Kogi
CHRCR tasks political parties on policies to upscale youth participation in leadershi
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja
Conscience for Human Rights and Conflict Resolution (CHRCR), a Kogi-based Civil Society Organisation has tasked political parties on the need to develop viable policies that would inspire and prepare Nigerian youths for leadership positions.
Comrade Idris Miliki, Executive Director of CHRCR made the call on Thursday in Lokoja while addressing representatives of Political parties at a one-day “Post Governorship Elections Review Meeting For Political Parties In Kogi”.
Miliki decried the rate at which Nigerian youths have been marginalised in political space, as he urged political parties to develop policies for youth development that targeted thematic areas.
The Human Rights activist noted that the country needed its youth to remain fully engaged in the political processes, saying that peace, security, citizens’ well-being and partnership were key to the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
“Despite this huge number of young persons and presence of the ‘Not Too Young To Run Act’ of the National Parliament, the number of young persons in political leadership positions both at elective and appointive levels is still very low,” he said.
According to him, this has led to the discouragement and dearth of commitment on the part of youths in promotion of good governance in Nigeria adding that the scenario had adversely affected their effective participation.
Miliki urged opposition parties across the country to take responsibility in holding ruling parties accountable to the people saying that they should ask themselves salient questions like “What is my role and responsibly to the society, my community, local government State and Country?
“They must observe the ruling party and governance after election, make pronouncements and monitor the performance of the government,” Miliki said.
The activist condemned the act of vote buying and selling reportedly perpetrated in the recent Governorship Election in the state saying that the money should have been used to execute projects for the collective benefits of the people.
Miliki also decried the inability of the Kogi State Government to conduct Local Government elections, stressing that the tenure of the present chairmen expired Dec. 14, 2023 and there is no foreseeable plans to conduct elections into the third tier of government.
Representative of political parties at the meeting include: All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Party (ADC), Labour Party (LP), Young Progressive Party (YPP) and All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), among others.
Representative of the political parties were unanimous in their resolve to develop policies in their various parties to enhance youth participation in leadership at all levels. (Ends)
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Professor Tom Adaba, the first Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), who died early Saturday at the age of 84.
Describing the late broadcaster and scholar as a “leading light for development in Nigeria and a courageous voice of the people of Ebira land and Kogi State,” Governor Ododo paid tribute to his legacy in media, academia, and public service.
Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Ismaila Isah in a statement quoted Ododo to have said,
“I am saddened by the death of our father and leader, Professor Tom Adaba, who has gone to be with his maker. Our prayers are with his immediate family, the people of Kogi State, and Nigeria at large for the colossal loss of a man widely regarded as a teacher, mentor, and leader,” he said.
The governor extended condolences to the Ohinoyi of Ebira land, Alhaji Ahmed Tijani Muhammed Anaje, and the entire Ebira community, recognizing Prof. Adaba’s contributions, including his traditional title as the Ohieteohueyi of Ebira land.
Born in 1941, Prof. Adaba achieved several historic firsts, serving as the first Nigerian President of the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE), the first Principal of the Nigeria Television College, and later, the first Director-General of NBC, before retiring in the late 1990s.
May his soul rest in peace.
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered 500 women from Kogi State’s 21 local government areas, reaffirming the crucial role of women in economic development.
Speaking at the empowerment distribution event at Muhammadu Buhari Square, Lokoja, Mrs. Tinubu—represented by Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, wife of the Kogi State Governor and State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Initiative, stressed the importance of investing in women for national progress.
She stated that the initiative, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, is designed to promote inclusivity, economic empowerment, and sustainable development, particularly for women. She also revealed that 18,500 women across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones would benefit from the program, starting with the North Central region.
“Empowering women is fundamental to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly goals 5 and 8, which focus on gender equality and economic growth,” she emphasized.
The program, executed in collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs and the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), provided beneficiaries with essential business tools, including deep-chest freezers, maxi gas cookers with ovens, generators, and industrial grinding machines, to boost entrepreneurship and economic independence.
Mrs. Tinubu urged the beneficiaries to maximize the opportunity, ensuring self-reliance and contributing to the nation’s economic development.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has expressed deep grieve over the passing of the District Head of Adavi, Alhaji Salihu Ozi-Salami, who passed away on Wednesday at his residence in Ogaminana, Adavi Local Government Area.
In a condolence message, the Governor described the late Alhaji Salihu Ozi-Salami as a distinguished leader who served his people with honor, dedication, and a deep commitment to peace and unity. He acknowledged his invaluable contributions to the growth and stability of Adavi and the larger Ebira community.
Special Adviser on Media to the
Governor, Ismaila Isah quoted in a statement quoted Ododo to have extended his sympathies to the Ohinoyi of Ebira Land, Alhaji Dr. Ahmed Tijani Muhammed Anaje, the Ohi Otenyiete of Ebira Land, Alhaji Isa Ozi-Salami, who is the deceased’s younger brother, as well as the late leader’s family and the entire Ebira people.
Governor Ododo prayed for Allah’s mercy upon the soul of the departed and for strength and solace for those left behind to bear the loss.
Born in 1939, Alhaji Salihu Ozi-Salami was appointed District Head of Adavi in 1994. He lived a life of service and integrity until his passing at 86. His remains have been laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites at his residence in Ogaminana.
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