21/01/2023
ENGR OHERE STORMS THE STEEL CITY, EXTEND TOUR TO EGANYI AND ADOGO COMMUNITIES
The steel city came alive as the foremost Kogi Central Senatorial candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Engr. Abubakar Sadiku Ohere, was warmly received by the stakeholders of Ajaokuta Local Government Area during the local government's inauguration of campaign council.
Various youths group and women political movements as well as support groups were lined up at the entrance of the city for the senatorial hopeful and his entourage. The atmosphere became charged on his arrival with singing and dancing as he was ushered into the hall of the comprehensive secondary school, venue of the inauguration.
On the entourage of Engr. Ohere are: Director General, Kogi Central Presidential Campaign Council, Hon. Abubakar Adagu, the Central Working Committee Chairman, Alh. Kashim Ihima, the Chairman, Ohere Political Vanguard, Prof. Solomon Avidime, Hon Kabiru Aliyu Jatto aka Kabiru Ozi onyene. Hon. Zubair Amoka among others.
The host's council Chairman, Hon. Mustapha Akaba, in his opening remarks, described Engr. Abubakar Ohere as someone who has paid his dues. He urged residents of Ajaokuta LGA to vote massively for the senatorial candidate because he is a perfect fit for the job at the National Assembly.
In a similar manner, the APC's House of Representatives Candidate for Ajaokuta Federal Constituency, Hon. Abdulraheem Sanni Egidi, expressed his confidence on the people of Ajaokuta Local Government while saying he was optimistic they will not disappoint in delivering the mandate for all fielded APC candidates in the February and March Polls.
The event witnessed the inauguration of over 400 members of the campaign council by the Director General of Kogi Central PCC, Hon. Abubakar Adagu, who subsequently urged the inaugurated campaign council executives to hit the ground running.
Engr. Ohere was presented with an award of excellence in recognition of his enormous contributions towards the growth of the society in Ajaokuta Local Government Area by Onyinoyi Women Association, Ajaokuta.
In his response, Engr. Ohere was appreciative of the support from the people of Ajaokuta Local Government Area and thanked the stakeholders for their efforts in ensuring that the party candidates emerge victorious in the forthcoming election. He promised never to let them down when elected as Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District.
The candidate’s campaign team visited Eganyi and Adogo communities afterward to pay a consultation visit to all traditional rulers in the communities. While addressing the traditional rulers, Engr. Ohere cited the democratic dividends accrued to the communities under the New Direction Government led by His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello. These include among others, the upgrading of the traditional stools, construction of central mosque, various road rehabilitation projects, provision of electricity to the communities as well as the construction of Badako General Hospital.
Engr. Ohere further listed appointees of the New Direction Government occupying sensitive positions from Ajaokuta LGA amongst whom include the erstwhile Honourable Commissioner for Health, current Special Advisers and Senior Special Assistants to the Governor inclusive of Prince Abdulkareem Onyekehi, Hon Mimi Sandra and a host of others.
Ohere stated also that as an engineer in the mining field, he is best positioned to advance the struggle for the full operation of the Ajaokuta Steel Company. Put succinctly, Engr. Ohere said he will work on the Ajaokuta project with his technical know how, while urging the traditional council and the communities to vote APC from top to bottom.
In acceptance, the traditional houses were unanimous in the endorsement of Engr. Ohere and all the APC candidates, stating, this was the only way to show appreciation to His Excellency and to reward Engr. Abubakar Ohere for his hardwork and benevolence to Ajaokuta communities.
The tour ended at the residence of Prince Abdulkareem Onyekehi where the waiting crowd of supporters treated Engr Ohere. to a joyous singing and dancing parade, pledging their unalloyed support.
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OHERE MEDIA TEAM