NIREC CALLS FOR EFFECTIVE SECURITY FOR NIGERIAN CITIZENS

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August 4, 2020

The Nigerian Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) under the leadership of the Co-Chairmen, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto; President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and Rev. Dr. Samson Olasupo Adeniyi Ayokunle, President of the Nigerian Baptist Convention; President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) is constrained to call on the government to provide security for the Nigerian citizens. NIREC has always condemned the terrorists’ attacks on innocent citizens in the North Eastern part of Nigeria and the various criminal activities in the various parts of the country.

NIREC is worried that the threats and killings keep spreading. We condemn the carnage on human life especially the recent killings of 76 people in Sabon Birni Local Government of Sokoto State; RuwanTofa Dansadua district in Zamfara State; ZagonKataf Local Government Area in Kaduna State; Bethel Baptist Church Aguda-Dauruwan Kogi State and the attack on the convoy of the Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum at Baga. We condemn absolutely, the political thuggery that threatens human life and peaceful coexistence.

During his traditional Sallah homage to the Governor of Borno State, the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai ElKanemi cried out: “My people in Borno are no longer safe.” Consequently, Maiduguri, in particular should not be allowed to be run over by the insurgents who have been throwing mortals there, killing people. These show how serious the State of insecurity is in the nation. These situations and the likes are of grave concern to NIREC. The unabated carnages leave the citizens in a state of complete despair as economic activities are almost paralyzed.

NIREC is therefore constrained once again to call on the Government at all levels to take security as a top priority for every Nigerian. The Government at all levels must double up their efforts of securing the lives and property of the citizens. The security Agents must fish out the criminals to face justice. The security Agents must mop up the arms and ammunitions in the hands of criminals. The government must ensure a complete stop to the proliferation of all forms of weapons that criminals use to destroy life and property.

Signed

Fr. Prof. Cornelius Afebu Omonokhua

Executive Secretary

04/08/2020

COVID-19 Crises: FCTA Health Care Workers Have Been Selfless

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August 3, 2020

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The healthcare sector has been one of the worst hit with the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. In Abuja the Federal Capital Territory Administration responded to the situation with commitment. In this exclusive interview with Social Plus Africa the Acting Director Nursing Services Mrs Leo Grace Musa speaks on how the authorities rose to the demand.

How did the FCTA manage to handle and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic

**Mrs. Leo Grace Musa** Acting Director, Nursing Services, health and Human Services Secretariat, FCTA

The activities we carried out here in FCT were so numerous. When the issue of COVID-19 came up everybody was panicking. We thought it was something that has come to devour the whole of humanity, particularly here in FCT but to the glory of God, the Honorable Minister of the FCT and the support of the Acting Secretary they were so proactive in response to the challenge. As a result, the FCT was able gain control of COVID-19.

In what ways was the management able to motivate resources and staff

The Management really tried it’s best to see that things were in order. Medical supplies were been made available to various hospital.

Nurses were trained in many ways both volunteers and even the serving nurses and health workers.

Everyone put in his/her own best to see that COVID-19 doesn’t devour us especially here in the FCT.

FCT nurses and volunteers were really impressive, we are proud of them. They were the generals. We considered the pandemic a war and the nurses and other medical personnel were the soldiers as the front line workers who went to the field after their training and sensitization and they are all confronted the fight against the pandemic at various isolation centres.

Do you really think these frontline workers responded based on govt motivation or professionalism

To be honest no body will put his or her life on the line no matter what you call motivation. These people know their calling is between life and death. Otherwise how much do you think anyone will get to agree to go to the battle front. They knew their services required them to be posted to the isolation centres in the FCT. We have the one in Idu, Karmo, Asokoro, University Teaching Hospital, even the National Hospital. It was more of sacrifice to volunteer to face this pandemic on their part. We salute their efforts, we salute their understanding

we want to encourage them to continue put in their best. This is service to humanity, this is service that the whole world is looking at and as a nurses we know they are the heartbeat of healthcare because without the nurses, I don’t think the healthcare system can be what it is now. No amount of monetary reward is worth their service to humanity.

We are encouraging them all the same and they ain’t relenting.

Are there life insurance for these frontline care givers.

