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Kogi State Government says it will continue to build a labour force that is competent and efficient for rapid development of the state. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo made the promise in a message to the annual workers day celebration in Lokoja. The Governor who was represented by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu said his administration will continue to prioritize the welfare of Civil Servants to motivate them as engine room of government. Governor Ododo noted that the present administration has sustained prompt and regular payment of salaries and pension, leave bonus and other incentives. According to him, Government will prioritize harmonious industrial harmony through engagement with organized labour and described the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as impactful for workers. He pointed out that the state government will continue to aligned with President Tinubu’s vision and called on civil servants to avoid indiscipline, inefficiency and embrace diligence, integ...

Wife of the Kogi State Governor, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has congratulated workers in the state on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ Day, commending their resilience and assuring of sustained interventions to keep families safe and secure in view of prevailing challenges. In her May Day message, the First Lady praised Kogi workers for their continued commitment, noting that their diligence continues to drive growth and development across the state. She said the efforts of workers in the state, reflect the strength and uniqueness of the workforce, as well as the collective determination of citizens to build a more prosperous Kogi state. She described the theme of this year’s Workers’ Day celebration, “Insecurity, Poverty – Bane of Decent Work,” as timely and relevant, assuring that the present administration will continue to prioritise the safety of lives and property across the state. Mrs. Ododo assured workers that the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo will remain commit...