I Will Tackle Poverty within  Three Years in Kogi, Says AA Candidate

Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja

Piqued by the level of poverty ravaging the people  of Kogi State , the governorship candidate of Action Alliance AA, Olayinka Braimoh, has vowed to turn the state economy around, stating that he has the blueprint of ending poverty in Kogi State within   three years of office if elected as governor.

Braimoh stated this while addressing traditional rulers during a visit to the palaces of Olukotun of Ifeolukotun and Elejuku of Ejuku, Yagba East Local Government Area.

He pointed out that his STAT Agenda is the solution to poverty in the state.

He said the STAT Agenda which comprises Solid Mineral development,  Tourism, Agriculture, and Trade will reduce over-dependence on Federal allocations.

Braimoh also promised to introduce regenerative agriculture if voted into power.

AA governorship candidate stated that  regenerative agriculture is a mixed cropping system of farming system where a farmer can plant different crops on the same land, saying part of his plan is to train 1000 farmers in the modern farming method.

He said since the land in Kogi State is fertile for farming, a new lease of life will come for farmers only if they vote wisely in the November governorship election in the State.

He, however,  maintained that he is on an assignment to salvage the State from poverty and transform it into a wealthy one.

“Despite having four successive governors over two  decades, Kogi is still in abject poverty. The poverty level keeps increasing due to huge dependency on federal allocation. I have a plan to bring cash inflow into the State economy.

“We are rich in solid minerals but poor in reality. If Kogi refuses to develop solid minerals, outsiders will do it and take the money away, “Braimoh added.

In his remarks, the traditional ruler, the Olukotun of Ifeolukotun, His Royal Highness , Oba  Shaibu Muhammed said the AA governorship candidate is a replica of his family in intellectual capacity and humility.

The Royal father  recalled his close relationship with late Chief S.O Braimoh, father of the gubernatorial candidate, stating that he had a rich blueprint capable of changing the state economy.

“I am happy when you told me that you are the son of my late friend, S.O Braimoh. Your father has a good antecedent. I will receive you as governor in my palace.

The governorship candidate also met with different groups including market women, artisans, members of NURTW, religious leaders, youths, and students in Ifeolukotun.