In a move aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence and political harmony, the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon. Gabriel Dewan, has sworn in the remaining five members of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC).
The swearing-in ceremony, which took place at the State House of Assembly complex, marked a significant milestone in the state’s political history. The five APC members, who were previously denied entry into the assembly, were finally allowed to take their seats, bringing the total number of APC lawmakers to 10.
Speaker Dewan, in his remarks, emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation among lawmakers, regardless of their political affiliations. He urged the newly sworn-in members to work towards the development of the state, putting aside partisan interests.
The APC members, who were sworn in, expressed gratitude to the Speaker and the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for embracing peace and reconciliation. They pledged to work collaboratively with their PDP counterparts to address the challenges facing the state.
This development is seen as a positive step towards healing the political divide in Plateau State, which has experienced periods of turmoil in the past. The move demonstrates the commitment of the state’s political leaders to putting the interests of the people above party affiliations.
With the swearing-in of the remaining APC members, the Plateau State House of Assembly is now fully constituted, paving the way for more effective legislation and governance. The people of Plateau State can expect a more harmonious and productive relationship between lawmakers, leading to improved development and prosperity.