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The recent tax relief by the president has been applauded as a move in the right direction. Analysts say the move will spur economic development in the country. However, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), say absolute removal of key tax measures are needed for growth. What do you make of such measures by the federal government? On Let’s Talk, Abigail Siman & Emeka Umesi will be speaking to Cyril Ogboli on the role of the Private Sector in the Nation’s economy, and the New Economic Act.

Mangu LGA is bleeding with humans been murdered making Gov. Mutfwang to declare a total curfew on the LGA. Gov. Mutfwang has described the evil situation as ‘genocide’ because according to him those on the killing spree simply don’t want other humans existing. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. John Chun (via phone), Ishaya Inuwa and Daniel Asama on the issues.

The governor, yesterday, placed a 24-hour curfew in Mangu following the incessant killings that took over 15 lives and left houses burnt. However, the cries for safety continue to intensify with killings increasing weekly. On Let’s Talk today, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will speak with Luka Panpe on the way forward, and what local communities can do in the face of these killings. Do you agree that the governor’s hands are tied in such situations and that he should be given more security powers? The call for dialogue has also been met with resistance from some quarters. Do you think dialogue is a solution to the problem? What solutions would you proffer to local communities at a time like this?

What are some of the high and low points of the Tinubu government so far in your rating since he assumed office, and what recommendations would you like to offer going forward? Also, what are some of the areas you would like to see the state government do better on, in the face of scarce resources? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would like to hear your thoughts on these topic.

INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has in his first speech since after the election said the last general election was by far a fair reflection of Nigeria's Multi-party democracy. Among other things, he also says the Bimordal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) performed creditably at 98% compared to the card reader previously being used which success rate was poised at 29%. Do you agree with these assessments, as well as the European Union's Report which is at variance with the Commission's position? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be doing an overview with Mr. John Kelle.

Shortly after their inauguration, Senator Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas found themselves in a conflict with their party, the APC. The party's National Working Committee, led by Senator Abdullahi Adamu, disowned the majority leadership positions announced by Akpabio and Abbas, stating that the party had not communicated officially with them. Is the National Assembly's display of independence off to a strong start? Could this decision create divisions among loyal APC members? Join Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi on let’s talk as they speak with Hon Musa Ashom on this.

A clean environment guarantees good health but with the inadequate cleaning of our environment, we’ll exposed to infectious diseases. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with the GM of PEPSA, Gabriel Nshem on how to properly dispose waste.

Open Mic Wednesday! What news are you following today? The principal officers of the National Assembly has raised some dust following the statement from the chairman of the APC. In other news, JAMB and Mmesoma has been embroiled in back and forth, sparking the Ndigbo youths requesting for her to rewrite the exams.

The senate today has voted principal officers and Sen. Simon Mwadkon PhD has emerged as the senate minority leader. What’s in for Plateau State especially that people are killed almost on a daily basis without the killers facing prosecution? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Johnson Podar and Pharm. Gyang Ishaya on the issue.

As Nigerians await the list of ministers of the federal republic, expectations on what metrics should be used in selecting who leads what ministries builds. On Let's Talk, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking to Barrister JK Chris on ministerial expectations and metrics for measuring their successes. What are your expectations for the Ministerial List? Who are you hoping to see lead a particular minister?

The back and forth since the 9th Assembly of the PLHA suspended LG chairmen, the suspended chairmen have said they’re not vacating office making the former IGP to order for the closure of the LG secretariats across the state. What’s the true state of affairs now at the LG level?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Daniel Kungmi and Hon. Alex Naantuam on the issues.

The EU Report on the 2023 Elections has raised a lot of concerns from different political actors in the country. In addition, Nigerians are still feeling the biting effect of the growing inflation in the country. And more economic changes are expected in the coming weeks. Abigail & Emeka will be having a conversation with Emmanuel Zopmal on the election Petition Tribunal and the Economy of the country. Do you agree with the EU report? How hopeful are you that the economy will pick pace, and how soon do you think the economy will be stable?

How did you react to former President Muhammadu Buhari's statement that he moved from Daura to London because he could not find peace at his home town? With his spokesperson, Garba Shehu also saying he did not move for fear of been probed by the current president, do you see a time when ex-presidents would be called to give accounts of their stewardship in Nigeria? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would like to hear from you on these and other stories you're tracking today.

