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Religious violence and peaceful co-existence is the focus in this episode, Renny asked a Catholic Priest of the Catholic Archdiocese of Jos, Fr Gideon Pwakim  questions about the persistence of religious violence in Northern Nigeria and the search for peaceful co-existence.

With a plethora of political stories in the country, the impeccable duo of Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode analyzed the state of the nation in this episode.

Education is the bedrock of every economy, in this episode of #LetsTalk, Morenikeji hosted student union leaders of the University of Jos and Plateau State University as well as a member of ASUU to discuss the way forward in the midst of the ongoing strike by varsity's academic staff that has lasted for eight months.

In this episode of #NigeriaAtSunset with Ponsah Fanap & Opeyemi Akinyode, the member representing Langtang North Central at the Plateau State House of Assembly and a Tax and Finance Expert, Hon. Pirfa Jingfa Tyem answered questions on recently signed finance act of 2020 by President Muhammadu Buhari. He also made clarifications on the N16B declared by PSIRS as IGR.

In this episode of #LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga, Mr. Danjuma answered questions on the legislation of social media regulation as well as reforms in reforms and reduction in the cost of governance.

In this episode of #NigeriaAtSunset with Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode discussed the state of the nation with Ayuba Burki. He shared his thoughts on the hike in petrol price, Lalong insistence on hosting NAFEST while labour is threatening a strike, and the state of Plateau's economy amongst other sub-national and national issues.

The #LetsTalk conversation focused on national security, finding solutions to national security in the country. Buhari and the economy, Nigerians groan over an increase in living standards. 

On  the programme  #LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga, 9am Topic: Tracking Governance, Rights of Electorates Focus  Guests:   1. Godknows Richard Moses 2.  Geofrey John Gotep 3. Bar Dalan Maren  Questions: >> Demand for good governance is legitimate; how far have you gone in reaching out to your representatives in respect of demanding for account of stewardship within their stay in office? >>What is the role of the electorates or INEC  in recycling leaders? 

PMB recently announced to Nigerians that they should expect a recession but there wasn't any mention of how severe the recession will be. Gov. Simon Bako Lalong today presented to the PLHA the budget for 2021; how has the budget of 2020 impacted you? Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode would be asking Dr. Dagwom Dang the issues

On  the programme  #LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga, 9am Topic: The Role of Health workers in Combating COVID-19 and towards attaining Universal Health Coverage by 2023 in the midst of Eminent Second wave of COVID -19 Guests:   1.Mrs. Grace Langnap (Jos University Teaching Hospital)  2. Mrs. Mercy Lenka ( NANNM Chairman JUTHNANNM) National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives.  3. Dr. Solomon Chollom  (Med Lab Scientist / Virologist)   Questions: >How do you react to the news of people coming into the country and refusing to take a second test, what do you think are the the implications?  >>For anyone found flouting covid 19 regulations, what do you suggest as a deterrent or punishment?  >>Is corona virus real to you? >>What questions and concerns do you  have ?

DJ Switch on of the protesters at the #LekkiTollGate said they saw soldiers shooting allegedly at the protesters. The prolonged ASUU strike has cost young people their time, while lecturers would be paid for their time, students may not be paid. Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode would be asking Moses Koproda and Prince Miaphen the abode issues and many more

On  the programme  #LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga, 9am Topic: What can Nigeria Learn from US election & Democracy.  Guests:   1. Maloby Godson ( Centre For Dialogue, Enabling Environment for Sustainability Advocacy.  2. Dr. Plangsat Bitrus Dayil ( Lecturer, Department of Political Science, AG Director Centre for Gender & Woman Studies, University of Jos)    Questions: >What does Kamala Harris signify to women to color? >What does American election mean to you? >Is leadership about age? >What can we learn from AMERICA VOTES 2020? >What would be a game changer in Nigeria elections for you as a Nigerian

It has been widely reported that the FG directed the CBN to place restrictions (freeze) the bank accounts of some young people who championed the #EndSARS protest. Do you think the administration of PMB is tolerant of protest (dissent)? Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode would be asking John Kelle and Pam Fulus the issues?

