PDCRC Director General Commends Governor Ododo's N500m Cash Transfer Initiative For Schoolgirls



The Director General of  Public Defender and Citizens Rights Commission (PDCRC), Barr. Idris Onogo Musa Esq., has commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for flagging off over N500m cash transfer to boost schoolgirl enrollment in Kogi State The commendation was made on July 28, 2025, in Lokoja.


He also praised the Governor's initiative, describing it as a strategic intervention aimed at promoting inclusive, quality, and safe education for girls in Kogi State. The cash transfer program, which will disburse N40,000 to each of the 13,359 beneficiaries, is part of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project.


Barr Onogo also lauded  the AGILE State Coordinator Hon Tijani Oricha for his commitment to the responsibility saddled on him.


The Governor had emphasized that the AGILE-CCT is more than financial support, but a long-term investment in human capital development. He also acknowledged his predecessor, former Governor Yahaya Bello, for securing Kogi State's inclusion in the World Bank-supported AGILE project.


The PDCRC Director General's commendation highlights the importance of initiatives that promote girl-child education and empowerment in Kogi State.


Onogo further noted that, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo's leadership has garnered significant support from various stakeholders in Kogi State, making a strong case for his re-election bid come 2027.


With Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo's impressive track record of impactful initiatives, including the recent N500m cash transfer to boost schoolgirl enrollment, it's clear that he's earned the support of the people. Ododo's Impact Makes 2027 Re-Election a Walkover" he said.

Edited by Noah Peter, the publisher Accurate News Nigeria 

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