By correspondent in Lokoja.
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The Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has reaffirmed the fundamental principle of equal rights to participation and representation for all party members in Kogi State.
This is contained in a statement signed by.Onogwu Muhammed,Chief Press Secretary to the Governor in Lokoja on Friday and copied The Reporters.
According to Muhammed, Bello expressed the commitment during his reception of Hon. James Abiodun Faleke,former deputy governorship candidate of the APC in the 2015 election and the current Chairman of the House Committee on Finance.
Governor Bello emphasized that within the APC, there exists a level playing field where every member has equal access to the numerous opportunities offered by the party. He underscored the absence of hierarchy or privilege when it comes to participation within the party.
The governor’s media aide disclosed that Hon. Faleke arrived with a contingent of party members representing all three senatorial districts of the state.
This distinguished group include Prof.Stephen Ocheni, former Minister of Labour and Productivity; Barrister Dangana Ocheja, former Senator representing Kogi East; Barrister Eke Maimuna Audu, daughter of former governor of the state; and Hon. Duro Meseko Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the APC.
heir visit,he added, was a clear demonstration of their readiness to actively engage in working and campaigning for the success of the party’s candidate, Ododo Ahmed Usman, in the November 11 governorship election.
Hon. Faleke explained that their decision to wholeheartedly support Ododo Ahmed Usman’s candidacy was reached,following a meeting with other party members in Abuja. This meeting was in preparation for the official flag-off campaign ceremony of the APC in Kogi State.
He emphasized that their dedication to work for the ruling APC was motivated by the broader interests of both the state and the nation.
Hon. Faleke assured that the All Progressives Congress is united and stronger than ever before.
This development reflects APC members’ unwavering commitment to ensure unity and their collective aspiration for victory in the forthcoming November 11 governorship election in Kogi State.
Edited by Dada Ahmed.
