Kogi Governor, Yahaya Bello, Orders Investigation Into Rape Allegation Against Commissioner for water resources in Kogi state, Abdulmumin Danga

In a statement released in Lokoja, the state Commissioner for information and communication, Kingsley Fanwo, said the governor has mandated that an investigation be carried out to ensure justice is served. “The governor, being an avowed advocate of fundamental human rights is shocked by these



allegations and will not allow them to go uninvestigated. The governor has ordered accelerated investigation into the matter and hereby assures both accuser and accused, as well as the general public, that the whole truth will be uncovered and justice served as appropriate.

We will not tolerate violence against women or children under any form or guise. We give our word that if these allegations are proven, everyone found culpable will be brought to justice” the commissioner said.