Kogi commissioner commends OUD, calls for sustained unity, development

A commissioner in Kogi State, Asiwaju Asiru Idris, has commended Deacon Otitoju Olusuyi Aiyenigba, and the executive members of Okun Development Initiative (ODI) for organising the Okun Unity Dialogue (OUD).

Idris described the gathering as a significant demonstration of the capacity of the Okun people to rise above their differences and unite around their collective interests.

In a statement, he said the l attendance of traditional rulers, elder statesmen, professionals, political leaders, community stakeholders, and indigenes of Okunland from within and outside Nigeria underscored the credibility of the initiative and the people’s desire for greater unity.

He praised the voluntary support and sacrifices made by individuals who contributed to the success of the event, describing the spirit of shared ownership as the true meaning of community.

“I therefore congratulate Deacon Otitoju Olusuyi, Aiyenigba, the ODI executive and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make the dialogue a success,” he said.

Idris, who was honoured with the award of Okun Pride for community service, expressed his appreciation to the organisers for the recognition.

He, however, urged the Okun people to sustain the momentum generated by the dialogue, stressing that the success of the gathering should translate into lasting understanding, unity, development and political strength.

“The task ahead is to ensure that the enthusiasm generated by this gathering does not end with the event. Dialogue must lead to understanding, understanding must strengthen unity; and unity must ultimately translate into the development.

, political strength and prosperity of Okunland,” he stated.

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The Asiwaju called on the people to see their diversity as a source of strength rather than weakness, noting that differences in opinions, interests and approaches should not prevent them from finding common ground on issues affecting the progress and dignity of Okunland.

He congratulated the ODI and the Okun family on the dialogue.