PRESS STATEMENT

PLATEAU HOLDS SERVICE TO MARK DEMOCRACY DAY AND 5TH YEAR OF GOVERNOR LALONG’S TENURE.

It was a solemn but reflective moment for Christians in Plateau State as they held a church service to mark the 2020 Democracy Day and also commemorate the 5th year in office for the Rescue Administration of Governor Simon Bako Lalong.

The service which was held at the Government House Chapel, Rayfield Jos under COVID-19 guidelines, was attended by Governor Simon Lalong, his wife Regina, as well as Deputy Governor Prof. Sonni Tyoden, his wife and other top Government officials.
Governor Lalong in a remark, gave thanks to God for the opportunity to serve the people of Plateau State at this period of time and in the last five years where so much was done to stabilise the State and restore it to the the path of unity and progress.

He said “Let me use this opportunity to appreciate God for giving me and my Deputy, Prof. Sonni Tyoden the privilege to serve the people of Plateau State in the last five years. At the same time, we thank the people of the State for giving us their mandate during the 2015 and 2019 elections. We recognize that they had many choices among the many aspirants and candidates, but settled for our ticket and the APC. We cannot take this for granted as we are humbled by this responsibility bestowed upon us to work for the peace, progress and development of Plateau State”.

Lalong who promised to give the details of what his administration has been able to achieve during the address he will be making in the coming days to mark the 2020 democracy day, however said he remains determined to do his best in providing purposeful leadership that inspires confidence; supports peaceful coexistence; delivers basic services and infrastructure to the people; as well as leave behind lasting legacies for generations yet to come.

Chaplain of the Government House Chapel, Rev. Fr. David Ajang challenged those in power to do all within their capacity to serve the people with integrity, justice and empathy particularly at this time when the world is contending with the Corona Virus.
He commended Governor Lalong and his team for touching the lives of the people of the State in the last five years despite many challenges.
Chief Judge of the State Justice Gyang Dakwak said Nigerians must continue to work for the strenthing of democratic tenets that are founded on the rule of law, justice, accountability and good governance.

Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Plateau State Rev. Dr. Soja Bewarang in a goodwill message acknowledged the restoration of peace and confidence in the State due to proactive steps taken by the government of Simon Lalong and also called for more attention to first generation schools in the State which need rehabilitation.

APC Chairman Letep Dabang in a remark said the Governor has remained focussed in implementing the vision of the party by carrying everyone along in the State and embarking on projects that are people oriented.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham, ANIPR
Director of Press &Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State.
7th June 2020.

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Plateau Holds Service to Mark Democracy Day & 5 Year of Gov. Lalong in Office