Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state.
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By Correspondent in Lokoja.
The Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello says over the last 7 years, the New Direction Policy of his administration has ensured that the State is firmly set on a trajectory that would see her emerge prosperous and enviable among states in the country.
The governor,who gave the assurance in his New Year message to the people of the state,wished them a great year and Nigerians at large.
Bello scored his administration high in performance of its constitutional responsiblity to the people.
He said:”‘As recently as January 2016 when we took over, Kogi State was largely not on the list of choice places to live and do business, but today, we offer levels of security, unity and prosperity that many have found attractive – hence the influx of new people into our state which was widely reported by both local and international media.”
Commenting on President Muhammadu Buhari’s visit to the state last Thursday, to commission legacy projects of his administration,the Governor described it as significant.
He said,”Nigerians, and indeed the people farther afield are now aware that this state offers them some functional alternatives to one or two medical, educational and other services which improve citizens’ standard of living which they can take advantage of’.
The governor reminded Nigerians that 2023 remained a year of pivotal elections, especially the one to elect a new president and vice president for the country.
He urged citizens of voting age to collect their permanent voters cards, insisting that under the All Progressives Congress (APC) as governing party, elections had become progressively credible, and free from manipulation.
Governor Bello once again canvassed support from Nigerians for the ticket of the APC for the Presidency, insisting that Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his running mate, Senator Kashim Shettima,had the proven track record to lead the country, build on the successes of the current administration and correct any lapses.
Bello,who thanked Almighty God for life and health given to all who witnessed it wished those with ailments, full recovery and commiserated with those who lost family, friends and loved ones last year.
‘‘I particularly congratulate the good people of Kogi State for witnessing the year 2023. As an administration,we pledge to continue doing our very best to make it a most prosperous and progressive one for all of us.
‘We shall not relent in working hard and smart for you in government to consolidate on our performance in order to fulfill all aspects of our mandate and even surpass them’.
expressed optimism that 2023 holds great hope for the nation of Nigeria and her people,” he added.
Bello promised kogites that his last year in office would be made pleasantly memorable for them in terms of transformational leadership and good governance.
Edited by Dada Ahmed.
