Mikang LG Inaugurates PYC Executives, Launches SOEPDING UNITY CONNECT
In a historic and transformative event, the Mikang Local Government Area of Plateau State has inaugurated the executives of the Plateau Youth Council (PYC) in the four districts of Montol, Piapung, Koenoem, and Garkawa.
The ceremony also marked the official launch of the SOEPDING UNITY CONNECT initiative, a groundbreaking project aimed at fostering unity and collaboration among the youth of Mikang.
The event, held at the council headquarters in Tungkus, was graced by the Executive Chairman of Mikang Local Government Council, Hon. Benard Soepding Alkali, PhD, FCNA, who delivered a powerful keynote address. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of unity and collective responsibility as the foundation for the progress and development of Mikang.
Hon. Alkali highlighted his administration’s commitment to people-oriented governance and praised the PYC executives for stepping into leadership roles at a pivotal time. “The greatness of Mikang relies on the collective responsibility we embrace as a people. Today marks the beginning of a renewed commitment to unity, progress, and youth empowerment,” he said.
The SOEPDING UNITY CONNECT initiative, crafted by the Mikang Chapter of the PYC, is designed to strengthen bonds among the youth and align their efforts with the council’s unity agenda. The symposium, which formed part of the program, underscored the critical role of unity in societal development, drawing inspiration from leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Helen Keller.
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Hon. Alkali also underscored his administration’s achievements and efforts toward fostering unity and development. These include the formation of a need-assessment committee to address community-specific challenges, active participation in tribal development associations, and organizing inclusive events such as the end-of-year children’s festival.
The chairman called on the newly inaugurated executives to prioritize patriotism and proactive leadership. “Let this event mark the day when the youths of Mikang begin to see each other as brothers in the true spirit of collectivism,” he urged.
The event concluded with the PYC executives pledging their dedication to the unity project, signaling a new chapter for the Mikang Local Government Area as it moves toward greater cohesion and progress under the visionary leadership of Hon. Benard Soepding Alkali.
