Ahead of the November 16th Governorship election in Kogi State, a delegation led by the deputy governor of the State, Edward Onoja have gifted the traditional ruler of Igala, Dr Michael Ameh-Oboni II, with a white Rolls Royce Phantom.
Speaking at the presentation of the car on weekend, the Deputy Governor who also holds the traditional title of Olimene of Attah said, “HRM Attah Igala as King Of the 9th Largest Ethnic Nationality in Nigeria is the face of the Igala nation and his appearance must show class,royalty and purity”.
Igala is the largest ethnic group in Kogi state and represents about 45% of voters in the forthcoming governorship election in the state.
Criticisms have however trailed the gesture from the state authority towards the beneficiary.
Critics across the state believed that the gift is laced with political undertone.
“Why did the gesture not extend to other traditional rulers in the state and why is it coming at this time when the state is warming up for governorship election? We all know the reason behind it and we are waiting to see the outcome after the election.” Said a resident of Igala town who pleaded anonymity.
