Dear People of Bassa/Dekina,
Today, as I mark the occasion of my birth, I am reminded that birthdays are not just times of celebration but also moments of sober reflection, self-examination, and renewed commitment. Every responsible leader must take stock, reassess, and chart the way forward for growth and development. It is in this spirit that I write to you, my beloved people, to share reflections on our journey so far and to humbly seek your continued support as we navigate the challenges and opportunities of public service.
I am deeply aware of your expectations. You long for progress, and you deserve it. As your representative, I bear the responsibility of carrying your concerns, your hopes, and your grievances. It is my duty to confront the obstacles that delay the development we all seek and to push relentlessly for solutions that will uplift our constituency.
Service to humanity has always been at the core of my life’s mission. Long before I was elected to the House of Representatives, I committed myself to the well-being of our people. Now, with the mandate you have entrusted to me, I am even more determined to do greater things.
I want to clarify that the federal government has not yet commenced implementation of the 2025 Appropriation Budget. Therefore, the projects I submitted on behalf of Dekina/Bassa for this new budget cycle are yet to take off. What you see ongoing in our constituency are projects captured in the 2024 budget cycle—just one year out of the four years of my tenure.
It is also important to note that as a legislator, I do not directly receive funds or allocations for constituency projects. My role is to identify and submit priority projects for government attention. The federal government determines which ones to approve, selects the contractors, and designates the supervising agencies.
While we await the full implementation of the 2025 budget, I remain steadfast in my commitment to ensuring that Bassa/Dekina continues to benefit from impactful projects. I will keep pressing forward, attracting opportunities, and representing you with sincerity, dedication, and courage.
Finally, I appeal to all my constituents and the great people of the Igala kingdom: let us maintain civility and maturity as we hold leaders accountable. Let us shun the use of vulgar words and instead adopt persuasive, constructive dialogue that will guide our representatives towards better service delivery.
Together, we will build the Bassa/Dekina of our dreams.
God bless Bassa/Dekina.
God bless Kogi State.
God bless Nigeria.
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY, NIGERIA.
Rt. Hon. Gowon Paul Haruna.
