Kogi HoS in Supreme Court

Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has celebrated the Supreme Court's affirmation of his election victory as a triumph for the people who voted for him, emphasizing the judiciary's role in upholding justice despite external pressures. He extended an olive branch to opposition leaders, including Senator Dino Melaye, urging collaboration to advance the state. Meanwhile, the Kogi State Head of Civil Service, Mr. Elijah Evinemi, congratulated Ododo, attributing the victory to divine intervention and reaffirming the commitment of civil servants to support the administration's initiatives. However, Otunba Olayinka Braimoh, the Action Alliance Party candidate, expressed dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court ruling, arguing it rewards negative practices within the electoral system. He remains committed to addressing poverty in Kogi State despite the legal setbacks. The political landscape is marked by contrasting reactions to the Supreme Court's decision, highlighting ongoing tensions in Kogi's governance.