PLATEAU STATE GOVERNMENT THANKS CITIZENS FOR SUSTAINING PEACE… GOV LALONG.
By Moses Gbande
Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong says sustained hosting of land mark activities in the state is testimony of the restoration of peace in the state.
As such Governor Lalong assures he will continue to take deliberate measures to open up the state to the rest of the world for social and economic development.
In a press statement issued by the Plateau State Commissioner of information and Communication, Hon. Dan Manjang said Governor Lalong stated this after participating in the annual Plateau Radio Television “Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony” on 1st December 2019 at Rayfield to ursher in the Yuletide activities in the state, the Governor thanked citizens for keying into the first policy thrust of his administration which focuses on “Peace,Security & Good Governance.
The Governor in the statement assured that the PRTV event which coincides with the yearly musical extravaganza “ Jos Chilling” will henceforth attract top Music acts from the state and those who cut their teeth in Jos.
He said his administration has embraced the Christmas Tree Lighting because of its spiritual significance and its message of peace that resonates across the world.
Lalong thanked security agencies,non state actors, traditional, religious and youth leaders for their effort in peace building.
He implored youth to desist from social vices and not to allow themselves to be used to foment crises.
High point of the event was the lighting up of the Christmas Tree with fireworks lighting up the dark sky.
Veteran gospel music act Panam Percy Paul, fast rising star Niken Chuwang & Plateau born secular rap artiste Ice Prince Zamani were among performers who thrilled the large audience.
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Nasarawa Reporters 