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With the effort of the current state government to reposition the education sector in Plateau State, how concerned are you about what pundits have described as the "false alarm" raised by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that the Plateau State University, Bokkos, risks losing recognition and accreditation by the National Universities Commission (NUC)?Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph will be talking to the institution's Registrar, Mr. Yakubu Ayuba.

LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: LET’S TALK (11TH APRIL, 2024)

As the Plateau State government is trying to revive the Plateau State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (PLASEMSAS), do you think this very important service will help manage emergency medical care?

Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Dr. Bapina Audu and Dr. Stephen Bishmang on the issues

LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: LET’S TALK (10TH APRIL, 2024)

The APC Plateau State chapter has blown hot over how Speaker Dewan Kutdangbena sworn in some of their members while leaving some. But pundits have said that the APC needs ask whether there’s discipline in the party?

Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya and Tongzum Barde on the issues

Transport Palliative: As a means to cushion the cost of transportation in the state after the immediate removal of fuel subsidy on May 29,2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Plateau State governor, Bar. Caleb Mannaseh Mutfwang made it known to Plateau citizens that the state government under his watch will cushion the effects of the removal of subsidy by providing transport Palliative to the citizens.What has caused the delay of operation in the use of these vehicles in the state?Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung will discuss the above matter live, don't miss out.Guest; Hon. Jatau Dabo Gyang( Commissioner for Transport, Plateau State)Mr Dickson Adama(Head Daily trust Newspaper, Trust TV, Jos, Plateau State)

The APC Plateau State chapter has blown hot over how Speaker Dewan Kutdangbena sworn in some of their members while leaving some. But pundits have said that the APC needs ask whether there’s discipline in the party? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya and Tongzum Barde on the issues.

Electricity Tariff: The cry of Nigerians since the over two hundred percent increase in electricity tariff has continuously grown and to this effect, many businesses have been affected by the recent development by the National Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC. How can this policy affect the nation in a positive way? Join Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung to discuss the above conversation Guests: Ajang Ajiji Joseph Adudu

Truck drivers have carried out their one-day sit-at-home to protest the Government's Executive Order 003 –albeit with a partial compliance –which restricts the movement of articulated vehicles to ease traffic congestion in the city center and curtail the hitherto rampant accidents. What is your honest opinion on this state of affairs in Plateau State?

The Hon. Commissioner of Information, Musa Ashoms is guest to Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph as they beam the searchlight on this matter.

Marketers and traders in collaboration with other unions on Wednesday embarked on a one day protest against the Executive Order of the state government and heavy fines placed on defaulters.

At this point, should the government use the stick approach or clamp down on some of their orders?The conversation will go live with Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem, joining the duo will be,

Guest: Extravagant Maloby

Do you see the Labour Party surviving its current crisis following the revelations by the Obi-Datti campaign spokesperson, Tanko Yunusa that the Party's Chairman, Julius Abure refused to listen to the Party's candidate in last year's general election, Peter Obi's advice by holding its national convention?The Army has called on Nigerians to keep faith with the military as it combats insecurity in the country. How can citizens support the security agencies in this regard? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Comr. Steve Aluko on the State of the Nation.

Easter celebration is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, over thousands of years, Christians all over the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.With the recent economic hardship in the country, the celebration which is said to be one of it's kind turned out to be low-key.What message should our leaders use in making Nigeria better for the common man?Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung will have the above conversation with Pastor Terkimbi Tiza

Railway Service: It's been about five months since the Plateau state government bought train into the state to help ameliorate the cost of transportation in the state.How can the said delay be hastened to help the state government achieve it's aim?Na’omi Kareem and Richard Badung will be having this conversation with Guest: VALENTINE ADESEH

Students of Nasarawa State University, Keffi were thrown into mourning after two students were confirmed dead on Friday as students of the school broke into the school field to carry arranged palliatives of the government for themselves. What has been the reaction of the government to the said situation? Joining Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem as they discuss with Dr Nawani Aboki and Moses John

The Agricultural has been projected to beat the oil and gas sector in Nigeria in terms of revenue generation. What extra steps in addition to those already taken by the Plateau State Government would you like to see taken to boost that sector in Plateau State? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be engaging Mr. Suleiman Ishaku, Programme Manager of PADP.

President Tinubu has directed from March 1st, that ministers in his cabinet will not go on foreign trips.
What do you think of these stories and other that you may want to analyze for us? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with you on the issues.

Every March 22nd of every year is a day to celebrate water all over the world. How can we make water sufficient to the rocky hills areas on the Plateau? Kareem and Richard Badung will discuss the matter live. GUEST: NANGOR NDAM
(Publicity Officer, Plateau State Water Board)

Societies thrive largely by choosing the leaders they believe would put their interests first and working to make their lives better. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Mr. Robert Kopla and Mr. Jugu Sunday

What is the focus of the government towards ensuring a safe Plateau and a clean Jos city. Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem will discuss live with, Guest: Hon. Musa Ibrahim Ashoms ( Commissioner for Information, Plateau State)

It is one year since the election that produced Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang as the Executive Governor of Plateau State. Looking back at your participation in the exercise, how do you feel so far? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph will be having a conversation with Mr. Gyang Bere, The Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor (DOPA).

The government signed the executive order into law giving penalties to every offense. How will the implementation help grow the plateau and it's sustainable plan? GUEST: Arc Hart Bankat
(G. M Jos Metropolitan Development Board (JMDB)

SSANU and NASU down tools over alleged unfair treatment and disparity in the payment of salaries by the Federal Government. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with the union leaders of the university.