We try to do our best but again make sure they protect themselves very well before attending to patient because it will not be a joy on our part to loss any of them. We keep on praying for them, we keep on encouraging them and we thank them for this sacrifice of love that they are showing to humanity.

CAN PRESIDENT COMMENDS PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF REV. PAM AS NCPC BOSS

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August 1, 2020

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President of the Christian Association of Nigeria CAN Rev. Dr. Supo Ayokunle has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for appointing one of their own, Rev. Yakubu Pam as the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission.

He made this commendation recently in Abuja at the prayer and dedication of NCPC. Rev.

Ayokunle stated that God had used the appointment of Rev Yakubu Pam to remove shame from CAN. He explained that CAN had existed for 44 years and this is the first time the body is being honoured with such an appointment and this explains why the entire CAN leadership gathered in NCPC to pray and dedicate the office.

He affirmed that they were given back to God what He had given to them. He admonished that the burden of NCPC is not his, because God is a burden bearer and so He would bear the burden of the office for him. Speaking, the NCPC boss Rev. Yakubu Pam thanked the leadership of CAN for their solidarity and concern for him. He affirmed that CAN is a family and as such should be able to resolve whatever dispute they might have when they come together as one, especially under a good father like Rev. Ayokunle. He promised he would not let the church down, but would leave a legacy that would send a signal to the Government that CAN has worthy members who would superintendent effectively at any leadership level.

Celestine Toruka, Head Media NCPC.

REV PAM CALLS FOR THE UP GRADE OF THE YAKUBU GOWON AIRPORT, JOS

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July 31, 2020

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The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission Rev Yakubu Pam, has called for the up grade of the Yakubu Gowon Airport Jos to enable it airlift Plateau pilgrims and other pilgrims from neighbouring States direct from Jos to Israel.

He disclosed this recently while playing host to the Executive Secretary, Plateau State Christian pilgrims welfare Board, Rev. Fr. George Gorap who paid him a congratulatory visit with his management team in his office in Abuja.

He posited that a situation where by Plateau pilgrims would travel to Abuja to fly to Israel during pilgrimage is not convenient and palatable. He explained that with the number of Pilgrims being sponsored by the government of Plateau State, there is need to fix and upgrade the Airport so that Plateau Pilgrims would be airlifted from Jos. He called on the Governor of Plateau State, RT. Hon. Simon Lalong to who is committed to the upgrading of the airport to use his good offices to make it possible so that pilgrims would be airlifted from Jos in the next pilgrimage exercise. He commended Rev. Fr Gorap for his humility and hardwork. He explained that while serving at the Board in Plateau State, he was able to add value to the system. To this end he stated ” it is my prayer that the example we left behind at the Board will be sustained.” He was sanguine that the next chairman of the Board should be able to continue from where he stopped.

Earlier, Rev. Fr Gorap said they were in NCPC to felicitate with Rev Pam on his well deserved appointment. He affirmed that Plateau State is very appreciative of Mr President for finding him worthy of the appointment. He described his appointment “as putting a square peg in a square hole” According to him, “I know who you are because of the changes you brought to bear at the Board.”He further reiterated that on the table of Christian pilgrimage in Nigeria that Plateau State has a space as the leading state with the highest number of sponsored pilgrims in recent time. He said this feat was made possible under the leadership of Rev. Pam as Chairman of the Board. He stressed that the fact that Plateau State is leading, does not presupposes that the state has more resources than other states but according to him, “it is simply because the state has understood what pilgrimage is all about”

Celestine Toruka, NCPC Head of Media.

Celebrating an ICON

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July 20, 2020

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Mrs. Oby Ofili Uba is a woman of integrity, humility, Godliness and selflessness to humanity.

She has touched lives positively in the society.

Mrs. Oby Ofili Uba has a caring heart for the less privileged. As a way to give back to the downtrodden and needy, she often dedicate her birthdays to orphans as she with orphanages in different part of the world.

Mrs Oby is a woman that always goes the extra mile to see that the people around her are happy.

Mrs Oby is a caring wife, she’s married to Senator Andy Uba and blessed with children

On this special day of yours, we celebrate you, and we pray that God will continue to bless you richly and give you the strength and grace to impact humanity the more. Amen.

From all of us at Social Plus Africa TV, we celebrate this Amazon.

