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What priority issues would you like the electoral umpire and the citizenry to consider ahead of tomorrow's exercise?Guests: Mr. Plangji Cishak (Chairman, PLASIEC) and Comrade Gad Shammaki Ph.D.

Governor Mutfwang has once again reiterated that the forthcoming Local Government elections will be free, fair and credible, urging the people to come out to exercise their franchise.Join Richard Badung on Let’s Talk, as he tackles the matter at hand.Guest: Joseph Adudu(Veteran Journalist and Public Affairs Analyst

It's two days to the much-awaited Local Government elections on the Plateau, political parties have intensified campaigns in order to get the acceptance of the electorates.The two major political parties i.e. the ruling party, People's Democratic Party, PDP and the major opposition party, All Progressive Congress, APC are both major contenders in the October 9 election for the seat of the Local Government chairman in the 17 local governments of the state.Richard Badung will be discussing the pivotal topic as he takes a look at how democracy can be identified on the Plateau.Guests: Dogo Nanzing(Principal Special Adviser to the Governor)Engr Kevin Pankshin(Member of APC)

As PLASIEC is ready to conduct LG elections next week, are you satisfied with the preparedness of PLASIEC and are the candidates addressing your concerns in their campaigns?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya on the issues.

With most government-owned tertiary institutions across the country increasing school fee charges sessions after sessions, further burdening parents and independent students in order to stay afloat, how can these schools creatively sustain themselves in the face of a new reality? Do you think the Federal Government is doing enough to ensure access to quality education in Nigeria? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph will be talking to the Unijos SUG president, Sambo N. Peter and the Speaker, Joshua Uguwamba.

Plateau State branch in collaboration with National Senior Citizens Centre celebrates International Day of the Older Person's and National Day of the Older Person's, celebrated on the 1st and 5th of October respectively.The program is organized to celebrate the older citizens for their time and devotion to nation's development.Join Richard Badung as we discuss the efforts of the older citizens in nation building and the impact of the day.Speakers: Dr Esther IsmailaDr Onyike Abraham OnyikeMrs Esther Bitrus

What are your expectations from the new Plateau Youth Council (PYC) elected executives?Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph will be talking to Panan Gondeng, Chairman of the PYC on the issues.

What does being a Nigerian citizen mean to you?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Mallam Haroun Audu on the issues

Nigeria celebrated 64 years as a nation marking total sovereignty from the colonial masters, since 64 years, we’ve ever hoped for a better NigeriaThe conversation will go down the line as Richard Badung will play host to Prince Valentine Adeseh, a veteran Journalist.

What does being a Nigerian citizen mean to you?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Mallam Haroun Audu on the issues

Nigeria @ 64: Nigerians are facing the most challenging times in the nation’s history since independence, with hike in petrol and high standard of living in the nation.Join Richard Badung as we discuss the state of Nigeria and independence, how have we been able to prosper as a nation significantly?Guest: Bar Menseh Madaki(Senior Legislative Assistant to the Senator Representing Plateau North Senatorial Zone)

The trial of Samuel Bature who allegedly defamed, peddled injurious falsehood and cyber stalked the Governor of Plateau state, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang commenced today.How would you suggest that the Governor of Plateau state regulates the various departments under his control?Join Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph as they speak with Mr. Santos Ayuba L. and Hon. Kevin Pankshin on this issue.

Plateau State citizens have shown concern regarding the arrest of Samuel Samuel II, who posted on Facebook against the government of the day.How has this action tampered with the freedom of speech and expression?Richard Badung will be in holding a conversation regarding the situation with a well respected legal practitioner, Barrister John Amama

A Facebook user with the name of Samuel has been in detention for a post he made alleging that Gov. Caleb Mutfwang is using a car worth over N200M.Although there has been criticisms over Samuel’s continued detention, the authorities have continued to hold him in detention.Should Samuel be charged to court to answer and substantiate the allegation he has made or his continued detention?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pamson Dagyat and Barr. Ali Ado Katyen on the issues.

