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The Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development in Kogi State, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has hailed the recent court judgment ordering the restoration of suppressed state constituencies in the state, describing it as a victory for justice, fairness, and inclusive governance. Reacting to the ruling of the Federal High Court, which directed the Independent National Electoral Commission to restore the affected constituencies, the Commissioner said the judgment represents a major step toward strengthening democratic representation in the state. According to him, the ruling will correct years of imbalance in representation and ensure that communities previously denied adequate voice in the Kogi State House of Assembly will now have the opportunity to participate more effectively in the legislative process. Hon. Abanika Taiye noted that the decision of the court has renewed hope among the people and will deepen democratic inclusion across all parts of Kogi State. He used the opportun...

The Advocacy for Youth Leadership in Governance, Nigeria on Thursday 26th of February, 2026 presented an Award of Excellence to the Chief Medical Director of Kogi State Specialist Hospital Lokoja, Dr. Oluseyi Bamidele Folagbade, describing his recent confirmation as substantive CMD as both well-deserved and timely. The group made the presentation during a courtesy visit to the hospital management, where they commended Dr. Folagbade for his outstanding leadership and administrative capacity since assuming office. Speaking on behalf of the group, the delegation noted that Dr. Folagbade has demonstrated that young people in positions of leadership possess the competence, vision, and capacity to perform optimally in governance. They highlighted his sagacity, administrative acumen, and remarkable performance in improving service delivery at the hospital as clear evidence that youth inclusion in leadership produces tangible results. The advocacy group further stated that his appointment and ...

  The Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has been honoured as the Best Commissioner in Nigeria at the prestigious National Leadership Awards held on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Nigerian Merit Award House. The highly competitive award recognises outstanding public office holders who have demonstrated exemplary leadership, innovation, and impactful governance across Nigeria’s public sector. Hon. Abanika Taiye was selected following his remarkable performance in driving housing reforms, urban renewal programmes, and people-oriented development initiatives within Kogi State. While receiving the award, Hon. Abanika dedicated the honour to Gov. Ahmed Usman Ododo, describing him as a visionary leader whose policies and support have provided the enabling environment for effective service delivery in the state. According to the Commissioner, “This award belongs first to His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, whose leadership style, dire...

The Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Abanika Taiye, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Kogi State Commissioner for Education, Hon. Wemi Jones, describing him as a dedicated administrator and an exceptional asset to the administration of His Excellency, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo. Hon. Abanika Taiye praised the Education Commissioner for his remarkable contributions to the growth and transformation of the education sector in Kogi State, noting that his leadership has resulted in visible improvements in school infrastructure, quality of learning, policy implementation, and human capital development across the state. He stated that the milestones recorded in the education sector under his stewardship reflect not only his personal commitment to service but also the progressive and people-focused vision of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s administration. The Housing and Urban Development Commissioner further highlighted the strong working relationship and part...

  The Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development in Kogi State has congratulated the Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a visionary leader and a reformer committed to transforming Nigeria’s housing sector. In a goodwill message issued on Tuesday, the Commissioner praised the Minister for his outstanding leadership, innovative policies and unwavering dedication to addressing the nation’s housing deficit through sustainable housing and urban development initiatives. He also expressed deep appreciation for the Minister’s continuous support and collaboration with Kogi State, noting that the synergy between the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and the Kogi State Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has yielded positive outcomes in policy alignment, technical support and infrastructure development. According to him, the partnership has strengthened the state...

The Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has congratulated the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Hon. Muhammad Muktar Shaibu, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dependable partner in the progressive administration of His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo. In a congratulatory message made available to journalists on Monday, Hon. Abanika Taiye extolled the virtues of his colleague, noting that Hon. Shaibu has continued to demonstrate uncommon dedication, focus, and commitment to public service. He said the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry has remained a key driver in the implementation of the Ododo administration’s economic and industrial development agenda, especially in the areas of trade promotion, investment facilitation, and private sector engagement. According to Hon. Abanika Taiye, Hon. Shaibu’s leadership style is marked by humility, professionalism, and a deep sense of responsibility, which have earned hi...