The General Manager of Kogi State Community and Social Development Agency, (CSDA), Chief Dauda Momoh has Commended the state Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo for empowering the agency to execute life changing projects across the three Senatorial districts of the state.
Chief Momoh who gave the commendation shortly after he was conferred with the Chieftaincy title of Mayegun of Apataland, by Olu of Apata, Ipatun -Oworo in Lokoja Local Government Area, His Royal Highness, Oba, Dr. Fredrick Durojaiye, on Saturday, also thank the Royal father for recognizing their efforts in community development.
Kogi state Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo was also conferred with the title of Aare Atuluse of Apataland.
Speaking further, Chief Momoh noted that the chieftaincy title will motivate him to double his efforts in ensuring that the agency under his control continue to deliver projects which has direct bearing and improve the quality of lives of the people of the state.
He called on the people of Apataland to continue to support the government of Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo by ensuring peaceful co-existence, saying no meaningful Development can thrive in an atmosphere of rancour and disunity.
Earlier the Royal father, who is the Olu of Apata, Ipatun -Oworo in Lokoja Local Government Area, Oba, Dr. Fredrick Durojaiye, promised to continue to work for the unity, peace and Development of Apata Kingdom.
According to Oba Durojaiye, the 10th year anniversary is to take stock of what he and his cabinet have been able to do for the community and chart the way forward for more impactful Development, hence the launch of 500 million naira fund raising for skill acquisition and construction of a multipurpose center for the Apata community.
While congratulating those conferred with chieftaincy titles, the Royal father appealed to the Kogi state government to construct a modern Primary Healthcare center in Apata Community to service not only the Apata community and the other adjoining communities.
Speaking further, the Oba said “I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation to the state government for their unwavering support over the past decade. Their initiatives, including the establishment of schools and a magistrate court in our kingdom, have greatly enhanced the quality of life for our people. Furthermore, the elevation of the Olu Apata stool to a second-class status is a testament to the recognition of our heritage and the importance of our leadership within the state.
“To my esteemed traditional council and the resilient people of Apata, | extend my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and dedication in making this celebration a reality. Your efforts are the backbone of our community’s strength and prosperity.
Apata Community plays host to the Dangote Group of Industries, made up of the Dangote Cement, Dangote Transport, Dangote Packaging and Dangote Academy and several other Companies.
Others who were conferred with chieftaincy titles includes; Alhaji Aliko Dangote as AareTayese of Apataland, Emeritus Prof. Olugbemiro Jegede as the Gbadeniyi of Apataland, Engr. Edwin Davakumar, as Aare Afiwajoye of Apataland and Dr. Onimode Abdullahi Bandele who is the Bobagunwa of Apataland.
Others are; Barr. Fumilayo Schule, as the Erelu of Apataland and Chief Olusegun Foluwaso Obanla who is the Bobaselu of Apataland.