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Ministers have gotten portfolios but while some tongues are hailing some tongues are wagging. Do you think the ministers got portfolios according to their capacities? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Johnson Podar on the issues.

The president yesterday sent the portfolios of the ministerial nominees, sparking conversations among Nigerians. The commissioners' list in Plateau state has also not gone without criticisms after the governor’s retreat with the newly appointed commissioners. And there are the Local Government offices being opened, and the recent killings in the state. On Let’s Talk, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking with Seth Mwansat on these trending issues. What are your takes on the new ministers of the country? Are you confident that the new commissioners will deliver, and what KPIs will you set for any of them?

With the former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele undergoing trial over allegations of corruption, what do you make of the current administration's posture on the war against corruption? What are some of the ways citizens can support government initiatives on anti-corruption, economic growth and others? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would like to get your feedback on these and other issues as they talk to Mr. John Kelle on Nigeria at Sunset.

Since inauguration, how impressed are you with the national Assembly? Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking with seasoned Journalist Linda Ahkigbe on the composition of the National Assembly, its workings, and their functions so far.

Do you think youths have the right skills to govern society or they don’t have the right skills set to propel society to meaningful progress? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Kumwen Walshak Musa on the issues.

The country’s economy continues to experience a slump with foreign exchange rates and the price of petroleum products about to increase. On today’s Open Mic, how are you coping with the economic hardship in the country? What solutions would you proffer to the biting economic situation?

Pst. Tunde Bakare in his usual State of Nation address lambasted the PBAT administration while describing the leadership style of Tinubu as impulsive! Is Pst. Bakare speaking the minds of Nigerians or just seeking for relevance? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Daniel Asama on the issues.

If you were part of Tinubu's economic team, what innovative suggestions or actions would you propose to bring about positive change? Tune in to the discussion with Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi on Let’s Talk with Mr. Shaibu Emmanuel Idenyi to delve into this topic.

The renewed attack and senseless killings in Heipang have again brought ugly and unpleasant memories to Plateau people. This is despite the ‘Operation Hakorin Damisa’ within the precinct. How can response time be shortened to capture the murderers? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Daniel Kungmi on the issues.

Analysts have continuously said the information managers of a government can either make or mar the reputation of not just the government but the citizens of a country or state. Are you proud of the image created previously of Plateau State and Nigeria under the watch of the past Government in the state and federal government? How would you like to see the state and Nigeria at large presented in the committee of nations?

Amid Nigeria's substantial contribution of over 60% to global tuberculosis cases, there exists a critical necessity for heightened investments in tuberculosis testing and treatment within the nation. On today's episode of Let’s Talk, Abigail Siman will be holding a conversation with Dr. Shedrack from the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Program, shedding light on the National Tuberculosis Testing Week. How can we collectively mobilize to eradicate tuberculosis and ensure the safety of our communities?

The Coup in Niger Republic has so many implications on Nigeria due to their border proximity. What are some of these implications? With the firm resolve of Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu to not rule out the use of force through the instrumentality of ECOWAS should the junta not give way to the return to democratic rule in that country, what will things look like? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be speaking to Dr. Nanking Bagudu on this development.

JayFM Anniversary Edition: Join Abigail Siman and Christie Pam on this edition of Lets Talk.

The Senate has so far screened 45 of the 48 nominees sent to it by the President. Nigerians are looking forward to the various portfolios of these individuals and how they can address the major issues confronting the country. What are the three key areas that the Governor Caleb Mutfwang administration has to shift its energy towards in order to reposition the state in the path of growth? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Mr. Moses Koproda on these subject matters.

The Senate yesterday released the name of 45 ministerial nominees cleared for appointments. The names of Nasir El-Rufia, Stella Oketete, and Senator Abubakar Danlandi were absent from the list due to security checks. Are you convinced that the ministerial screening process is good enough to produce the type of ministers needed? What are your takes on the Federal Character Commission’s bribery and corruption allegations? GUEST: Valentine Adeshe, Journalist & Public Affairs commentator.

The Governor while swearing in the new commissioners said, ‘perform or be replaced’! Do you think that’s a political statement or a statement of his determination to keep the commissioners in check? Do you support the idea of a war with Niger Republic? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Joseph Adudu and Rev. Akims Mamot on the issues.

As Nigerians try to make sense of the current political trajectory in the country, the Niger coup and Nigeria’s involvement and its implications have also taken the front burner in social and political spaces. Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking with Silas Patric Dung on the ministerial nominees, new commissioners, and the Niger coup and its ripple effects on Nigeria and Africa. Are you satisfied with the list of commissioners and their portfolios in the state? From the ministerial screening so far, how confident are you that the country’s trajectory will change for the better? And finally, what are your takes on the coup in Niger and Nigeria and ECOWAS’ involvement.

A ministerial nominee of President Bola Tinubu, Maryam Shetty from Kano State has been substituted with Festus Keyamo, sparking mixed reactions across the country. What do you make of the step taken by Mr. President in that regard? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be speaking with Hon. John Akans and Mr. John Kelle about the issues.

President Bola Tinubu is fondly referred to as "A Hunter of Talents" due to his rare ability to identify technocrats capable of delivering in terms of policy implementation. What is your opinion about the latest ministerial nominations made by the President? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would like to hear from you about this and other stories you're following.

On Let’s Talk, Emeka Umesi will be speaking to Mr. Ceasar Payi, a public affairs commentator, on these issues. How effective will a continued protest be? Are you impressed with the new set of ministerial lists? What are your takes on Nigeria’s involvement in the Niger Coup?

