…Seeks support for re-election.

The senator representing the Plateau Central Senatorial District of Plateau State Senator Diket Plang has presented his nomination and expression of interest form to contest for the senatorial primary on the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC) to the stakeholders in his constituency.

Senator Plang, along with his teeming supporters, visited the paramount ruler of the Ngas Nation, the Ngolong Ngas, Nde Jika Golit, for his blessing before proceeding to the Pankshin local government secretary, where he was received by the council chairman, Hon. Felix Amos Gonung.

At the palace of the Ngolong Ngas, the senator said the visit was to intimate to the paramount ruler the desire to seek re-election and solicited his prayers and royal blessings ahead of the primary election.

He stated that the stakeholders and the entire people of Plateau Central need to know his next political moves because all contributed immensely to his success at the polls in 2023 and demonstrated their love beyond voting.

Responding, the paramount ruler, Nde Jika Golit, commended the senator for what he has done so far and wished him success in the forthcoming primary and enjoined all aspirants to be tolerant and avoid anything that might cause lawlessness.

“We pray that God will continue to guide you. Leadership is from God, and all aspirants must pursue peace and unity,” the monarch said.

Also, the executive chairman of Pankshin Local Government Area, Hon. Felix Gonung, described Senator Plang as a humble leader who respects his people and understands governance, having risen through different political offices.

He pledged the support of the council and the people of Pankshin, describing the senator as both a father and son of the land who has continued to protect their interests.

Speaking with newsmen after addressing the mammoth crowd that welcomed him to the APC Secretariat at the local government, Senator explained that his return for a second term would place him in a stronger position to attract more benefits to Plateau Central, having gained legislative experience and stronger working relationships with ranking lawmakers.

“My second return to the Senate will be of great advantage to my constituency. With the experience I now have, I will be more productive and more effective,” he stated.