NCPC BOSS SOLICITS THE SUPPORT OF THE GOVERNORS FOR BETTER PILGRIMAGE

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July 17, 2020

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The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christin Pilgrim Commission, Rev. Yakubu
Pam has solicited the support of the State Governors for better Christian
Pilgrimage exercise.

He made this request recently while playing host to the
Executive Governor of Ekiti State, who is also the chairman of the Governors
Forum, Dr Kayode Fayemi who paid him a congratulatory visit in his Office in
Abuja.
The NCPC Boss intimated the Governor that he was discouraged with what he
met on ground on assumption of office but his visits had made him strong again,
especially the fact that most Christian Governors in the South East had not been
supporting pilgrimage activities.

He told Dr. Fayemi that pilgrimage has become one of the ways to develop our
people. According to the No. 1 Christian Pilgrim Officer of the Federation,
pilgrimage offers a unique opportunity for our people to be exposed by travelling
outside the country and coming back with an experience of a life time.
He solicited the support of the Governor in the building and completion of the
NCPC ongoing new headquarters building at Central Business District Abuja. He
posited that with the completion of the building the issue of office space for staff
would be a thing of the past.
Rev. Pam assured His Excellence that he would strive to light up the image of
NCPC.
He affirmed that peace cannot be negotiated. In his words, “I believed in the unity
of this country and I have worked in every northern state in Nigeria promoting
peace, Unity and Inter-faith harmony”.
The NCPC helmsman further described his appointment as a new dawn in the
Commission.
Rev. Pam urged the Chairman of the Governors forum to support the Commission
by using his platform to put NCPC on a pedestal to move the Commission forward.
According to him, “being the first Executive Governor and the Chairman of

Governor Forum to visit NCPC, we assure you that this place will shine for us to
see”

He commended Dr Fayemi for the developmental strides that had taken place in
Ekiti State under his transformational leadership.
Earlier, Governor Fayemi thanked the Almighty God for his appointment. He
equally commended President Muhammadu Buhari for making an appointment
that was pleasing to God and entire Christendom.
The Governor described the Executive Secretary of NCPC “as the Chosen one”,
adding that his activities over the years were exemplary. He admonished him to
continue to build bridges and promote peace and harmony.
He expressed his immense gratitude to Mr. President for giving the nation an
Executive Secretary who is knowledgeable in spirituality.
The No.1 Citizen of Ekiti state further said that the office of the Executive
Secretary of NCPC was an onerous assignment but he would certainly be able to
make the difference despite the challenges.

Governor Fayemi also described pilgrimage as an opportunity for the people of
faith to reconnect to historically sites. He advised the NCPC Boss to consider the
option of effective advocacy to reach out to the people so that the people of
means could support others to go on pilgrimage.
He assured the NCPC Boss that Governors would give him maximum support to
ease the challenges associated with pilgrimage.

Celestine Toruka
Assistant Director Media

THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF NCPC, REV. DR. YAKUBU PAM TASK PLATEAU LEADERS ON UNITY

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July 17, 2020

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The Executive Secretary of Nigeria Christians Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), Rev Yakubu Pam, has urged Plateau politicians, religious leaders, and traditional rulers to close ranks and forge a common front for the unity and development of the state.

Pam who disclosed at the weekend in Jos during a reception in his honour as the new ES by his committee of friends, said: “Without unity, the people will be divided and unable to achieve the collective goals of the people on the Plateau.”

The new NCPC ES said he felt humbled to be appointed despite several names that were taken before President MuhammaduBuhari for consideration for the job.

Pam, however, assured President Buhari that he was going to reposition the commission and deliver on the assignment making the Commission a rallying point for all Nigerians.

He also called on his Berom kinsmen to appreciate Governor Simon Lalong for nominating him for the position, supported by the former Head of State General Yakubu Gowon (rtd).

According to him, “Henceforth, churches would be encouraged to see NCPC as their own and encouraged to sponsor their members to go on Christian Pilgrimage to the Holy Land instead of relying on the government to sponsor them.

Pam who was also a guest Preacher the following day Sunday at Assemblies of God Church, Jos admonished Christian worshipers at the service to rely on God who by divine order has what it takes to single out anybody for promotion.

