Gov Bello reaffirms commitment to supporting sociocultural groups in Kogi State »

Kogi Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has reaffirmed his commitment towards supporting sociocultural groups in the state in order to preserve its cultural heritage for the next generation.

Governor Bello gave the assurrance on Sunday when some Ebira Cultural Music Legendaries paid him a homage in Government House in Lokoja to celebrate his recent victory at the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primaries.

“Since inception, it has been the tradition of my administration in allowing equal opportunity to all ethnic groups across the three senatorial districts in the scheme of things,” he said.

According to him, more opportunities would be created by the government for the discovery of talents and possible assistance to launch such individuals/cultural troops into stardom.

Governor Bello while commending them for their contributions to the development of the land through the use of cultural music to promote peaceful coexistence, reassured of government’s commitment to the people’s welfare.

In their separate remarks, the spokespersons of Avoyi Oziada group and Aminu Adeku son’s group noted that history would be kind to Governor Bello for daring to be different in addressing age long chances previous governments were negligent about and his tireless effort in uniting the people.

“Governor Yahaya Bello is our virtuous son in whom we are well pleased. We will do everything possible within our reach to support his re-election in the November polls,” they added.