Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has assured the people of Ogoni that his administration will ensure that all ongoing projects in area are completed before the expiration of his tenure.
Wike gave the assurance on Tuesday when the new leadership of KAGOTE, an elite socio-cultural organization for the Ogoni Ethnic Nationality paid him a Courtesy Visit at the Government House Port Harcourt.
The Governor tasked the new leadership of KAGOTE to work towards restoring sustainable peace in all Ogoni communities.
“We should work for peace in Ogoni communities. The situation where there is insecurity in some communities is affecting development.
“I urge you to use your good offices to ensure that there is peace in Ogoniland. We must not allow criminals to speak on behalf of communities “, he said.
Wike assured KAGOTE that the Rivers State Security Council will work hard to resolve the security issues in Bodo City and its environs.
He said: “I will take up the issue of Bodo City with the State Commissioner of Police. We will work to bring peace to Bodo City.”
“We are ready to partner with any organisation that is committed to development. There is no need fighting ourselves, as we need to work for development “, he said.
Earlier, President of KAGOTE, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Deeyah commended Governor Wike for the projects sited in Ogoniland and other parts of the State and promised that KAGOTE will support his administration for the development of Rivers State.
He said: “We have come to offer support to your administration to better the lots of our people. We wish to join you in a fruitful partnership in your efforts to bring to our people and indeed all Rivers men and women of goodwill, good governance, improved security, infrastructural as well as human capacity development. ”
He said: “We would like to commend you for the numerous projects sited in our area and all around the state. We implore you to do more. We want to place on record our sincere appreciation of your support and assistance to our sons and daughters who contested for various offices in Government at all levels. ”
He stated that KAGOTE will remain a back channel of support, communication and linkages for the administration, as has been the tradition.
The new KAGOTE Executive was elected on December 29, 2019, to run the affairs of the organisation for three years.
