Simon Lalong, the current Minister of Labour and Employment, is reportedly on the verge of resigning from his ministerial position to assume a Senate seat.
This move comes in the wake of a Court of Appeal ruling that affirmed his victory in the Plateau South Senatorial election, solidifying his position as a senator-elect.
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Recently receiving his Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Simon Lalong is now poised to transition into his new role in the Senate.
Sources close to the former Plateau State governor and director on the Tinubu Presidential Council have indicated that he is actively preparing for this political shift.
According to insiders who spoke with Vanguard, Lalong’s decision to join the Senate is fueled by his commitment to ensuring the success of President Bola Tinubu. The source revealed, “The Minister will very soon join the Senate.
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He will go there to ensure that President Bola Tinubu succeeds. The Senate is where the elders are, and he wants to join them.”
Highlighting Lalong’s loyalty and dedication to the political cause, the source continued, “A new younger person will be appointed by Mr President as the Minister representing Plateau State to replace His Excellency, Rt.
Hon. Simon Bako Lalong, the Honourable Minister of Labour and Employment as soon as he resigns.”
The source also emphasized the crucial role played by Minister Lalong during the campaigns, citing his unwavering belief in Asiwaju (Tinubu) and his commitment to contributing to the government’s success.
As this political transition unfolds, observers anticipate a ripple effect in the Plateau State political landscape, with the Minister’s resignation triggering the appointment of a new representative.
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Lalong’s move to the Senate underscores the strategic realignment of key political figures in support of President Tinubu’s presidential aspirations, further shaping the dynamics of Nigeria’s political landscape.