He continued: “In the midst of many God would raise the righteous to the top of the ladder and nobody could bring him down because the hands of the invisible God is upon him.”

Pam urged Nigeria Christians to put their hope in God and remember to always pray and seek the face of God if they are to attain the desires of their heart.

WE WILL MAKE SURE WE RESTORE THE LOST GLORY OF NCPC – REV. YAKUBU PAM.

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The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission Rev. Yakubu Pam has said that he would make sure he restores the lost glory of the NCPC.

Rev. Pam disclosed this in Abuja on 16th July, 2020 while playing host to the Speaker and members of the Plateau State House of Assembly who paid him a congratulatory visit on his well deserved appointment. He assured the Legislators that he would do everything humanly possible to enhance the operations of NCPC by making it more responsive. He equally stressed that NCPC under his watch would be used as a platform to promote unity and inter Faith harmony. Rev. Pam further stressed the critical roles the Legislators play in nation building considering their linkages with the people.

Earlier, the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, RT.Hon Abok Ayuba informed the NCPC Boss that they were in Abuja to rejoice with him on his appointment by President Muhammadu Buhari. According to him, “, the entire Plateau State is here to rejoice with you. ‘ The Speaker further commended President Muhammadu Buhari for finding him worthy of the position. The Speaker reiterated that the NCPC boss had always worked for peace and that his appointment was divine. He urged Rev. Pam to use his good offices to unite the Christians while wishing him a successful tenure in office.

Celestine Toruka Assistant Director Media NCPC.

Leo Grace Musa: An Exemplary Role Model

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July 12, 2020

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The nursing profession is surely one of the most humanitarian in nature. Little wonder due to her selflessness and love for humanity Mrs Leo Grace Musa opted to be a nurse and one with a difference.

Due to her dedication to service, today she has risen to the peak of her career as the Acting Director Nursing Services (Health and Human Services Secretariat), Federal Capital Territory Administration.

At a time when essential service workers are called upon to help manage the crisis of the COVID- 19 pandemic, Madam Leo Grace Musa has graciously responded with dedication and commitment to service.

Working closely with the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and the set guidelines of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) in her capacity as Acting Director Nursing Services, she keeps channeling her energy proactive for the good of the society at large.

She’s very visionary and compassionate. Over the years she’s has shown to be very dependable no wonder many organisation have always counted on her.

She’s is a very active member of different interest groups and professional bodies including; National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives, Association of Nigerian Nurse Educators. Madam Leo Grace Musa has a passionate love for God as a devout Christian. She’s happily married with children.

Social Plus Africa celebrates her as an exceptional and exemplary woman.

REV. PAM PROMISES TO ACTUALISE THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE NCPC

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July 8, 2020

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The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) Rev. Yakubu Pam has promised to make sure that the aims and objectives of the Commission would be fully actualized. He disclosed this recently in Abuja during his assumption of duty at the corporate headquarters of the Commission.

Rev. Pam described his appointment as a divine act of God, adding that he would not disappoint the people.

He promised to use the platform which NCPC provides to unite the people so that at the end of the day there will be justice.

The No. 1 Christian Pilgrim Officer of the Federation further stressed that he would not bring shame to the people of Plateau State, Nigeria and the people of God.

He thanked President Muhammadu Buhari for finding him worthy of the appointment, while promising not to let him down.

Rev. Pam thanked the former Director in Charge of the Commission, Mrs. Esther Kwaghe for effectively holding sway for eleven months.

The highlight of the event was the official hand over to the new Executive Secretary, Rev. Yakubu Pam by the former Director in Charge of the Commission, Mrs. Esther Kwaghe.

Dignitaries who graced the occasion were the Executive governor of Plateau State, RT. Hon. Simon Lalong, the Hon. Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs. Pallen Tallen, a representative of the Hon. Minister of Special Duties and intergovernmental Affairs, George Akume, Gbong Gwom Jos, Buba Gyang and members of the National Assembly.

It would be recalled that President Muhammadu Buhari over the weekend appointed Rev. Yakubu Pam as the 3rd. substantive Executive Secretary of NCPC. His Appointment according to the statement, took effect from 26th June, 2020.

Celestine Toruka

Assistant Director/Head Media