Ododo Promises Better Welfare For Kogi Citizens

 The 5th Executive Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo has promised to make the state a hub for economic growth in line with President Tinubu’s renewed economic policies.

He stated this during his  ceremony at the Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre, on Saturday

Assuring that it is a new dawn for the people, the governor asked the people of the state to stop the greedy trend and be ready to make difficult decisions in unison and collaboration.

Ododo emphasized that the period of divisive politics had ended and gave the state’s citizens assurances that he would try to fulfill their desires and goals.

“There would no longer be politics of bitterness in the state, as taught by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu. I urge all the people of the state to join hands with me in building a vibrant Kogi State.

“I will build on the solid foundation of unity existing in the state. I will strive not to undermine the trust placed in him to lead the people of the state.

“I promise to govern with the fear of God, fairness, equity, and justice,” assured that he would not fail the people and promised to be transparent and accountable.

In addition, Ododo declared his intention to pursue the people’s maximum enjoyment free from the bonds of tribe or ethnicity. He also urged the people to choose unity and togetherness.

“We will work to sustain the ideals of the founding fathers, delivering on the dreams of a prosperous Kogi State that will lead to the progress of Kogi State as envisioned by the founding fathers.”

“I shall hit the ground running with programmes that would ensure the well-being of our people, with accountability and transparency as our driving force.”

“I will open the state to become the investor hub under a robust public-private partnership. My administration will strive to make the state attractive and an investment destination.

“Under my administration, more homes will be built. More businesses will spring up. Our farmland will be flourishing. Our school will be filled. Teachers will smile. Youth will be enterprising. Women would be gainfully engaged.”

“Let it be said that once upon a time when our will was tested, we strived for unity for the future generation of all Kogites.

“Our administration will strive to complete all ongoing projects and focus on solid minerals, steel development, marine, and digital economy.”

In addition to praising the work of former governor Idris Wada and Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, he appealed to the people to work with him to bring the state together and promised that history would be gracious to them for their contributions to the state’s foundation of unity.

Ododo was sworn in by the Chief Judge of Kogi State, Justice Josiah Majebi. Vice President, Kashim Shettima represented President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, to witness the ceremony.