Tinubu celebrates Lalong’s on birthday, hails his leadership, reconciliation efforts
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday congratulated former Governor of Plateau State and Senator representing Plateau South, Simon Lalong, on his birthday, describing him as a leader whose legacy is
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday congratulated former Governor of Plateau State and Senator representing Plateau South, Simon Lalong, on his birthday, describing him as a leader whose legacy is defined by courage, reconciliation and service.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President expressed his joy with the former Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, noting that his leadership trajectory reflects consistency and dedication across different levels of governance.
Tinubu said Lalong’s tenure as governor of Plateau State between 2015 and 2023 came at a critical period in the state’s history, marked by deep-seated tensions and security challenges.
“Lalong’s leadership is particularly remarkable. As governor, he chose the difficult path of peace and reconciliation in that volatile North-Central state over division and disharmony,” the President said.
He added that the former governor would be remembered for taking bold steps to restore order and rebuild trust among communities.
“His tenure as governor will always be remembered for the bold steps he took to restore order, rebuild trust, and lay the foundation for peace when it was most uncertain,” Tinubu stated.
The President also commended Lalong’s contributions to the emergence of the current administration, highlighting his role as Director-General of the Renewed Hope Presidential Campaign in 2023.
According to him, the former governor demonstrated “strategic depth and leadership at the highest level,” both during the campaign and in his brief service as Minister of Labour and Employment.
Tinubu further described the lawmaker as a strong and consistent voice for his constituents, guided by years of experience in both the public and private sectors.
“Senator Lalong remains a strong voice for his people, guided by wisdom earned through years of dedicated service in the private and public sectors,” he said.
The President prayed for continued good health, renewed strength and greater accomplishments for the former governor in the years ahead.