With reactions continuing to trail the method of loan collection being adopted by the Governor Caleb Mutfwang administration, as well as the rationale for such by the opposition party, what are some of the grey areas involved? Are such criticisms justifiable, considering the realities the governor encountered on ground? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be doing an X-ray of the issues with Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos and Mr. Ernest Da'a.

Borrowing to fund a budget isn’t new in the world. Governments borrow all the time. However, the reasons for these borrowings, how they’ll be repaid and their effects on the population are critical questions citizens ask. The recent 15 billion Naira loan by the Plateau State Government, although has been accepted as a necessity by certain people, has raised some fundamental questions, some of which Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be seeking answers to. On the show, to further clarify certain grey areas, Mr. Peter Lamba Bot, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Budget and Planning, will be answering some of your questions about the loan. Are you in support of government borrowing to pay salaries?Given the peculiarity of the situation, do you support the early borrowing by the new administration, given the debt profile of the state already? What other areas in the loan will you like clarity on?

Happy Eid-Adha to you and yours! What stories are you following that you’ll want to analyze for us? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would like to have conversation with you on the issues.

Nigeria, with a longstanding history of drug abuse, has been grappling with this issue for decades. The trend dates back to the 1960s and 1970s, when substances like cannabis (marijuana), heroin, and cocaine gained popularity among specific segments of the population. Nigeria's strategic geographical location between drug-producing nations in West Africa and consumer markets in Europe and the Americas has made it a major transit point for drug trafficking. Today, the issue of drug abuse has been tagged an epidemic. As experts has raised concerns as mental illness cases triple as result of drug abuse. What additional strategies can we implement to combat this epidemic and eradicate drug abuse? Join Abigail Siman & Emeka Umesi on let’s talk with Dr. Okonuda as they look into the issues.

The APC on the Plateau has been torn within because of ministerial appointment. Some leaders of the party are outrightly accusing the immediate past governor of the state of wanting to suspend some prominent members of party to pave way for himself to emerge as the ministerial nominee from Plateau State. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. John Chun on the issues.

The government will be in office for one month on Thursday. Since assuming office, the governor has been met with a plethora of challenges. Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking with Silas Patrick Dung on the governor's performance over the last one month. And what are the best yardsticks the citizens can use to measure the state government's work so far? One month in office, how will you rate the government so far?

The loan approval by the PLHA for Gov. Mutfwang shows the financial malfeasance by the past administration of Gov. SBL but are there more details Plateau people need to know? Do you want to know more about the allegations of corruption by the past Chairmen of LGs in Plateau state? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Daniel Kungmi on the issues.

The incessant killings in the state has continued despite the governor’s effort and commitment to end it, the situation has continued still. The appointment of the new service chiefs has raised expectations of citizens on the situation, however, some are unsure. On the show, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be discussing with Chief Edinen Usoro on the state of security in the state, and the way forward. Do you believe the new administration possesses the necessary political determination to repatriate the invaders to their original locations?

What do you think of the approach of Gov. Caleb Mutfwang in the fight against insecurity in Plateau State? If Labour is mooting the idea of increase in minimum wage should government also contemplate increase in remuneration of political office holders? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pwakim Jacob Choji on the issues.

The decision to increase the salaries of politicians, judicial officials, and public office holders by 114 percent has sparked numerous reactions. This development has elicited strong criticism from civil society organizations, stakeholders, and fellow Nigerians. Many argue that it is the ordinary worker, whose current take-home pay is inadequate, that truly deserves a wage increment, rather than politicians. Do you think our politicians are allowing the poor breathe? What do you think is the rationale behind the increment? Join Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi on Let’s talk.

Would you rather have a performing team of Service Chiefs regardless of where they come from or insist on the principle of Federal Character? Gilbert Joseph will be speaking to Comr. Steve Aluko and Mr. Emmanuel Zopmal on the topic above.

