Gov. Ododo Grants 50% Health Insurance Subsidy for Kogi State Civil Servants
The Kogi State Government, under the leadership of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, has approved a 50% subsidy on health insurance premium deductions for civil servants for the next one year…
Kogi State Implements N72,500 New Minimum Wage for Workers
The Kogi State Government has reaffirmed commitment toward improving workers’ welfare by implementing the report of a committee set up earlier to negotiate ‘an equitable and implementable minimum wage’ for workers in the State…
E-Exco: Kogi debuts state-of-the-art e-facilities for State Executive Council
Governor Ododo flag-off distribution of second batch of 100 operational vehicles to security agencies, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to sustain on-going clearance operation to defeat criminals in all parts of Kogi state.
Nigeria at 64: Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo Highlights Achievements and Reforms, Outlines Plans in Upbeat Kogi State Independence Day Speech
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State delivered a heartfelt Independence Day address, celebrating Nigeria’s 64th anniversary while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to development and security in the state…
Nigeria at 64: President Tinubu Addresses Nation, Addresses Security, Economy, Youth Engagement and Calls for Patience with Reforms
In his 64th Independence Day speech, President Bola Tinubu acknowledged Nigeria’s economic challenges and called for patience as his administration’s reforms take effect. He highlighted successes in combating terrorism, with over 300 militant commanders eliminated, and efforts to stabilize the economy, including attracting $30 billion in foreign investment…
Kogi State Government To Empower Over 250 Youths in CNG Conversion, welding... Vocational Skills
The Kogi State Government, through the Ododo Youth Empowerment and Skill Acquisition Programme (OYESA), is set to train over 250 youths from all 21 Local Government Areas of the state…
2024 Flood Season: Kogi Takes Delivery of 4 Motorised Boats from N-HYPPADEC for Search and Rescue
Kogi State has heightened its preparedness for the 2024 flood season with the acquisition of four motorized fiberglass boats donated by the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC)…
EFCC vs Yahaya Bello: Kogi Traditional Rulers, Other Leaders, Petition President Tinubu; Denounce Commission
Prominent traditional rulers and political leaders from Kogi State have petitioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, decrying what they described as the persecution of former Governor Yahaya Bello by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)…
EFCC VS Yahaya Bello: Questions Over Fairness as Justice Nwite Adjourns Yahaya Bello's Case for ‘Ruling and Arraignment’ Despite Acknowledging Pending Supreme Court Appeal
EFCC VS Yahaya Bello: Questions Over Fairness as Justice Nwite Adjourns Yahaya Bello’s Case for ‘Ruling and Arraignment’ Despite Acknowledging Pending Supreme Court Appeal…
The EFCC and Former Governor Yahaya Bello: Unpacking the Controversies and Celebrating His Legacy
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has come under heavy scrutiny due to its actions involving former Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State. One of the most contentious claims by the EFCC was the accusation that former Governor Bello…
Kogi State House of Assembly Passes Resolutions Calling on President Tinubu to Sack EFCC Chairman Olukoyede
In a historic and urgent session held today, September 23, 2024, the Kogi State House of Assembly passed a resolution formally commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his leadership and reformist policies while calling for the immediate removal of the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede…
FORMER GOVERNOR YAHAYA BELLO HONOURS EFCC’S INVITATION
Former Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency, Alh Yahaya Bello today, honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission This decision was made after due consultations with his family, legal team and political allies. and constituted authority, had, all the while, only sought the enforcement of his fundamental rights in order to ensure due process…
Kogi Prepares for Imminent Floods; Governor Ododo Sets Up Multisectoral Response Team and Mobilises Resources
In response to rising water levels and the 2024 flood prediction by NIMET, the Kogi State Government through the Ministry of Environment and Ecological Management, held an emergency meeting on August 13, 2024, with key stakeholders to discuss flood management strategies…
X-Raying Yahaya Bello’s Political Ideology
His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Bello’s tenure as Governor of Kogi State from 2016 to 2024 was marked by significant achievements and a distinctive political ideology, famously known as the “New Direction.” This ideology, which sought to overhaul governance in Kogi State, was rooted in principles of youth empowerment, infrastructural development, security, and inclusivity…
Kogipedia Applauds Governor Ododo’s Leadership in Strengthening APC Unity Ahead of Edo Governorship Election
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has reaffirmed his commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC) by rallying support for the party’s Governorship candidate in Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, ahead of the September 21 election…
