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Gov. Mutfwang calls for immortalization of Justice Sha

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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has called for the Immortalization of late justice Gabriel Adamu Sha that Will preserve the foot print he left in the judiciary and other human endeavors during his life time.

This will keep his memory alive and served as symbol for the remembrance of judicial icon who has left his foot prints on the law practice not just in plateau state the entire Nigeria as a whole.

Governor mutfwang stated this today Thursday 6th June 2024 during the Valedictory court session of Late Justice Gabriel Adamu Sha (rtd), who is Gwom Rwei Kabong held at the High Court Conference Hall , Hill Station junction Jos, plateau state.

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Governor Caleb Mutfwang represented by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Philimon Daffi said the judiciary in the State should synergize and come up with any status ,Building, Road or anything that will make us to keep the memories of the judicial icon alive.

He said there is nothing too much to ensure that the memories of justice Sha remain reference center for young lawyers in the profession to serve as research archives for law profession not just in the state but Nigeria as whole.

Governor Mutfwang use the occasion to Sue for unity between the bar and the bench for viral and undiluted justice delivery system for the interest of the state in particular and Nigeria at large.

He enjoined the citizens of plateau State to unite, as the popular adage goes, unity we stand , divided we fall. Stressed that nothing can be achieved under the atmosphere of rancor and division , rather it would be easier for enemies to capitalize on it to create havoc between the citizens of the state

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Urged all to live life of transparency because on the last day ,all that have been silent about you when you were alive will be exposed before public as some of the silent things of the late justice Sha like involved in farming and hunting and other good things about him are today disclosed to us in his absence.

Further admonished all to be mindful of the way they live life on earth to avoid being ridiculed in a time like this when they are no more.

Speaking on behalf of the inner Bar , P.A Akubo (SAN), described death as cruel for taking away a well breed Justice like Sha when his wealth of experience were still very much needed.

However anchored his consolation on the fact that Sha dead in the Lord because he has giving his life to the service of God long time before his demise.

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In another twist of events, the traditional council in Plateau State has announced the postponement of Late Justice Sha who till his death was Paramount Ruler of Kabong in jos North Local Government.

The Prosponement of his burial billed to hold on Friday 7th June 2024 is contained in a Press statement dated 6th June 2024 signed by Berom Youth Movement (BYM),National Publicity Secretary Rwang Tengwong and made available to this to this medium electronically.

The statement which reads in part said, the Burial arrangement of our father, Late Gwom Kabong. Hon. Justice Gabriel Adamu Sha OFR has been postponed.

According to a directive from the Palace of the Gbong Gwom Jos, His Majesty, Da Jacob Gyang Buba CFR, people are advised to still away from the palace of the Gwom Kabong and wait for the communication of a new date.

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FG announces April deadline for completion of East-West Road

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The Federal Government has directed the contractor handling the Eleme section of the East-West Road to expedite drainage work to meet the April deadline for completion.

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, issued the directive during an inspection of the ongoing 15km road upgrade from Eleme Junction to Onne in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State.

While commending Reynolds Construction Company Nigeria Limited for the quality of work done, Umahi insisted that the drainage must be prioritised to ensure timely completion.

“RCC has done very well. The work completed in the past two months is more than what was done since the project started. However, the project slowed down significantly when the site manager went on leave. I’m happy to see him back and satisfied with the quality of work RCC is delivering,” Umahi stated.

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He emphasised the need to test existing road shoulders before excavation, warning against unnecessary digging for financial gains.

“The existing shoulder has to be tested throughout. I don’t want them digging up areas filled with sharp sand and stone base just to increase costs. If they don’t test it and request approval for any section they dig, they won’t get paid,” he warned.

Umahi also observed that drainage construction had either stopped or slowed significantly, urging the contractor to redesign and precast drainage systems for quicker installation, even during the rainy season.

“I’m happy with the project’s progress, and I believe they will complete the carriageway by the end of April. However, if drainage work is not completed, the project remains unfinished. They must accelerate drainage work to ensure we clear this carriageway by April,” he stated.

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The minister further directed that any section of the road that has remained untouched for 21 days after concrete casting should be opened to commuters to ease traffic congestion.

