The Kogi State Government has announced plans to designate a new Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, with the official announcement expected to be made next week.
The stool has been vacant since the passing of the late Alhaji (Dr.) Ado Ibrahim, a revered monarch who died in November 2023 at the age of 94.
Governor Yahaya Bello revealed this development during a meeting with aspirants recommended by the Kingmakers committee in Kogi Central.
The committee had put forward seven aspirants for consideration by the state government, from whom one would be appointed to fill the vacant stool.
The list of aspirants includes prominent figures such as the former Deputy Governor of the state, Dr. Philip Salawu; former Clerk of the National Assembly, Barrister Ataba Sani Omolori; and Gen. Yusuf Abubakar Amuda. Other aspirants are Barr. Momoh Shaibu, Prof. Ibrahim Onuwe Abdulmalik, HRH Dr. Ahmad Tijani Anaje, and Mr. Ahmed Momohjimoh.
Governor Bello urged the aspirants to support whoever is appointed to the position, emphasizing that they are all qualified for the role.
He also cautioned against any statements or actions that could incite division and disrupt the peace of the land.
The announcement of the new Ohinoyi of Ebiraland is anticipated to bring stability and continuity to the traditional leadership of the region, ensuring that the legacy of the late Alhaji (Dr.) Ado Ibrahim is upheld.
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