On #ThePlenary today, Ponsah Fanap asked the publisher of Reality Newspaper, Valentine Adese questions about the same issues in the National Assembly as well as Buhari's thirst for foreign loan to finance a bogus budget without much impact on the Nigerian people. Mr Adese said, Nigeria can't go out of recession by borrowing and not utilizing the funds. He also said that, the essence for power is for the people. Listen to the replay of the show via the Jay FM podcast. Stream: www.jayfm.ng #LetsTalk

The social media regulation debate tiasef by the NGF has generated dust across the nation with a Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) lashing the the NGF.  What is the aggregate position of Federal lawmakers from Plateau State?  Ponsah Fanap would be asking Rep. Dachung Musa Bagos,  member representing Jos South/East federal constituency the issues  Listen: www.jayfm.ng/

On #LetsTalk today, Zoe Machunga explored the End SARS Protest,  Youth restiveness in Nigeria, and other matters arising! The episode answered the following questions:  >What are the biggest issues in the North of Nigeria?  >>How strategic is leaving these youths at home, the lingering crisis between ASUU and FG?  >>>Is there any implication of the US elections on Nigeria US relations, how important is the US elections to you? >>>Is there disparity with how police cases are handled in Different regions of the country? 

In this episode of #LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga, we had a conversation with our audience on the current happenings in Nigeria; the aftermath of the #EndSARS protest, the looting spree, the issues surrounding the social media bill amongst other trending conversations within and outside the country.

The US election is underway, who is ahead, Biden or Trump?  As American cast their votes in what will be the most tough week,  an international political commentator, James Sendi joined #NigeriaAtSunset with Ponsah Fanap to discuss some issues that will influence the outcome of the election and the interest of Nigeria and other African nations. Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive #LetsTalk

The issue of restructuring is one of the key. matters that came up again after the #EndSARS protest. On #LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga this morning The Chairman of the Plateau state chapter of the Nigeria Bar Association, Bawa Yakubu, Esq joined Zoe in the conversation to discuss the way forward. Mr Yakubu stated that the life of one Nigeria but we are yet to reach that level of development and nationhood.  He emphasized that the governance architecture of Nigeria must be restructured and that decentralization of power is an evidence of true federalism.  Mr Yakubu also said that the deliverance of Nigeria lies in the truth.  Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive #LetsTalk

Prof. Zachary Gundu joined this evening's #LetsTalk with Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode to discuss the state of the Nation and how to better grapple with the challenges that are faced by Nigeria.  According to Prof Gundu, the #EndSARS protest is a wakeup call to all Nigerians, and anyone that feels the protest has ended is a joker.  In another remarks, he said Nigerians won't trust the Judicial Panel of Enquiry due to the past experiences we've had in the country.  We can do more in Nigeria.  Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive #LetsTalk

#LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga explored the regulation of social media in the democratic and political journey of Nigeria.  Santos Larab, an independent researcher joined Zoe in the conversation. Mr Larab said, integrity is a mark of leadership and anyone who cannot tell truth to those in power irrespective of his/her social status has lost relevance in society. He also lamented about the state of the rule of law in Nigeria. Mr Larab said, In Nigeria, a few people are above the law and most people are under the law.

To wrap up this week's #NigeriaAtSunset with Ponsah Fanap & Opeyemi Akinyode, we explored the aftermath of the suspension of the #EndSARS Protest; The Winners and The Losers as well as the outburst that followed Hon Desmond Elliot's comment on the regulation of social media.  David Joseph Umar joined Opeyemi in the conversation. According to Mr Umar, the #ENDSars protest is a commendable exercise. In his opinion, he said that it's okay to regulate the social media; since the regulation is not a total ban but an effort to curb chaos.  Listen to the replay of the show and other previous episodes via our podcast.  Happy weekend, stay out of trouble.  Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive #LetsTalk

On #NigeriaAtSunset with Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode today, Nigerians shared their throughts on the recent happenings across the country, including the arraignment of those who looted public and private properties by the Plateau state government.

