The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the coming 2023 general elections, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu is said to be considering choosing his running mate between Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong, and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha. This followed a warning from the Christian Association of Nigeria against any attempt to field Muslim-Muslim ticket in the coming election. The development has made the party start considering options that will enhance its chances of retaining the presidency in 2023. Among the people being considered as Tinubu’s running mate are Governor Lalong, SGF Mustapha, both of whom are said to be prominent northern Christians.
While efforts are on to avoid a Muslim-Muslim ticket, the party is also said to be considering Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State, who is a strong northerner, but a Muslim. A chieftain of the APC, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Nigerians were justified to express reservations about a Muslim-Muslim ticket. He, however, cautioned that people should be more concerned about competence rather than religious affiliations.
He said northern governors were working with the party’s National Working Committee to consider a list of options at their disposal, adding, “There is no cause for alarm. We anticipated that things could head this way, but the party is considering some candidates to neutralise the threat of an Atiku presidency. “The party and the governors are mulling the option of Lalong; Kebbi State Governor, Atiku Bagudu; and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha.”
He added that El-Rufai; Kano State Governor, Abdulahi Ganduje; and Mallam Kashim Ibrahim-Imam were also being considered. Meanwhile, members of the APC Northern States’ Governors Forum earlier paid a courtesy visit to Tinubu in Asokoro, Abuja. Although details of the closed-door meeting were sketchy, but source said that it might not be unconnected with talks around the running mate and the likelihood of Nigerians rejecting a Muslim-Muslim ticket.
The spokesman for the Tinubu Campaign Organisation, Mr Bayo Onanuga, however, told journalists that the candidate already had an arrangement with the Progressives Governors’ Forum to decide his running mate if he emerged as the candidate. The vice-president can come from any region and religion, but the PGF is at liberty to pick. The party will look at the chances and decide how it will balance a Muslim from the South, maybe with somebody that comes from the North-East, North-Central or the North-West. That is how it is done. I cannot circumvent the party. The Bagudu-led PGF has the task to pick a competent deputy for him,” Onanuga stated.
GOVERNOR LALONG VISITS POLO ROUNDABOUT JUNCTION OVER RECURRING ACCIDENTS; PROMISES LASTING SOLUTIONS
The incessant accidents along the Polo roundabout in Jos has become a source of concern to motorists and citizens despite efforts by the government to tackle the situation.
Following the recent accident where properties were destroyed and 2 persons killed as a truck carrying fuel lost control and crashed resulting into an inferno, Governor Lalong accompanied by his Deputy Prof. Sonni Tyoden and other top Government officials inspected the site and promised to find lasting solutions to the recurring accidents in the area.
Lalong who went round the damaged areas of the JUTH Vetinery Teaching Hospital, expressed sadness over the incident which engulfed some of the structures and destroyed equipment worth millions of naira including some recently supplied by the TetFund yet to be mounted.
He said the permanent solution will be to find another alternative route for heavy duty trucks to use so as to avoid using the road that has high traffic capacity and prone to accidents due to loss of brakes by trucks and recklessness in some cases.
He ordered the Commissioner for Transport and other relevant agencies to ensure that they enforce the restriction of heavy duty vehicles from plying the road during the day till night hours when traffic is decongested along the route so as to reduce high casualty in case of any accident.
He also said the Government will ensure that the work on the British-American Flyover construction is expedited in order to provide an alternative to heavy duty vehicles passing to other parts of the country including the North East.
While commiserating with families of the victims and those who lost their lives, the Governor said but for the speed breakers earlier erected and the fact that the incident occurred late into the night, the casualty figures would have been high.
He promised that the Government will intervene in making sure that the damaged properties and equipment at the JUTH Vetinery Teaching Hospital and surrounding areas are replaced through the collaboration of the State and Federal Government.
Prof Rahila Gowon DVC Admin, University of Jos and Prof Lami Lombin said the damage was huge and has affected operations in the facility because of contamination which needs to be cleared.
They appreciated the Governor for his concern and said a lasting solution to the incessant accidents in the area is needed to avoid further loss of lives and damage to property in the area.
The Governor also interacted with participants from across the country who are holding a workshop in the Teaching Hospital before the sad event where he assured them that Government will do its best to restore the facility.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State . 11th June 2022.
