Emmanuel lkpeama
The Law Officers Association of Nigeria (LOAN), Kogi State Chapter, has commended the State Government under Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for its commitment to the welfare of civil servants and the development of the state.
In a letter jointly signed by the Chairman, S. A. Yusuf, Esq., and the Secretary, Suleiman Yakubu, Esq addressed to the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, the Association expressed appreciation for the government’s attention to the welfare and working conditions of public servants, including law officers.
“We reaffirm our dedication to the success of your administration’s programmes and policies for the overall progress and development of our dear State.”
“We look forward to the opportunity to meet with Your Excellency and further appreciate you,” the letter stated.
The Association went further to reaffirm its support for the administration and pledged to collaborate with relevant institutions to strengthen justice delivery and promote good governance in Kogi State.
The body also withdrew an earlier notice that had been issued in error and tendered an unreserved apology to the State Government and all concerned.
LOAN explained that the previous notice resulted from a communication gap, and that the leadership of the Association had since reviewed the matter and taken corrective action.
“We regret any inconvenience caused by the earlier notice and wish to assure the Government of our utmost respect, cooperation, and professionalism in all future engagements,” the letter added.
The Association described Governor Ododo’s administration as responsive, people-focused, and result-oriented, and assured the government of its readiness to provide professional and ethical legal services in line with the administration’s commitment to justice, accountability, and service to the people.
Investigator news reports that copies of the letter were forwarded to top government functionaries including the Honourable Chief Judge of Kogi State, the Secretary to the State Government, the Head of Civil Service, and the Commissioners for Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, among others.
It also assured the government of its readiness to continue providing professional and ethical legal services in line with the administration’s commitment to justice, accountability, and service to the people.
