As an oil-producing State, Kogi State has been given its first derivation allotment.
During the State Executive Council meeting, Governor Yahaya Bello revealed this, assuring the populace of his administration’s commitment to continuing to secure more victories for Kogites.
He claimed that his administration has made numerous significant advancements in the areas covered under the New Direction Blueprint’s thematic areas, and he added that the “derivation allocation will make us do more for our people.”
Bello said: “I am elated to announce to the good people of Kogi State that my administration has received our first derivation allocation as an Oil Producing State. This announcement is in line with my administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability, for which we have received many awards.
“We worked hard to make this history. But we wouldn’t have achieved it without the support of our people, who stood resolutely with us to make this see the light of day. We also wish to express our gratitude to President Muhammadu Buhari for his leadership roles as well as the RMAFC for making this a reality.
“Let me reiterate this to the people of Kogi State that my promise to make their resources work for them is iron cast. We will build more schools, hospitals and construct more roads. We will empower our youth and women. Under my watch, we will ensure security.”
Kingsley Fanwo, the Commissioner for Information and Communications, spoke to the media following the State Executive Council meeting. He noted that the derivation allocation came at a time when the State Government was constructing legacy projects all over the State and emphasized that the Governor would ensure “judicious use of the derivation allocation.”
