President Political Groups, ODODO Ambassadors for unity, Hon. Ramatu Abdulhammed, has congratulated Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his deputy, Joel Salifu Oyibo on their victory in the last Saturday governorship election in Kogi State.
Hon. Ramatu, who made the commendation in a press statement issued in Abuja, described the victory as a victory for entire Kogi People.
According to her, his emergence is a major pointer that politics in Kogi today is tilting towards meritocracy and not tribalism as it is evident in what we referred to as aggressive votes from across various parts of the state, West for example.and bulky vote from the central
The statement said that, “On behalf of the good Members of the ODODO Ambassadors for unity Political Groups in Kogi State, We congratulate you on your emergence as the Governor Elect of Kogi State in the just concluded governorship elections held on Saturday 11th November 2023 under the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC).
“Your victory is a victory for all Kogites irrespective of political affiliation and zone as it shows that the hand of the Almighty God is truly on our dear state. May your renowned brilliance, street credibility and acceptance not be eclipsed by quest for tribalism, selfish and personal aggrandizement.
“You contested the election against several qualified fellow political actors of Kogi State and emerged the winner not because of your connection but because of the love, the trust and confidence the good people of Kogi State have in your administrative prowess, capability and most importantly.
“Your humility and we wish you guide these qualities very consciously and govern the state with the atmost fear of God. A lot of trust and confidence has been bestowed upon you and we expect that you do not disappoint us,
“Your campaign slogan of consolidation is one which encapsulates the whole yearning of the masses and we expect that you will hit the ground running as you face this daunting task just like your boss, His Excellency, Alh. Yahaya Bello.
“The task ahead is enormous but the fact that you have the experience, the political will and goodwill from across board would make the task a bit easy for you and the people and we hope that you will use this goodwill to make Kogites proud.
“We want to respectfully remind you that you are elected to represent Kogi People not Ebira people, family members or friends. We urge you to dare to be different.
Once again, Congratulations Your Excellency, Alh. Usman Ododo. She said.