“Anywhere that has stayed 21 days since concrete was cast should be opened to road users, starting today. This concrete technology will ensure the road lasts between 50 and 100 years without maintenance or reconstruction. It is a signature project of President Bola Tinubu,” he added.

Umahi also inspected the rehabilitation of the Enugu-Port Harcourt dual carriageway, Section IV (Aba–Port Harcourt), which is being handled by the Chinese Construction Engineering Company.

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Reasons behind extreme heat conditions in FCT, Niger, Kogi – NiMet

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The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has given reasons for the high temperatures residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Niger, Kogi and few other states are currently experiencing.

The current maximum temperature in the listed states is 40°C and the minimum is 23°C.

The Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) released last month by the agency shows that most of the northern and central states would record day-time temperatures ranging between 37°C and 40°C, while parts of Kano, Kaduna, Bauchi, and Plateau states in the North as well as Oyo, Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Edo, Enugu, Anambra, Ebonyi, Imo, Abia, part of Cross River and Delta states in the South are expected to record temperatures ranging between 34°C and 37°C this month.

The agency attributed the high temperatures to climate change and advised Nigerians to embrace a lifestyle switch.

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Residents of the states experiencing high temperatures are advised to avoid exposure to direct sunlight between noon and 3 p.m.

There are also indications that this year may be hotter than last year, which was described as the hottest year.

NiMet’s Director of Weather Services, Prof. Vincent Weli, announced this while speaking on phone with The Nation yesterday. He said: “Everything is embedded in the climate change theory. Every experience we are having now is a result of climate change. The hotness, in general, is because of climate change.

“Abuja, Lokoja, and Minna are located within the same ecological zone and these towns share the same weather pattern. Whatever happens to Lokoja will affect Minna and Abuja because they are in the same route of the flow of wind and also lie within the same climatic zone. Also, these towns have the same vegetation pattern.

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“So, since they are within the same climatic belt, everything that affects Minna and the FCT will affect Lokoja accordingly. The heat is affecting everywhere, not just these towns mentioned. We said last year was the hottest in the history of the earth but this year already is trying to beat it to become the hottest.

“So, as the year increases, it’s obvious that we are going to have higher temperatures. I don’t know where we are headed with this trend, but something needs to be done to reverse the trend.”

To make the best of the situation, Prof. Weli said: “What can reverse the trend is for us to encourage every activity of man that will reduce the emission of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, such as the use of electric cars, solar power and planting of trees.

“These will be other sources of energy other than the use of diesel and petrol and other hydrocarbon compounds that we use as sources of power. Also, we should plant more trees to reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The more we plant trees, the more we reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and the more we increase the oxygen.”

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The NiMet director urged residents of the affected states with high temperatures to take necessary action to overcome the hot weather.

He said: “In order not to experience what we call heat stroke, people should drink more water often, keep themselves off the direct impact of sunlight between 12 p.m (noon) and 3 p.m. If people do not expose their bodies to the direct impact of sunlight, it will reduce water loss from the system.

“So, people should drink more water than necessary. Otherwise, their systems will be dehydrated, and that will cause secondary health issues.”

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JAMB begins sales of  2025 direct entry forms March 12

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Registration for this year’s Direct Entry (DE) form will begin tomorrow, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has said.

The board said the registration process is crucial for those who possess degrees, diplomas, or A-Level certificates and wish to advance their education at their preferred universities.

JAMB’s Public Communications Advisor, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, announced this in a statement yesterday in Abuja.

The statement said the announcement for the commencement of the DE sales followed the successful conclusion of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) application sales, which ended on Saturday, March 8.

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“During this period, JAMB recorded a total of 2,030,627 registrations for the 2025 UTME, along with 200,115 for the Mock-UTME and 630 applications for the trial mock,” the statement said.

It added: “JAMB has emphasised the importance of adhering to all entry requirements, warning that serious penalties will be imposed on applications containing false declarations. A special committee will verify all submitted Advanced A-Level Qualifications, and any fraudulent results will lead to prosecution. Additionally, institutions are encouraged to directly verify certificates before considering admissions.

“Registration can only be done at JAMB Professional Registration Centres (PRC).”

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