In alignment with the unwavering commitment of His Excellency, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo to revolutionize Kogi State’s road network, the Honorable Commissioner for Works, Engr. Mohammed Ahovi Yusuf, conducted an unscheduled inspection of the Zone 8-Crusher Road project in Lokoja on July 30, 2024. This visit serves as a testament to the Governor’s determination to…
The Kogi State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (KOGI-RAAMP) has successfully conducted the bid opening for the construction of 106.36 km of roads under the backlog maintenance/rehabilitation intervention, as well as the 66-meter cross drainage structures intervention. The event was marked by a commitment to transparency and adherence to the procurement guidelines stipulated by…
Gbobe, Kogi State, July 7, 2024 – In a move to address the infrastructural needs of rural communities, the Kogi Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA), last Friday visited the town of Gbobe to conduct a comprehensive community needs assessment. The program, which was attended by members of the Gbobe community, was part of the…
The World Bank and French Development Agency held a critical implementation support mission for the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) in Abuja, highlighting the need for immediate action by participating states to meet the project’s objectives. The 7th Joint Implementation Support Mission, held at the Shehu Yar’Adua Conference Centre, brought together representatives from…
In a significant announcement, the Kogi State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (KG-RAAMP) has invited sealed bids from eligible contractors for the construction and rehabilitation of key road infrastructure across the state. The project is divided into two major components: Road Maintenance/ Rehabilitation Works involving the backlog maintenance and rehabilitation of 106.36 km of…
In a major shakeup, Kogi State Governor Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo has appointed Mr. Y.J Itopa as the new Managing Director and CEO of the state-owned Graphics Newspaper. The announcement was made by the Head of Service, Mr. Elijah Evinemi, who urged the new chief to hit the ground running and reposition the ailing publication….
In a proactive move to strengthen its security framework, the Kogi State House of Assembly has approved the recruitment of 1,050 hunters to aid in safeguarding the state. This decision comes amidst growing concerns over the region’s security challenges and a shortage of manpower. The approval was granted during a plenary session on Wednesday in…
In a proactive move to foster peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders in Kogi State, Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo has inaugurated a 17-member Conflict Prevention and Resolution Committee. The committee, which was inaugurated on Thursday, has been tasked with a comprehensive mandate to address the longstanding tensions between these two critical stakeholders in the state’s…
Abducted Nigerian Army Captain Escapes Kidnapping, Disarms and Engages Attackers in Kogi State Lokoja, Kogi State – June 11, 2024 – In a daring escape, a Nigerian Army captain has freed himself and other kidnapped victims after being abducted by unknown gunmen in Kogi State last week. According to a military signal obtained by SaharaReporters,…
Kogi State Government Boosts Agriculture with Improved Cassava Stems and Farmer-Friendly Policies. The Kogi State Government has further demonstrated its commitment to supporting the agricultural sector in the state through various farmer-friendly initiatives. This was highlighted by Engineer Kasim James, the Director of Engineering in the Kogi State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, who…