Audu Ogugu O JP.

Governor Simon Lalong has described late Ujah of Anaguta, HRH Jauro Magaji, as a peacemaker and committed leader.

Governor Lalong stated this when he visited the deceased family house condole the royal family.
Accompanied by the Secretary to the Government of the State, Prof. Danladi Atu, Governor Lalong said the State has lost a very humble and kind traditional ruler who worked hard to ensure that people of the Chiefdom lived in peace and harmony.

Receiving the Governor on behalf of the family, the District Head of Nabor, Pozo Agwom Dauji expressed gratitude to the Governor and Government of Plateau State for honouring the late monarch while he was alive and even in death.

He said apart from upgrading the Anaguta traditional stool to first class, the Governor ensured that the late royal father got the best medical care at home and abroad while he battled with ill health.

Son of the deceased Prince Johnson Magaji told the Governor that his late father had tremendous goodwill and respect for Governor Lalong for his benevolence and kindness to him and citizens of the Chiefdom.

Audu Ogugu O.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Idris Wase, has expressed shock and sadness over the death of his colleague, a friend and a brother, Rep. Haruna Maitala.

Maitala died in a ghastly motor accident alongside his son and aides on his way to Jos from Abuja.

Until his death, Maitala represented Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituency of Plateau State in the House of Representatives.

Wase in a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Umar Muhammad Puma which was made available to Oracle Reporters, Wase said late Maitala was a hardworking, dedicated and honest politician who died when his services were needed the most.

“I am deeply saddened as I join the people of Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituency and the entire Plateau State to mourn the loss of our brother and colleague, Hon. Haruna Maitala.

“We have lost one of our illustrious sons, a loving father, a man of peace filled with wisdom and honesty.

“We cannot question the Almighty Allah over what has happened, so I urge members of his family and his constituents to take heart and consider the death of Hon. Maitala as part of Allah’s Decree”

“I also pray to Allah to forgive all his sins while on earth and grant the departed souls Jannatul Firdaus,” he said.

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Audu Ogugu O.

Senator I. D. Gyang of Plateau North says he received with shock the news of the death of Hon. Haruna Maitala, member representing Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituency in the National Assemnbly which occured on Friday 2nd April..

Senator Gyang in a statement issued through his media Assignment Musa Ibrahim Ashoms and made available to Daily Independent in Jos on Saturday said the fatal car crash that claimed Maitala life again beings to the fore the deplorable state of our road infrastructure, particularly the Jos-Akwanga, Jos-Barde-Keffi highways and the need for reconstruction by the Federal government.

According to Senator Gyang, the deceased had a gentle, steady and unassuming personality and related well with his fellow legislators.

He added that the people of Plateau North join members of the Plateau caucus in the National Assembly to commisserate with the immediate Maitala family and his constituents over the irreparable loss.

.Audu Ojogbane

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong and Chairman of the Northern State’s Governors Forum has rejoiced with Christians in Plateau State and across the Nigeria for marking another Easter.

Governor Lalong in a message of felicitation said there is every reason for Nigerians to appreciate God for his mercies over the nation throughout the difficult period of lockdowns and other disruptions occasioned by the corona virus pandemic.

He said the period of Easter calls for deeper reflection on the grace of God and the strengthening of faith in his love for mankind which is the essence of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The Governor therefore urged Nigerians to put aside differences of faith, ethnicity, political and ethnic affiliations in order to forge a common front in defeating various forms of criminal activities that continue to pose serious threats to the nation.

According to him, it is only when Nigerians work together in unity and support security agencies and relevant government bodies that insecurity can be overcome to enable the people pursue their lawful businesses in peace.

On Covid-19, Governor Lalong urged the people of Plateau State to work assiduously towards overcoming the pandemic by availing themselves to be vaccinated and also observing all laid down protocols.

He said “last year, we marked Easter under a lockdown because of COVID-19. However, we now have some relief with the availability of vaccines and more awareness on prevention. We need to redouble our efforts in making sure that we participate in the vaccination exercise and also sensitise our people to adjust to living under the new normal”.

While wishing the people of Plateau State and Nigeria a successful Easter celebration, Governor Lalong called on Christians to continue to demonstrate the love of God to one another and people of other faiths and let the light of God manifest in all their activities in order to drive the desired change in the nation.

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Onoja Audu Ojogbane

Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong says he is shocked over the death of Member, House of Representatives Hon. Haruna Ibrahim Maitala who until his demise represented Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituency of Plateau State at the Green Chambers of the National Assembly.

Governor Lalong in a statement issued on Saturday through his media aide Dr Makut Macham and made to Oracle Reporters,described the death of the law maker as tragic and a big loss to his immediate family, Jos North/Bassa constituency and the entire State.

He said “I am deeply saddened by this tragic development for Plateau State and Nigeria where we lost another legislator in the National Assembly currently representing Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives. The late Member was a passionate politician who served his people with zeal and compassion. He did a lot to project and protect the interests of not only his constituency, but the entire State at the parliament. He will be missed greatly”.

While comforting his family and the entire State, the Governor said his contributions to the successes of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau as well as his efforts at consolidating democracy in Nigeria will also be remembered for a very long time.

He urged the family, close associates, constituents and the entire State to accept the unfortunate development as an act of God and pray for the repose of his soul.