Economic policies have consequences. The president of Nigeria has set the wheels in motion with some quick fire economic policies. The floating of the naira is one of such moves. However, different divides in the country have varying opinions on the floating of the naira. Some believe the floating is ill-timed while others believe it will set Nigeria on the path of economic prosperity. To make sense of what naira floating means and its effect on the economy, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking with Samuel Lashom, a financial & economic expert. Do you agree that the floating of the naira is best for the economy of the country?

Plateau state has had its fair share of attacks in the past years, with recent incidents only serving as unpleasant reminders. Are you optimistic that the sacking and retirement of Service Chiefs by President Bola Tinubu will do a lot in curbing the security challenges that have bedeviled the country? Gilbert Joseph will be cracking the hard nuts with Hon. John Racha do that effect.

Yesterday's move by the president to appoint new service chiefs has come with loud applause from the public. Some believe this was a move that should have been made by the former president. However, the reaction from the news was mixed as Nigerians were still grappling with the increased electricity tariff, which will start on July 11. On Let's Talk today, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking with Extravagant MalObi on the new appointments and increased electricity tariffs. Do you think the new service chiefs will improve the security situation in the country? What are the effects of the increased electricity tariff on Nigerians, and what can the government do better? Do you think the new tariff will be beneficial to Nigerians in the long run?

With the resurgence of killings in Plateau State and the increase in the number of IDPs, how can the state government better cater for the needs to IDPs. Do you support a group’s call for the withdrawal of the military to be replaced with Mobile Police in Plateau State? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with John Kelle and Peter Timkat on the issues.

The wanton killings in the state have continued despite the efforts of the governor to curtail the killings. On Let's Talk today, Abigail Siman and Emeka Umesi will be speaking to Dr Nyango Phillip on the governor's effort to curb the killings and the way forward. What measure should be put in place to stop the killings in Mangu and other parts of the States?

Sequel to the shutting down of local government secretariats in the state, what are some ways you would like for citizens to collaborate with government in Plateau state to ensure stability and quality leadership? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be doing a breakdown of the issues with Comrade Gad Shammaki.

Does the constitution empower the IGP to order that LG secretariats across Plateau State be shut? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Hon. Daniel Naanlong Gapyil and Barr. Menseh Madaki on the issues.

The housing crisis in Nigeria continues to be a big problem. On the show today, Abigail and Emeka will be speaking to officials from Gavis property on how to close the housing gap in Jos. Do you think the housing crisis in Jos should be a cause of concern for the government? What measures can be taken to mitigate poor housing?

Some dissolved Local Government Chairmen in Plateau state are adamant, they would not vacate office for any reason. What are the implications of this for a country trying very hard to uphold the rule of law? Have they earned the right to take such a decision and stick by it? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be speaking t Honorable Timothy Dantong and Dan Asema.

After months of political intrigue, behind-the-scenes maneuvers, and captivating drama, the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has emerged victorious, nominating four outstanding candidates for leadership positions in the Senate and House of Representatives. The elections were a spectacle to behold as these candidates claimed their victories. The nation buzzes with anticipation and concern as Godswill Akpabio and Tajudeen Abbas take the helm as speakers of different chambers. Now the big question on everyone's mind: Can the 10th National Assembly break free from the shadow of its predecessor and shed the infamous "Rubber Stamp" title? Will they rise to the occasion, delivering results that will leave a lasting impact? Stay tuned, as Abigail Siman & Emeka Umesi have a conversation with Mr Ceasar Payi on the 10th National Assembly .

What do you make of the newly elected National Assembly leadership? What are you expecting from both houses in terms of Executive -Legislature relationship? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a conversation with Dr. Philip Nyango about these issues.

30 years after the June 12 annulled election, Nigeria's democracy is still trodding forward. With Democracy day celebrated yesterday, and the president's speech inspiring hope in some, and raising eyebrows in others, Nigerians are still asking, has democracy served us well? Also, the President's effort in Nigeria's democratic process is well documented, making him an important piece in the Nigerian Democratic story. On Let's Talk today, Abigail and Emeka will be speaking with Professor Aduba & Salis Mohammed on the role of President Bola Tinubu on Nigeria's democracy. Has Nigeria's democracy developed in the last 30 years?

