Members of the family of the late former governor of Kogi State, Prince Abubakar Audu, on Sunday paid a ‘thank you visit’ to Governor Yahaya Bello.
Receiving them in his Abuja house, Bello said the choice of Shaibu Abubakar Audu was divine.
The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mohammed Onogu confirmed this in Sunday in a statement.
The statement quoted Bello as saying that the nomination of Shaibu Abubakar Audu, also reflected the equity, fairness, and justice ethos of his administration since his assumption of office in 2015.
The governor stressed the importance of unity and tolerance among the three senatorial districts of Kogi State, stating that tribal sentiment has no place in modern politics.
He assured the minister-designate, of his unwavering support, believing he will go far and make the nation proud by building on his father’s legacy.
“This is an opportunity for you to build on your father’s legacy. The joy that accompanied your nomination worldwide must be sustained through how you conduct yourself and lead the people.
” I have no doubt you will make the nation proud,” the governor stated.
Bello thanked the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the opportunity, assuring of the state’s unwavering support for his administration.
Barrister Eke Maimunat Audu, while speaking on behalf of the family, expressed deep appreciation to Governor Bello for nominating Shaibu Abubakar Audu for ministerial appointment.
She expressed confidence that the minister-designate would deliver with excellence, making both the state and Nigeria proud.
Also speaking, Prince Kabir Arome Audu, remarked that their late father’s wish was sustenance of his legacy of good governance in a united Kogi State.
He praised Governor Bello for providing a platform for the continuous existence of Audu’s legacy in Nigerian politics by nominating Shaibu, among thousands of qualified candidates from the state.
He also commended the governor for his presence at the Senate during Shaibu’s screening.
(vitalnewsngr.com)
