Following the dismissal of the alleged certificate forgery case by the
Kwara State High Court in Ilorin, Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq,
yesterday, said he is committed to build a state that works for
everyone, irrespective of political differences.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary Rafiu Ajakaye, the
Governor said that the withdrawal and eventual dismissal of the case
came as no surprise.
“We weren’t in the least disturbed by the case because it is clear to
everyone on the street that it was baseless,” the statement quoted the
Governor as saying.
“Now that the case has died a natural death, we again extend our hand
of friendship to every Kwaran to join the efforts of Governor to build
a Kwara that works for all. It is time to work to restore the glory of
our dear state.
“As everyone can see, things hitherto considered impossible are now
happening. Water is running. Roads are being fixed and the Governor is
giving hope to every segment of the state that a new Kwara is
possible.
“Finally, we thank the good people of Kwara State for the solidarity
and love they continue to show for the Governor and the new
government.”
In another development, the Governor through a statement by Ajakaye
has urged parents and civic bodies to join global effort to combat the
menace of drug abuse and illicit trade in it.
“On this International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking,
I call on parents, civic groups and religious organisations to key
into the global campaign against Drug abuse and illicit trafficking,”
“While we remain committed to building a conducive environment for
socioeconomic and human capital development, I urge our young people
to shun the use of hard drugs. Drug abuse is a window to crime and a
waste of precious talents with devastating consequences for national
growth.
“Anyhow it is viewed, drug abuse and illicit trade in same are a
threat to national development and human existence.”
The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is a
United Nations International Day against drug abuse and the illegal
drug trade. It is observed annually on 26 June, since 1989.
