OFABO DAY 2025: KOGI DEPUTY GOVERNOR COMR JOEL RECEIVES MASSIVE ACCEPTANCE — A STRONG SIGNAL OF SUPPORT FOR ODODO–SALIFU 2027
By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh
December 28, 2025
The Deputy Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Comrade Joel Salifu, on Sunday graced the 2025 Ofabo Day celebration held in Ofabo, Ofu Local Government Area, an event that signaled the people’s growing endorsement for the re-election of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and his Deputy Comrade Joel Salifu come 2027.
A statement according to the Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor Mr Unubi Emmanuel revealed that the annual event brought together sons and daughters of the community, both at home and in the diaspora, to celebrate their unity, shared progress, and rich cultural heritage. It also served as a platform to discuss a collective way forward for the development of the community.
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This year’s turnout and electrifying reception for the Deputy Governor further reflected the rising political consciousness and commitment of Ofabo people toward sustaining the present administration’s development strides beyond 2027.
The Deputy Governor was accompanied by the Member representing Ofu State Constituency at the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Ahmodu Shehu, the Director General, Kogi State Community Watch and Ancillary Matters, Hon. Muhammed Nasiru Alfa, the Executive Chairman of Ofu Local Government Area, Hon. Mohammed Lawal Musa; the Special Adviser to the Governor on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Hon. Eunice Achimugu, the State Coordinator of the AGILE Project, Comrade Abdullahi Tijani Oricha, the State Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Comrade Ayoola Abayomi, among other dignitaries.
Their presence collectively affirmed government solidarity and the value the administration places on grassroots engagement.
In his address, the Deputy Governor commended the people of Ofabo for their unity and for organizing a successful celebration. He urged the community to remain united and to always place the collective interest of the area above all other considerations.
Speaking passionately, he noted that unity remains a non-negotiable foundation for political stability, especially ahead of the 2027 election cycle.
He noted that he had worked closely with the community in the past and maintained strong relationships with many of its people, expressing his deep affection for the area. His emotional connection visibly acknowledged by the cheering crowd further captured the essence of acceptance his presence enjoyed at the celebration.
Comrade Joel Salifu encouraged the community to continue supporting the administration of His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, in order to attract more dividends of democracy.
He also pledged to present the community’s requests to the Governor for consideration. The Deputy Governor assured them that continued loyalty will translate into tangible developmental impact is an assurance that resonated with the people’s commitment toward 2027.
Earlier, the National President of the Ofabo Community Development Association, Hon. Daniel Onojah, thanked the Deputy Governor for facilitating the appointment of sons and daughters of the community into key positions. He appealed for the provision of potable water, restoration of electricity supply, construction of the major road linking the community to Enugu State to increase economic activities, as well as renovation of schools and the deployment of more teachers. He also assured the Deputy Governor of the community’s support for the Ododo-led administration and pledged their commitment to ensuring a landslide victory in the 2027 elections.
The Executive Chairman of Ofu Local Government Area, Hon. Mohammed Lawal Musa, advised the community against deceptive politicians who make false promises and urged them to support the credible and people-focused leadership of Governor Ododo. His remarks reinforced the theme already loud within the gathering that the people have chosen continuity over uncertainty.
In his remarks, the DG, Kogi State Community Watch and Ancillary Matters, Hon. Muhammed Nasiru Alfa, warned against collaborating with criminals, stressing that anyone found aiding criminal activities would face the full weight of the law. He linked peace and security to political and community development, reminding youths that political support must go hand-in-hand with law-abiding citizenship.
Highpoint of the event was the presentation of an award of honour to the Deputy Governor in recognition of his contributions to the development of the community over the years. The symbolic moment stands as a proof of the community’s trust, appreciation, and endorsement ahead of 2027.
(Democracy Newsline Newspaper, December 30TH 2025)