With the confirmation of Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria by the Senate, what are some of the improvements you'll like for her to make in the country's justice sector?And how should the undue pressure by litigants especially politicians be curtailed?

Let's Talk: Nigeria @ 64: Since Nigeria got independence in 1960, power tussle, economic imbalance and social development have dwindled overtime, with just a few enjoying the system has it evolves.One will easily say that the British government handed over a template that won't work so they have some partial control, another might even say the military rule distorted some of the good plans, another might still want to say the Nigeria constitution of 1999 (as amended) has not been much effective as their have been several call for the change in constitution.Well, of all the thoughts above, which has been a major problem affecting Nigeria since independence.

The Plateau Youth Council (PYC) has finally conducted its state election today.What key priority areas would you like the leadership to address after so much 'division' in the past years?Guest: Dr. Philip Nyango, immediate past Chairman, PYC ELCOM.

The major opposition party on the Plateau, All Progressive Congress, APC have no doubt lost most of its members to the ruling PDP, in the state.It’s two weeks to the local government elections, as a build up to the election on October 9th, the APC will have to win the heart of Plateau citizens to win seats. 325 councilor seats and 17 local government chairmen seats are to be jostled for.What has the APC done to perfect their wrongs?Let’s have a round table discussion on the opposition can be healthy competitors in the election.Guest: Engr Kevin Pankshin

Gov. Caleb Mutfwang is currently attending the UNGA 79 in New York, USA. What partnerships would you like to see the Governor go into that’ll be PF immense benefits to the people?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya on the issues.

This year's world pharmacists day is billed for 25th October, 2024, with the aim of meeting global health needs. With the rising costs of drugs and the high costs of living, the ordinary Nigerian has not been able to acquire proper medical care. How can pharmacists in Nigeria meet global health needs, in this difficult time? Join Richard Badung as he shed light on the topic of discuss. Guest: Pharm (Dr) Lohdip Domjul Chairman PSN Plateau State. Pharm(Dr) Meshak Dayol Chairman, Planning Committee

With barely two weeks to the conduct of the LG election, are you confident in the process and are those contesting addressing your concerns in their campaigns?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Prof. Obed Nanjul Goselle and Hon. Timothy Golu on the issues

It's less than three weeks to the Local Government election of the plateau which is set for October 9th, 2024, the People's Democratic Party, PDP might have gained from the defection but what happens to the early strategized plans.Richard Badung will be on this topic, discussing the political matter with a member of the People's Democratic Party, PDP.

This year's theme of the International Day of Peace is: Cultivating the culture of Peace.How can you cultivate the culture of peace?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Plateau Peace Practitioners Network (PPPN) on the issues.

With the return of the some heavy weights to the PDP in Kanam, do you think the ruling PDP win Kanam LGC? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Amb. Dalawa Muazu on the issues.

EDO GOV POLL: it's two days to the governorship election in Edo State, Nigeria, the race is getting tougher amongst political parties, giving their last minute strategies in who wins the seat of the governor in the state. Who deserves the Edo State Governor's seat? Join Richard Badung as he discuss the build up to the election with Enantomhen Andrew.

As the LG election is drawing near, are the candidates addressing your most urgent concerns in their campaigns? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya on the issues

State of the Nation: According to statiscal report published by National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, Nigeria economy performed greatly improved by 32% in the month of August, 2024.With the current situation in Nigeria, how can we balance the situation?It will be a conversation that will go down with Richard Badung on Let's Talk.Guest: John KellePublic Affairs Analyst

PLASIEC has repeatedly said it is deploying technology in the conduct of the upcoming LG election.Do you want to know the kind of technology PLASIEC will be using and how it’ll help improve the electoral process?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Kingsley Michael and Emmanuel Efosa both are IT experts working with PLASIEC on the new technology.

