
30/07/2025
SENATOR LALONG RECEIVES SPEAKER & MEMBERS OF PLATEAU STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY
The Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Daniel Naanlong Gapyil has led members of the House on a courtesy visit to the leader of the APC and Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District Simon Bako Lalong.
During the visit to the residence of the Senator in Abuja, the Speaker said they came to pay respects to him and introduce the new leadership as well as appreciate his efforts at lifting Plateau State at the Federal level especially with the recent appointment of Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as APC National Chairman.
Rt. Hon. Naanlong said as a former Speaker, Governor and leader of the APC in Plateau State, the House deems it appropriate to appreciate his efforts and tap from his wealth of knowledge.
He described Senator Lalong as a leader whose experience, passion and commitment to the development of Plateau State and Nigeria is very evident.
Naanlong used the opportunity to congratulate Senator Lalong over the appointment of Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as the New National Chairman of the APC saying his handwork and mentorship is manifesting.
The Speaker said with the recent change of leadership in the House of Assembly, they are working in unity to serve the people and ensure that Plateau moves forward irrespective of party affiliations.
He said the house will always work for the people and ensure that there is stability in governance of the State.
Responding, Senator Lalong said he was delighted to receive the new Speaker, leadership and members of the Plateau House of Assembly.
He said their visit is an affirmation of the unity that exists among the leadership and members of the House who must work for the people.
Lalong urged them to put the interest of Plateau first by looking at the issues that are critical to the people and working with other arms of Government to ensure that the people get the dividends of democracy.
The former Governor emphasised that the State needs unity and not distraction, hence the need for them to ensure that governance is prioritised over politics.
He promised to work with them and offer advise where necessary to promote good governance and the prosperity of Plateau State.
Senator Lalong said as leader of the APC in Plateau State, he will be proud to see their achievements as the party is now leading the House in accordance with its majority status.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Special Adviser Media to Senator Simon Bako Lalong, Plateau South Senatorial District.
30th July 2025.