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Building Bridges On JayFM 101.9

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Demand for transparency in Governance II

As a continuum to last week’s discussion, building bridges again continues its focus on good governance with a view to probing the accountability index and orientation in Nigeria both at micro and macro level. Transparency is a key requirement of good governance. It’s a requirement in both micro and macro levels. This means that decisions taken and their enforcement are done in a manner that follows rules and regulations. It also means that information is freely available and directly accessible...

Apr 29, 2022•47 min

Demand for transparency in Governance

Transparency is a key requirement of good governance. It’s a requirement in both micro and macro levels. This means that decisions taken and their enforcement are done in a manner that follows rules and regulations. It also means that information is freely available and directly accessible to those who will be affected by such decisions and their enforcement. It also means that enough information is provided and that it is provided in easily understandable forms and media. The demand for such ca...

Apr 29, 2022•45 min

Social Justice as an indicator to quality leadership

There is no gain saying that concept of social justice has been a matter of debate and over time Nigerians have come to terms that it is just a concept not a deliverable. The value of justice in Nigeria have been considered as an ideology not a practice hence, the reflection is mirrored at both local, state and national scale of administration. The level of inflation, insecurity, high cost of governance. On this program we are examining government policies with of aim educating our audience on t...

Apr 29, 2022•44 min

Prioritizing Public Demands

We had an open mic discussion on Building Bridges, we entertained opinions of teeming audience as a way of recording their yearnings if given the opportunity to lead. The wishful thinking opens up the lines for audience to state their possible actions based on hierarch (prioritizing public demands). “What two things will you do differently if you were president, governor and why? That was our question for the day. we would like to get your feedback. Enjoy the podcast!

Apr 29, 2022•45 min

The Fate of sacked of communities in Plateau state

The security situation in Plateau State has deteriorated owing to the violent conflict which erupted in state capital in 2001. Since then, the losses of the state became be unquantified. We have resorted in counting lives as numbers not human then we lose its sacredness.as it stands the sacredness of lives is worth nothing as the news of people being killed is almost a daily occurrence. The agricultural potential of Plateau state in one of the highest in the country yet the return on investment ...

Apr 29, 2022•45 min

BB - The fate of sacked communities in Plateau state – 26th Jan. 2022

The security situation in Plateau State has deteriorated owing to the violent conflict which erupted in state capital in 2001. Since then, the losses of the state became be unquantified. We have resorted in counting lives as numbers not human then we lose its sacredness.as it stands the sacredness of lives is worth nothing as the news of people being killed is almost a daily occurrence. The agricultural potential of Plateau state in one of the highest in the country yet the return on investment ...

Jan 26, 2022•45 min

BB - Youth Empowerment for Effective Community Development - 12th Jan. 2022

The youth population form major part of every society, contributing to the development and growth. While this remains true, it is al true that if not properly empowered with the right perspective, platform and opportunities, they may cause a major drawback to their communities. There is an alarming rate of unemployed young people in Nigeria. Most of the crimes and criminality are sadly perpetrated by who young people who are not gainfully employed or armed with the wrong mindset about life. We c...

Jan 12, 2022•47 min

BB - Policies and plans that will advance Nigeria’s Development in 2022 - 5th Jan. 2022

Policies (or plans) are strategies carefully mapped out for implementation to achieve stated objectives. Usually, these policies/plans are situated within the ambits of existing or created piece of legislations. Like other climes, the current administration has its own economic and development plan. We shall be taking a look at the plan and what it holds for Nigerians in the new year. The government last Wednesday officially launched its National Development Plan (NDP) 2021-2025 which succeeded ...

Jan 05, 2022•47 min

BB - 2021 in Retrospect _ Review of major talking points of the year - 29th Dec. 2021

The year 2021 has been an historic year in view of the various happenings within the year. There are various issues that stand out in the year which has been our major talking points and driven our advocacy on this platform within the year. On this edition of the programme, we shall be having a review of those major talking points as we assess the challenges, emerging issues and way forward as the year winds down in 2 days’ time. Notable among these are issues of insecurity ranging from farmer –...

