Bello Counsels Kogi Monarchs on Peaceful Electioneering

Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja

Ahead of the forthcoming gubernatorial election in Kogi State, the State Governor, Yahaya Bello has tasked the traditional rulers to advise their subjects to conduct peaceful campaigns, devoid of any form of crisis, violence, or acts that might threaten the state’s peace and security.

Bello made this call while speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting with the Kogi State Traditional Council in Lokoja.

He expressed confidence in his political party, the All Progressives Council (APC), and its ability to secure a rancor-free atmosphere for the people of Kogi State to cast their votes on 11 November 2023.

On rumours making the round about his own life, the governor reminded everyone that life and death are in the hands of God alone, and he would return to God when it is divinely appointed.

 Governor Bello encouraged the traditional rulers to advocate for peaceful coexistence, tolerance, and unity among their people. He advised against engaging in acrimonious politics, spreading fake news, and resorting to propaganda.

The governor implored the traditional rulers to continue working and praying for the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, acknowledging the visionary policies his administration had undertaken. He expressed optimism that better days are ahead, and the current challenges will yield the desired results.

The President of Kogi State Traditional Council of Chiefs, the Atta Igala, His Royal Majesty, Mathew Alaji Opaluwa Ogwuche-akpa II, was represented by the Ohimege-Igu of Koto Karfe, His Royal Majesty, Abdulrasaq Isah Koto. They conveyed their solidarity to the governor and commended him for his various developmental projects.

The council highlighted significant improvements in rural electrification, particularly in Kogi/Koto and Lokoja local government areas. He urged the governor to maintain the momentum of progress, especially in the area of electricity and emphasized the importance of delivering good governance to the people while disregarding distractions.