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Bariki Ward Re-endorses Hon. Bello Mumuni Aroke With 4,123 Votes
The people of Bariki Ward in Okene Local Government Area have once again shown strong support for their Councilor, Hon. Bello Mumuni Aroke. In a peaceful and well-organized ward exercise, Hon. Aroke received a total of 4,123 votes, a clear sign of the trust and confidence the community continues to place in his leadership.
The Returning Officer, Hon. Yakini Okino, announced the results and praised residents for their calm, orderly participation. He described the entire process as transparent, credible, and truly representative of the will of the people.
This renewed mandate for Hon. Bello Mumuni Aroke also aligns with the rising wave of support for Hon. Tijani Bello Manager, who secured 38,451 votes across the 11 wards in Okene LGA as the incoming Chairman. Community members and stakeholders are optimistic that the cooperation between Hon. Aroke and Hon. Tijani Bello Manager will strengthen development efforts and promote unity both within Bariki Ward and across the local government.
Residents celebrated the outcome as a shared victory and reaffirmed their commitment to backing leaders who prioritize progress and community welfare.
They also expressed appreciation to His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the servant Governor of Kogi State, for his continued support and leadership.