Gov. Bello Urges Kogi Citizenry To Be United For More Development

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Governor Yahaya Bello has assured that the present administration will continue to ensure unity among the people of Kogi State.

Governor Bello made this assertion at the burial ceremony of Chief Ali Okwoli, father of a one-time Senator representing Kogi East, Attai Aidoko at Ugbamaka Igah Primary School, Olamaboro Local Government.

Governor Bello stressed that the government has fostered unity among the people through various programs and put away discrimination along ethnic or religious sentiment

Bello noted that the abundant natural, mineral, and human resources in the state should be properly tapped for the overall benefit of the people while individual differences should be put aside.

Governor Yahaya Bello described the late Chief Ali Okwoli as a man that lived an exceptional life by uniting his family, community, and Igalaland as a politician, businessman, traditional ruler, and religious leader.

While urging the family to take solace in the fact that their father lived a worthy life, Governor Bello charged them to emulate his sterling qualities.

He also admonished the people to eschew bitterness and work for the growth and progress of the state as no development can be achieved in an atmosphere devoid of unity.

Earlier in his welcome remarks, Senator Attai Aidoko expressed appreciation to the Governor for attending the burial of his father, describing it as a great honor that is not taken for granted.

past Chairman of the Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC), Comrade Onuh Edoka, and the running mate to the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship candidate, Comrade Joel Oyibo expressed great delight at the show of love by the Governor, promising their support to the success of the forthcoming governorship election.

The occasion was well attended by prominent sons and daughters of Igalaland, former and serving members of the National Assembly, Commissioners, and other top government functionaries

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