Latest plateau state news now
Here are the latest news updates from Plateau State, Nigeria:
Breaking News
- Bandits Attack Plateau Village, Kill 10: Bandits have attacked a village in Plateau State, killing 10 people and injuring several others. The attack occurred in the early hours of the morning in the village of Kuru, located in the Jos South Local Government Area. (Source: Vanguard)
- Plateau Government to Establish New University: The Plateau State Government has announced plans to establish a new university in the state. The university, which will be located in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, is expected to cater to the educational needs of the state's growing population. (Source: Daily Trust)
Politics
- Plateau APC Chairman Resigns: The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State, Hon. Latep Dabang, has resigned from his position. Dabang's resignation is said to be due to internal conflicts within the party. (Source: Leadership)
- Plateau Governor Appoints New SSG: Plateau State Governor, Simon Lalong, has appointed a new Secretary to the State Government (SSG). The new SSG, Prof. Soni Tyoden, is a professor of economics and has previously served as the Head of the Department of Economics at the University of Jos. (Source: ThisDay)
Crime
- Police Arrest 10 Suspects in Plateau Robbery: The Plateau State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects in connection with a recent robbery incident in Jos. The suspects, who were arrested in a sting operation, are said to be members of a notorious robbery gang. (Source: Punch)
- Plateau Community Leader Kidnapped: A community leader in Plateau State has been kidnapped by unknown gunmen. The leader, who is the Chairman of the Jos North Local Government Area, was abducted from his residence in the early hours of the morning. (Source: Daily Post)
Economy
- Plateau Government to Establish New Markets: The Plateau State Government has announced plans to establish new markets in the state. The new markets, which will be located in the Jos North and Jos South Local Government Areas, are expected to provide a platform for traders to sell their goods and services. (Source: The Nation)
- Plateau Farmers to Benefit from N1.5bn Agric Loan: The Plateau State Government has announced plans to provide a N1.5 billion loan to farmers in the state. The loan, which is aimed at boosting agricultural production in the state, will be disbursed to farmers through the Plateau State Agricultural Development Programme. (Source: Daily Trust)