The Bible says there’s a time for everything. For Hon Joseph Gokum, Durumin Amper and Majority Leader of the Plateau State House of Assembly, that time is now.
Elected in 2023, he’s made an indelible mark—especially first as Chairman of the House Committee on Education, Deputy Majority Leader and now Majority Leader.
Critics who may have doubted him now sing his praises, acknowledging his unmatched performance in a short span.
Why the Endorsement?
Proven Track Record: In just 2 and half years, he has s transformed lives in Kanke Constituency through targeted projects and empowerment initiatives.
Leadership by Example:
Nicknamed “Mr. No Room For Disappointment,” he hit the ground running, leveraging his legislative skills to drive progress.
Unprompted Support: Communities, students, and political groups have rallied behind him—not by solicitation, but because of his genuine service.
The Amper Zone APC Endorsement
On December 23, 2025, APC stakeholders (including six ward chairmen, women leaders, and other party leaders and members) united to endorse Gokum for a second term in 2027.
Their verdict? His “excellent performance” deserves another mandate.
Those who spoke at the meeting that resulred in the endorsement included former chairmen of Kanke LGA, Hon Simon Ngwan and Hon Emmanuel Lar.
Others included Hon Paul Juryit, Cecilia Pali, Rapheal Gotau, Dawok Goma and Senior Legislative Aide to the Majority Leader, Hon Lengdima Kassam, all agree that the member representing Kanke, Hon Joseph Gokum has set a record for quality representation to enable him to be returned for a second term.
What’s Next?
Pundits believe Kanke could leapfrog politically if Gokum’s trajectory continues. The constituency stands to gain even more if he’s re-elected.
Hon Lengdima G Kassam, SLA to Hon Joseph Gokum, Jos, December 23, 2025