Kogi: NIESV congratulates Gov. Ododo over supreme court victory

By Mark Akudu, Kogi

The Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV), Kogi State Branch, has congratulated Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo on his victory at the supreme Court affirming him as the duly elected Governor of Kogi State.

In a statement signed by the Kogi State NIESV Acting Chairman, ESV Idris Yusuf Abbas and Publicity Secretary ESV Eniwaiye John on Saturday described the verdict of the apex court as a clear affirmation of Governor Ododo’s commitment to justice, fairness, and the democratic ideals that the nation holds dearly.

According to the statement “Your triumph is not just a victory for you, but for the entire people of Kogi State and the professionals in the built industry. Since you were elected as Governor of Kogi State, various sectors are now wearing a new look which is evidence of your good leadership roles as a visionary leader.

“The confidence that the professional bodies have placed in you is evident in the widespread support you have received throughout this legal journey. We are proud to stand with a leader who values professionalism in selection of senior civil servants into MDAs and offices, youth engagement in politics, and the development of our state”

The Statement added that Governor Ododo’s administration has shown a commendable dedication to the welfare of civil servants in the State, by prioritizing wealth of experience and creating opportunities for the career junior and senior civil servants to thrive in their respective fields.

“We have seen firsthand your efforts in promoting fairness, justice and unity, and this has not gone unnoticed by the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers Kogi State Branch.

“As you continue to lead, we are confident that you will remain steadfast in your dedication to the people of the State, continue with all the ongoing projects, ameliorate housing needs, open up access roads in existing government lay-outs and create low cost housing estate lay-out scheme to ease accessibility to housing plot by senior and junior civil servants, and the general public.

“The Estate Surveyors and Valuers in the State urge you to continue championing the causes that matter most to the state and ensuring that the professionals in the built environment in both public and private sectors are constantly engaged, in moving the state forward.

“We have recently sought for collaboration with the Director General, Bureau of Lands headed by Hon. Samari A. Teina FCA who assured the Estate Surveyors and Valuers in the state of a better collaboration, being a major players in land related matters such as property/assets valuation for all purposes, property rating, facility and infrastructure management, Compensation and right of way valuation, auctioneering, project finance & management, environmental valuation, business assets and intellectual property valuation, land advisory services, property development, property consultancy services with relevant agencies by putting in place adequate regulations and enforcement of standard, towards enrichment of the state.

“Your victory at the Supreme Court is a victory for all who believe in the power of democracy and the rule of law. It is a testament to the fact that when leaders govern with integrity and a deep sense of responsibility, the support of the people and the legitimacy of their mandate will always prevail.

“Once again, congratulations on this well-deserved victory. We look forward to a more productive administration, working together to build a modern city for the entire state and Kogites in diaspora” the statement stressed.