- Governor Bello reiterates commitment to equity, fairness in decision making.
Children of a former Governor of Kogi state, late Prince Abubakar Audu on Sunday paid a thank you visit to Governor Yahaya Bello for his role in the nomination of one of them, Prince Shaibu Abubakar Audu as a ministerial nominee.
Speaking on behalf of the family, Barrister Eke Maimunat Audu, expressed deep appreciation to Governor Bello for submitting Prince Shaibu Abubakar Audu’s name for the ministerial appointment.
She said they were confident that the minister-designate would deliver with excellence, making both the state and Nigeria proud.
Prince Kabir Arome Audu remarked that their late father’s wish was for his legacy of good governance and a united Kogi State to continue.
He praised Governor Bello for providing a platform for the continuous existence of Audu’s legacy in Nigerian politics by nominating Prince Shaibu, among thousands of qualified candidates from Kogi State.
The family commended the governor for personally attending Shaibu’s screening at the National Assembly on Friday.
While briefly recounting the process that led to the choice of Prince Shaibu, Governor Bello emphasised that equity, fairness, and justice always come first in his decision-making.
He stressed the importance of unity and tolerance among the three senatorial districts of Kogi State, stating that tribal sentiment has no place in modern politics.
Governor Bello assured the minister-designate, Prince Shaibu, of his unwavering support, believing he will go far and make the nation proud by building on his father’s legacy.
“This is an opportunity for you to build on your father’s legacy. The joy that accompanied your nomination worldwide must be sustained through how you conduct yourself and lead the people. I have no doubt you will make the nation proud,” the governor stated.
Governor Bello thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the opportunity, assuring of the state’s unwavering support for his administration.
