BY VICTOR OSOWOCHI – The Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s candidate, Professor Nora Dadu’ut for making history as the first female Senator-elect in the State.
Prof Dadu’ut emerged winner of the Plateau South Senatorial District bye-election held last Saturday by defeating her closest rival, George Daika of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The contest was to fill the seat made vacant following the death of former occupant, Senator Ignatius Longjan.
Governor Lalong described Dadu’ut’s victory as well deserving given that the APC is well rooted in the whole state, particularly the Southern Senatorial District.
A statement by Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, Dr. Makut Simon Macham quoted Lalong as expressing the belief that Prof. Nora will give quality representation not only to the people of Southern Senatorial District, but also the interest of Plateau State at the upper legislative chamber.
Governor Lalong, who lauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for working assiduously to deliver a successful election, said the electorate also deserve special commendation for conducting themselves peacefully and ensuring the exercise was devoid of violence and malpractice.
He however appealed to other political parties and candidates who lost the election to rally round the winner in the overall best interest of the zone and Plateau State in general.
