Your leadership styles inspires me, Gov. Ododo showers encomium on Hon.Abejide, as he flagged off the construction of Kajola-Obada road
The Executive Governor of Kogi State, Gov. Usman Ododo, has showered encomium on Rt. Hon. Leke Abejide, the member representing Yagba East, Yagba West,Mopamuro Federal Constituency during the official flag off ceremony of the Kajola-Obada market road, Makutu Isanlu, Yagba East.
His Excellency , during his speech while addressing the crowd that welcomed him to the Yagba especially Isanlu, Yagba East described Abejide as a leader that inspires him. “A man that can easily forego his personal interest for the interest of his people, is a true leader”.
With a deep sense of respect and appreciation, the governor recognised Rt. Hon. Abejide, Member House of Representatives and candidate of African Democratic Congress ADC during the November, 2023 gubernatorial election in Kogi state.
“Let me appreciate and recognised one of our leader, one of our own, a kogite not by name, but by action. A man that believes in the unity of Kogi State and the entire Nation. A man that can easily forego his personal interest for the interest of his people, his commitment to the service of the indigenes is second to none, this is no other person than a respected leader beyond the shores of Kogi state, Rt. Hon Abejide Leke.
Commending Abejide, Gov. Ododo noted that “Beyond his achievements as a leader, he has shown great compassion and empathy towards the people of Yagba. His commitment to social welfare programs, poverty alleviation, and empowerment initiatives have uplifted the lives of many, giving hope and opportunities to those who need it the most”.
“His tireless efforts in promoting good governance, leadership prowess have earned him the respect and trust of the people of Yagba and Mr. President, our leader President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He has demonstrated a deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of our citizens, his policies and initiatives reflect a genuine desire to improve the lives of every individual in his constituency.”
“Honestly, addressing him as a leader is not a joke, we were both in the gubernatorial race and throughout the process, we never had a conversation, we never called each other, but when the election results was announced, I called him and he picked. In his exact words he said don’t worry I know why you called, but my brother power is given by Almighty God to whom he wishes, God has given you and I am not going to challenge the outcome of the election in court but one i ask of you is please I want you to serve the good people of Kogi State and truly he has been supporting and guiding me. We’ve been working together as partners in progress and Kogites”.
“Indeed, Hon. Leke as saved the state alot of resources by not heading to court; only leaders with understanding will know this and whether he is in my political party or not we are all kogites and we all mean well”.
Gov. Ododo appreciated Abejide for his genuine love for humanity beyond Kogi State, prayed that God Almighty continue to bless and strengthen him while he officially flagged off the construction of Kajola-Obada road in Makutu.