Dec 29, 2021•46 min

BB - Security peculiarities during the festive season; Useful tips - 22nd Dec. 2021

The ember months each year is filled with several challenges occasioned by increased human and economic activities. The rush is usually at its peak in December as the festive season sets in. This is underscored by increase in market activities, travels and rush to make ends meet. All these have a spiral effect on the security situation within the period in our communities. Various communities experience several security challenges ranging from increased in kidnappings, armed robbery and petty th...

Dec 22, 2021•51 min

BB - Road traffic peculiarities during the festive season; Useful tips _ 15th Dec. 2021

In the last edition of Building Bridges, we discussed issues surrounding the ember months. We dwelt on peculiar issues of the season with local relevance to the well-being of the general public. Today, we shall further our discussion by focusing on the road traffic peculiarities of the yuletide season. This period (Christmas and new year celebration) is accompanied by increase human activities leading increased vehicular activities and travels as the case maybe. This usually leads to increase in...

Dec 15, 2021•48 min

BB - Art for Peace and Resilience _ 1st Dec. 2021

The festive season is here again! The season is characterized by increased human activities across communities geared towards making the festivities memorable. Many people celebrate differently but it all hinges on local realities at play in communities. While all these activities are being planned, there’s need to harness various inspired initiatives to build bonds of love and unity across divides. Harnessing the art of the season for peace cut across relevant creative activities such as music,...

Dec 01, 2021•49 min

BB - Contextualising Local Peace Initiatives in Dadin Kowa Community and Laranto Community- 24th Nov. 2021

Peace is a collective effort of community members. It begins with every individual irrespective of social, economic, religious or tribal inclination. Peace can only last as decided by community stakeholders. As such, making the decision for peace requires a daily, deliberate and concerted determination of community dwellers. Peace can also be achieved by mutual understanding of community members anchored on justice for all. There are drivers of peace in our communities that can be leveraged for ...

Nov 24, 2021•48 min

BB - Contextualising Local Peace Initiatives in Nabor and Rikkos - 17th Nov. 2021

Peace is a collective effort of community members. It begins with every individual irrespective of social, economic, religious or tribal inclination. Peace can only last as decided by community stakeholders. As such, making the decision for peace requires a daily, deliberate and concerted determination of community dwellers. Peace can also be achieved by mutual understanding of community members anchored on justice for all. There are drivers of peace in our communities that can be leveraged for ...

Nov 17, 2021•47 min

BB - Contextualising Local Peace Initiatives in Gyel_Bukuru and Tudun Wada - 10th Nov. 2021

Peace is a collective effort of community members. It begins with every individual irrespective of social, economic, religious or tribal inclination. Peace can only last as decided by community stakeholders. As such, making the decision for peace requires a daily, deliberate and concerted determination of community dwellers. Peace can also be achieved by mutual understanding of community members anchored on justice for all. There are drivers of peace in our communities that can be leveraged for ...

Nov 10, 2021•48 min

BB - Imperatives of the unlawful impeachment of Plateau State House of Assembly Speaker – 3rd Nov. 2021

The face off in the Plateau State House Assembly is no longer news. However, while the fracas remains, several interest groups calls for restoration of order in the house. The honorable members are divided between Hon. Nuhu Ayuba Abok, yet others have pledge their allegiance to Hon. Yakubu Sanda. While the unfortunate standoff between the two factions continues, legislative business has suffered setback with untold fall out on governance in Plateau state. Many stakeholders have called for immedi...

Nov 03, 2021•38 min

BB - Protection and inclusion of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) - 22nd Sep. 2021

It is often said that there is Ability in Dis-Ability! Needless to point out the fact that our humanity encompasses everyone irrespective of the situation that life presents. These challenges could sometimes pose serious trials to some. Yet others have successfully overcome these encounters through resilience and innovative means. While this remains, we need to know the concerns of Persons living with disabilities in Nigeria. Poverty indicators are worrisome for the average Nigerian, the situati...

Sep 22, 2021•48 min

BB - Strengthening Democratic Resilience in the face of Future crisis - 15_09_2021

September 15 is designated by the United Nations as international democracy day. The day enables member countries to evaluate existing democratic structures and dividend as well as the aspirations of citizens and global best practices. This is further anchored on SDGs 16; peace, justice and strong institutions. On this edition of Building bridges, we shall be discussing ways of strengthening democratic resilience in the face of present and future crisis with keen focus on way forward. The conver...

