Kogi state Governor Yahaya Bello has gifted keys to two houses in Abuja to the wives of his late police escort out rider, Inspector Aminu Salihu.
This was made known by chief press secretary to the governor, Onogwu Muhammed, stating that the governor presented the keys in Lokoja, during the launch of the 2022 emblem for armed forces remembrance coming up on the 15th January, 2022.
Paying tribute to the late inspector, Governor Bello said, “Inspector Aminu’s death came when the nation needed him most, he was a gentleman, diligent and highly professional. He brought finesse and dexterity to policing. This is a personal huge loss to me and the country at large."
Reacting, Senior wife of the deceased, Martha Ode Aminu expressed gratitude to the governor for his gesture, saying,
Thank you, your Excellency. Our late husband had told us several times that you are the source of his light. That you have been his hope and that we should continue to pray for you. Your Excellency, you have been demonstrating such attributes since we lost him till this moment.
Thank you for lightening up our lives, for providing shelter for us, for taking care of all the members of Aminu. His soul will continue to Rest In Peace. I pray that whatever you are looking for in this life, God will grant you. No obstacle can stand your way to deprive you of your heart desires. We are very grateful to your excellency and God Almighty will reward you immensely
Governor Bello assured his commitment to the welfare of the legion of ex-servicemen in the state, stressing that he was aware of the hazardous nature of their responsibilities, saying their sacrifice is rooted in their belief in the unity and sovereignty of the country.
He stated that it is saddening to see security personnels, after giving their all in the service of the country, retire into life of poverty, advocating for improved welfare for members of the security forces.
Source: www.clintonsdaily.com
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