The Convener, Better Kogi Initiative Comrade Tosin Tafu, has congratulated Alh Ododo Ahmed Usman, on his victory in the primary election held on Friday.
In a congratulatory message, Tosin said Ododo resounding victory across the wards in the state was an affirmation of his widely-acknowledged sterling capacity and acceptance.
“Last Friday, All Progressives Congress members in Kogi rose in their large numbers to exercise their democratic rights.
“They voted massively to give Alh Ododo Ahmed Usman a clear mandate to contest in the upcoming November Gubernatorial election in the state.
“Their decision was expressed in very unambiguous and unmistaken terms. I wholeheartedly congratulate and rejoice with him,” he said.
The Convener said Ododo’s victory was also an expression of confidence the teeming party members in Kogi had in his ability and capacity to propel the state to an even greater height while building on the legacies of Governor Yahaya Bello.
He commended the leadership of the party for ensuring the success of the primary election and for effectively mobilising its members to participate fully in the electoral process.
According to him, the party members also deserve praise for not only conducting themselves in an orderly manner but for ensuring that their choices are expressed freely, fairly and unreservedly.
He also applauded security officers for creating the environment, which enabled the direct primary election to be conducted peacefully.
He said that Ododo submitted himself to the people and people’s power had prevailed, adding that his commitment to democracy, non-violent elections, nation-building, loyalty to the party and party supremacy were particularly remarkable.
He urged Ododo to extend a hand of fellowship to those who vied for the ticket along with him.
