Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago says the loss by the ruling All Progressives Congress of three councillorship seats out of 274 to the opposition in last Saturday’s local government elections in the state gave credibility to the just-concluded polls.
Bago stated this while receiving the 25 chairmen-elect and their deputies, all under the APC, at the Government House in Minna.
The newly elected council leaders and their deputies visited the Government House shortly after receiving their certificates of return from the Niger State Independent Electoral Commission.
Congratulating the winners, Governor Bago urged them to be magnanimous and humble in victory, while extending a hand of fellowship to their opponents.
The Governor also charged them to work collectively and harmoniously to ensure effective service delivery at the grassroots, while assuring them of his administration’s full support.
He further directed outgoing chairmen to begin preparations for a smooth transition process.
Concerning Paikoro Local Government Area, the Governor warned the party against committing contempt of court.
He advised them to be patient until the court delivers its verdict.
APC State Chairman, Alhaji Aminu Musa Bobi, congratulated the newly elected chairmen and their deputies.
He commended the Governor for his unwavering support, which he said contributed to the APC’s victory in the elections.
Speaking on behalf of the new chairmen, ALGON chairman, Alhaji Iliyasu Zakari, said the visit was to present their certificates of return to the governor and express appreciation for his support.
Some of the newly elected chairmen ssured that their administrations would prioritise women and youth empowerment, as well as education and other key areas, to bring about transformation in rural communities.
