By joshua 
GOV. ODODO COMMISSIONS OMALA LAWMAKER’S CONSTITUENCY PROJECTS, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO GRASSROOTS DEVELOPMENT AND SECURITY
… praised Hon. Umar Yahaya’s intervention, highlights military FOB as security boost_
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has restated his administration’s commitment to grassroots development and the strengthening of security across the state.
The Governor stated this on Saturday while commissioning several constituency projects executed by Hon. Umar Yahaya, member representing Omala State Constituency, in Ibado-Akpacha, Omala Local Government Area.
Represented by his Deputy, Joel Salifu, Gov. Ododo commended the people of Omala for their unity and sustained support, stressing that peace is the foundation for sustainable development.
The projects inaugurated include solar-powered boreholes with standby generators in Ofejiji, Ódó, Egbachi, and Agbenema communities, aimed at improving access to clean water. Also commissioned were the Ibado-Akpacha Police Post, motorcycles distributed to security agencies to enhance operational mobility, and a vehicle donated to the Ife Development Association.
Gov. Ododo reiterated that security remains a top priority of his administration, citing the establishment of a military Forward Operations Base (FOB) in Omala as part of ongoing efforts to address insecurity in the area.
He described the provision of motorcycles to security agencies as critical for rapid response to criminal activities and urged residents to cooperate by supplying timely and credible information to security operatives.
“The government is fully aware of your concerns and is working diligently to improve living conditions and restore lasting peace across Kogi State,” the Governor assured.
In his remarks, Hon. Umar Yahaya said the projects reflect his commitment to fulfilling campaign promises, adding that more interventions are in the pipeline.
The Executive Chairman of Omala LGA, Mark Edibo, also lauded the initiatives, noting that they would significantly improve the quality of life in the area.
Similarly, the Onuh Ife and Chairman of the Omala Traditional Council, Boniface Musa, described the projects as unprecedented in the area. While expressing appreciation to the lawmaker, he called on the state government to intensify efforts in tackling the prevailing security challenges.
The event drew community leaders, residents, and stakeholders who applauded the collaborative effort between the state government and the legislator.