Aliu Umar Yusuf has been elected as the new Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly.
OsunDaily News understands that the House also elected a member representing Dekina Okura Constituency, Enema Paul, as the new Deputy Speaker.
In his inaugural speech on Tuesday (today), the new Speaker, Yusuf, thanked God almighty for the privilege to serve Kogi State. He also thanked his colleagues for finding him worthy of championing the affairs of the legislative house.
He assured that the State Assembly under his leadership would collaborate with other arms of Government towards moving Kogi State forward.
OsunDaily News understands that Yusuf is the lawmaker representing Lokoja II. His new position is coming shortly after Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, issued a proclamation for the eighth Assembly.
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