Ahead of the November 11 governorship election in Kogi state, the state governor, Yahaya Bello has warned those who are planning to unleash violence on election day to have a rethink, saying nobody tries him with violence and goes scot free.
Bello gave the warning while speaking on Saturday during the inauguration of Kogi state National Gubernatorial Campaign Council in Lokoja.
The governor, while thanking President Bola Tinubu, expressed confidence and assurance that the party will ride to victory smoothly in the November 11 election.
He stated: “If you see these cream-dela-cream that have come to support us in this coming election. I assured you that victory is ours. There is nobody contesting against us. We have Hon Usman Ododo who is coming to consolidate on our achievements.
“This election is a landslide victory. Nobody tries GYB with violence and goes scot free. Go out and cast your vote. This election shall be a landslide victory for our party.”
In his response, Chairman of the Kogi Gubernatorial National Campaign Council and Ogun state governor, Dapo Abiodun, thanked the leadership of the party and assured that his team will not fail to deliver as expected.
The inauguration was attended by six governors of Ogun, Lagos, Niger, Benue and Kwara states.
In his welcome address, APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, said the Campaign Council comprises individuals who have demonstrated impeccable and unwavering dedication to the cause, and ability to lead APC to victory.
He said: “We need the support and engagement of each member of our party, and indeed, every Kogites who yearns for positive change. We also appeal to those who participated in the primary to put it behind them and work for the victory of the party. This is where their commitment to the party can get rewarded both with good government and patronage.
“Our campaign, as customary, will be issue-based. We will engage in constructive dialogue, listen to the concerns of Kogites, and work tirelessly to address their needs and aspirations.”