Building on Legacy: Governor Ododo Accelerates Kogi’s Rural Infrastructure Revolution Flags Off Omala Township Road Rehabilitation
One of the numerous legacies of the immediate past administration in Kogi State was the entrenchment of good governance and the provision of democracy dividends, particularly in rural communities. This progress was made in key sectors such as health, education, agriculture, rural…
The Transition of Nigeria-Korea Friendship Institute to a Monotechnic; Kogi’s Positive Trajectory in Education Sector
It will be stale to mention that Kogi state for a while now has been getting it onions right in the education sector and over the last 8 years the Ministry has spearheaded a revolution that has positively affected the basic, secondary and tertiary institutions in Kogi state…
Policy Imperatives and Triumphs As Kogi State's Confluence University of Science and Technology at Osara Expands Academic Offerings with Full Accreditation of Six New Courses
Kogi State’s Confluence University of Science and Technology at Osara (CUSTECH) has further expanded its academic offerings this week with the full accreditation of six additional courses by the relevant regulatory bodies. This marks another significant milestone for the state’s premier STEM institution…
How Former Governor Yahaya Bello Set The Stage For Modern Kogi State
Former Governor Yahaya Bello’s first journey to the throne of leadership may have come through divine Providence but his sagacious leadership aptitude and development mindedness brought him out of the cafe and set high above those who were hitherto occupants of the golden throne in Lugard House…
Ododo's Road to Progress: Zone 8-Barracks- Zango-Zariagi Road Rehabilitation Completed in Record Time
During the campaign for the governorship election in Kogi State in 2023, and on election day, November 11, 2023, the people of Kogi State made a bold statement regarding their interest in deepening governance through continuity…
Celebrating A Confluence of Progress and Promise - Kogipedia Salutes Kogi at 33
Kogipedia, the encyclopedia of good governance, salutes Kogi State on the 33rd anniversary of its creation today…
Kogi At 33 Message - Kogi Governor Ododo Calls for Unity and Collaboration
In a heartfelt address marking the 33rd anniversary of Kogi State, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo called for unity and collaboration to achieve the state’s full potential…
Moses Okezie Congratulates Gov Ododo, Calls for Unity Among Political Actors
Barr. Okezie-Okafor lauded the apex court for its steadfast commitment to justice and the rule of law, highlighting that the verdict not only reinforces the integrity of Nigeria’s judicial system but also strengthens the democratic fabric of Kogi State…
Kogi State Boosts Judicial Efficiency with 11 More New Vehicles, after 14 Delivered In July
The Kogi State Government recently provided 11 vehicles to newly sworn-in judges, supplementing the 14 vehicles presented in July…
NG CARES Initiative, Kogi State Government Targets 200,000 Citizens for Economic Empowerment
Barr. Moses Okezie-Okafor, the Director-General, Research and Development, Kogi State has welcomed the launch of the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NGCARES) in Kogi State on Tuesday, 13th August, 2024…
First Renewable Energy Institution: A Game-Changer for Kogi State and Nigeria
The Federal Government, in partnership with the Kogi State Government, has laid the foundation for Nigeria’s first Renewable Energy Institution in Kogi State…
Strengthening Traditional Institutions for Security and Development: Governor Ododo's Strategic Vision
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has emphasized the crucial role of traditional institutions in fostering security, National cohesion, and economic prosperity…
National Disaster Management Receives Boost As Governor Ododo Receives Report of Technical Working Group
The National Economic Council (NEC) Ad Hoc Committee on Flood and Other Nature-Induced Disasters (Mitigation, Adaptation, Preparedness, and Response) held a crucial meeting today at the Kogi State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja…
Governor Ododo Signs Series of Landmark Legislation in Kogi State, Emphasizes People-Oriented Governance Again
LOKOJA, Kogi State, June 20, 2024 – Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State today signed seven significant bills into law, marking a turning point in his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and people-centered governance…
Governor Ododo Launches Community Revolving Fund (CRF) Loan Disbursement in Kogi State
The Kogi State Government, in partnership with the World Bank under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes Project (ACReSAL), has launched the Community Revolving Fund (CRF) loan disbursement…
His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State, has approved a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconstruction plan for several rural access roads spread across the state…
Governor Ododo Felicitates With Kogites, Nigerians
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has extended his warm felicitations to the citizens of Kogi State and all Nigerians in a heartfelt Democracy Day message….