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Christian leaders to stage protest over Plateau killings during Easter

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*Says, will not be silent

By Francesca Hangeior

Christian leaders in Plateau have announced plans to stage a protest over the unending attacks and killings in the state.

The protest, scheduled for Easter Monday, will be held under the banner of the “2nd Peace Walk Against Continuous Killings”.

Dr Gideon ParaMallam, president of the Gideon and Funmi Peace Foundation and a member of the protest planning committee, confirmed the development.

ParaMallam said the procession was organised by denominational leaders and the Plateau chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).Nigerian cultural tours

His words: “Between March 27th and April 2nd, 2025, nearly 80 innocent lives were brutally cut short in Bokkos local government area. This does not include Bassa LGA and other parts of Nigeria.

“As a mark of honour for the dead and a cry for justice, the Church is organising a 2nd Peace Walk to demand an end to these senseless, unprovoked, and continuous attacks in Plateau state and other parts of Nigeria.

“We must not be silent. We must not allow their blood to cry out unheard.”

He said the protest would begin at the PRTV roundabout in Jos and end at the New Government House in Little Rayfield.

ParaMallam said the demonstrators will deliver their demands to President Bola Tinubu through Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang.

He called on all Christians in the state to join the procession dressed in black as a symbol of mourning.

He said: “The protest is a call for peace, justice, and security for every life on the Plateau and across Nigeria.

“We have asked all Christians to wear black to church on Easter Sunday, 20th, and during the Peace Walk on Monday, 21st.

“Black, red, and white clothes are to be worn as visible symbols of our mourning — black for grief, red to call for an end to the killings, and white to represent peaceful resistance to impunity.”

The protest follows a series of deadly attacks in Plateau.

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Abandoned health facility for 40years gets new lease of life as Senator Manu moves for its completion(Photos)

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June 12, 2026

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It was jubilation galore midweek as the Senator representing Taraba Central Senatorial District , Haruna Manu moved for the completion of a health facility abandoned over 40 years ago in Garba Chede, Bali Local Government Area.

On behalf of the Senator, Professor Yusha’au Bali, has officially flagged off the completion of a comprehensive health center in Garba Chede, Bali Local Government Area.

This beautiful development addresses a critical need for the community, as the hospital project had remained unfinished for over 40 years.

The residents of Garba chede expressed great joy and gratitude for the Senator’s commitment to finally set to completing the long-awaited healthcare facility.

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Democracy Day: Senator Manu rejoices with constituents and Nigerians saying let’s remain steadfast better days are ahead

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June 12, 2026

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The Senator representing Taraba Central Senatorial District Senator Haruna Manu has facilitated with his constituents and Nigerians as the country celebrates 27 years of unbroken democracy enjoining Nigerians to remain steadfast.

Senator Manu disclosed this in a congratulatory message where he enjoined his constituents to remain steadfast and still have faith in the Nigerian project as better days are ahead of us.

The immediate past deputy governor of Taraba called on all Nigerians to continue to believe in democratic governance.

He advised youths to remain consistent and actively participate in the Nigerian democratic process as it can speed up their growth in all human endeavours.

Congratulations as we celebrate today.

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DEMOCRACY DAY: Tinubu honours seasoned journalists, Lad Bonuola, Louis Odion, Delee Alake, others with National awards

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June 12, 2026

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President Bola Tinubu has conferred national honours on seasoned journalists, Lad Bonuola, Louis Odion, Delete Alake and other Nigerians who played important roles in the country’s fight for democracy.

Tinubu announced the honours on Friday as part of the Democracy Day events.

The President said that June 12 remains a key moment in Nigeria’s path to democracy.

“June 12 occupies a sacred place in our national memory. It represents more than an election; it is a defining chapter in our story,” Tinubu said.

He said Nigerians who benefited from the sacrifices of pro-democracy activists had a duty to protect and deepen democratic institutions.

“As beneficiaries of their struggle, we have a duty to strengthen and deepen the democratic institutions for which they fought. The greatest tribute we can pay is to build a Nigeria where freedom is protected, justice is upheld, opportunity is expanded, and government is accountable,” he added.

Tinubu said the June 12, 1993, election revealed the possibility of a truly united Nigerian nation.

According to him, while the heroes of June 12 secured political freedom, the current generation must work to secure economic freedom.

The President said, “June 12, 1993, revealed the possibility of a true Nigerian nation. The heroes of June 12 secured political freedom. Our challenge is to secure economic freedom.

“Democracy must be felt in the quality of people’s lives, in opportunities for youth, in prosperous farmers, successful entrepreneurs, and the dignity of our workers.

“Every generation has a defining responsibility. The generation of our founding fathers secured independence—the generation of June 12 secured democracy. Our generation must secure prosperity.”

Tinubu said the honourees endured hardship and personal sacrifice in the struggle to restore democracy.

The President said the awardees “suffered persecution, endured indignities, exile, incarceration, and, at times, solitary confinement, so that we have democracy today.”

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