Defection in Nigeria political space has suddenly become a norm, especially when the government in power is different from the previous government.On the Plateau, quite a number of notable personalities have recently switched allegiance to the ruling PDP from the APC, this very act is a norm the opposition party is known for all over the country.Richard Badung will be in a round table conversation on the subject matter aboveGuest: Nanven Haruna MamdamActing National Secretary,Peoples Redemption Party (PRP)

The former Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Saleh Yipmong over the weekend resigned his membership of the APC to join the PDP with thousands of his supporters.As it stands now, two heavy weights that were formerly in the APC from Kanam LGA have returned to the ruling PDP on the Plateau.Do you think the PDP will win Kanam LGA at the forthcoming LG election with this development?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Sadiq Kwaltomai on the issues.

PYC ELECTION 2024: It's another round of election for Plateau Youths to vote a leader who will take the helm of affairs, with time ticking so fast, it's just 9 days to the election that was scheduled for September 25th. Join Richard Badung as he speaks to the Electoral Committee of the PYC on their level of preparation for the election.Guest: Dr Philip Nyango(Chairman ELCOM, Plateau Youth Council)

What can the governments at all levels and the citizens do to mitigate the effects of frequent devastating floods in the country? Join Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph on Nigeria at Sunset.

Plateau State House of Assembly on Wednesday swore the remaining members elect that were yet to be a part of plenary into office since the sack of 16 members of the People's Democratic Party, PDP in the Assembly. The swearing-in took place during plenary by the speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Dewan K. Gabriel. This shows that the Plateau State House of Assembly now have a full house of 24 members. Join Richard Badung to discuss on Let's Talk, now that the APC now have the majority on the floor of the house, what is next? Guest: Joseph Adudu(Plateau State House of Assembly, Correspondent)

Are you optimistic that Dangote’s PMS will hit the market thus reducing the cost of pump price of PMS?Pundits have said the strength of democracy under PBAT is waning with the wanton arrest of individuals on trump up charges leveled against individuals.Should this be viewed as something starting with the PBAT administration or something with the Nigerian state?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya and Dr. Nyam Azi on the issues.

As the Nigerian economy continues to bite on citizens across the nations, Private schools on the Plateau have likewise extend the same pain to the parents/guardians across the state, as lots of them were left complaining about the recent hike in tuition fees/school fees making it a matter of utmost concern as to how and where they can afford to pay this tuition fees?It would be recalled that some of the private schools in the state resumed on Monday, 9th September with almost 50% or more increase in tuition fees tagging it on the Nigerian economy.Join Richard Badung on let's Talk as he looks intoWhat should be done as the circumstances surrounding the current situation seems to be inevitable?Guests: Pastor Emmanuel Alonge(Academic Consultant for both Public and Private Schools)

The DSS yesterday released Joe Ajaero on bail just before the ultimatum given by the NLC would expire leaving Nigerians question why he was arrested and detained in the first instance.Do you think democracy is thriving under PBATs administration?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Prince Valentine Adese and Pwakim Jacob Choji on the issues.

The Minister of state Health, and Social Welfare, Tunji Alausa is scheduled to commission a state of the art warehouse for the use of the Plateau state Drugs and Medical Commodities Management Agency.Why the need for such a facility and how did the Plateau state government pull it off? Nigerians were stunned at the weekend to learn of President Bola Tinubu's Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Special Envoy on Climate change and Project Green, Chief Ajuri Ngelale's resignation due to serious family health concerns.But reports have emerged indicating that he was a 'victim' of a rift among power brokers in the Villa.What could have gone wrong and how is the president calling the shorts or there is a 'cabal' dictating things at the Villa yet again?Guests: Pharm. Kim Jerry Bot, Executive Secretary, PS-DMCMA and Dr. Solomon Kwakfut.

It is less than one month to the LG elections. Preparation by PLASIEC is in top gear as the commission has repeatedly said it’ll poised a free, credible and fair election.Do you have any question(s) regarding the election?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Plangji Cishak, chairman of PLASIEC on the issues.

