Sen Plang Launches Empowerment Drive After Losing APC Primary Election

Yemi Kosoko in Jos

Senator Diket Satso Plang, who represents Plateau Central Senatorial District, has launched a comprehensive empowerment program across his constituency, demonstrating his ongoing dedication to public service even after his recent loss in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election.

During a series of events in Pushit and Pankshin, the Senator began distributing buses, motorcycles, grinding machines, and sports equipment aimed at strengthening education, security, youth development, and small‑scale enterprise.

The lawmaker donated an 18‑seater bus to Mwaghavul College of Health Technology in Pushit and another 18‑seater bus to Plateau State College of Health Technology in Pankshin. Each institution also received a 2018 Toyota model, presented in the presence of Plateau State Commissioner for Education Dr. (Mrs.) Kachollom Pyam Gang.

Senator Plang said the gesture reflects his unwavering commitment to improving learning conditions and supporting health‑related institutions that serve communities across Plateau Central.

To strengthen local security, the Senator also handed out 21 motorcycles to community security outfits operating within the district, noting that the mobility support would enhance surveillance and rapid response in rural areas.

In a further push for economic empowerment, more than 50 grinding machines will be shared among constituents to boost small‑scale businesses and household income. Sporting equipment and jerseys were also allocated to 10 schools to promote youth participation in sports and nurture emerging talent.

Residents and beneficiaries described the initiative as timely, praising the Senator for sustaining constituency development efforts even after the party primary setback.

Senator Plang reaffirmed that his focus remains on service delivery, community upliftment, and ensuring that Plateau Central continues to benefit from quality representation.