The NLC today embarked on its nationwide protest demanding the FG to lower the cost of living in Nigeria. Do you think the protest by the NLC would make FG to rescind its decision? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Com. Steve Aluko on the issues.

The planned NLC Nationwide protest billed for today will still hold. However, the mood of Nigerians feels divided on the protest with rumours filtering in yesterday of a possible postponement. The NLC cleared the air on that though. Do you think the protest will be effective?Will you be joining the protest?

Were you impressed by President Bola Tinubu's speech last night about providing palliatives for poor Nigerians to cushion the subsidy removal effect? Should the NLC shelve its planned strike/protest scheduled for tomorrow as a result? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be speaking to Hon. Nanbol Listick and Dr. Dagwom Dang about the subject matter.

The president, yesterday in his nationwide speech, said his administration is committed to ensuring every Nigerian goes to school by providing student loans for students. However, the recent increment of tuition fees by the University of Jos has caused a lot of stir from students, parents, and stakeholders alike, although the president had also said, in an earlier statement, that the planned increase be halted for now. On Let’s Talk this morning, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will have a conversation with Professor Nnamdi Aduba and Dr. Nyongo Phillip on the future of education under the President, and the sustainability of tertiary education given the economic challenges? Do you agree that Universities should be tasked with generating their funds? The halting of the planned tuition fees increase and provision of buses to students, how effective will it be in buffering the effects of the economic hardship in the country?

Do you think that there is enough reason for some tertiary institutions in the country to have increased their fees by more than 200% given the current economic realities? What is your reaction to the ongoing ministerial screening taking shape at the red chamber? Did the senators meet your expectations of what a screening exercise should be? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a conversation with Longmun Dakon, SUG President of University of Jos and Jerry Da'a, SUG Fin. Sec.

Plateau state Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has finally sent the list of his Commissioner nominees to the state House of Assembly. The Governor also made other appointments as he looks to finally form his cabinet. What is your assessment of these and the overall appointments made by the Governor so far? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a chat with Dr. Philip Nyango on this development.

Plateau state Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has finally sent the list of his Commissioner nominees to the state House of Assembly. The Governor also made other appointments as he looks to finally form his cabinet. What is your assessment of these and the overall appointments made by the Governor so far? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a chat with Dr. Philip Nyango on this development.

Have you given particular attention to the warning sounded out around the country regarding the outbreak of anthrax disease?What are some of the preventive habits you've adopted to stay safe? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be finding out more about the disease and other ways to handle the outbreak better, from Dr. Maryam Muhammed, Executive Director, National Veterinary Research Institute, (NVRI) Vom.

The Nigeria Labour Congress has given the Federal Government one week to address the anti-people policy stiffening economic activities in the country, to which the government has said the court ruled against the NLC embarking on a strike. In other news, the ministerial list of the President is said to be made public today with some notable names like Nyesom Wike rumored to be on the list. In the state, the governor of Plateau state has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for 3000MW power plant to be built in the state. Do you think the NLC’s planned strike will have any effect on the Federal Government? How Confident are you in the rumored Ministerial Lists?

Senator Adams Oshiomole was forced to apologize to his colleagues after he came under fire for saying that members of the 9th Senate 'looted' their offices. He was further accused of abusing 'office privilege' by the lawmakers. Do you think that this augurs well for proper checks and the war against dwindling accountability in the part of public servants? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be willing to hear your take on the subject and other developing stories you're keeping tabs with.

It was pandemonium yesterday at the Federal High court Ikoyi as the DSS and NCS officials struggled for who’d take custody of Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele after he was granted bail by the court. On Let’s Talk, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking to Luka Panpe and Ufuoma Egbamuno on the battled ex CBN governor and the continuous internal wrangling within political parties in Nigeria. Is the DSS right for taking Godwin Emefiele in their custody after he was granted bail by the court? Do you think there is a hidden agenda behind the action of the DSS?

The Local Government secretariats in Plateau state are still under lock and key. What do you think should be the way out in order to bring democracy and development closer to the people at the grassroot? With the constitutional grace period for appointment of Ministers and Commissioners nearing an end and the lists imminent, what kind of team do you want to see assembled by the Plateau state Governor, Caleb Mutfwang? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Jinang Winston Moses about these issues.

The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal has come under serious scrutiny with allegations of external influence flying around. The presidential candidate of the PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar accused the PEPT of being influenced by the president, and the presidency has refuted the claims. In another fresh wave of allegations, a threat to the life of Alhaji Atiku has surfaced. On Let’s Talk today, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will speak with Barr. Nantok Dashuwar and Barr. Nankwat on the level of trust in the PEPT. Do you believe the PEPT is shielded from external influence?

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 will increase because of the new operation. What do you think? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with John Kelle on the issues.

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 Head, of the Department of Public Sector Accounting, and Akin Olaoye, ex management staff, KPMG, USA.

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 Emeka Umesi engage in an insightful conversation with Comrade Steve Aluko on these critical issues.

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 issues.

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 a conversation with Dr. Dagwom Dang Esq on the issues.

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. Stay tuned for an insightful conversation that sheds light on the rule of law and its implications for our nation. Drop your opinions in the comments and be part of this engaging conversation!

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 strike has been suspended? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Rt. Hon. George Daika on the issues.

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 discussion with Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi as they speak with Prof Aduba on these recent developments.

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 way. With the Federal High court Abuja asking the DSS to either charge former CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele to either charge him to court or let him go free, do you think the Tinubu administration would uphold the rule of law or turn blind eye in this regard? Gilbert Joseph will be discussing the state of the Nation with Associate Prof. Taye Obateru.

#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 Adama

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.