By Boluwaji Obahopo

LOKOJA—Kogi State Deputy Governor, Mr. Yomi Awoniyi, has urged Nigerians not to entertain fear about 2015, saying that the year will be of blessing and filled with bountiful opportunities for the country.

Awoniyi in his new year message, congratulated Nigerians for entering yet another year and called for prayers for the nation to witness a peaceful general elections.

“I equally urge for prayers for the nation to overcome its current security challenges. The nation will only attain its full potentials in an environment that is peaceful. I appeal to politicians and their supporters to play by the rules of the game, warn against provocative utterances and to eschew violence before and after the 2015 general elections. The country and not personal interest should come first in the minds of Nigerians.”

He commended the state governor, Capt Idris Wada, “For the purposed and focused driven leadership the state is experiencing. I pray God to grant him the wisdom, knowledge and understanding to continue to pilot the affairs of the state to the desired destination.”

Awoniyi solicited the support of the people in the new year, urging them to be watchful, and remain vigilant at all times, especially in view of the need for citizens to be security conscious.

He said that he was optimistic that the transformation agenda of the governor will attain its full peak and meet the yearning and aspirations of people of the state in 2015.

The state governor, Capt. Idris Wada on his part, rejoiced with Nigerians for witnessing the 2015 new year celebrations and enjoined them to pray for peace and orderly conduct of the forthcoming general elections.