Gov. Ododo Assures of A New Beginning in Kogi, says workers, teachers, youth, women will smile.
…work to meet with the yearnings and aspirations of the people
… stressed that the era of politics of bitterness is over.
The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo has assured of new beginning.
Alhaji Usman Ododo made the disclosure while delivering his inaugural speech shortly after he was sworn in as the new Kogi State Governor.
The Governor promised that the State under his administration be made one of the sub National government for overall economic growth as envisioned by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu.
The Governor urged the people of the State to stem the tide of greed, be prepared to make hard choices, with unity and cooperation, assuring that it is a new dawn for the people.
Gov. Ododo assured the people of the State that he would work to meet with the yearnings and aspirations of the people, stressed that the era of politics of bitterness is over.
” There would no longer be politics of bitterness in the State as thought us by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu”, urged all the people of the State to join hands with him in building a virile Kogi State.
” I will build on the Solid foundation of unity existing in the State. I will strive not to undermine the trust placed on him to lead the people of the State”.
” I promise to govern with the fear of God, fairness, equity and justice”, assured that he will not fail the people, promised to be transparent and accountable.
Gov. Ododo urged the people to choose unity, togetherness, affirmed his will to pursue their full measure of happiness, without tribal or ethnicity that binds the people together
Gov. Ododo promised to work to sustain the ideals of the founding fathers, assured of delivering on the dreams of a Prosperous Kogi State that will lead to the progress and Kogi State as envisioned by the founding fathers.
Towards ensuring a sense of belonging, Ododo assured that the charter of Power of rotation, that would ensure inclusivity would be worked upon.
” I shall hit the ground running with programs that would have the well being of our people, with accountability, transparency as our driving force”
” I will open the State to become the investors hub under a well 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 made flourishing. Our School will be filled. Teachers will smile. Youths 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”, urged the people to join hands with him in delivering the gains of democracy.
” Our administration will strive to complete all ongoing projects, focus on solid Minerals, Steel Development, Marine and digital economy”.
Gov Ododo expressed optimism of a better Kogi State that will meet the expectations of the people, with Kogi State made better under his administration”.
Gov. Ododo said he will build on the achievements of his predecessor, described former Gov. Bello as father of modern Kogi State, praised him for his life transformation achievements and for building a modern Kogi State.
Gov. Ododo said he would not take the euphoria of the election for granted, said he will work to meet with the yearnings and aspirations of the people in fairness and Justice.
He called on the people to join hands with him in building on the unity of the State, acknowledged the efforts of former Gov Idris Wada, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, said history will remain kind to them for their roles in shaping the State on the basis of unity.
Ododo paid glowing tributes to late Prince Abubakar Audu, lauded President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, for making the State peaceful and united before and after the Governorship election.