Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello on Thursday presented letter of appointment to the newly appointed Agbana of Isanlu, His Royal Majesty, Oba Moses Babatunde Etombi.
The Governor who was represented by the Commissioner of Local Government and Chieftiancy Affairs, Engr. Abubakar Ohere presented the letter of appointment to the paramount ruler at the conference hall of the Ministry in Lokoja.
Engr. Ohere said the appointment was made in accordance with the 2006 Local Government law on appointment and deposition of Chiefs.
The Commissioner thanked Isanlu king makers for making the appointment of the new Agbana of Isanlu rancour free, maintaining that the administration of Governor Bello will continue to appoint and upgrade traditional rulers in the state.
Engr. Ohere appealed to the electorate of Yagba East local government area to vote for the return of Governor Bello in the November 16, 2019 election, adding that the return of Governor Bello will give room for the consolidation of his administration.
In his response, the new Agbana of Insalu thanked Governor Bello for his appointment, assuring that he would continue to promote peace in his domain.
Commissioner of Finance, Asiwaju Idris Asiru, who hails from Isanlu, thanked the state government for the speed with which the appointment of the new Agbana of Isanlu was made.
He assured him that the electorate of his community will vote enmasse for the return of Governor Bello to Lugard House.
In his speech, the member representing Yagba East Constituency, Hon. Jimoh Musa Omiata said Governor Bello has continued to carry the traditional institution along in his administration. He assured the governor of massive votes from Yagba East in the November polls.
