Olu Samuel, Lokoja

The Kogi state Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has vowed to continue to make security of lives and property a top priority of his administration.

Ododo was speaking shortly after the Eid Kabir prayers at the Okene central praying ground on Sunday.

“We will make sure that Kogi is not a fertile land for criminals to come and test their intelligence.”

While making reference to the last kidnap in confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara ,the governor said that they criminals wanted to test water, but said it was unfortunate that they failed and that wherever they are, they are languishing in their pains if still alive.

Gov. Ododo expressed appreciation to President Tinubu, all the security agencies and local Vigilantees for the efforts in rescuing the abducted students, condole with the family of the two out of the 31 students who were died in the hands of the kidnappers.

He asked Muslim faithfuls to use the Eid el Kabir celebration for sober reflection, adding that “the occasion calls for sacrifice, love and empathy as Muslims are expected to be their brothers keeper”.

He called on Nigerians, particularly people of Kogi State to key into the programs and policies of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, as they are meant to better the nation.

The governor called for intense prayers for the present administration to overcome the challenges.

“The President is resolutely committed to bringing a new lease of life for the people despite the initial difficulties”. He added.