Commander Jerry Omodara (rtd), the State Security Adviser to the Kogi State Government, last received members of the Omodo Royal Family who paid him an appreciation visit during the Kabba Day 2026 celebration in weekend Kabba, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The delegation was led by the National President of the Omodo Royal Family, Mr. Emmanuel Osatuyi. Also in the delegation were Hon. Folorunsho Ajayi, the Executive Director of the Kogi State Oil Producing Area Development Commission (OSOPADEC), Hon. Kayode Jimoh, the Ward Special Assistant (WSA) to the Executive Governor of Kogi State, and other prominent members of the family.
Speaking during the visit, Mr. Osatuyi said the visit was to appreciate Commander Omodara for his selfless service to humanity.
He specifically thanked him for his support and show of love for the Omodo Royal Family and by extension Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, noting that the family remains grateful for his consistent goodwill and fatherly support.
In his response, Commander Omodara expressed profound thanks for their visit and promised never to cease in identifying with the family.
He spoke about his relationship with one of the strong pillars of the family, Admiral Joseph Ajayi (rtd), whom he said played a very important role in his life during his days in the Navy.
He described the elder statesman as a man of great influence who is well respected in Kogi State and beyond.
Omodara noted that Kabba/Bunu remains his second home and he will continue to contribute his quota to its peace and development.
He wished the Omodo Royal Family a successful Kabba Day celebration and prayed for continued unity and progress of the family and the entire Owe Kingdom.
