Lalong felicitates with Amb. Kwande at 93

Plateau State Governor and Chairman, Northern Governors Forum, Barr. Simon Lalong has described Ambassador Yahaya Kwande at 93 birthday as a seasoned Administrator, Politician, Diplomat and philanthropist for his selfless service to Nigeria, Plateau State and humanity at large.

Lalong in a press statement signed and issued by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Dr. Makut Simon Macham while fecilitating with the elder statesman at his 93rd birthday described him as an accomplished personality who has made huge impact in the lives of the people at various times when he occupied various offices in the country.

He said Ambassador Kwande has mentored many in public service, politics and humanitarian activities by his record of performance over the years where he has freely offered counsel, support and goodwill to those in power and others.

According to Governor Lalong, Ambassador Yahaya is one of the few elders that have demonstrated sufficient interest in the peace, progress and prosperity of Plateau State and Nigeria over the years, hence his willingness to advise and share his wealth of experience with the Government on key issues.

While wishing him many more years of God’s love, good health and prosperity, Governor Lalong urges him to continue to do his best to serve the State and the nation especially during difficult times when the wisdom and knowledge of elders comes into play.