WHITHER THE PLATEAU LEGACY GROUP (PLG): APPRECIATING SACRIFICES OF OUR LEADERS
Let’s say you are hearing the name Plateau Legacy Group (PLG) for the first time and you are from Plateau State.
Let’s for your purposes attempt to break it into the level of your understanding to appreciate its formation.
There comes a time in the life of a people who appreciate the contributions of their leaders as a cause.
To appropriate it in the context of creating a niche for such a leader, it is worthy to create and establish a group of friends and supporters that would keep his memory incandescent.
Each one of us must have at a point venerated a leader or two. Here in the state, JD Gomwalk readily comes to mind. Today, many rate him highly for his accomplishments while he lasted supritending over the affairs of Benue Plateau State as Military Governor.
When the news filtered that a group ostensibly formed to keep and appreciate the legacies of Governor Simon Bako Lalong, many took it with a pinch of salt.
The Plateau Legacy Group (PLG) is populated by Plateau sons and daughters from various walks of life, interested in accentuating the place of Barr Simon Bako Lalong in the leadership position of the state and Nigeria.
But more importantly, the need for leaders to be appreciated for the quality of service they offer. When such is done, it motivates them more than ever to contribute for the development of the state
Most of those who became aware of the development thought it was intended to establish a political empire for the governor.
When that didn’t fly, it was shifted to an alleged plan by the group to foist Dr Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe as Governor of the state.
It must be noted, that the Plateau Legacy Group (PLG) which is led by Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi is a product of the seed of sacrifice by leaders in the state to be appreciated. If we are able to consciously value them, we are going to be the better for it.
We say this on account of the fact that it is In God We Trust!
The mention of the name Simon Bako Lalong simply evokes different feelings and meanings to different people.
Whenever Lalong is mentioned, the name resonates in different quarters differently.
Some say, can anything good come from Ajikamai? Similar to what was said of Jesus of Nazareth! Though such question is rhetorical, the answer is obvious to whoever might raise it! While some genuinely ask such question in marvel to what God can do to and with whoever he pleases, others ask the question albeit derogatorily.
Prior to 29th May, 2015 when Simon Bako Lalong was sworn in as Executive Governor of Plateau State, despite the fact that he had held positions to be reckoned with, elective for that matter, he was seen as an underdog, someone that can and will not put up a fight of any kind.
Many people did not even believe that he will make it to Rayfield as Chief Executive of Plateau State not even the person he took over from. It is said that his predecessor was sarcastic at a campaign in 2014/15 referring to Lalong when he symbolitically raised a bunch of keys and said “We cannot build a house and one stranger will bring brooms and pile in it!” That is the level which he (Lalong) did not matter in anyway then.
However, destiny came knocking and like God told Jeremiah in Jeremiah 1:4-8 thus:
“The word of the Lord came to me saying, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.’
‘Alas, Sovereign Lord,” I said, ‘I do not know how to speak; I am too young’. But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am too young’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you; declares the Lord,’’’-(NIV).
Lalong like many, was mirrored differently from the way God looked at him. As a matter of fact, I am tempted to add to his names Jeremiah thus Right Honourable (Dr.) Simon Jeremiah Bako Lalong, KSGG!
Sooner had he assumed office that he faced the issue of insecurity that had engulfed the state of no known dimension and nipped it in the bud to the consternation and surprise of many pundits and pessimists alike. The crisis, insecurity, reduced drastically. Little wonder he was called and consecrated by the Lord himself. Otherewise, he would not have removed us from the situation of hatred against each other.
Like Jeremiah, it is possible that Lalong had looked down upon himself as too young and if that be so, God must have rebuked him not to and went ahead and consecrated him. As a matter of fact, news had it that even people close to him taunted him.
And indeed to their consternation he became governor in 2015 and was re-elected in 2019. And not only that, he was also saddled with the responsibility of leading the 19 Northern State Governors of Nigeria as its Chairman, irrespective of political party and other considerations.
Every human being has two sides. And for Governor Lalong, people only know the seeming weak side of him which is a source of strength for him.
What do you expect of someone whom the Lord has consecrated? The Lalong we do not know is strong-willed, focused, target oriented, resilient and unassuming. This is a man that listens more than he speaks and whenever he chooses to speak, wisdom exudes from his lips. An encounter with him changes your opinion of him for good.
