By Noah Ocheni, Abuja
In a recent meeting with journalists from Kogi state, Hon. Duro Meseko, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressive Congress (APC), encouraged Kogi voters to cast their ballots in favor of the APC to drive economic growth in the state. Meseko emphasized the substantial progress made by the APC in Kogi State, particularly in sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, road construction, agriculture, and empowerment of youth and women.
Meseko underscored the need for Kogi voters to reciprocate Governor Yahaya Bello’s efforts over the past eight years by supporting the APC’s candidate, Alhaji Usman Ododo, for continuity and consolidation. He argued that in the current political climate, Kogi State should align with the APC, which is in power at the national level.
According to Meseko, Kogi State must participate in the federal government’s plans, such as the Ajaokuta steel project initiated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, including the establishment of a steel development ministry and the appointment of a native of the state as the minister. Meseko called on Kogi electorates to vote for the APC for the sake of continuity and consistent governance in the state.
Regarding the upcoming off-season governorship elections in Bayelsa and Imo states, Meseko expressed confidence in the APC’s ability to secure victories. He acknowledged that the APC had prepared meticulously for these elections and noted that, in a previous election, the party won in Bayelsa but lost due to legal technicalities.
Meseko stressed that the people who supported the APC in Bayelsa remain committed, and he believed they would continue to support the party due to the benefits of aligning with the ruling party at the national level. In the case of Imo State, Meseko commended Governor Hope Uzodimma’s performance and expressed his support for the governor’s re-election to continue the state’s development.
In conclusion, Meseko congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for their landmark victory at the Supreme Court and urged politicians to refrain from unnecessary posturing during elections, particularly concerning matters clearly defined by the country’s constitution.
