Attai Audu Jos
Plateau APC critical Stakeholders , Political associates, supporters and friends of Plateau state former Governor Barr Simon Lalong have reassured the Ministerial norminee that they have.
confidence in his capacity to deliver as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria considering his past track record of performance and diligence .
APC Gubernatorial candidate in Plateau state,Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshewe who led the stakeholders to the Abuja residence of Lalong at the weekend,said the choice of Ex Governor Lalong as Minister Norminee is a perfect decision made by President Tinubu which validates his performance and records of achievement over the years.
He commended Lalong for successfully scaling through Senate screening on Friday, adding that Lalong has established himself as the national political leader of their State through inclusive actions and wide networking with other politicians and leaders of thought across the country.
Dr Nentawe promised that when he reclaims his mandate, he will ensure that he works closely with the former Governor to bring more Federal presence to Plateau.
Similarly, Former Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly Yakubu Sanda also congratulated the Ministerial nominee who he said has the capacity to not only deliver, but give the necessary leadership for the people of Plateau State at the National level.
Chairman House Committee on Navy and Member representing Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam Federal Constituency Yusuf Gagdi on his part expressed optimism that Lalong will excell in his new assignment and urged him to continue to pursue the overall interests of the people of Plateau State.
He appealed to the Ministerial nominee to reflect and use the new assignment to further build the APC family in Plateau State as the leader that is being looked upon.
Other speakers including the former Plateau Commisioner for Commerce Idris Gambo, former Commisioner for Water Resources Engr. Jaafaru Wuyep also thanked God for the another opportunity given to Governor Lalong to continue to serve the people.
In his response, Lalong appreciated them for their support, goodwill and prayers.
Lalong said the glory belongs to God who has given him an opportunity to again to be recognized for service.
He expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for nominating him. Lalong also said the Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the three Senators from Plateau State and many others deserve to be appreciated for the various roles they played.
Lalong assured that he will do his best to serve Nigeria with honesty, diligence and integrity as well as continue to represent the overall interest of Plateau State at all times.
He said the APC family in Plateau State has every reason to rejoice because of the hardwork and significant role it played for the victory of Tinubu/Shettima Ticket during the 2023 Presidential election
While assuring them that he will do his best in ensuring that those who worked will be adequately rewarded, Lalong prayed that Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda will reclaim his mandate in Plateau State and also ensure that the business of inclusive governance continues.
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