Statement made available to this medium and was signed by Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Special Adviser (Media) to Senator Simon Bako Lalong, Plateau South Senatorial District stated that
Lalong who led the delegation to the headquarters of the Nigerian immigration Service in Sauka Abuja said her appointment by President Bola Tinubu is very befitting considering her competence, character and qualifications.
He said they were at the office not on oversight but on a solidarity visit to an illustrious daughter of Plateau State who deserves to be encouraged and supported.
Senator Lalong recalled her days in Plateau State as State Comptroller while he was Governor, saying she brought so much capacity, proactiveness and intelligence driven solutions to the security of the State.
He said they will do everything to support her in order to ensure that the she succeeds in this national assignment.
He appreciated President Bola Tinubu for appointing her and also thank the Minister of Interior for supporting her.
Responding, the Comptroller General Kemi Nandap said she was elated to see her people who had not only congratulated and rejoiced with her in the media, but have found time to pay a visit.
She recounted her tour of duty in Plateau State and spoke glowingly about the support and guidance she received from the then Governor, Simon Bako Lalong.
Nandap declared that she was ready to continue to support the efforts to enhance security and peace in Plateau State using her position in any way needed.
She hinted on improving passport issuance in Plateau State and building a barrack for immigration personnel posted to the State.
The CGI thanked Senator Lalong for initiating her into the game of golf which she said has become a favourite sport for her. She promised to support the growth of the game in Plateau State and Nigeria as well as look forward to playing in Jos as soon as possible.
