Ex-gov Bello remains my leader, no rift , senator Ohere

Former senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Sadiku Abubakar Ohere has denied of having any rift with the past immediate governor of the State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello. Addressing the issue in an interview with journalists on Monday at okene , senator Ohere emphasized his unwavering loyalty to the ex governor, describing him as his […]

Former senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Sadiku Abubakar Ohere has denied of having any rift with the past immediate governor of the State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello.

Addressing the issue in an interview with journalists on Monday at okene , senator Ohere emphasized his unwavering loyalty to the ex governor, describing him as his political mentor and leader.

Senator Ohere dismissed speculation of such news making the rounds at the twilight of the former governor’s administration as a figment of some people ‘s imagination , describing such rumors as mere political manoeuvring by interest groups .

“I have repeatedly said in several fora, and during my electioneering campaigns that my involvement in politics is directly linked to Yahaya Bello.

“He is my boss and my political leader. My journey in politics began because of him, and it remains so.

“The so-called political crisis and allegations of betrayal are just—political games. They have no basis in reality”, said Ohere.

Senator Ohere stressed further that his allegiance to Bello remains steadfast, and he would not hesitate to follow him to any party ,if Bello were to switch political affiliations.

“If ex governor Bello decides on any other course of action, I will support him unequivocally. He is my mentor, and my commitment to him remains absolute loyalty”, he said.

However, he described the recent alleged plot linked to him, said to be capable of undermining the victory of the current Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, as “totally misleading and misinterpreted.”

The senator said he has unwavering trust in governor Ododo’s capacity to deliver the dividend of democracy to the people of the state , stressing that his productive working relationship with the governor during his tenure as Commissioner for Local Government Affairs revealed his quality out to him.

“In the GYB administration, apart from the fact that I played prominent roles across the state, as far Kogi Central was concerned, I was the leader of political appointees.

“Then, if I am the leader, certain roles are expected of me, then if I am playing those roles positively, you might have stepped on some toes as well, but not Ododo”, he said.