Kogi West Patriotic Assembly scores Sen. Karimi high on rural infrastructure, renewable energy, security
… Commends his interventions that span several critical sectors of education, empowerment, healthcare
The Kogi West Patriotic Assembly, has lauded the extensive accomplishments of Sen. Sunday Karimi, described him as a leader who is genuinely dedicated to improving the lives of his constituents rather than one driven by political ambition.
In a statement signed by Ayodele Joshua, PhD; and Secretary, Kareem Adigun, Kogi West Patriotic Assembly, reacting to a politically sponsored article laced with mischief titled: Senator Karimi Rice Palliatives: Kogi West People not destitute, written by a faceless
Comrade Ekundayo Solomon Aloko, from Odole Mopa, claiming to write From Lokoja,
described Sen. Karimi’s approach to representation as defined by practical solutions, a deep understanding of the needs of his constituency, and a commitment to impactful, long-lasting improvements.
The assembly said it will continue to enlighten people who pretend and do not to see the good works of Sen. Karimi, pointing out that as his work progresses, the people of Kogi West are and will continue to witness a transformative shift in their region—one driven by strategic leadership and a clear vision for a brighter future.
KWPA in the statement expressed appreciation that Sen. Karimi’s interventions since his emergence in the 10th Assembly span several critical sectors, including healthcare, rural infrastructure, and renewable energy.
The assembly further said that the senator has also invested in solar-powered street lights to enhance security and reduce energy costs in underserved areas.
While noting that the mischief makers scored the Senator high in his regular palliative distribution, expressed appreciation that the gargantuan Military Forward Base built in Egbe boundary between Kwara and Kogi states caught their attention, described Sen. Karimi as a rare gem personality who is particularly about long lasting accomplishments for the zone.
The assembly mentioned the ongoing rehabilitation project of the Government Secondary School, Koton Karfe in Kogi local government area to remodel the school under the National Senior Secondary Education Commission, facilitated by Sen. Karimi at the cost of N1.2billion as his commitment to educational development.
Senator Karimi’s dedication to enhancing educational opportunities in Kogi West is evident through his substantial investment in scholarship programs. Recently, he launched a 100 million naira scholarship fund aimed at supporting students in tertiary institutions. This initiative is part of a broader effort to alleviate financial burdens on students and their families, especially those facing economic challenges. Beyond direct financial aid, Karimi has also supported exam preparation, coaching, and other educational resources at the secondary and university levels. His initiatives reflect a holistic approach to education, addressing both immediate financial needs and the broader goal of improving academic performance and outcomes.
He also donated 11 million to the Ijumu Diocese of Anglican Communion for the establishment of a Nursing School.
For those who may not know, Sen. Karimi graciously single- handedly reconstructed the damaged Pakuta Bridge in Bunuland, Kabba-Bunu local government. The reconstruction work for the damaged Pakuta Bridge.
is valued at the cost of over N17 million.
Recalled that the road linking Aiyegunle Gbede in Ijumu Local Government of Kogi State to Kiri kingdom in Kabba Bunu LGA, Kupa North, Kupa South and Eggan communities in Lokoja Local government with Niger State had over became not motorable.
It is not a hidden fact that Sen. Sunday Karimi distributed transformers to Communities in the seven Local Government Areas of Kogi West.
The abandoned Kabba-Egbe-Ilorin road project has been a major concern for Sen. Karimi. His efforts has made the FG give contractors deadline to resume work.
Senator Sunday Karimi has also Disbursed N100million to 50 women cooperative groups across Kogi West after a rigorous training that equipped them with the skills, needed to manage their businesses.
It is in records that Sen. Karimi has also donated handsomely to the completion of Mosques, Churches in Kogi West.
A vocal voice in the Senate, his voice on issues concerning the people of Kogi West as was heard clearly aftermath the Trailer accident in Felele road killing some FUL students, urging for FG action on road safety after amongst several others makes him an envy by Political mischief makers.
His intervention in the Embwa boat mishap where he donated N10m, Donated another N11m for the rehabilitation of Fish market in Lokoja are testament to his socio economic development efforts, which naysayers will obviously not see nor hear.
It is on record that Sen. Karimi secured employment for Kogi indigenes through the National Assembly Service Commission and other Federal Government Agencies. The beneficiaries are appreciative of the gesture.
The traders Sen. Karimi empowered, about 400 Traders under the auspices of As Lokoja Arewa Traders Union are living and have never seen a people oriented representation like is presently witnessed under Sen. Karimi.
It is also another accomplishment that Sen Sunday Karimi recently empowered and donated N100,000 each to some traders across 7 local government areas of Kogi West. According to the State Coordinator of the group, Comrade Umar Abdullahi Abass, lauded the immeasurable contributions of the Senator, pointing out that it has helped in revitalizing their businesses.
It is also not a fluke that Sen. Karimi has begun the Construction, Rehabilitation of 140 Boreholes, Valued At N1.24billion Across Kogi West. This effort includes the construction of New 75 Number Solar powered boreholes and the Rehabilitation of another 60 Number moribund Water Schemes across communities in Kogi West.
Depending on how you see the Senator Representing Kogi West, Sen Karimi’s gift of Toyota Corolla car to Lokoja APC Media Team and some other individuals who are Youth is to them empowerment.
The same Senator Karimi doled out N27.5 Million to support APC candidates in the seven Local Government of Kogi Western Senatorial District, ahead of the Local Government Elections. The seven local government areas are; Kabba/Bunu, Koton Karfe/Kogi, Ijumu, Yagba East, Yagba West, Mopamuro and Lokoja. The sum of N7 million was given to each of the seven chairmanship candidates, N500,000 to each of the Vice chairmanship candidates, and N200,000 to the 85 councilorship candidates across the 7 LGAs in Kogi west senatorial district.
For a man who during Yuletide seasons would appreciate the sacrifices of men of the Security agencies, Sen. Karimi has regularly fetes Military, Police, other Security formations in Kogi West.
Towards encouraging farmers, Sen. Karimi in his one year of representation, has donated bags of fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and other support to farmers across the district.
That Sen. Karimi has chosen to maintain a low profile, choosing to focus on delivering results rather than seeking public recognition, is because his preference for action over publicity has earned him widespread respect among his constituents.
His concern of laying a strong foundation for long-term development in Kogi West, focussing on infrastructure, education, economic empowerment, and sustainability reflects a comprehensive vision for the district’s future.
One can go on and on the purposeful impact made in just a year by Sen. Karimi. One thing is clear, he is a work in progress, with the well-being of his people his topmost priority and would not join issues with mischief makers. We in KWPA will continue to educate our people and to urge those whose trade in stock is the pull him down syndrome to have a rethink, join hands in building a virile Kogi West
In just a year of purposeful representation after a rigorous litigation, Sen. Karimi has remained focused, addressing the immediate needs of the people, reason why his almost like a monthly Palliatives, first of it kind in the State has gone a long way in cushioning the impact of the current economic reality.
