Dino Melaye Promises to Transform Kogi State into a Tourist Attraction and Revive Local Economies

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Dino Melaye, the gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State, has outlined ambitious plans to transform the state into a major tourist destination. In a recent rally, Melaye pledged to construct three-star hotels on water to attract foreign investors and build the best schools in the world, producing ICT and technology in every school. He also promised to reinstate sacked civil servants and ensure the autonomy of local governments.

Key Takeaways:

  • Melaye plans to construct three-star hotels on water to attract foreign investors and promote tourism in Kogi State.
  • He promises to build the best schools in the world, including ones that produce ICT and technology, to develop the state's education sector.
  • Melaye has vowed to reinstate all civil servants unjustly sacked by Governor Yahaya Bello within three months of his administration.
  • He aims to return local government administration to the people and reduce the percentage of funds taken from Abuja.
  • Melaye wants to ensure the autonomy of local governments by removing 75% of local government funds that currently go to Abuja.
  • He plans to cancel 75% of local government funds currently going to Abuja, sending 25% back to the local governments.

Statistics:

  • Three-star hotels will be constructed on water to attract foreign investors and boost tourism in Kogi State.
  • 100% of civil servants sacked by Governor Yahaya Bello will be reinstated if Melaye becomes governor.
  • 75% of local government funds currently going to Abuja will be removed.
  • 25% of local government funds currently going to Abuja will be sent back to the local governments.

Sources:

  • Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
  • [Note: The exact source medium (e.g. news article, speech transcript, etc.) is missing in the original text. However, the quote is directly attributed to Dino Melaye at the PDP's mega rally in Lokoja.]