Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, described the victory of Pam Mwadkon and Daniel Asama in last Saturday’s National Assembly re-run election as a demonstration of Plateau unity.
Krestnews reports that Pam Mwadkon emerged the Senator-Elect for Plateau North Senatorial District, while Daniel Asama clinched the seat of member representing Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officially declared Pam Mwadkon of the African Democratic Party (ADP) and Daniel Asama of the Labour Party as the winners of the respective elections.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang, in statement signed by his Director, Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, while Receiving the elected lawmakers at Government House Little Rayfield, Jos, said that their triumph transcended party lines, symbolizing the true Plateau spirit of accommodation, tolerance, and unity in diversity.
He urged them to collaborate with fellow representatives to attract development for the betterment of the people.
Governor Mutfwang, in a statement issued and signed by his Director, Press and public Affairs, Gyang Bere, acknowledged the leadership qualities of former Minority Leader, Simon Mwadkon, and Musa Avia Agah, and encouraged them to remain steadfast in their determination to serve the people.
Plateau State PDP Chairman, Chris Hassan, commended the political acumen of Plateau citizens for swiftly rallying behind candidates from less-known parties after the exclusion of the PDP from the ballot.
Senator-Elect Prince Pam Dachung Mwadkon, appreciative of the mandate from an apparently insignificant party, pledged to be a voice for all Plateau people, irrespective of their background.
Daniel Asama on his part promised to ensure credible representation for his constituency and the entire state. He acknowledged with gratitude, the exceptional leadership displayed by Senator Simon Mwadkon and Musa Agah during the election.