By Ibrahim Yusuf Dembo JP

10th September 2026.

DENGI, KANAM LGA — Senator representing Plateau Central Senatorial District, Senator Diket Plang, has commenced a thank-you tour of his constituency, beginning with Kanam Local Government Area, where he secured overwhelming support during the 2023 general election.

The Senator said the decision to make Kanam his first point of call was deliberate, stressing that the people of the local government deserved preferential attention in appreciation of their exceptional love, solidarity and confidence in him during the election.Senator Plang was received at the entrance of Dengi, the headquarters of Kanam Local Government Area, on behalf of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Salihu Ayuba Musa, by the Executive Council Secretary, Hon. Salome Pius Madaki.

The reception also attracted the Kanam Local Government Area Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Aliyu Shehu Musa, members of the party’s executive committee, political leaders and stakeholders, including Hon. Ibrahim Ghani, Hon. Duba Samson Allah Yafi, the Legislative Leader and elected councillors, Special Advisers, Supervisory Councillors, political groups, supporters and members of the general public.

The Senator’s first major point of call was the Kanam Emir’s Palace, where he paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Highness, Alhaji Dr. Muhammed Muazu Muhammed II, Emir of Kanam. The Emir, alongside other traditional rulers, received the Senator and his entourage at the palace.

From the palace, Senator Plang proceeded to the Kanam Local Government Council Secretariat, where he was received on behalf of the Executive Chairman by the Council Secretary, Hon. Salome Pius Madaki.Addressing the people of Kanam, Senator Plang expressed profound appreciation for their massive support during the 2023 election, describing their votes as a demonstration of trust and confidence in his representation.

He assured the people that he remained one of them and would continue to identify with their aspirations, adding that he would not turn his back on them or ignore their invitations whenever they called on him.

The Senator also expressed appreciation to the people of Kanam for standing firmly behind him and acknowledged the contributions of prominent leaders who supported his political journey.He specifically commended Chief Ephraim Usman, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, describing him as a dogged political leader who commands considerable respect among his people and across Plateau State.

Senator Plang also commended the developmental projects at the Kanam Local Government Council Secretariat under the leadership of Executive Chairman, Hon. Salihu Ayuba Musa.He described the ongoing renovation, upgrading and interlocking of the entire Secretariat premises as a giant stride in infrastructural development, noting that the projects would enhance the appearance, functionality and overall working environment of the Council.

The Senator equally appreciated Hon. Salihu Ayuba Musa for visiting his residence the previous day to personally inform him that he would be unable to attend the thank-you tour due to an official engagement in Abuja.Senator Plang said he was pleased by the Chairman’s courtesy and appreciated the gesture as a demonstration of respect and political maturity.

PLANG CALLS FOR SUPPORT FOR TINUBU, MUTFWANG IN 2027.

In his closing remarks, Senator Diket Plang thanked the people of Kanam for their warm reception and continued support.He urged them to remain united and support the candidatures of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Senator maintained that Governor Mutfwang deserves a second term in office, just as his predecessors were given the opportunity to serve for two terms, stressing the importance of continuity in governance and development.He particularly appealed to the youths of Kanam and Plateau Central to close ranks, embrace unity and work together towards the success of the Tinubu and Mutfwang political projects in 2027.

The Kanam leg of the Senator’s thank-you tour ended with renewed calls for unity, appreciation and continued collaboration among elected representatives, traditional institutions, political stakeholders and the people of the local government area.