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STRATEGIC SUCCESSION: YAHAYA BELLO'S POLITICAL MASTERSTROKE IN KOGI STATE

When examining the history of leadership in Kogi State, one cannot ignore its unique complexities. From the time of its creation to present day, the state has seen various transitions of power some smooth, others turbulent. However, the only thing constant has been the pursuit of capable leadership that can address the diverse needs of its people.

Kogi State was created on August 27, 1991, by the Babangida istration, carved out from parts of the old Kwara and Benue States. This act brought together communities that had been separated since the 1976 state reorganization. It was a significant step meant to correct the socio-economic neglect of the region, which was previously part of the Kabba Province.

Since then, Kogi has seen a number of leaders. His Excellency, the late Prince Abubakar Audu, served as Governor from January 1992 to November 1993, and again from 1999 to 2003. He was succeeded by His Excellency Ibrahim Idris, who governed from May 29, 2003, to February 6, 2008, and again from April 5, 2008, to January 26, 2012. He handed over to His Excellency Idris Wada, who served from January 27, 2012, to January 27, 2016.

Then came Alh. Yahaya Bello, who assumed office on January 27, 2016, and served until January 27, 2024. His successor, the current Governor, His Excellency Alh. Usman Ododo, took over the mantle of leadership on the same day.

In the history of Kogi State, only two Governors Alh. Ibrahim Idris and Alh. Yahaya Bello have had the opportunity to choose their successors. However, the outcome of these choices have been markedly different.

While Alh. Ibrahim Idris looked outside his circle and initially settled on Echocho only for things to fall apart (a story for another day) Alh. Yahaya Bello took a more calculated approach. He selected his successor from within his team, someone who had worked closely with him for over seven years. He chose a man who understands the system, recognizes its strengths and weaknesses, and knows where adjustments are necessary.

The result? A smooth transition and a governor whose performance in the past year has been nothing short of excellence.

We cannot examine the leadership records in Kogi State without acknowledging Alh. Yahaya Bello's foresight and commitment to mentorship. He has empowered many individuals, nurturing them from obscurity to prominence. His wisdom in choosing an “in-house” successor is bearing fruit today through the unprecedented strides of Alh. Usman Ododo.

While we continue to pray against the spirit of Wike vs Fubara, we also ask God to grant Governor Ododo the wisdom and strength to build even further on the legacy he inherited.

Alh. Yahaya Bello raised the bar in infrastructure, security, education, and healthcare in Kogi State. We look forward with hope that Governor Usman Ododo will not only sustain these gains but sur them—for the good of all Kogites.

You may have personal reservations about Alh. Yahaya Bello, but you cannot deny the positive impact he has made. He is a leader who genuinely believes in empowering those around him to go even further than he has.

God bless the pathfinder, Alh. Yahaya Bello.

Okeji Daniel (Street Observer)

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Asiwaju of Kogi State no doubt

Naijafever1:
STRATEGIC SUCCESSION: YAHAYA BELLO'S POLITICAL MASTERSTROKE IN KOGI STATE

When examining the history of leadership in Kogi State, one cannot ignore its unique complexities. From the time of its creation to present day, the state has seen various transitions of power some smooth, others turbulent. However, the only thing constant has been the pursuit of capable leadership that can address the diverse needs of its people.

Kogi State was created on August 27, 1991, by the Babangida istration, carved out from parts of the old Kwara and Benue States. This act brought together communities that had been separated since the 1976 state reorganization. It was a significant step meant to correct the socio-economic neglect of the region, which was previously part of the Kabba Province.

Since then, Kogi has seen a number of leaders. His Excellency, the late Prince Abubakar Audu, served as Governor from January 1992 to November 1993, and again from 1999 to 2003. He was succeeded by His Excellency Ibrahim Idris, who governed from May 29, 2003, to February 6, 2008, and again from April 5, 2008, to January 26, 2012. He handed over to His Excellency Idris Wada, who served from January 27, 2012, to January 27, 2016.

Then came Alh. Yahaya Bello, who assumed office on January 27, 2016, and served until January 27, 2024. His successor, the current Governor, His Excellency Alh. Usman Ododo, took over the mantle of leadership on the same day.

In the history of Kogi State, only two Governors Alh. Ibrahim Idris and Alh. Yahaya Bello have had the opportunity to choose their successors. However, the outcome of these choices have been markedly different.