He has ably led the 19 Northern Governors creditably. One of the high points was last week when he led the 13 of the 14 northern Governors of the All Progressives Congress party to insist that the presidency of Nigeria should go to the South when the opposition appeared to have jettisoned zoning and some interests in the ruling party were towing the same line. It takes a man full of wisdom who is focused and who is respected by colleagues to boldly lead this kind of endeavour that has moved our dear nation forward. Equity and justice demanded so and this was demonstrated by the 13 wise men led by Lalong who spoke for national unity, peace and progress. They stood tall in the hour the nation needed them.
What the foregoing means therefore, is that Lalong is God-sent. And if that be so, there is still a lot to be expected from this unassuming, humble, simple and kind son of Ajikamai who does not pride himself on anything apart from God.
Already the people of the Southern Zone of Plateau State have bestowed upon him a higher responsibility beyond the shores of Plateau State to represent them in the Senate following the elections coming up next year.
With the emergence of the APC standard bearer Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Lalong’s name has again resonated among likely candidates to be considered for Vice President.
While he has not said anything about these insinuations, the loud clamour for him to be considered speaks a lot of his personality, achievements and the grace of God upon him. One thing is certain that if he has done it all at the state and regional levels, he can also do it at the national level having been Speaker, Governor and practiced law for many years.
Dan Manjang, anipr is the Honourable Commissioner of Information and Communication, Plateau State
*NIGERIAN ARMY HOLDS COAS SECOND QUARTER CONFERENCE 2022*
The Nigerian Army (NA) is scheduled to commence the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Second Quarter Conference 2022 from Monday 13 to Friday 17 June, 2022 at the Army Headquarters Command Officers’ Mess 1, Asokoro, Abuja.
The five-day conference will afford the NA the opportunity to re-appraise its administrative activities in the past 3 months and retrospectively evaluate all ongoing Nigerian Army operational engagements nationwide, with a view to making projections for the next quarter.
The conference will also provide a platform for the COAS to effectively interact with Field Commanders. This engagement will cover a wide range of activities, including training, operations, administration and logistics.
The COAS, Lt Gen Faruk Yahaya is expected to declare the event open on Tuesday, 14 June 2022, after which, there will be series of briefs and presentations.
Expectedly, participants at the conference will include Principal Staff Officers, Corps Commanders, Operational Commanders amongst others.
ONYEMA NWACHUKWU Brigadier General Director Army Public Relations 9 June 2022
GOVERNOR LALONG, NASARAWA GOVERNOR A.A. SULE HARP ON TECHNICAL EDUCATION AT PLAPOLY CONVOCATION
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong and his Nasarawa State counterpart Engr. Abdullahi Sule were among guests that graced the 31st-38th Combined Convocation ceremony of the Plateau State Polytechnic Barkin Ladi with a commitment to pay more attention to technical education which is the bedrock of entrepreneurship, job creation and productivity.
Lalong who is the Visitor to the Plateau State Polytechnic said the Convocation was long overdue as it has not been held over a long period of time due to various challenges.
This situation he said informed Government’s directive for the convocation to hold which offers the institution the opportunity to immediately clear all backlog of graduation and certificate awards.
The Governor therefore directed that henceforth, all Government tertiary institutions must work hard to hold convocation ceremonies at the end of each academic year as it was a sure way of building confidence, maintaining standards, and motivating the graduands to pursue their careers with zeal and contribute to the development of the State and nation at large.
He said “Our Government has in the past seven years demonstrated its belief in skill-based education that stimulates entrepreneurship and human capital development. It is our conviction that there is no better legacy to bequeath to upcoming generations than giving them education that goes beyond paper qualification. In the light of this, the Rescue Administration has engaged in reinvigorating moribund Technical and Vocational Education by rehabilitating old Technical Schools and building new ones.
Through the Lalong Legacy Projects, we are constructing the Technical Schools in Pankshin, Shendam and upgrading the old Technical School (Butex) in Bukuru. We intend to equip these schools with the modern tools and machineries once they are completed. Through these institutions, we hope to generate the skillful manpower that is needed to create jobs and contribute to the development of our economy”.
He charged the graduands to focus on using their education for productivity rather than the fruitless search for white collar jobs.
