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Krissy

Christiana Makut

Always asking. The cat must die.

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00:21:48

2024 Agricultural Cycle (Plateau)

Krissy ·

2024/08/19

The 2024 agricultural cycle hasn't been particularly hitch free for farmers in Plateau State so far. Unusual rain patterns caused a bit of a scare the last few weeks, as some farmers lost parts of their crop to a dry spell that affected some parts of the state more than others.On this episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of discussing it with Dr. David Nyomo Jeb, Director/CEO National Centre for Remote Sensing, Jos. He is a Geographer who specializes in Hydrology, Fluvial Geomorphology,

00:13:54

#EndBadGovernance protests (Jos)

Krissy ·

2024/08/09

Nigeria is currently witnessing a wave of protests over economic hardship occasioned by high food prices, and a significant hike in fuel and electricity costs.The 'End Bad Governance' protests, which commenced Thursday (August 1, 2024) have seen Nigerians in most states across the country come out in their numbers. On Saturday (Day 3 of the planned 10-day action), I had the opportunity to speak to a few business owners around parts of Jos. Governor Caleb Mutfwang imposed a 24-hour curfew in Jos

00:10:19

Food Inflation (June 2024)

Krissy ·

2024/06/03

According to the National Bureau of Statistics, in April 2024, Nigeria's food inflation rate stood at 40.53% on a year-on-year basis.I talked with 3 farmers (resident in Bokkos and Jos East), and they tried to explain the increase in the cost of potatoes and tomatoes (things including disease).

00:19:35

The Role of Media in Bridging the Gender Gap

Krissy ·

2024/05/29

I join Christy Pam Makut (my namesake) on 'Voices of the Community' to discuss ways in which media reflects -and can help bridge- the gender gap in society.Media can be a great tool for highlighting the challenges, achievements and potentials of women, and -itself- offer them more equal opportunities and rewards.

00:31:07

Renew Our World: Recycling and Innovation

Krissy ·

2024/03/23

I get to meet the CEO of Zang Technologies, Zang Luka, whose company makes products such as a computer foot mouse for the physically challenged, odor absorbers, sieving machines, biodegradable packaging and power banks.And he makes them by recycling electronic and agricultural waste!

00:32:20

Renew Our World - Open Mic 2 (15 March)

Krissy ·

2024/03/19

Mr Osacar Danladi Fwangmun (Co-founder, Jos Green Centre) talks about the effects of consumerism, and culture-based solutions to our waste problem. He also talks about a proposed primary level waste separation bill that would prioritise waste sorting from source in Plateau State. Mr Samuel Dapiya (DG, PEPSA) responds to some concerns, and shares some of the current administration's ideas towards improving waste management through recycling.

00:32:13

Open Mic: Talk with Us!

Krissy ·

2024/03/11

On this Episode, Mr Promise Salawu (Advocacy Officer, Tearfund Nigeria) and Mr Femi Kinrin (CEO, Spotlex Environmental Solutions) continue the discussion of ideas around coordination for effective waste management in Plateau State, and what we can do.

00:35:01

Renew Our World - What Parts of Plateau State Manage...

Krissy ·

2024/03/04

We asked people around Jos what parts of the state/town they think manage waste the poorest, and it was interesting how the same places kept getting a mention. Can you guess which ones? One of our guests has an interesting opinion on waste and neighborhoods. Guests: Dr Ferdinand Ogboji, Mr Femi Kinrin

00:04:52

Safe Spaces - Unresolved Mangu Rape Case (2019)

Krissy ·

2024/03/04

In a previous episode, I spoke with Mangu Youth Leader, Mr Sunday Dankaka. In this episode, I speak with Edith Enoch -a young woman he made reference to- who was on her way to work in a village near Mangu town, when two young Fulani men stopped and raped her. The incident was reported to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Jos, but the case went quiet during the Covid 19 lockdown in 2000.

00:33:03

Who is Responsible for Waste in Plateau State?

Krissy ·

2024/02/26

On this episode, Joey and I speak with Osama, Ada (radio mama), and the newly appointed DG of the Plateau Environmental Protection and Sanitation Agency (PEPSA), Mr Samuel Nathaniel Dapiya.

00:34:27

Renew Our World (What is Waste?)

Krissy ·

2024/02/21

Renew Our World is a radio program that discusses issues around environment and climate change.On this maiden episode, Joey and I talk waste management with our guests. This is a program supported by Tear Fund.

00:58:04

Mangu: A Quick Look at the Last 2 Decades of Violence...

Krissy ·

2024/02/13

Mr Sunday Dankaka (a youth leader in Mangu LGA) gives some background to the situation there, following the most recent conflict that, yet again, saw several people attacked and killed in January 2024. He talks about genesis of the strained relationship between indigenes and Fulanis in Mangu.

00:39:11

Bokkos: Christmas Eve Attacks (2023)

Krissy ·

2024/01/08

I finally got the opportunity to speak with a resident and indigene of Bokkos, the Local Government in Plateau State where over a dozen villages were attacked the night before Christmas 2023. According to him, many displaced people are still in IDP camps, but are forced to go back for harvest due to theft. Mallo also talks a bit about the relationship between Bokkos people and the Fulanis.

00:44:06

Happy 7th Anniversary, Jay 101.9 Fm 🙂

Krissy ·

2023/08/24

A nostalgic morning. I joined Abigail and Emeka on the Morning Jay (which I used to host). Former Station Manager, Mr Mangna Wamyil, was a part of the conversation and celebration, too! The number of times and ways they asked if we thought radio would stay relevant in the next few years...lol!! No fear 🙂 Radio is still here for a bit.

00:21:04

Safe Spaces 3: Ringo Starr, Epitombe, Fela, Jimmy...

Krissy ·

2022/02/02

Dave has lived an interesting life 🙂 He is a multi-instrumentalist who recalls some of his fondest memories playing with some of the greats!

00:03:04

Safe Spaces: Dealing with a substance abusing brother.

Krissy ·

2022/01/01

He isn't having the most festive season, because he and his mom need to find a way to get his brother help.

00:16:02

Methamphetamine use in Nigeria

Krissy ·

2021/12/07

A conversation with Dr Charles Nwoga, a Psychiatrist and Addiction Specialist at Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), about growing concerns around meth use in Nigeria.

00:09:14

Rinji (update)

Krissy ·

2021/02/23

Late 20-year-old Rinji Peter Bala was arrested with friends around his residence during the Covid lockdown on the evening of 12th of May, 2020. He was a 300 level student of History and International studies at the University of Jos His father updates us on the court case (18 Feb, 2021): https://anchor.fm/christiana-makut/episodes/Voices-EndSars-el01gf

00:19:28

What's the Fuss About Jos Girls?

Krissy ·

2020/12/31

What started out as a random, casual conversation turned out... well... Interesting 🙂. I have a chat with three young men here in Jos about their thoughts on Jos women. At this point, I plead the fifth. Do give me some feedback! ...and look out for a right of reply edition (Jos Boys)!

02:21:40

Voices (#EndSars)

Krissy ·

2020/10/13

Young Nigerians across the country have been on the streets demanding that the Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS) be disbanded, amongst other things. Their voices have been heard the world over, and the government has promised (yet again) to dissolve the unit and reform the police. I spoke to young protesters at the gate of the state house of assembly on the 12th of October 2020, and also to a few random people elsewhere in Jos concerning the issue. Panels have been set up across the country, in

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