Sep 15, 2021•46 min

BB - Operation Rainbow Matters Arising - 8th Sept 2021

The agitation and call for local security initiatives (State and community police) to better protect lives and property within communities has birthed different security outfits across the country. Such as the neighborhood watch, Vigilante and hybrid security operations in other parts of the country where local vigilantes have been working hand in hand with the security agencies to provide relevant information and collaboration for effective provision of security of live and property. One of suc...

Sep 08, 2021•46 min

BB - Internal security operations _ 1st September. 2021

The dynamics of security challenges bedeviling several regions, states and communities in Nigeria have had several untold negative impact on human and capital development of the country. Lives and property have been lost to this unfortunate attacks and other acts of criminality perpetuated by criminal under various guise. Available statistics from NRC shows that over 2 Million people have been internally displaced due to the prevailing insecurity across the country. While it remains the constitu...

Sep 01, 2021•44 min

BB - Counting the Cost Prt.2 _ 25TH AUG. 2021

TEKAN Peace Desk - We are live on Building Bridges on JayFm Live with Dr. Prince Charles Dickson as we count the cost of communal crises on Jos and environs. (II) ♨What is your view on the economic and social setback on the state due to the periodic crisis and attacks? ♨What is the effect on education, development, and social cohesion? ♨How has the crisis affected you as a person and how are you coping? ♨What is the way forward despite the unceasing dialogue and peacebuilding initiatives? Join t...

Aug 25, 2021•47 min

BB - Counting the Cost Prt.1 _18TH AUG. 2021

We are live on Building Bridges on JayFM 101.9 by 11 am - 11:45 am as we count the cost of communal crises on Jos and environs. What is your view on the economic and social setback on the state due to the periodic crisis and attacks? What is the effect on education, development, and social cohesion? How has the crisis affected you as a person and how are you coping? What is the way forward despite the unceasing dialogue and peacebuilding initiatives? \nJoin the conversation! Share your thoughts!...

Aug 18, 2021•46 min

BB - Transforming food systems Youth Innovations for human and planetary health_ 11.08.2021

The youth represent a significant segment of Nigeria’s population. The powers of the youth and access to major resources and platforms have been undermined in several ways. The international Youth day specifies a day where the needs, aspirations and contribution of the youth are critically assessed with a view to providing meaningful solutions and way forward on emerging issues affecting the youth. This Year’s theme; Transforming food systems: Youth innovations for human and planetary health Foc...

Aug 11, 2021•55 min

BB - Discussions with the Irigwe Youth Leadership State of Security in the Irigwe land - 4th August. 2021

The attacks in Irigwe Land calls for concern from all well meaning Nigerians as they seem to be unabetting. Join us on our flagship Peace Advocacy program on #BuildingBridges on JayFm Live by 11am as we discuss events and efforts to ignite dialogue for peaceful coexistence in Irigwe Land. We shall be discussing with Key stakeholders from National Association of Irigwe Youth Council; ♨What is the state of affairs after the gruesome attacks few days back? ♨ what are the peace initiatives being ign...

Aug 04, 2021•43 min

BB - Awareness and Sensitization on the ongoing Continuous Voters’ Registration (CVR) Part – I – 28th July, 2021

The beauty of democracy lies in a consistent and credible electoral process where the wishes and aspirations of the majority reigns. There are series of activities before the main elections which requires participation of citizens as much as the elections itself. Part of these activities include Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) to update the voters’ register and other emerging issues that require attention. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had earlier announced commenceme...

Jul 28, 2021•43 min

BB – SELECTION PROCESSES IN LEADERSHIP Internal democratic practices _ 21th July prt 2. 2021

Political parties are the expression of political pluralism; they contribute to the formation and expression of the will of the people and are a fundamental instrument for political participation. Their creation and the exercise of their activities are free in so far as they respect the Constitution and the law. Their internal structure and operation must be democratic.” olitical parties are the expression of political pluralism; they contribute to the formation and expression of the will of the...

Jul 21, 2021•48 min
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