Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State has reportedly given the green light for the establishment of an unprecedented "Office of Immediate Past Governor." The announcement came shortly after Ododo's inauguration on Saturday, January 27, 2024, where he officially assumed office from his predecessor, Yahaya Bello.
The revelation about this new office was brought to light by Austin Okai, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Fender Constituency in the 2023 elections. Okai shared this information on his official social media handle on Monday.
According to Okai, the designated office for the immediate past Governor, Yahaya Bello, will be located in the Government House in Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State. The move raises questions about the purpose, functions, and implications of such a unique office in the state's political landscape.
Governor Ododo's swift approval of this office adds an intriguing layer to the transition of power, occurring merely three months after Yahaya Bello concluded his second term in office. As the news circulates, it sparks curiosity about the motivations behind this decision and the potential impact on the dynamics of governance in Kogi State.
The establishment of the "Office of Immediate Past Governor" is poised to be a focal point of discussion, inviting scrutiny and analysis into the evolving political landscape in Kogi State.
