Taraba State Govt To Resettle Yandang Displaced Communities

Taraba state Governor Agbu Kefas has promised to reconstruct and resettle the Yandang communities that were affected by crisis.
The Governor was speaking at the maiden Sungki Yandang carnival held at Sayonti Mayo lope Sanwi chiefdom of Lau local government area of the state.
The Governor who was represented by the secretary to the state government, Barrister Gebon Timothy Kataps congratulated the Yandang nation for successfully organizing the first Sungki Yandang carnival adding that the festival would be captured in the state cultural calendar
Earlier, the chairman of the occasion who is also the member representing Ardo Kola, Karim-Lamido, Lau federal constituency, Audu Mohammed Lauya called on Yandang nation to be united and work together for the benefit of all.
Speaking, father of the day, Shuaibu Isa Lau, senator representing Taraba north appreciated the Yandang nation for the overwhelming support and confidence they repose in him and assured them of maximum cooperation at all times.
The lawmaker commended the organizers of the event especially His Royal highness, Doctor Haniel Henlewheni Banti for showcasing the reach cultural heritage of Yandang people.
The guest speaker of the occasion, Dedan Cornelius Nyari who spoke on the topic “Cultural heritage, a panacea for National cohesion explained that the carnival include procession, display of custom, colourful street, music, dancing and the use of masquerades among others.
Speaking, His Royal highness Doctor Haniel Henlewheni Banti Dah Kpang Sanwi of Sanwi chiefdom said the event was organized to encourage the Yandang people to promote their cultural heritage.
Commenting, the commissioner of Ministry of Heritage and Ecotourism in the state, Joseph Titus Nagombe commended the organizers of the program for their foresight and assured government will continue to support any initiative aimed at promoting unity and cultural heritage of the people.