As the new Maigari of Lokoja, Alhaji Ibrahim Gambo Kabir Maikarfi IV, marks one year in office, the Maiyaki of Lokoja, Alhaji Aliu Lawal has said that Lokoja is now more united than before his reign.
Addressing journalists yesterday on the activities marking the celebration of the first anniversary of the Maigeri of Lokoja and chairman local government council of chiefs, Alhaji Ibrahim Gambo Maikerfi, he noted that since the Maigari came on throne, the people have witnessed tremendous achievements.
Lawal, who is a retired permanent secretary in Kogi State, explained that the celebration of the monarch had become essential due to the dynamism the paramount ruler has brought to the leadership of the ancient city.
According to him, his era in the period under review has fast tracked peace, unity, progress and development, saying that the town has observed harmonious relationship between various religions and diverse ethnic groups that reside in the state capital.
Lawal further announced that the traditional ruler will visit some primary health care centres, the Federal Teaching Hospital and Kogi State Specialist Hospital and Orphanages to render support to those who are in need.
He equally revealed that a news conference would be held on Wednesday this week to clarify some nagging issues bordering on the peace and unity of the ancient city, and regretted the recent controversy of the unapproved Etsu Nupe stool, which has caused tension and will be addressed.
Lawal also explained that there would be a special Juma’at prayer on Friday and a Christian church service on Sunday for the Maigeri Lokoja and the ancient city, asking God to continue to bless and protect them.