From Atang Izang, Jos
The Plateau State House of Assembly has a new leader, following the resignation of Gabriel Dewan, the immediate past Speaker.
Dewan, who represents Pankshin North constituency, stepped down after a brief tenure that began in November 2023. His resignation paved the way for Nanloong Daniel, representing Mikang State Constituency, to take the helm as the new Speaker.
Dewan’s emergence as Speaker in 2023 was a significant development, given that he was the youngest member of the House and led a minority party, the Young Progressives Party (YPP). His election was seen as a move to stabilize the state’s politics, and he pledged to provide purposeful and focused leadership.
The new Speaker, Nanloong Daniel, was unanimously chosen by his colleagues to lead the Assembly. This development marks a new chapter in the Plateau State Assembly’s dynamics, which have been shaped by court judgments and shifting alliances.
Dewan’s resignation came after serving as Speaker for about two years, although his tenure started in November 2023, following the resignation of Moses Sule. During his time in office, Dewan worked to promote stability and unity in the state.
The Plateau State Assembly has faced several challenges in recent times, including court judgments that have affected the tenure of its members. The new Speaker, Nanloong Daniel, will need to navigate these challenges and work to promote the interests of the state.
Daniel’s election as Speaker is a significant development, given the current political landscape in Plateau State. As the leader of the Assembly, he will need to work closely with other stakeholders especially the deputy speaker Rt. Hon Isa Madaki Ajiji to promote good governance and development in the state.
The resignation of Dewan and the election of Daniel as Speaker will likely have implications for the state’s politics. The new Speaker will need to build alliances and work with other stakeholders to promote the interests of the state.
As the Plateau State Assembly embarks on a new chapter, the new Speaker will need to prioritize the needs of the state’s citizens. This will involve working to promote good governance, accountability, and transparency in the Assembly.
The emergence of Nanloong Daniel as Speaker is a significant development that will likely shape the future of the Plateau State Assembly. As the state looks to the future, the new Speaker will need to work tirelessly to promote the interests of the state’s citizens.
In conclusion, the resignation of Gabriel Dewan and the election of Nanloong Daniel as Speaker mark a new dawn in the Plateau State Assembly. The new Speaker will need to work hard to promote good governance and development in the state, and to build alliances with other stakeholders to achieve this goal.