What measures need to be put in place in order to safeguard our educational system from enemies of education?Join Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung as they hold the above conversation.GUEST: Hon. Nyalum Moh'd Salihu (Commissioner for Education "Secondary")

The month of March is recognized as World Wheelchair month. How can the gap be bridged by government and well-meaning individuals in society?What is the urgency that society fails to see in this respect? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph are poised to look at this topic with Ms. Yvonne Jack, a wheelchair user.

The Plateau State Governor ban illegal constructions and the control of vehicular traffic in the greater Jos-Bukuru metropolis. How does this come to you especially as articulated vehicles have made a habit of obstructing traffic in the township which affects the road facilities? Join Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph as they talk to the GM of JMDB, Arc. Hart Bankat.

With the Assembly having just eight members, what is the possibility that the sacked lawmakers may regain their seat? Join Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem as they converse with Valentine Adeseh - Nigeria Judicial Reporter.

What are some of the roles that women can play in the quest for lasting peace in the society? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to Ms. Libabatu Mohammed and Funmilola Rachael Oyelade.

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary, turning points in history is to enable builders give their best. How best can we enable builders give their best in building? Join Na’omi Kareem and Richard Badung as they discuss with NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF BUILDING. 

What do you think about the allegation made by Sen. Abdul Ningi that the 2024 Appropriation Bill was padded? Do you want a more transparent budget presentation/defense process? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya and Joseph Adudu on the issues.

Does the president need lands from the governors before he fights insecurity? Join Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem as they converse with Extravagant Maloby.

Higher education is an essential part of any society that wants to progress but what if morale is low and students migrate to other places in search of a better higher education? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with the Rector Plateau State Polytechnic, Dr. Clement Cirman on the issues.

A total of 287 pupils and students were abducted during the attack on Thursday in Kaduna. How can the government stop this threat to education, which is also seen as a threat to life?

Join Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung on Let's Talk to discuss the above matter with Dickson Adama, Head Daily trust, Trust TV, Jos.

There has been so much concern about the need to reopen the borders of Nigeria to ease the current hardship. Do you buy this idea, and what can it change with regards to the economy and businesses? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would like to here from you.

The Plateau Tin Metro City Buses are set to commence actions. How are these buses expected to operate within the Jos metropolis? Join Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung on the above conversation.
GUESTS: MUSA ASHOMS
Hon. Commissioner for Information, Plateau State.
Hon. Samuel GWOTT
General Manager, Plateau Express Services, LTD.

The Plateau State House of Assembly debacle has undoubtedly taken a political tone despite the fact that elections have been done with. What in your considered view could be the reason behind this?
Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be talking to the Special Adviser to the Executive Governor on Strategic Communications, Hon. Timothy Golu.

The youths and supporters of both the APC and suspended PDP lawmakers both clashed just around the entrance to the Plateau State House of Assembly. Do you buy in the delay of the speaker? Could this also be an act of contempt of the law? Richard Badung will be having the discussion live, join in as we host our guest.
GUEST: JOSEPH ADUDU

Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has vowed to diversify the state's economy by harnessing the huge potentials in the agricultural sector to alleviate the economic hardships facing the citizens. What can be done to achieve this goal despite the security challenges being faced on the plateau? Join Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung as they hold the conversation live.
GUEST: PRINCE VALENTINE ADESEH

Is the Local Government administration in Nigeria as important as all other tiers of government. What can the Special advisers and directors sworn in by the governor bring to the table henceforth? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be speaking to Hon. Markus Artu, TIC Chairman of Mangu Local Government on these and more.

How can the Ministry of Lands, Survey and Town planning collaborate with other MDA's to bring about proper town planning? Join Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung as they host the Commissioner for Lands, Survey and Town planning, Peter Gai and Surveyor General, Ministry of Lands, Survey and Town planning,
Surveyor Sati Tagwi Sunday.

What is the current state of Tourism in Plateau State, Nigeria's "Home of Peace and Tourism" after some shadow was cast on the state due to pockets of attacks in the recent past? Guest: Mr. Chuwang Pwajok, General Manager, Plateau State Tourism Management Board. Hosts: Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph.

How have you been coping with the scarcity of water as the dry season is reaching its peak? Do you think the govt is doing all it can to ameliorate the suffering?
Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Barr. JK Chris, the Legal Secretary of Jos Water Services Corporation

What can we do to raise the level of awareness and promote recycling? Join Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem as they converse with Benson Dotun Fasanya Executive Director Centre for Earth Works And Jimmy Adeniran - Chairman Yankwalabe Development Association.

There are concerns about tricycle operators going out of jobs in Plateau State. Do you share the same view or you think that the availability of alternatives will serve best? Ponsah Fanap and Gilbert Joseph would be having a chat with Mr. Polycarp Auta and Comr. Gad Peter.

What can be done to expand the business areas and business activities in the state?
Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem will be hosting Arc. Hart Bankat, General Manager, Jos Metropolitan Development Board (JMDB).

What are community youth leaders doing to control the anger people are having with government over the economic hardships and the rising cost of living? Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Richard Egbita and Kefas Dagin on the issues.

Plateau State has confirmed the arrival of numerous buses to help reduce the cost of transportation in the state. How are the buses expected to operate in the state, considering the size and population of the citizens of the state? Joining Naomi Kareem and Richard Badung on Let's Talk: Guest: Samuel Gwott (General Manager, Plateau Express). 

How Well is The Nigerian Government Doing to FIX THE ECONOMY? Ponsah Fanap &Joseph Gilbert Joseph speak with Adudu and Dr. Philip Nyango.

How can we revamp the basic education in the public sector on the Plateau? What must be done in order to build a state where education is cheap and of high quality? Richard Badung and Naomi Kareem will be having the discussion live with Sunday Amuna - PLATEAU STATE SUBEB CHAIRMAN