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  Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on your well-deserved appointment as Director-General of the National Population Commission. Your appointment is a clear testament to your dedication, humility, and exemplary leadership. Kogi East is immensely proud of you and confident that you will discharge your responsibilities with distinction, integrity, and excellence. Congratulations once again, I wish you Allah’s guidance, wisdom, and continued success in this important national assignment.

The Kogi State Government has taken another bold step towards strengthening tertiary education infrastructure as Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo officially handed over sites for the construction of two ultra-modern hostel facilities at the permanent campus of the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara. The Governor, who was represented at the ceremony on Monday, 27th July, 2026, by the Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, performed the site handover to contractors for the construction of a 350-bed male hostel and a 350-bed female hostel, bringing the total new accommodation capacity to 700 bed spaces. Speaking on behalf of Governor Ododo, Hon. Abanika Taiye said the project showcases the administration's unwavering commitment to expanding critical infrastructure in the education sector and creating an environment that promotes academic excellence. He explained that the hostel projects constitute the second phase of stud...

The Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for providing purposeful leadership that has continued to attract national recognition and transformative development across the state. Hon. Abanika gave the commendation following the successful one-day working visit of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to Kogi State, during which she commissioned the newly completed Kogi State Treasury House and the Primary Healthcare Centre at Lokongoma Phase I, Lokoja, as part of activities under the Renewed Hope Initiative. The Commissioner described the visit as a clear testament to the confidence reposed in the administration of Governor Ododo and his unwavering commitment to infrastructure development, quality healthcare, women empowerment and improved welfare of the people. He noted that the successful execution of the projects reflects the Governor’s resolve to deliver sustainable...

The Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has congratulated the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, His Royal Majesty Alhaji Ahmed Tijani Muhammed Anaje, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a peace-loving, visionary and development-oriented monarch whose reign has continued to promote unity, stability and progress across Ebiraland. In a congratulatory message made available to journalists on Monday, Hon. Abanika said the Ohinoyi's commitment to peaceful coexistence, cultural preservation and inclusive leadership has earned him the admiration and respect of his subjects and Nigerians from all walks of life. The Commissioner noted that since ascending the throne, the revered monarch has continued to provide purposeful leadership by fostering harmony among the people, promoting the rich cultural heritage of the Ebira nation and creating an atmosphere that encourages growth and development. He also commended the Ohinoyi for his unwavering suppo...

  The Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, has congratulated the Ohi of Ajaokuta and Chairman of the Ajaokuta Traditional Council, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Isah Musa Achuja, on the occasion of his 20th Coronation Anniversary. In a congratulatory message issued on Thursday, Hon. Abanika described the monarch's twenty years on the throne as a period of purposeful leadership, peace, unity, and remarkable contributions to the growth and development of Ajaokuta Kingdom. The Commissioner commended the royal father for his unwavering commitment to the preservation of the rich cultural heritage of the people, promotion of peaceful coexistence among communities, and support for initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of the people. According to him, the Ohi of Ajaokuta has continued to provide exemplary leadership and fatherly guidance, earning the respect and admiration of his subjects and stakeholders across Kogi State. Hon. Abanika noted tha...

  The Diocese of Okene (Anglican Communion) has called on security agencies to conduct a comprehensive and professional investigation into the attempted assassination of Rev. Isaac Bello, the Vicar of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Ege, in Adavi Local Government Area of Kogi State. The Diocese made this known in a statement signed by the Bishop of Okene Diocese, Rt. Rev. Emmanuel Onsachi, Ph.D., JP, on Thursday, June 18, 2026, describing the attack on the cleric as disturbing, painful and unacceptable. According to the statement, the incident occurred while Rev. Bello was preparing to receive fellow priests ahead of a Diocesan Mission Outreach scheduled to hold at Urovo-Ochinomi, a neighbouring community to Ege. Preliminary reports revealed that the priest was attacked by three suspected assailants close to his residence in Ege with an apparent intention to abduct him. During the attack, he sustained serious injuries, including a deep stab wound on his head and injuries to one of h...

The Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Drugs and Medical Supply Management Agency, Pharm. Salamat Onize Ibrahim, has felicitated with the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a visionary leader whose reforms in the health sector laid the foundation for sustainable drug supply management in the state. In a goodwill message made available to newsmen, Pharm. Salamat Onize Ibrahim said Alhaji Yahaya Bello, during his tenure, demonstrated a strong commitment to improving healthcare delivery through the availability of quality, safe, affordable, and accessible medicines for the people of Kogi State. This, she noted, led to the establishment of the Kogi State Drugs and Medical Supply Management Agency with a strong legal backing to ensure efficiency, accountability, and sustainability in drug procurement and distribution. She explained that the creation of the agency remains one of the most signi...

The Executive Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has commended the My People First Foundation for its commitment to humanitarian service and community development following the donation of a four-bedroom bungalow to Mama Salametu Shaibu in Obéhira-Uvete, Okene Local Government Area of the state. Governor Ododo gave the commendation on Friday, June 12, 2026, during the official handover ceremony of the building, where he was represented by the Kogi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye. Speaking on behalf of the Governor, Hon. Abanika described the gesture by the Foundation as a demonstration of compassion, humanity, and a strong commitment to improving the welfare of vulnerable members of society. He particularly praised the Founder of the Foundation, Hajiya Aishat Oyiza Omade, for her vision and dedication to uplifting the less privileged. The Commissioner conveyed Governor Ododo's goodwill to the beneficiary, the Foundation, tradi...

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,...

The political momentum in Adavi East State Constituency continued to gather strength as Hon. Abdulazeez Suberu Onogu officially purchased the African Democratic Congress (ADC) nomination and expression of interest forms, signaling his readiness to contest and serve the people of the constituency. Hon. Onogu, who was accompanied by critical stakeholders, political associates, community leaders, and supporters from across Adavi East, said his aspiration is rooted in his desire to offer purposeful leadership and quality representation to the people. Speaking shortly after obtaining the forms, the ADC aspirant stated that the people of Adavi East deserve responsive and people-oriented representation that will address their needs and aspirations. He emphasized that his mission is to bring governance closer to the grassroots while championing policies that will positively impact the lives of the people. “I am stepping forward to serve my people with sincerity, commitment, and dedication. Ada...

The Executive Governor of Kogi State, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, on Tuesday 12 May, 2026 reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustainable housing development and urban renewal as the state participated in the Renewed Hope Housing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Summit held at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja. Governor Ododo was represented at the summit by the Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abanika Taiye, who attended the high-level programme organised by Shelter Advisory Services Limited in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. The summit brought together key stakeholders in the housing sector, policymakers, investors, development experts and government officials to deliberate on strategies for addressing Nigeria’s housing deficit through effective public-private partnerships. Among dignitaries present at the event was the Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Engr. Muttagha Rabe Darma, PhD, alongsid...

  The Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Drugs and Medical Supply Management Agency, Pharmacist Salamat Onize Ibrahim, has congratulated workers across Kogi State, particularly staff of the Agency, on the occasion of the 2026 International Workers’ Day. Pharm. Salamat described workers as the backbone of governance and development, noting that their dedication and professionalism remain critical to the success of government policies and programmes, especially in the health sector. She commended the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for his unwavering commitment to workers’ welfare through consistent, timely salary payment, cash-backing of staff promotions, pension harmonization and health insurance for retirees, as well as the implementation of other worker-friendly policies. According to her, these initiatives have significantly boosted morale and enhanced productivity across the state workforce. The Executive Secretary made these remarks shortly ...