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Ododo Empowers Kogi Youths, Orders Follow-Up on Grant Beneficiaries

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The Executive Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to empowering young people to become entrepreneurs and job creators, as the Kogi Youth Entrepreneurship and Business Grant Programme commenced in Lokoja. The Governor, represented at the event by the Secretary to the Government of Kogi State, Mrs. Folashade Ayoade Arike, said the initiative reflected his administration’s determination to invest in the productive capacity of Kogi youths. Mrs. Ayoade urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the grants, stressing that the intervention should be seen as an opportunity to build sustainable businesses rather than merely receive financial assistance. She said the beneficiaries must demonstrate commitment and responsibility in using the resources provided to them. “Please and please make use of these grants. You were lucky to have somebody to say thank you and to help you. Please make good use of it,” she charged. T...
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2027: Kogi Fixes N150m Campaign Signage Fee for Presidential Candidates

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The Kogi State Government has approved official fees for the placement of billboards, posters, branded T-shirts, caps and other campaign materials by political parties and candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections and the October 2026 local government elections. The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed this in Lokoja after a stakeholders’ meeting with operators in the signage and advertising sector, as campaigns for the Presidential and National Assembly elections are scheduled to commence on August 19. Fanwo said the approved fees were designed to regulate political advertising across the state, ensure compliance with existing signage regulations and generate revenue for the development of Kogi State. Under the approved structure, Presidential candidates will pay N150 million for campaign signage and related promotional materials across the state, while Senatorial candidates will pay N50 million. Candidates for the House of Representativ...
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AHF Nigeria Opens Applications To Train Journalists on HIV and TB Media Reporting Project Across 7 States

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The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria, has opened applications for journalists to join a two-month project aimed at deepening ethical, solutions-focused coverage of HIV and TB in communities most affected by both diseases. The "HIV and TB Media Reporting Project: Amplify the Response" will run from September to October 2026 and will support reporters in Abuja FCT, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Benue, Cross River, Kogi, and Nasarawa to produce human-centered stories that drive testing, treatment uptake, and public accountability. Applications close at the close of business on Monday, 31st August 2026. Interested journalists can apply via https://forms.gle/S8U4HLqQCaCc43Cg7 or by sending documents to Procurement.Nigeria@aidshealth.org with the subject line "AHF HIV/TB Reporting Projects.  AHF Nigeria currently provides free HIV testing, treatment, care, and TB services across its seven states of operation.  While Nigeria has made progress toward the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets, A...
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Gov. Ododo Charges Auditors to Harness AI, Protect Public Funds for Development

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Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has charged Auditor General for Local Governments across Nigeria to embrace Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies to strengthen accountability, block financial leakages and ensure that public resources translate into tangible development for citizens. Governor Ododo gave the charge on Monday at the Government House in Lokoja while declaring open the 30th Annual Conference of Auditor General for Local Governments in Nigeria, holding from August 10 to 14, 2026, with the theme: “Repositioning Auditors-General for Governance Excellence in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Towards Global Best Practices in Local Government Audit.” The Governor, who spoke from his experience as a former Auditor-General for Local Governments in Kogi State, said the responsibility of auditors goes beyond checking figures and preparing reports, stressing that every naira entrusted to government carries a moral obligation to the people. According ...
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Gov. Ododo Charges Auditors to Harness AI, Protect Public Funds for Development

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Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has charged Auditor General for Local Governments across Nigeria to embrace Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies to strengthen accountability, block financial leakages and ensure that public resources translate into tangible development for citizens. Governor Ododo gave the charge on Monday at the Government House in Lokoja while declaring open the 30th Annual Conference of Auditor General for Local Governments in Nigeria, holding from August 10 to 14, 2026, with the theme: “Repositioning Auditors-General for Governance Excellence in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Towards Global Best Practices in Local Government Audit.” The Governor, who spoke from his experience as a former Auditor-General for Local Governments in Kogi State, said the responsibility of auditors goes beyond checking figures and preparing reports, stressing that every naira entrusted to government carries a moral obligation to the people. According ...
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The Chairman of Kogi State Chapter of African Democratic Congress ADC, Honorable Tom Zakari has extend his deepest condolences to the family of ADC Enjema Ward one leader in Ankpa Local government Area, Honorable Yahaya Ododo who died recently.

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The Chairman of Kogi State Chapter of African Democratic Congress ADC, Honorable Tom Zakari has extend  his deepest condolences to  the  family of ADC Enjema Ward one leader in Ankpa Local government Area, Honorable Yahaya Ododo who died recently. Hon Tom descibed the passing of the deceased as a great loss to the party saying hiis dedication, wisdom, and selfless service to  Enjema Ward 1 and to the ADC party will always be remembered According to him he was a pillar of strength, unity, and guidance to members of the party While condoling with members of his immediate family and party members over the irreparable loss, the ADC state chairman, Honorable Tom Zakari said they shared in their grief and pray that Almighty God grants  him eternal rest, and gives them the strength and comfort to bear this great loss, adding that members of the party  stand with them during this difficult time.
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The Chairman of Kogi State Chapter of African Democratic Congress ADC, Honorable Tom Zakari has extend his deepest condolences to the family of ADC Enjema Ward one leader in Ankpa Local government Area, Honorable Yahaya Ododo who died recently.

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The Chairman of Kogi State Chapter of African Democratic Congress ADC, Honorable Tom Zakari has extend  his deepest condolences to  the  family of ADC Enjema Ward one leader in Ankpa Local government Area, Honorable Yahaya Ododo who died recently. Hon Tom descibed the passing of the deceased as a great loss to the party saying hiis dedication, wisdom, and selfless service to  Enjema Ward 1 and to the ADC party will always be remembered According to him he was a pillar of strength, unity, and guidance to members of the party While condoling with members of his immediate family and party members over the irreparable loss, the ADC state chairman, Honorable Tom Zakari said they shared in their grief and pray that Almighty God grants  him eternal rest, and gives them the strength and comfort to bear this great loss, adding that members of the party  stand with them during this difficult time.
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