PLATEAU STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY PRESENTS NEW SPEAKER, RT. HON. DANIEL NANLONG TO GOVERNOR MUTFWANG FOR BLESSING

In a display of unity and democratic maturity, members of the Plateau State House of Assembly have presented their newly elected Speaker, Rt. Hon. Daniel Nanlong, to the Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, for his blessing and official recognition.

The 24-member delegation, led by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Madaki Isa Ajiji, visited the Governor at his residence on Tuesday, July 2, 2025. Rt. Hon. Nanlong was unanimously elected by his colleagues following the voluntary resignation of the former Speaker, Rt. Hon. Gabriel Dewan.

Speaking on behalf of the legislators, the Deputy Speaker informed the Governor that the election of the new Speaker was conducted in a peaceful and rancour-free manner, reflecting the maturity and commitment of the lawmakers to the stability and progress of the state.

In his remarks, Governor Mutfwang expressed profound appreciation to the members of the Assembly for the peaceful transition and their demonstration of unity and statesmanship. He assured them of his continued cooperation and a harmonious working relationship in the interest of Plateau’s peace, unity, and development.

“Today is a day of joy for the people of Plateau State,” the Governor declared. “I want to sincerely thank Rt. Hon. Gabriel Dewan for his selfless service and leadership over the past year. He has shown that he is a true son of Plateau and a man who understands that power ultimately belongs to God.”

The Governor further described the current Assembly as a body of highly experienced legislators capable of steering the affairs of the House with wisdom and integrity. He congratulated Rt. Hon. Daniel Nanlong on his emergence and charged him to be a symbol of fairness, justice, and humility.
“You have all it takes to lead,” the Governor said. “But I urge you to carry everyone along. Every member has the capacity to lead, so ensure inclusivity, fairness, and mutual respect as you discharge your responsibilities.”

Governor Mutfwang reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with the legislature to advance the development agenda of the state, emphasizing that only a united front can deliver meaningful dividends of democracy to the people.

In his response, Rt. Hon. Daniel Nanlong thanked the Governor for providing an enabling environment for the lawmakers to operate without interference or intimidation. He pledged to lead the House with the fear of God and a deep sense of responsibility.

“I will provide a leadership built on compassion, equity, and collective progress,” the Speaker stated. “We shall run an inclusive House where every member’s voice matters, and we will always seek counsel where necessary, knowing that no one has a monopoly on wisdom.”

He further assured that under his leadership, the Assembly would rise above narrow interests and work collaboratively for the peace, unity, and development of Plateau State.

Gyang Bere 
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of Plateau State 
July 2 2025.

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