Usman Okai Austin, the House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa in the 2023 elections, has criticized the Kogi State government led by Governor Usman Ododo, for the lack of development despite increased revenue from the federation account since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office.
In a statement made available to TimesNow.com.ng on Sunday, August 4, Okai noted the growing resentment among Kogites due to perceived government insensitivity to their plight amid harsh economic conditions.
He attributed the people’s hardship to the removal of fuel subsidy and the subsequent surge in inflation.
Okai, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), called for transparency and accountability, emphasizing the need to hold the government responsible for the mismanagement of public funds.
He also highlighted the plight of local government workers who receive partial salaries despite the state’s alleged financial windfall.
Comparing the current situation to the previous administration, Okai expressed concern over the state’s lack of progress under Governor Yahaya Bello’s leadership.
Okai, however, urged for a change in governance, calling on Usman Ododo to address the people’s needs.
Earlier, TimesNow.com.ng reported that Governor Usman Ododo was urged to uphold the rule of law in his quest to erase corruption in Kogi state.
A political activist in Kogi state, Comrade Usman Okai Austin, made this call as he condemned the ‘unjust’ application of state power regarding the EFCC’s case against Yahaya Bello.
In an exclusive interview with TimesNow.com.ng, Comrade Okai urged Ododo to give way for the âprobe of Yayaya Bello’s alleged N80 billion financial crimeâ.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
