Kogi Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello congratulated Ilebaye Odiniya, the winner of the Big Brother Naija All Stars Season Reality Television Show, which concluded on Sunday.
Bello, in a statement issued in Lokoja by his Media Aide, Onogwu Mohammed, said her victory confirmed her brilliance, perseverance, and humility.
The governor described Ilebaye, a criminology graduate of Salem University, Lokoja, as a true trendsetter and Kogi’s pride.
“I am delighted to congratulate one of our own in Kogi, Ilebaye Odiniya, for emerging as the winner of the Big Brother Naija Allstars Season reality television show.
“Ilebaye, you are a trendsetter and Kogi’s pride, who has excelled in both academic and social spheres.
“This victory is a testament to your brilliance, intellect, and maturity. Your determination, resilience, and poise set you apart during the three months you spent in the house,” he said.
He acknowledged Ilebaye as the face of a positive revolution in the history of African entertainment, not only for the youth of Kogi but for Nigeria, Africa, and the global community.
While celebrating Ilebaye’s achievement, Bello also commended the outstanding performance of Kogi youths in various academic and social endeavours across the country and the globe.
He recalled the recent global recognition received by another Kogi youth, Oluwabukolami Adeyemi, who emerged as the overall best performer in the 2022 Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge AS Level Examinations, earning her an overseas scholarship for further education.
According to him, both Ilebaye and Oluwabukolami served as beacons of inspiration and motivation to other youths, not only in Kogi but across Nigeria.
He reassured the citizens of the state of his administration’s commitment to support and empower the youth in their pursuit of legitimate aspirations.
The governor affirmed: “Our administration will continue to support and empower the youth through various initiatives aimed at fostering inclusion, job creation, and harnessing our natural youthful energy.”
YOU SHOULD NOT MISS THESE HEADLINES FROM TheWitness
Nigeria@63: 10 takeaways from Tinubu’s nationwide broadcast
President Bola Tinubu in his nationwide broadcast on Sunday, said his administration is doing all that it can to…
Why lift of visa bans should not excite Nigerians —Akporiaye
The leadership of National Association of Nigeria Travel Agents (NANTA), headed by Mrs Susan Akporiaye, has queried the excitement displayed by…
I have no regrets over any of my songs, actions —Obesere
Paramount King of Fuji Music, Alhaji Abass Akande Obesere, the Agbaakin Abobagunwa of Yorubaland, in…
#BBNaijaAllStars: Pere is irresistible, I’m trying my best, Mercy soliloquises
BBNaija All Stars finalist, Mercy Eke has declared that fellow housemate, Pere Egbi, is…
DIY: Five things baking soda can do
Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, can be found in most kitchens and has many surprising uses…
Team Edo emerges 3rd position as Delta wins 7th National Youth Games
Delta State has won the 7th Edition of the National Youth Games, tagged ‘Asaba 2023,’ as…
