Diaspora group, PSA-USA, to help Plateau State in technological, entrepreneurial development
… Gets new management
A Diaspora group, beneath the auspices of Plateau State Association, USA, Inc., (PSA-USA), has pledged to help the Plateau State’s development in key sectors, together with know-how, entrepreneurship and training.
The group gave its dedication in an announcement signed by its General Secretary, Nanjul Wuyep, and made out there to newsmen in Abuja on Sunday after a profitable conclusion of its 2024 Annual National Convention and Election wherein its new management emerged.
The occasion, themed: “Innovation for Economic Growth; Technology and Entrepreneurship in Plateau State,” introduced collectively members of the Plateau diaspora, distinguished friends, and group leaders to debate urgent points, elect new management, and honour excellent achievements.
The occasion, which occurred from Friday September twenty seventh to Sunday September twenty ninth, 2024 on the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Duluth, Georgia, additionally witnessed an award night time.
Wuyep mentioned: “With a renewed concentrate on growth partnerships and financial progress, the affiliation will proceed to work carefully with native and worldwide stakeholders to help Plateau State’s development in key sectors similar to know-how, entrepreneurship, and training.
“The Association extends its gratitude to all individuals, sponsors, and companions for making its 2024 Annual National Convention, Election, and Award Night a memorable success.
(The elected President of the Diaspora group, Dr. Barth Shepkong)
“We look forward to further collaboration and engagement as we work toward a brighter future for Plateau State.”
He mentioned the affiliation is dedicated to driving impactful change by leveraging the skills and sources of the diaspora group.
He burdened that the conference supplied a platform for insightful discussions on innovation, know-how and entrepreneurship as very important drivers of financial growth in Plateau State.
“Keynote speakers included Dr. Jim Pam Wayas, and Hon. Daniel Asama Ago, who shared their expertise on ways to foster sustainable economic growth through the engagement of both the diaspora and local communities,” he mentioned.
According to Wuyep, a serious spotlight of the conference was the election of recent management for the Plateau State Association, USA.
He mentioned after a clear and democratic course of, Dr. Barth Shepkong emerged as PSA-USA’s president, Lady Gertrude Longwan as vp, Barrister Wuyep as basic secretary, Mrs. Asabe Spencer-Mhya as treasurer and Mrs. Francisca Keyen as welfare secretary for the subsequent two-year time period.
“These leaders have pledged to uphold the values of the association, build upon its existing successes and chart new paths for continued engagement and collaboration with Plateau State,” the overall secretary mentioned.
He mentioned the conference culminated with the extremely anticipated award night time, the place members of the group and notable leaders have been honoured for his or her excellent contributions.
He mentioned among the many recipients have been Mama Cecilia Sheni, who was conferred with PSA-USA Lifetime Achievement Award; Retji Dakum conferred with PSA-USA Young Entrepreneur of the Year and Honourable Daniel Asama Ago with PSA-USA Community Service Award.
“These awards reflect the excellence, dedication, and innovation that are hallmarks of the Plateau diaspora and their commitment to the development of Plateau State,” he concluded
