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 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 statement issued by Dan Manjang, State Commissioner of Information
and Communication quotes the Governor as assuring 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.