Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi has lauded President Muhammadu Buhari for his efforts in nation-building and for giving young Nigerians an opportunity to participate in governance.
Bello gave the commendation when he led top members of his cabinet to pay Sallah homage to Buhari at his country home in Daura, Kastina State on Thursday.
A statement in Abuja on Friday said that Buhari was elated to receive the Governor and his team.
The statement cited Mr. Ahmed Bolori, Special Assistant to the Governor on Public Relations as saying that Bello later proceeded to the palace of the Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Faruq, who lauded Bello for his leadership and achievements.
Bolori also quoted Faruq as praising Bello’s style of governance and the courage demonstrated by the Governor in fighting criminals in Kogi.
“Coming to Daura with your senior government officials to pay Sallah homage to the president reveals a lot about your love for him and for us in Daura. Only a sincere lover pays a visit, not an enemy.
“Gov. Yahaya Bello is a son of this palace and our president’s ardent and unflinching supporter. This palace is your home and my doors are open to you at all times.
“I must applaud your ruthlessness and dedication to eliminating crooks and criminalities in Kogi State.
