Lalong receives certificate-of-return as Senator-Elect.

Lalong receives certificate-of-return as Senator-Elect.

Minister of Labour and Employment and Senator-elect for Plateau South Simon Lalong has received his certificate-of-return from the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC). 

Lalong received it at the INEC Headquarters Maitama Abuja from National Commissioner Mohammed Haruna.

The Court of Appeal ordered INEC to issue Lalong certificate of return as the duly elected Senator for Plateau South following the nullification of the election of AVM Napoleon Bali and withdrawal of certificate issued to him.

During the brief event, the National Commissioner congratulated the former Plateau Governor and wished him well as he continues to serve the people. 

Lalong, in a statement by his Media aide, Dr. Mukut Macham, expressed joy on the victory and dedicated the certificate to the good people of Plateau South for their support and cooperation over the years, promising never to let them down.

He was accompanied to the INEC Headquarters by his wife Mrs Regina Lalong and children as well as former Deputy Speaker House Idris Wase; member representing QuanPan, Shendam, Mikang Federal Constituency Hon. John Dafaan; APC Deputy National Secretary Festus Fuanter; Minority leader of Plateau Assembly Hon. Joe Bukar and some members of the Plateau Assembly; former Majority Leader Hon. Naalong; some former Plateau Commissioners; former Head of Service Engr. Sunday Hyat, some serving Local Government Chairmen and other supporters.