The Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, on Tuesday declared that his administration would not negotiate with criminals, vowing to crush and defeat them.
Speaking at the Kogi State Security Summit and Fundraising held in Abuja, he stressed that anyone who disturbs the peace of the state would not enjoy it.
He added that the protection of lives and property remains the foremost responsibility of his government.
Ododo said, “Let me be clear, this administration will not negotiate with criminals. I was not elected to pamper the enemies of our peace.
“Those who disturb our peace will not enjoy peace. We will confront them, we will crush them, and we will defeat them.”
The governor noted that security remains the foundation for development, warning that without peace, economic growth and investment cannot thrive.
According to him, Kogi State’s strategic position as a gateway between northern and southern Nigeria presents both opportunities and security risks.