Africa has been criticized to have strong men instead of strong democratic institution? How can democratic institutions be strengthened in Nigeria instead of strong men? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Prince Valentine Adese JP and Menseh Madaki Esq on the issues.

Every June 12, the country celebrates democracy day, marking the historic moment in the country's history. Decades after, some have questioned the growth of the country's democracy. On Let's Talk, Abigail & Emeka will be speaking to Barrister Adama on the country's democratic journey and the way forward. Has Nigerian Democracy grown since 1993?

There has been rumor flying on the social media on LGs transition committee chairmen though there hasn’t been any official announcement from the government If the rumor is confirmed to be true, do you think that’ll set the tempo for administration at the LG level? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Com. Gad Shamaki on the issues.

With the insinuations that holding different power brokers is important in politics, at what point do you think leaders in the countryshould concentrate on winning elections? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a chat with Mr. John Kelle on Nigeria at Sunset.

Join Abigail and Emeka on this special edition of Let's Talk as Nigerians welcome a new government.

As Nigerians grapple with the aftershocks of the fuel subsidy removal, President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Economic Council to come up with inputs on palliatives and the minimum wage review as part of measures to cushion the pain of subsidy removal. Join Abigail and Emeka in a discussion with Comrade Steve Aluko on Let’s Talk.

Do you think the administration of Gov. Caleb Mutfwang is starting on a good note? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Chuwang George Pwajok on the issues.

Focus: STATE OF THE NATION 📌. Nigeria Air a scam: Nigeria Air MD breaks silence 📌. Election Tribunal: Update 📌. Fuel subsidy: NLC, affiliates divided over suspension of strike. What are your thoughts on these news stories? Join Abigail Siman & Emeka Umesi as they look in -depth on these issues with Extravagant Maloby and David Hundeyin on Let’s Talk.

The meeting between the FG and Labour over the fuel subsidy ended with the announcement by Labour that their planned strike action has been shelved. Do you want to know the economic implications of the removal of fuel subsidy? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Dr. Dagwom Dang ESQ on the issues.

The new administrations at the federal and state levels have been designing their cabinets. However, as the process of forming cabinets to help new administrations implement their policies and drive developmental change, complains are rising on the criteria used for appointments. On Let's Talk today, Abigail and Emeka will have a conversation with Prince Charles Dickson on Government Appointment: Competence Vs Representation. What should matter most in government appointments: the competence of a person barring ethnic or religious representation, or the need to satisfy ethnic and religious quota?

Bandits in Katsina state killed 50 persons at the weekend over their failure to pay levies imposed on their various communities. This came after President Bola Tinubu held meetings with the service Chiefs, warning that he would not accept them working at cross-purposes. The implication is that; It's either they are testing his resolve Or They are still having a field day and nothing has changed in the security situation. Chief Olabode has reiterated his unwillingness to support the Bola Tinubu Government but pledged instead to pray for Nigeria. In time past, he said he would consider leaving the country if Tinubu won. Going by his antecedents, would Chief Bode George change his stands and support the Tinubu government? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a conversation with Prince Valentine Adese and Mr. Simon Asemoh.

The United Nations reports that more than 400 million tons of plastic is produced every year worldwide, half of which is designed to be used only once. Of that, less than 10 per cent is recycled. An estimated 19-23 million tonnes end up in lakes, rivers and seas annually. Marking the World Environmental Day 2023, Abigail and Emeka will be speaking with Promise Salwau on where Nigeria is in plastic pollution and management, and the way forward. How Do You manage plastic waste? What effective means can plastic and other solid waste be managed?

What is your assessment of the first appointments made by President Bola Tinubu so far? Governor Caleb Mutfwang has vowed to arrest the security situation in Plateau state. What are some of the measures you would like to see him take in doing so? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Barr. Mense Madaki on Nigeria at Sunset.

Analysts are of the view that fuel subsidy removal in itself is not a problem. But where and how did President Bola Tinubu get it wrongly? Would the Federal Government succumb to pressure and go back on its decision? The Plateau state House of Assembly today suspended all the local government chairmen and councilors across the state with immediate effect. Would you like to understand the details as best as possible. Join Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph as they would be having a conversation with Hon. Pirfa Jingfa and Mr. Oyedeji Kayode about the issues.