Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren's Weekly Radio Address (in Diné Bizaad)
Thursday, January 9, 2025
1. Introduction
2. Upcoming Holidays and Appreciation Day
- National Law Enforcement Day
- Recognition of 178 Navajo Nation officers protecting 27,000 square miles
- 12 new officers added to the force last year
3. Local Announcements
- Missing person: Gary Henry Begay, 52, last seen January 3 in Cottonwood, AZ
- Updates: Kiana Murphey, Christopher John, and Jaycee Mescale located safely
- Tribute to late Diné College President Dr. Charles Roessel
4. A Few of This Week's Accomplishments
- Unveiled $31M ERP system modernization
- Finalized EPA plan for Quivira Mines site cleanup
- Signed $999,000 contract for N367 roadway repairs
- Enhanced IHS Purchased/Referred Care protections
5. Major Projects I Am Working On
- DSR food box and clothing distribution to 48 families
- LIHEAP assistance provided $301,000 to 581 families
- Rock Point Chapter Winter Youth Program
6. Meet and Greets
- Rough Rock Community School learners and leadership
- 110 Chapter Outreach
7. Upcoming Events
- 2nd Annual People's State of the Navajo Nation (January 14, Greyhills Academy, Tuba City, AZ)
8. Closing: Thank you and tune in next week!
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