Senator representing Kogi West Sunday Karimi at the weekend joined the people of Ekinrin-Adde, Ijumu Local Council, Kogi State to celebrate the 2025 edition of Ekinrin-Adde Cultural Day, an annual event that brings together sons and daughters of the community from far and wide, to celebrate their heritage and chart the course for local development.

Speaking at the event, Karimi described the present times as a period of intense competition for government resources at all levels, noting that the government can no longer do it alone. He calls for understanding and collaboration among the citizens.

He lauded President Bola Tinubu for his resilience in the face of the challenges he inherited upon assumption of office, expressing appreciation that the President is focused and living up to the expectations of the people.

The senator described the APC administration as the best thing to have happened to the country at this point, noting that if the current policies of the present administration are not in place, the country would have long been mortgaged. He therefore commended Tinubu for his dogged determination in ensuring that Nigeria remains a going concern.

In a show of commitment to grassroots development, Karimi announced a cash donation of N10 million during the event, while also pledging an additional N50 million to support various development initiatives in the Ekinrin-Adde community.

This substantial pledge underscores his commitment to enhancing infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other vital services within the Kogi West zone.

Karimi emphasised the importance of unity, self-help, and strategic partnerships in driving sustainable development.

He said, “We must continue to support each other and invest in the future of our communities. Ekinrin-Adde has always been a beacon of progress in Kogi West, and I am proud to stand with you as a partner in development.”

This gesture is part of a series of similar efforts by the lawmaker, who has consistently demonstrated his commitment to the socio-economic development of Kogi West Senatorial District. Over the past year, he has initiated and supported various projects across communities in the seven local government areas in Kogi West.

These include water supply and sanitation projects in Kabba-Bunu and Ijumu Councils, education infrastructure upgrades in Lokoja and Yagba East Councils, health outreaches and equipment in Yagba West. The list includes rural electrification projects in underserved areas, roads and bridges.

Residents and traditional leaders have lauded Karimi for his hands-on approach, accessibility, and genuine concern for community welfare.

The 2025 Ekinrin-Adde Day, which featured cultural displays, awards, and development discussions aimed at advancing the community’s vision for sustainable growth, was attended by community leaders, top government functionaries in Kogi state and the National Assembly, including Kogi State Deputy Governor Joel Oyibo who represented Governor Usman Ododo and Member, House of Representatives for Ikeja Federal Constituency, Hon James Abiodun Faleke, among other citizens of note.