By Golok Nanmwa, Jos
Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State at the weekend vowed to complete all ongoing projects in the state before the expiration of his tenure.
Lalong made this known while speaking at the annual cultural festival of the Tarok nation known as “Ilum O’Tarok” which took place at the Langtang Mini Stadium.
The Governor who was the Special Guest of Honour at the event assured the people of Tarokland and the citizens of Plateau State that his administration will do its best to complete all ongoing projects.
According to the Governor, so much has been achieved in completing many abandoned projects inherited from the immediate past administration and others before it as well as new ones initiated.
He cited the General Hospital in Mabudi, Langtang South which was abandoned at foundation level but now completed and awaiting commissioning. The Langtang Water Treatment Plant built by Chief Solomon Lar which was moribund for many years was also reactivated and now providing potable water to the citizens.
Lalong said the Legacy Project in Shishi will also be completed soon while the Gazum Road, Langtang-Garkawa Road and Kadarko Road will also be done.
He commended the Tarok nation for sustaining the cultural fiesta saying: “I am happy that the Ilum O’Tarok has taken the lead in this new vista of cultural renaissance in Plateau State. This is not surprising considering the patriotism and sense of pride with which all sons and daughters of Tarokland hold and display their culture and tradition wherever they find themselves.
“This is a good virtue that must be sustained. At an event like this, I must re-emphasise the need for continuous propagation and sustenance of our rich cultural heritage that is under threat by globalization. Many of our cultural practices are gradually being abandoned while our languages are fast disappearing by the day especially among our younger generation. This is a concern that I want the Tarok nation to take very seriously considering the fact that other tribes also face similar threats”, he said.
On peace and security, he commended the Tarok nation for doing their best to maintain peace within their domain and by extension, the State in general.
