Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 17 council areas of Plateau have urged President Bola Tinubu to constitutionally appoint a minister from the state to fill the vacancy that has existed for over eight months.

Under the aegis of Plateau APC Like-Minds, they made the demand in a statement yesterday, issued by its leader, Hassan Isa Maimadara. The group expressed its admiration for Tinubu’s leadership and vision for a prosperous Nigeria, adding that a minister from Plateau State would actualise the Renewed Hope Vision of the President for a better Nigeria.

They said: “We recall with pride the pivotal role Plateau State played in your electoral success, delivering an impressive 307,195 votes, exceeding the 25% requirement and surpassing many other states.

“However, we humbly bring to your attention the pressing need to appoint a minister from Plateau State to fill the vacancy that has existed for over eight months. This void has left our state without representation in the Federal Executive Council, despite our significant contribution to your electoral victory.

“Mr President, we respectfully remind you that Section 147 of the Constitution’s Fifth Alterations mandates that each state shall have at least one minister representing it in the Federal Executive Council. Unfortunately, Plateau State’s non-representation has left us underrepresented.”