“I challenge you to step out of this institution with the mindset of entrepreneurs and job creators rather than job seekers and applicants. You are all aware that white collar jobs are very scarce and Government is finding it difficult to meet its obligations to existing employees. This has made white collar employment extremely difficult and even less fashionable. What is the focus today is entrepreneurship, innovation and skill development. As graduands of this Polytechnic which prides itself as the hub for technical education, you should be at the forefront of starting your businesses.
Government will support you through the Plateau Small and Medium Enterprises Agency (PLASMIDA) and other relevant programmes such as those by the ITF and the Federal Government”.
Nasarawa State Governor Engr. Abdullahi Sule, who studied Mechanical Engineering at the Plateau State Polytechnic and chaired the occasion, said he was proud to have passed through the Polytechnic as one of its first students where his love for technical education developed and grew.
He recalled with nostalgia his days at the Polytechnic and Plateau State when peace, harmony and trust thrived among all citizens and residents regardless of their backgrounds.
Governor Sule commended Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong for working hard to restore peace and security in Plateau State thereby restoring its fortunes as the Home of Peace and Tourism.
He appealed to those causing trouble in Plateau State and other parts of the country to desist because such actions have denied the younger generation the beauty, serenity and attraction that Plateau State and its good people offer to the world.
Chairman of the Governing Council, Plateau State Polytechnic Miskoom Kevin Kwaplong said the institution has grown in many ramifications and continues to perform its responsibilities of training skilled manpower for Plateau and Nigeria at large.
He commended the Lalong administration for paying attention to many challenges of the Polytechnic which are being addressed to enhance teaching and learning in the school.
Rector of the Plateau State Polytechnic Barkin Ladi Bldr. John Datoegoem Dawam said the institution has made progress in both physical and academic frontiers despite some of its challenges.
He said the Plateau State Polytechnic was fortunate to have an additional technical higher institution through the magnanimity of President Muhammadu Buhari who approved the establishment of the Federal Polytechnic Nyak, Shendam LGA. He pledged to ensure a robust collaboration with the new institution.
The Rector also expressed the appreciation of the Polytechnic to TetFund, NBTE, NCCE, and other bodies who have continously supported the school.
The Polytechnic’s Fellowship Awards were bestowed on deserving individuals including Governor Simon Lalong, former ES Tetfund Prof. Suleiman Bogoro, Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Idris Wase among others.
Apart from Certificates, Diplomas and Higher National Diplomas awarded to deserving graduands, Special Awards were given to best graduating students in various courses.
Governor Lalong and his Nasarawa State counterpart Engr. Abdullahi Sule later inspected some workshops in the Polytechnic as well as commissioned the new library complex and twin theatre.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau . 10th June 2022
GOVERNOR LALONG VISIT THE VETERINARY TEACHING HOSPITAL JOS, TO ACCESS THE LEVEL OF DAMAGE CAUSED BY INFERNO FROM A TANKER ACCIDENT
The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Rt Hon (Dr) Simon Bako Lalong KSGG today led some members of the State Executive council on the spot, assessment visit to examine first-hand the level of damage caused by an inferno from an accident involving a petroleum tanker.
The Governor was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the State (SGS) Prof Danladi Abok Atu who went around the facility to access the level of damage caused by the inferno which resulted in a loss of life and the destruction of buildings and equipment of the hospital.
After a tour of the facility to access the level of damage caused by the inferno, the SGS described the accident as a disaster and sent the condolences of the Governor, Government and people of Plateau State to the family of the deceased and prayed for the recovery of those who were injured in the accident.
The SGS commiserated with the University of Jos, particularly the Veterinary Teaching Hospital over the ugly incident which led to the destruction of critical facilities and equipment of the institution.
Prof Atu said the veterinary teaching hospital has put Plateau on the map as the best veterinary institution in the country that provides both secondary and tertiary health care services to animals and urges the institution not to lose hope of what he described as a setback though he is confident the institution will rise stronger from the ashes.
Prof Atu pledged Government’s commitment to helping the institution to rebuild and recover from the loss and at the same time called on good spirited individuals and organisations to also assist in the recovery process and also said Government will go back to the drawing board to see ways in which tragedies like these can be averted.
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos, represented by the Liberian of the University Dr Thamaus Adigun appreciated the Governor for always associating with the University and also finding out time to commiserate with them in these trying moments, he further said the University holds his excellency in high esteem and are confident that with his support and that of the State and Federal Government alongside other development partners, the University would be able to rebuild.
