Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State said one of his major achievements in office since 2015 is restoring peace and unity in Bassa Local Government area of the state.
Bello stated this in Lokoja on Wednesday while receiving in audience stakeholders from Bassa Local Government Area at the Banquet Hall of Luggard House.
Bello expressed delight over the prevailing peace and tranquility in Bassa, urging the community to sustain it for growth and development
He also lauded the people of Bassa for the existing unity, togetherness, and progress in their community.
He was particularly happy with them for supporting the APC candidate, Ahmed Usman Ododo, during the November 11, 2023 governorship election in the state.
He assured them of continuous support beyond his term, encouraging them to form a united front for the overall development of Bassa.
The governor suggested collaboration among the three districts – Bassange, Bassa Kuomu, and Bassa lot Mozum – to decide their representation in the next administration, starting from the local government administrator.
Earlier, the state Governor-elect, Ahmed Usman Ododo commended Governor Bello for fostering unprecedented peace and unity during the election.
He praised the commitment, sincerity, and patriotism displayed by the people of Bassa, assuring them of dividends of democracy both from the outgoing and next administration.
Speaking, the Leader of the delegation, Mr Felix Gimba said the victory of APC in Bassa in the just concluded governorship election was as a result of team work and co-operation among the three districts in the area .
He disclosed that their mission was to congratulate Governor Yahaya Bello and the governor-elect, Ahmed Usman Ododo.
Gimba pledged the loyalty and support of Bassa people to the next administration.
The group also appealed to the governor-elect to address infrastructure deficit in Bassa Local Government.
The Chairman of Bassa Local government, Hon Muktar Shaibu, lauded Governor Bello’s dedication to Kogi State’s development and his inclusive leadership style.
He said the outcome of the November 11 governorship election in Bassa was a reflection of the honesty, loyalty, and commitment of the people.
In their separate remarks Hon Adakeke, Mr Usman Muhammed, and Hon Bako Shigaba, congratulated Governor Bello on the triumph of the APC in the November 11 governorship election.
They commended Governor Bello for his fair and just distribution of infrastructure and resources, expressing gratitude for the approval of the ongoing reconstruction of Oguma-Sheria bridge.
Also, a former Special Adviser in the state, Hon Jacob Edi commended Governor Bello for leaving a legacy as the father of modern Kogi State – an exemplar of prosperity, unity, and peace for the entire state.
(vitalnewsngr.com)
