Ododo Urges Kogites To Embrace Unity, Patriotism In New Year

Emmanuel lkpeama 

Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has called for unity and commitment to security, reaffirming his administration’s resolve to deliver more through prudent resource management and people-oriented governance.

In his New Year message, Ododo thanked God for protection and guidance, highlighting modest gains in security, infrastructure, education, healthcare, and empowerment initiatives .

He said that despite challenges, the state recorded modest but significant gains across key sectors, including security, infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and youth and women empowerment, attributing the progress to discipline, unity of purpose, and the cooperation of citizens.

According to him, the New Year presents renewed hope and a stronger resolve by his administration to do more through prudent resource management, inclusive governance, and policies aimed at improving the quality of life of the people, expanding opportunities for youths, empowering women, and strengthening the state’s economy.

Ododo assured residents of deeper collaboration with security agencies to sustain peace, stressing that development thrives in a secure environment.

Ododo urged Kogites to reject division and leverage their diversity to build a prosperous state, pledging to serve with integrity and transparency.

He also expressed support for President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,noting that the President’s reforms have strengthened the economy and expanded resources available to sub-national governments for development.e

The governor went further to wish the people of Kogi State a peaceful, prosperous, and fulfilling New Year, while praying for continued progress for the state and the nation.