The Dean Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Prof Lami Longbim took the representative of the Governor around the facility to witness first-hand the level of damage caused by the inferno, she informed the SGS of the services provided by the institution which is presently hosting a national conference for veterinarians from every State of the Federation to gain more knowledge and improve on their professional skills.
Prof Longbim then gave the representative of the Governor an insight into the level of damage as she said it is too early to quantify the level of damage caused by the inferno, she, however, mentioned some of the facilities and machines lost to the flames to include, Laboratories, the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), the Pharmacy, the director office alongside books, records and state of the art equipment which are used for veterinary practice.
The SGS later met with participants of the conference who appreciated the Governor for the show of concern and said the conference was possible because of the return of peace to the state.
DAYYABU GARGA COMMENDS GOVERNOR LALONG,DESCRIBES PLATEAU DELEGATES AS WORTHY AMBASSADORS.
Governor Simon Bako Lalong of Plateau State has been described as a truly detribalized Nigerian who sees the unity of this country as paramount in his approach to local,national and international issues.
Executive Chairman of Kanam Local Government Council,Dayyabu Yusuf Garga dropped these words on the sideline of the just concluded National Extraordinary Convention of the All Progressives Congress,APC which took place in Abuja.
He said the uncommon stand of the Governor and some of his colleagues of the Northern extraction of the country insisting on zoning of seat of the party flag bearer to the south despite interest of some Governors from the north clearly shows his determination to see a Nigeria that citizens are given equal rights to belong.
Dayyabu Garga said Lalong’s leadership of the nineteen northern states Governors clearly shows his position as a round peg in a round hole.
According to the Executive Chairman “everyone is aware of the intense pressure Governor Lalong passed through from certain very high interests which included some of his colleagues to succumb to the pressure of opening up the space but he stood his grounds backed by some colleagues to ensure that the southern zone of the country produces the next flag bearer since the north is on the last lap of its tenure”.
Dayyabu Garga added that that was just a reflection of how the Governor has brought leadership to the state where citizens are given equal privileges as Nigerians and prayed God to continue to bestow on him the strength and wisdom to lead aright.
Meanwhile,The Executive Chairman of Kanam Local Government,Dayyabu Yusuf Garga says delegates to the just concluded Extraordinary Convention of the APC are true representatives of the state considering their individual and collective conducts before,during and after the convention.
He said the cooperation exhibited by the delegates affirms the wishes of the Governor that Plateau continues to take the lead in showing good example of its hospitality to people.
“Rising from the fact that there was not hitch recorded anywhere and the so much high spirited exhibited by the delegates was commendable”.
He envisages a clean sweep by the APC in the various elections coming up and building to 2023 saying the emergence of its candidates are ones to beat assuring the citizenry that they will continue to remain at the center of it all.
NDE DAVID VICTOR DIMKA fsi (DVD) DIRECTS SUPPORTERS TO CAMPAIGN ASSIDUOUSLY FOR TINUBU.
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Being elated with the emergence of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, called the Jagaban, as the Presidential flag-bearer of the All Progressives Congress, APC, a gubernatorial aspirant in the concluded Plateau State governorship primaries of the party (APC) Nde David Victor Dimka, has directed his entire campaign structure to assiduously work for the victory of the flag-bearer at the secondary polls. In a statement issued by his media team, David Victor Dimka, popularly called DVD, who expressed gratitude to God and celebrated Tinubu’s victory, commended the conduct of the primaries, describing the process as very transparent, world acclaimed, fair and just. He further directed all focal persons, members and teeming supporters of his movement tagged DVD Movement, in Plateau State and beyond to embrace and drive the campaign of Tinubu to its overwhelming success saying, “Now that our national leader has clinched the much awaited ticket of our party, all of us should go and work tirelessly for his success and that of our party.” Finally Dimka prayed that God should crown all Tinubu’s efforts with a resounding victory for the All Progressive Congress at the 2023 elections.
Rt Hon Yusuf Adamu Gagdi is a name that is synonymous with political might, dexterity and acumen in Plateau state. Originally an economist, Gagdi was born on 5th November, 1980, to the family of late Mallam Adamu Gagdi, a renowned Islamic scholar in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Gagdi studied Economics at the famous University of Jos a PGD in Conflict Management and Msc in Peace and conflict management and taught as a classroom teacher for years in Jos metropoly.
