From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state has clarified that he is not in any cold war with the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Alhaji Ado Ibrahim as being speculated erroneously in some quarters.
Bello who made the clarification while addressing a crowd of muslim faithfuls at the Eldi praying ground in Okene on Tuesday, said he can never go against the wish and interest of the monarch , adding that the Ohinoyi is his father whom he will continue to respect and give the desired support throughout his tenure.
“I do not have any problem with my paramount ruler, he has been playing the role of a father to me even before I became the governor of the state.
“There can never be peace and development in an atmosphere of rancour and crises, I am assuring that my administration will continue to provide dividends of democracy to the people of the state”
The governor also urged the people of the state to desist from statements that are capable of causing division among the leaders and the led.
Governor Bello who pointed out that he came to power when recession was very high in the country, noted that he was able to utilised the mega resources accrued to the state prudently through transparency and accountability.
While eulogising the late Chief Imam of the Ebiraland , Sheik Musa Galadima for his selfless service to the people of Kogi central, the governor charged Muslims to always live harmoniously with one another in the interest of peace and unity.
In his speech the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Alhaji Ado Ibrahim charged his subjects to engage in venture that will add value to their lives and promote unity among the people of the land.
He drummed support for the governor to actualise his second term ambition , assuring that he will deliver more dividends of democracy if given the chance.
In his sermon, the Acting Chief Imam of Ebiraland, Alhaji Salihu Abere charged Muslims to continue to exhibit the lesson learnt during the holy month in order to enjoy God’s favour on earth and here after.
He cautioned parents to be wary of the activities of their children, saying as leaders of tomorrow their character needed to be moulded in religious way that would suit the society.