While Alh. Ibrahim Idris looked outside his circle and initially settled on Echocho only for things to fall apart (a story for another day) Alh. Yahaya Bello took a more calculated approach. He selected his successor from within his team, someone who had worked closely with him for over seven years. He chose a man who understands the system, recognizes its strengths and weaknesses, and knows where adjustments are necessary.

The result? A smooth transition and a governor whose performance in the past year has been nothing short of excellence.

We cannot examine the leadership records in Kogi State without acknowledging Alh. Yahaya Bello's foresight and commitment to mentorship. He has empowered many individuals, nurturing them from obscurity to prominence. His wisdom in choosing an “in-house” successor is bearing fruit today through the unprecedented strides of Alh. Usman Ododo.

While we continue to pray against the spirit of Wike vs Fubara, we also ask God to grant Governor Ododo the wisdom and strength to build even further on the legacy he inherited.

Alh. Yahaya Bello raised the bar in infrastructure, security, education, and healthcare in Kogi State. We look forward with hope that Governor Usman Ododo will not only sustain these gains but sur them—for the good of all Kogites.

You may have personal reservations about Alh. Yahaya Bello, but you cannot deny the positive impact he has made. He is a leader who genuinely believes in empowering those around him to go even further than he has.

God bless the pathfinder, Alh. Yahaya Bello.

Okeji Daniel (Street Observer)

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/12K6M48UZkr/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Some governors need to come and learn succession politics from Bello

Glorification of someone who embezzled 80 billion sick!

Naijafever1:
STRATEGIC SUCCESSION: YAHAYA BELLO'S POLITICAL MASTERSTROKE IN KOGI STATE

When examining the history of leadership in Kogi State, one cannot ignore its unique complexities. From the time of its creation to present day, the state has seen various transitions of power some smooth, others turbulent. However, the only thing constant has been the pursuit of capable leadership that can address the diverse needs of its people.

Kogi State was created on August 27, 1991, by the Babangida istration, carved out from parts of the old Kwara and Benue States. This act brought together communities that had been separated since the 1976 state reorganization. It was a significant step meant to correct the socio-economic neglect of the region, which was previously part of the Kabba Province.

Since then, Kogi has seen a number of leaders. His Excellency, the late Prince Abubakar Audu, served as Governor from January 1992 to November 1993, and again from 1999 to 2003. He was succeeded by His Excellency Ibrahim Idris, who governed from May 29, 2003, to February 6, 2008, and again from April 5, 2008, to January 26, 2012. He handed over to His Excellency Idris Wada, who served from January 27, 2012, to January 27, 2016.

Then came Alh. Yahaya Bello, who assumed office on January 27, 2016, and served until January 27, 2024. His successor, the current Governor, His Excellency Alh. Usman Ododo, took over the mantle of leadership on the same day.

In the history of Kogi State, only two Governors Alh. Ibrahim Idris and Alh. Yahaya Bello have had the opportunity to choose their successors. However, the outcome of these choices have been markedly different.

While Alh. Ibrahim Idris looked outside his circle and initially settled on Echocho only for things to fall apart (a story for another day) Alh. Yahaya Bello took a more calculated approach. He selected his successor from within his team, someone who had worked closely with him for over seven years. He chose a man who understands the system, recognizes its strengths and weaknesses, and knows where adjustments are necessary.

The result? A smooth transition and a governor whose performance in the past year has been nothing short of excellence.

We cannot examine the leadership records in Kogi State without acknowledging Alh. Yahaya Bello's foresight and commitment to mentorship. He has empowered many individuals, nurturing them from obscurity to prominence. His wisdom in choosing an “in-house” successor is bearing fruit today through the unprecedented strides of Alh. Usman Ododo.

While we continue to pray against the spirit of Wike vs Fubara, we also ask God to grant Governor Ododo the wisdom and strength to build even further on the legacy he inherited.

Alh. Yahaya Bello raised the bar in infrastructure, security, education, and healthcare in Kogi State. We look forward with hope that Governor Usman Ododo will not only sustain these gains but sur them—for the good of all Kogites.

You may have personal reservations about Alh. Yahaya Bello, but you cannot deny the positive impact he has made. He is a leader who genuinely believes in empowering those around him to go even further than he has.