On this morning's of #LetsTalk with Zoe Machunga, we explored a media perspective to the comment by Lai Mohammed on social media regulations, lessons from the #EndSARS protest as well as the aftermath of the looting spree.  Zoe was joined by the Chairman of the National Union of Journalist, Plateau state chapter, Mr Paul Jatau and a veteran Journalist with Reality newspaper, Valentine Adese.  Mr Jatau stressed the need for citizens to leverage fact checking platforms as a way to curb misinformation. He also encouraged journalists to always give fair and credible reportage.  According to Mr Adese, it's not wise for the government to charge the said hoodlums to court, he encouraged them to use another approach.  The youth must take charge but we have to avoid chaos by all means. In Zoe's words, always verify information before sharing.  Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive #LetsTalk #JayfmLive

Since governance is run on ideas, the #NigeriaAtSunset with Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode were joined by the disciples of late Senator GNS Pwajok, who ideas played a core role in the success of the administration of Jonah Jang.  According to one of the disciples, Senator GNS is an ideology, that covers leadership, governance, justice and inclusive participation. Since the cultural norms in Nigeria have had a negative impact on youth and women in politics and leadership, the foundation has made those challenges her thematic areas.  John Kele in his remarks said, GNS Pwajok transformed himself to represent the character of the offices he served in.  Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive #NigeriaAtSunset #JayFMLive

In a press release, the Plateau state government said that those caught allegedly looting would be prosecuted in accordance with the extant laws has been generating conversations.  This evening on #NigeriaAtSunset, Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode sampled the opinions of Godfrey Matthew Esq and Comrade Steve Aluko as regards the press release.  According to Mr Matthew, instead of prosecuting palliative looters, government should rehabilitate them. He further stated that the judicial process is a waste of resources, he advised the government to leverage approach for swift reconciliation.  In his reaction, Comrade Aluko said that government should be able to protect lives and properties not just palliatives. He also encouraged the government to bridge the communication gap. Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive

In a press release, the Plateau state government said that those caught allegedly looting would be prosecuted in accordance with the extant laws has been generating conversations.  This evening on #NigeriaAtSunset, Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode sampled the opinions of Godfrey Matthew Esq and Comrade Steve Aluko as regards the press release.  According to Mr Matthew, instead of prosecuting palliative looters, government should rehabilitate them. He further stated that the judicial process is a waste of resources, he advised the government to leverage approach for swift reconciliation.  In his reaction, Comrade Aluko said that government should be able to protect lives and properties not just palliatives. He also encouraged the government to bridge the communication gap. Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive

On #TheMorningJay today, Zoe Machunga led a conversation on the state of the nation with @Omojuwa, Dan Manjang, Dr. Meshak, and Mr. Luka Pampe. According to @Omojuwa, the Nigerian youth have shown that they are awake and they shouldn't be distracted. On the distribution of palliatives in Plateau state, Dan Manjang, the Plateau Commissioner of Information stated that all CACOVID palliatives were distributed across the state. Mr. Manjang also called on citizens should learn to trust the Govt. Dr. Meshak said that there's a huge trust deficit between the govt and the people. To bridge this deficit, Luka said the government should engage the people.

Today on #NigeriaAtSunset with Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode, the Chairman of the Youth Wing of CAN, Plateau State, Pharm. Markus Kanda Audu and Ali Ali, the State Secretary of the National Council of Muslim Youth Organization had a conversation along the lines of entrenching peace on the Plateau. According to Ali Ali, religion is an instrument of brainwash; divide, and rule. In his remarks, Pharm. Markus stated that since trust has been lost between the people and the government, the government should bridge the gap by taking actions that are measurable by the governed.

On #TheMorningJay today, Zoe Machunga led a conversation on the state of the nation with @Omojuwa, Dan Manjang, Dr. Meshak, and Mr Luka Pampe. According to @Omojuwa, the Nigerian youth have shown that they are awake and they shouldn't be distracted. On the distribution of palliatives in Plateau state, Dan Manjang, the Plateau Commissioner of Information stated that all CACOVID palliatives were distributed across the state. Mr. Manjang also called on citizens should learn to trust the Government. 

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