APC Youth Wing Honors Bashir Gegu with Outstanding Humanitarian Award »

The Youth Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State has honored the Commissioner for Solid Minerals and Natural Resources, Engineer Bashir Gegu with the Outstanding Humanitarian Award, in recognition of his remarkable contributions to the growth of the party, youth empowerment, and community development. The ceremony took place today at the APC State Secretariat in Lokoja and was attended by party leaders, youth groups, and other dignitaries.

Speaking at the event, the Kogi APC Youth Leader, Hon. Mohammed U. Mohammed, described the award recipient as a committed party stalwart whose efforts have significantly strengthened the party’s grassroots mobilization and youth inclusion. He noted that Engineer Bashir Gegu has been a dependable ally of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo in the administration’s drive to deliver good governance to the people of Kogi State.

“Engineer Bashir Gegu is one of the loyal lieutenants of His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. His immeasurable contributions to party development and youth advancement made him deserving of this recognition,” Mohammed said, while stressing that the APC-led administration in the state continues to deliver on its promises to the people.

In his goodwill message, the APC Deputy Chairman, who represented the State Chairman, Hon. Abdullahi Bello, commended the Youth Wing for recognizing and rewarding excellence, loyalty, and effectiveness qualities he described as hallmarks of Engineer Gegu. He added that the gesture would inspire other party members to remain steadfast in service.

Also speaking, the Kogi State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Aridaojo Monday Anyebe, praised the recipient for his strong commitment to youth empowerment and the development of the party. He equally lauded the Youth Wing for its proactive role in supporting dedicated and trustworthy members of the APC.

The event also witnessed tributes from several dignitaries including the Lokoja Local Government Chairman, Comrade Abdullahi Adamu, zonal youth leaders, as well as representatives of youth and women groups. They all extolled the humanitarian disposition and grassroots impact of Engineer Gegu, describing him as a role model for young people.

In his response, Engineer Bashir Gegu expressed gratitude to the APC Youth Wing for the honor bestowed on him. He dedicated the award to former Governor Alhaji Yahaya Bello and incumbent Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, acknowledging their support and for providing him the platform to make an impact.

“I accept this award on behalf of the downtrodden and less privileged in our society. This recognition strengthens my resolve to continue contributing meaningfully to youth development and the progress of our great party,” Gegu stated.

He further assured that the APC remains the party to beat in future elections, expressing confidence in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and predicting victory for the party in the 2027 presidential election.

The award ceremony was marked by jubilant displays of solidarity from party faithful, youths, and community groups, all of whom celebrated Engineer Bashir Gegu as a shining example of loyalty, service, and humanitarian leadership.