Kogi Housing Commissioner Celebrates Attorney General on Birthday, Commends Strong Leadership

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The Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Kogi State, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Hon. Muizudeen Y. Abdullahi, SAN, commending his strong leadership and contributions to governance in the state.

In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye described the Attorney General as a backbone of justice administration whose professionalism and legal expertise have continued to strengthen institutional efficiency and governance processes in Kogi State.

He noted that the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and the Ministry of Justice have maintained a strong working relationship under the leadership of His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, operating as partners in progress toward achieving the state’s development agenda.

According to him, this synergy has enhanced policy implementation, improved regulatory compliance, and strengthened coordination among Ministries, Departments, and Agencies in the delivery of public services.

Hon. Abanika Taiye further praised the Attorney General for his commitment to due process, accountability, and the rule of law, noting that his leadership continues to provide a solid legal foundation for government programmes and reforms.

He prayed for continued wisdom, sound health, and greater accomplishments for the Attorney General as he marks another year, reaffirming the Ministry’s readiness to sustain collaboration with the Ministry of Justice in advancing good governance and sustainable development in Kogi State.


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