By joshua Southerners In Kogi Congratulate Hon. Gentle, Hajiya Fatima On Lokoja LG Victory
The President of South-South States Residents in Kogi State and Special Adviser on South-South Mobilization, Comrade Abu Micheal, has congratulated Hon. Abdulrahman Idris Hussain (Gentle) and Hajiya Fatima Abdulkadir on their victory as Chairman and Vice Chairperson of Lokoja Local Government Area.
Abu Micheal conveyed the congratulatory message on behalf of the entire Southern community residing in Kogi State, following the declaration of results of the Local Government election held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, by the Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC).
In the message, he described their victory as well deserved and a clear reflection of the massive support and confidence reposed in them by the people of Lokoja LGA.
He said the emergence of Hon. Gentle Ododo, as he is popularly known, and Hajiya Fatima is a victory for the people and a reward for their hard work, dedication, humility and commitment to the progress of the Local Government.
“The overwhelming mandate given to Hon. Gentle and his running mate is a testament to their acceptability across party lines, ethnic divides and religious backgrounds. Lokoja, being the state capital and home to all Nigerians, has spoken loudly through the ballot that it trusts their capacity to deliver,” he stated.
Abu Micheal expressed confidence that their administration will usher in good governance, unity, peace and tangible dividends of democracy to the grassroots, in line with the consolidation agenda of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo.
He noted that as non-indigenes who have lived and done business in Kogi for decades, the Southern community is particularly excited that Lokoja now has leaders who are known for inclusiveness and for carrying everyone along irrespective of origin.
He prayed for a successful, peaceful and impactful tenure for the new administration and urged them to run an all-inclusive government that gives every resident a sense of belonging.
“On behalf of the South-South, South-East and South-West residents in Kogi State, we congratulate you and assure you of our unflinching support and cooperation. Carry everyone along and Lokoja will be better for it,” the statement added.