Kogi State government has refuted the rumours that the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, is either hospitalised or incapacitated.

In a statement issued to journalistson Tuesdayand signed by the Director General, Media and Publicity Office of the Governor, Kingsley Fanwo, he indicated that “Governor Bello missed his footing last Friday March 30, 2018 while alighting from a vehicle and injured his left foot.

“He was treated by his doctors, who bandaged the leg and discharged him.”

Appreciating supporters of the State Government over the issue, Fanwo said: “We thank all the Governor’s supporters and well-wishers who reached us to inquire after his wellbeing.

“His Excellency is doing very well and will be at work as usual after the Easter holidays.”