With the numerous institutions of higher learning on the Plateau, innovation and technology is supposed to be the fruits citizens are enjoying because of the presence these institutions. But are these institutions of higher learning truly impacting positively on society? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Prof. Nanven Gambo, the VC of Karl Kumm University on the issues.

How are you adjusting to life in these crazy economic times?Share with us the austere measures you’re taking.Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with you on the issues.

In a bid to restore our African heritage, Plateau State Ministry of Culture and Tourism in collaboration with private organization have set the ball rolling to help restoring the lost cultural heritage on the Plateau and Nigeria.Civilization has played a major role in affecting our cultural heritage while our identity is lost on a daily basis, the need to restore our identity and make it stronger is what we search for.How can this heritage of ours be restored?Join Richard Badung on let’s Talk, as the subject matter will be critically looked into.Guest: Hon. Musa Ashoms (int. Commissioner, Tourism, culture and Hospitality)Chef Nathan Nimnang Joseph(CHEF MENTORS EMBASSY)

NNPCL yesterday did an upward review of the price of PMS making Nigerians groan and ponder whether there’s an end to the hardship they’re already facing.Is there an end in sight to this economic hardship caused by the the PBATs administration? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya and Dr. Nyam Azi on the issues.

Do you want to know how basic education is doing and what reforms the state government is making in that regard?Also, the welfare of teachers should be a priority but what is the commitment that government has done to make that happen?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Mr. Sunday Amuna of PSUBEB on the issues.

A heavy weight of the APC on the Plateau from Kanam LGC, Hon. Dayyabu Garga over the weekend resigned his membership of the APC amidst cheers from members of the PDP. He has since said he is going back to the PDP.Do you think this move will affect the chances of the APC retaining the LG; considering the fact that Kanam boasts itself as a strong hold of the APC?Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Prof. Nanjul Obed Goselle and SB Garga (via phone) on the issues.

Accountability in our society is a major activity that helps understand the level at which we've spent our lifetime.In line with this fundamental part of our lives, the Association of National Accountants in Nigeria (ANAN) will be explaining the purpose of the body.Join Richard Badung as he discuss the important matter aboveGuest: Dr Friday Effiong Akpan(D. G, ANAN)Dr Okike Benjamin (Director of Studies, ANAN)Mr Cyril Umoh

Plateau State House of Assembly has indeed reduced the tenure of elected local government officials from three to two years. This decision was made on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.According to the house committee chairman on information, Matthew Kwarpo, this decision was prompted by the recent autonomy granted to local governments across the country by the Supreme Court.What effect will this decision have in the development of the local governments in the state?Richard Badung will be having this conversation with a guestBarrister Menseh Madaki(LEGAL PRACTITIONER and SENIOR LEGISLATOR AIDE to the Senator Plateau North Senatorial zone) See less

With the Plateau Youth Council (PYC) Electoral Committe (ELCOM) insisting that it cannot be influenced to favour any aspirant in the September election of the body, it has met resistance by some individuals perceived to be interested in holding unto power.What’s your recommendation to all actors in the PYC in the interest of the general good of the youth?Guest: Dr. Philip Nyango, Chairman, PYC ELCOM.Edit

The PYC is gearing up towards its elections. There are issues coming up especially that Electoral Committee (El-COM) have sought and gotten permission for use of premises every Thursday to brief Plateau youths of the preparations for the elections. But there was a press statement today signed by the chairman and secretary saying what the El-Com is doing is illegal with the use of space.Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Walshak Kumwen on the issues.

President Bola Tinubu will soon present the whistleblowing policy to the National Assembly for legislative action.This is according to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun.“Implementing the whistle-blowing policy in Nigeria issues, challenges and the way forward.” How will this policy change the narrative when it comes to our political system and how it is being run?Join the conversation on Let's Talk as Richard Badung will be discussing some of the issues underlined in the matter.