God bless the pathfinder, Alh. Yahaya Bello.

Okeji Daniel (Street Observer)

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/12K6M48UZkr/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Glorification of criminals

Simeonee111:


Some governors need to come and learn succession politics from Bello

"Glamourfication" of a thief....Kogi is a sorry case. It's been a succession from one Ediot to another. It's only about grabbing power and looting the collective patrimony of the state. None of their leaders/rulers from the first to the most recent has brought prosperity and ease of life to the people. The reptilians called leaders only loot while the masses drench in deep poverty. In saner climes these people will have been guillotined. Bastards!

No master stroke here, just money mediocre politics in play, the impoverished people ing the highest bidder. The political system, this present money politics we operate in Nigeria is not what democracy is truly about.

kl

Is it this same Yayaha bello

🦷🦷🦷🦷 toothless bulldog EFCC still look away till today.

If I hear pim from EFCC again ehn

Criminals ruling Nigeria since 10AD

Okay

Which kain voodoo whitewashing be this? 😂😂

In their mind, it's all politics. After playing politics with people's sweat and lives, you expect God will be on your side abi?

Anyways, you must have sold your soul to the devil to be this sold out sha.

Lol, anything associated with hahaha bello is a fluke and fake

Another pen for hire.😂😂😂

Una don dey hype Yeye Bello?
Una mu.mu. no too much?

Nothing is spectacular about Yahaya Bello, he's a typical Nigeria politician and trust the so called pen hire to paint the demon as an angel.

Mindlog:
Another pen for hire.😂😂😂

You're not wrong, man.

Naijafever1:
STRATEGIC SUCCESSION: YAHAYA BELLO'S POLITICAL MASTERSTROKE IN KOGI STATE


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SUMMARY

YAHYA BELLO HAS ENSURED THAT POWER REMAINS IN IGBIRALAND

But igbira and Okun people hear am for Igala people hand o, and it was as a result of the suffer Igalas suffer under Tivs in Benue.

The next "take over " will from in Okun land, Faleke should be gearing up to take the mantle after Ododo

funshint:
"Glamourfication" of a thief....Kogi is a sorry case. It's been a succession from one Ediot to another. It's only about grabbing power and looting the collective patrimony of the state. None of their leaders/rulers from the first to the most recent has brought prosperity and ease of life to the people. The reptilians called leaders only loot while the masses drench in deep poverty. In saner climes these people will have been guillotined. Bastards!

....my brother the thing weak me, he called a former Auditor general of the state who helped in looting the state for his Godfather, a smooth succession. Yahaya Bello is synonymous with looting and agbero politics and is usually in the same as Ibori, of Delta state.

Simeonee111:


Some governors need to come and learn succession politics from Bello

they I'll come and learn how to steal

officialtonnie:
Asiwaju of Kogi State no doubt

Ha has his flaws , but in Politics he's far ahead of Many in that Kogi state, you may argue hes got some connections to Buhari and all that but he also built on the connection

Image laundering for a
Kleptocratic Ex-Governor who's entagled in a corruption case involving billions of naira.

DMerciful:
Glorification of criminals

Don't mind the yeye Street observer..

Very worrisome indeed...

DMerciful:
Glorification of someone who embezzled 80 billion sick!

Person wake up dey reason like who dey Yaba left.
This Yahaya Bello thief money wella.

IPR is dead on arrival, how can such be said of yahaya with a known fact of a corrupt leader, fingered in many political assassination just to mention a few

See where I usually have problems with seun and nairaland .

What is wrong with putting "sponsored post" ?

This is the type of gibberish seun will allow to be on FP.
How much una collect this time, I don't want to hear I'm returning it.
Both you and op dey M.A.D!

A joke taken too far...
Everything is a joke to these urchins... Just imagine the Sheer Hubris... Tell me how and why Bad Governance should end in this part of the world when we glorify people with Questionable characters.

appleous:
On a normal day, I should block you for eternity, unlike the 1 week nonsense that nairaland provides.

You think it's just politics, it's all fun and games. You don't know these evil men are wasting your lives away with bad governance.

You think it's just politics right?

Naijafever1:
STRATEGIC SUCCESSION: YAHAYA BELLO'S POLITICAL MASTERSTROKE IN KOGI STATE


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Chai!!!

Nigeria!!!