I will not trouble you too much with a rehash of the antecedents of the incumbent member representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal constituency, Rep Gagdi. Much of that information is now readily available. Such is the allure of power, that one can go from relative obscurity to instant fame and stardom. It is pertinent to however note some features of Hon Gagdi which I believe has not only catapulted him into the elevated position that he now occupies, but also offers a glimpse as to his personality and what the future may hold for this man who seems destined for greatness
His political career with which most Nigerians now know him, kick started when he contested for Kantana Constituency in Plateau state Assembly in the year 2011 and was defeated. Being focused and having good intentions, he recontested In 2015 under the umbrella of the then ruling party, the Peoples Democratic Party and won the state assembly seat.
Gagdi was a state legislator for one term, from 2015 till 2019, and during that time the man had mostly positive reviews of his job. As a state assembly member, Gagdi was loved by his people. He was the first state assembly member to pay WAEC registration to his constituents. His monumental achievements led to the calls by the PKK constituents for Gagdi to represent them in the Green chamber in 2019.
Many state assembly members have tried to copy Gagdi’s educational intervention scheme, youth empowerment and participatory leadership, which have been praised as one of the reasons for his outstanding performance at the National Assembly.
Under Gagdi’s leadership, classes were established in schools, numerous roads were constructed, various primary health care centers were built and befitting palaces were also built. In addition to earlier exploits, Gagdi introduced refund of registration fees to candidates, including a constituency wide refund for JAMB, WAEC and NECO fees. This included the refund of external examination fees to private and missionary schools within the PKK constituency.
Following his wide range of accomplishments and given his charisma among his fellow state assembly members, Gagdi was elected the Deputy speaker Plateau State House of Assembly in 2015.
After his one-term tenure as State assembly member, Gagdi was called by the good people of PKK to run for the office of National Assembly member of the Federal Republic of Nigeria representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam and defeated the incumbent in 2019 general elections.
As a member of the House of Representatives, Gagdi continued his developmental pursuit. He campaigned extensively on health, unemployment, education and rural development. He was appointed as the Chairman, House Committee on Navy and also a member of eighteen(18) other committees at the National assembly.
As someone who is a development strategist, himself, Gagdi has spoken and campaigned nationally on issues such as better governance, security and economic development.
He is fresh. He is young. He is different. His style of governance gives rays of hope. He also has substance. He has a heart. Many men and women of power in today’s Nigeria are heartless. Gagdi has passion for the job. Many political leaders only have passion for their pocket. Gagdi is one leader the people will freely follow – not because of any inducements but because his populist and people-oriented policies resonate with the people.
When we say the politics of Gagdi we meant the unprecedented transformational politics. When we say Gagdi politics, we signified employment to youths. When we mention the politics Gagdi, we meant empowerment to the youngs and olds. When we utter the name Gagdi, we denoted the advocate of democracy free from ethnicity and religious bigotry. When we murmur the politics of Gagdi, we expressed human and capital developments. When we enunciate the politics of Gagdi, we meant road constructions and maintenance. When we vocalise Gagdi politics, we intended rural electrification. When we avow the politics of Gagdi, we denoted constructions of health care facilities. When we articulate the politics of Gagdi, we meant the pioneer and landlord of cultural preservations. When we verbalise politics of Gagdi, we are referring to philantrophy.
When we preached the gospel of Gagdi in 2011, 2015 and 2019 we knew he was the embodiment of cerebral articulation, the essence of unparalleled philanthropy, the epitome of intellection and breathtaking simplicity, the personification of undiluted humanness, the epitome of leadership symbolism, the paragon of idealism, the heart of warrior, the gentleman per excellence.
Gagdi is someone who serves as an example of integrity and loyalty to the people he represents, both to the public and to other political leaders.
He is someone with good communication and inter-personal skills, who can work with a range of other people, regardless of political party or opinion, to achieve the greatest good for the general population.
He is someone who can resist the various temptations and lures of the political arena. He is of strong character, with both conscience and charisma. He is willing to listen to the needs of the common people and to represent them faithfully. He is someone with the courage to stand up and say what needs to be said rather than just tell the general public what it wants to hear. He is someone who is willing to make difficult (and possibly unpopular) decisions for the greater good.
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