November 2025, was designed to create public awareness and mobilize community participation ahead of the carnival scheduled for 2nd–6th December 2025 at the Solomon Lar Amusement Park. Committees and stakeholders began the procession at Old Airport Junction, moving through major economic corridors including British-American Junction, Terminus Market, Delimi Market, Bukuru Park Market, New Market, Katako Market, Farin Gada, Gada Biyu, Satellite Market, and finally Folo Roundabout. Throughout the walk, stakeholders engaged traders, commuters, and community members, distributing information and encouraging widesp...
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Sunday G. Biggs Congratulates Rev. Dr. Amos Mozho on His Re-election as President of COCIN

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  I wish to extend my heartfelt congratulations on your well-deserved re-election as the President of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN). This achievement is a testament to your exemplary leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the mission of COCIN. Your passion for fostering unity, faith, and service within the church community has inspired many, and the trust placed in you by the members is not only a recognition of your past accomplishments but also an expectation for continued guidance and vision. Therefore, your ability to lead with integrity and compassion is truly commendable and sets a standard that others aspire to follow. As you embark on this new term, I am confident that your leadership will continue to bring positive change and growth to the Body of Christ. Also, your vision for a vibrant church that engages with both the spiritual and social needs of its members resonate deeply in today’s world. I know the challenges ahead may be daunting, but your s...
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PRIVATE HUMANITARIAN AND POVERTY REDUCTION GROUP SET TO IMPACT ANGWAN RUKUBA WIDOWS TODAY

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 In a remarkable show of compassion and community service, the Private Humanitarian and Poverty Reduction Group is set to extend its outreach to widows in Angwan Rukuba today, 26th Oct. 2026. The initiative aims to bring relief, empowerment, and hope to widows who have been struggling with economic hardship and social neglect. This visit is part of the group’s broader mission to alleviate poverty and restore dignity to vulnerable individuals and families across communities. The outreach program will feature the distribution of essential food items, household supplies, and financial support, alongside motivational talks and counseling sessions. According to the organizers, the goal is not only to meet immediate needs but also to create pathways for long-term self-reliance through skill acquisition and microenterprise support . This effort, according to the group, is part of their modest contribution to augment the strides of notable figures such as Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda , whose gr...
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Meet the new army boss

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 Meet The new Chief of Army Staff Major General Waidi Shaibu is a Nigerian Army officer who recently served as the Theatre Commander of Operation HADIN KAI, with a focus on counter-terrorism in the northeast.  He handed over command in April 2025 and is proceeding to the Defence Space Agency in Abuja. During his tenure as Theatre Commander, his forces neutralized over 567 terrorists, recovered significant arms and ammunition, and rescued over 2,225 civilians.  Key roles and career highlights Theatre Commander, Operation HADIN KAI: Served as the Theatre Commander of Operation HADIN KAI, leading counter-insurgency efforts in the northeast.  General Officer Commanding (GOC), 7 Division: Before his appointment as Theatre Commander, he was the GOC of 7 Division and Commander Sector 1 of Operation HADIN KAI.  Other previous roles: Also served as the Deputy Commandant/Director of Studies at the National Defence College in Abuja.  Operation HADIN KAI achievements: ...
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THE REBIRTH: HOW ENGR. SAMCHI IS REVITALIZING PLATEAU’S WATER CORPORATION

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In a renewed drive to restore Plateau State’s reputation as Nigeria’s “water bed,” the Managing Director of the Jos Water Services Corporation, Engr. Appolos Samchi, is leading a quiet but profound revolution. When members of the Mangu Journalists Forum, alongside our team from NEWS HUB NG, paid a courtesy visit to Engr. Samchi at his office in Jos, it was more than a familiarization meeting—it became a revelation of how much transformation has already taken place under his watch. Engr. Samchi, who assumed leadership at a time when the corporation was struggling with outdated infrastructure and low public confidence, has since repositioned the organization into a dynamic and technology-driven service agency. Restoring Aging Infrastructure One of the standout achievements of Engr. Samchi’s administration is securing a major grant for the rehabilitation of the Yakubu Gowon Dam, a 50-year-old facility that has long required urgent attention. Similarly, the Yelwa Dam, which had been out of...
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Sowore arrested in court

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 Human rights activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore was apprehended on Thursday inside the premises of the Federal High Court in Abuja by armed policemen. Sowore had reportedly attended court for proceedings when officers moved in and took him into custody.  A close associate revealed that the Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory had previously issued an invitation to Sowore, although the arrest happened suddenly and without an explicit prior warning. At this stage, details regarding specific charges or the next steps for Sowore’s case have not been publicly disclosed.
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