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The Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Kogi State, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Hon. Muizudeen Y. Abdullahi, SAN, commending his strong leadership and contributions to governance in the state. In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye described the Attorney General as a backbone of justice administration whose professionalism and legal expertise have continued to strengthen institutional efficiency and governance processes in Kogi State. He noted that the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and the Ministry of Justice have maintained a strong working relationship under the leadership of His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, operating as partners in progress toward achieving the state’s development agenda. According to him, this synergy has enhanced policy implementation, improved regulatory c...

The Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Drugs and Medical Supplies Management Agency (KSDMSMA), Pharm. Salamat Onize Ibrahim, on behalf of management and staff, has felicitated the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Kogi State, Hon. Muizudeen Y. Abdullahi, SAN, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dependable legal partner in strengthening the state’s healthcare delivery system. In her congratulatory message, Pharm. Salamat commended the Attorney General for his commitment to the rule of law and for providing consistent legal guidance that has supported the Agency’s mandate of ensuring access to safe, quality, and affordable drugs and medical consumables across Kogi State. She particularly acknowledged his role in the drafting, review, and vetting of Memorandum of Understanding between KSDMSMA and private pharmaceutical partners, noting that his input ensured legally sound agreements that protect the interests of the state while complying with re...

PRESS STATEMENT The recent resolution of the issues surrounding the representation of Ogori-Magongo in the Kogi State House of Assembly has once again affirmed the enduring value of constructive engagement, responsible advocacy, and responsive leadership in the pursuit of justice, equity, and communal harmony. As a stakeholder and proud son of Ogori-Magongo, I wish to sincerely commend His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the Executive Governor of Kogi State, for demonstrating exemplary leadership by listening to superior arguments and embracing the path of fairness, equity, and justice. One of the defining hallmarks of great leadership is the ability to listen, reassess, and make decisions that serve the collective interest of the people. Governor Ododo has demonstrated this admirable quality and has once again proven that there is never a wrong time to do the right thing. His intervention has not only strengthened public confidence in leadership but has also reinforced the princ...

  The Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has extended warm felicitations to Muslims across Kogi State and Nigeria at large on the occasion of the Eid El-Adha celebration. In his Eid message, the Commissioner urged the Muslim faithful to reflect on the virtues of sacrifice, obedience, love, and devotion to God as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim. Hon. Abanika prayed that the blessings of the sacred celebration would usher in peace, happiness, divine favour, and prosperity to every home, while calling on the people to continue to live in unity and harmony for the progress of the state and the nation. The Commissioner also called on citizens to continue to offer prayers for the Executive Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, for wisdom, strength, and divine guidance in steering the affairs of the state toward greater development and prosperity. He commended Governor Ododo for his commitment to infrastructural growth, g...

The Chief Medical Director of Kogi State Specialist Hospital, Lokoja, Dr. Oluseyi Bamidele Folagbade, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah across Kogi State and Nigeria as they celebrate this year’s Eid El-Adha festival. Dr. Folagbade particularly congratulated Muslim faithful within the Kogi State Specialist Hospital community, praying that the sacred season of sacrifice, obedience, and devotion will usher in peace, favour, divine blessings, and renewed strength for greater service to humanity. The CMD also used the opportunity to felicitate with the Executive Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, on the joyous occasion, commending his commitment to the growth and development of the state, especially in the health sector. According to him, Eid El-Adha remains a significant period for reflection on the virtues of sacrifice, unity, compassion, and love for one another, urging citizens to continue to uphold peaceful coexistence and support the gove...

The Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, on Saturday, May 23, 2026, led members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ajaokuta Local Government Area to participate in the party’s presidential primary election, where he canvassed massive support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election. Hon. Abanika, who monitored the exercise from his Ebiya country home, described President Tinubu as a leader whose love and commitment to Kogi State remain unmatched, stressing that the state has practically become the President’s second home owing to his continuous support and developmental strides. According to the Commissioner, President Tinubu has demonstrated uncommon dedication to the progress of Kogi State through policies and interventions that have continued to impact positively on the lives of the people, noting that such commitment deserves overwhelming support and reelection in 2027. He further disclosed that he has volun...

The Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has congratulated the former Governor of Kogi State and supreme leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Alh. Yahaya Adoza Bello, on his overwhelming victory at the APC senatorial primary election held on Monday, May 18, where he emerged as the party’s candidate for Kogi Central Senatorial District. Hon. Abanika described the victory as a clear reflection of the massive goodwill, political influence and enduring love the people of Kogi State, particularly those in Kogi Central, have for the former governor. According to him, the outcome of the primary election has once again demonstrated that the political structure and legacy built by Alh. Yahaya Bello remain firmly rooted across the state. The Commissioner further stated that the overwhelming support enjoyed by Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo and Alh. Yahaya Bello would undoubtedly translate into massive victories for President Bola Ahmed Tin...

Dr. Oluseyi Bamidele Folagbade, Chief Medical Director of Kogi State Specialist Hospital, Lokoja, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, inspired participants at TEDxLokoja 2026 as he shared his touching story of sacrifice, resilience, and determination during the event held in Lokoja, Kogi State. Speaking on the theme, “Start where you are” Dr. Folagbade revealed how he rose from humble beginnings to becoming the Chief Medical Director of one of the leading health institutions in the state. In an emotional moment during his presentation, the renowned medical practitioner disclosed that he once took a loan to finance his overseas training in Obstetrics and Gynecology in pursuit of his professional dreams. According to him, success begins with vision and preparation. “You need to see before you start so you can go far,” he told the audience, stressing that preparation remains one of the strongest foundations for greatness. He explained that while opportunities may not always be within human control...

  The Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development in Kogi State, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has congratulated the political leader of Ajaokuta Federal Constituency, Hon. Abdulraheem Sanni Egidi, on securing the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket to once again represent the good people of Ajaokuta Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. Hon. Abanika also congratulated Hon. Engr. Muhammad Ahovi Yusuf on his emergence as the APC candidate for Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency, as well as Hon. Sanni Salawu Ogembe for emerging victorious as the APC candidate for Okene/Ogori-Magongo Federal Constituency. He described their victories as well-deserved and a clear reflection of the confidence reposed in them by party members and constituents. In a congratulatory message, the Commissioner noted that the victories of the candidates did not come as a surprise considering their immense contributions to the growth of the APC and their commitment to quality representation,...