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Kogi gov Grants Credit Support to 500 women, Youths in Poultry Value Chain

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By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja.

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has granted credit support to 500 women, Youths in Poultry Value Chain from across the 21 Local Government Areas of the state in his administration’s effort 5o revolutionize livestock and poultry production in the state.

Speaking at the ceremony at the Glass House, Governor House, Lokoja on Tuesday, the governor said the effort was part of steps toward realizing the state’s 32 year development plan.

He said that the effort was in line with Article 6 and 7 of the State’s Consolidation and Continuity Manifesto to drive his administration’s plan for crop and livestock improvement in the state.

Gov. Ododo hinted that the World Bank-Assisted Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) was a giant stride in Nigeria’s drive towards food security and economic prosperity.

“It aligns seamlessly with our administration’s short, medium, and long term plan to make Kogi the epic center of livestock production in Nigeria.

“We are determined to achieve the project development objective here in Kogi state. Let me seize this moment to congratulate the 500 women and youth poultry farmers and entrepreneurs selected as beneficiaries”, he said.

Ododo declared that a boom in livestock production in Kogi State would enable it to serve the 10 neighbouring states and the Federal Capital Territory seamlessly “with our arable land, favourable climate as well as abundant human and material resources.

“I want to assure the World Bank that we shall continue to inject our projects with great political will and zeal to the benefit of our great people”, he said.

The Governor announced a grant of N100,000 to each of the 500 beneficiaries as logistic support for their various businesses adding that the Service Provider would be immediately energized to commence the supply of their inputs”, he added.

The governor also approved a Desk Officer to represent the People Living With Special Needs at the L-PRES office as requested by representative of PWD.

He added, “As a way for boosting our local economy, we have urged the service provider to patronize local vendors of poultry inputs in the state.”

Speaking earlier, the state Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr Timothy Ojomah thanked Governor Ododo for his resilience and support to Agriculture sector as shown in the timely payment of counterpart funds.

Ojomah charges the 500 beneficiaries of the scheme at whatever point along the value chain to judiciously utilize the the opportunity to increase their production and or services, to better their lives, the society and ensure food sufficiency.

Dr Olufemi Bolarin, State Coordinator of the L-PRES commended the governor’s vision and tireless efforts in boosting livestock production which he said was borne out of the governor’s vision for empowerment of women and the youth in Kogi.

Dr Sani Abdullahi Ozomata, Technical Adviser on the project charged the beneficiaries to take full advantage of the programme since it is not going to be a continuous thing adding that the governor may soon face another direction in agricultural production.

Ozomata said the government expected a rippling effect of the programme from each of the beneficiaries who are not just starting but already existing at either at production, processing or marketing levels completing the Poultry Value Chain. (Ends)

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KGSG Commences Construction of Ultra-Modern Lokoja International Market

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By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja
The Kogi State Government has awarded a contract for the construction of an ultra-modern Lokoja International Market, marking a significant step toward enhancing the state’s economic landscape.
The project, awarded to Sazak Acres Bilogue Company (SABC) Limited, will be built on a 25-hectare site along Hassan Katsina Road in Lokoja.

At the site handover ceremony, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, represented by the Commissioner for Urban Development, Abanika Taiye, emphasized the administration’s commitment to creating a conducive business environment to drive economic growth.
He noted that the project, scheduled for completion within 36 months, aligns with his vision of making Kogi State a commercial hub of international repute.
Governor Ododo assured stakeholders that due diligence was followed in awarding the contract, ensuring value for money.
He urged the contractor to adhere strictly to the project’s specifications and Bill of Quantity, stressing that the government would not tolerate substandard work.
Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Mohammed Mukhtar, described the project as a people-centric initiative designed to uplift the state’s economic fortunes.
He commended SABC Limited for emerging as the most responsive bidder among numerous competitors and urged the company to deliver in line with the “GYB Standard” synonymous with quality in the state.
The project consultant, Engr. Kabir Suleiman expressed gratitude to Governor Ododo for his forward-thinking approach, which enables Kogi State to compete favorably with other states.
He affirmed that the 0government had compensated all land titleholders, removing potential barriers to construction.

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Governor Namadi Presents N698.3b 2025 Appropriation Bill to Jigawa State Assembly

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By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse

Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill, totaling N698.3 billion, to the State House of Assembly for approval.
The governor, while presenting the proposed budget, emphasized its title: “The Budget of Innovation & Transportation for Greater Jigawa,” aimed at continuing the momentum of development established in the 2024 fiscal year.
He explained that the 2025 budget represents an 82% increase over the total appropriations in the previous year’s budget, reflecting the state’s ongoing commitment to growth and sustainable development.
He highlighted that almost 77% of the proposed budget amounting to N536.75b would be dedicated to capital expenditures, while N149.75 billion (21%) is allocated for recurrent expenditures. A smaller portion, N11.8 billion (1.7%), is set aside for contingency and stabilization funds, as well as public debt charges.
An important highlight of the budget is the substantial allocation for the education sector.
The governor proudly noted that over N184 billion, or 26.4% of the total budget, has been allocated to education slightly exceeding the recommended 26% benchmark set by the Education For All initiative.“The budget has been carefully structured to reflect the priorities of the state, focusing on economic growth, resilience, and the well-being of our people,” Governor Namadi remarked. “With nearly N320 billion allocated to capital projects, we are positioning Jigawa for a prosperous future, with a focus on food security, infrastructure, and inclusive development.”The budget will be financed through a combination of statutory allocations from the Federation Account, internally generated revenues, and loans from international development institutions such as the World Bank and the Islamic Development Bank. Notably, the budget includes N80 billion from the state’s share of Value Added Tax (VAT) and other federal transfers.In response, the Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, expressed the legislature’s commitment to a productive collaboration with the executive. He assured the governor that the Assembly would expeditiously scrutinize the proposed budget and pass it into law, ensuring the swift implementation of development projects and programs for the benefit of the state.“We are committed to ensuring that this budget is thoroughly reviewed and approved promptly to allow the governor to deliver on his promises to the people of Jigawa,” Speaker Dangyatin said.The 2025 Appropriation Bill is set to pave the way for continued growth and development in Jigawa, with a focus on infrastructural expansion, economic diversification, and social welfare.

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Kogi Police Command bans use of fireworks (banga)

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Onuoha Berthrand

****Orders prosecution of violators of the order

By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja.

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Police Command, CP Bethrand C. Onuoha, has banned the use of fireworks popularly known as “Knockout or Banga” in the State.
He gave the order while briefing members of the Command Management Team at the Command Headquarters in Lokoja.
The CP further disclosed that some criminal elements use fireworks to commit heinous crimes, adding that the Command would not allow such acts of criminality to continue in the State.

The Police boss advised parents and guardians to warn their children and Wards to desist from playing knockout in the State adding that security agents has been directed to arrest and prosecute anyone who violates the order.

The CP further warned that any shop owner who sells or supply fireworks (Banga) in the State would be arrested and prosecuted accordingly.

He urgent Law-abiding citizens of the state to volunteer information on any shop selling fireworks to the Law Enforcement Agents nearest to them.

CP Bethrand Onuoha further assured the good people of Kogi State that the Police in synergy with other Security Agencies, are ever determined to ensure the safety of life and property in the State.

He solicited the cooperation and support Law-abiding members of the public in reporting suspicious activities or objects within their community to the nearest Security Agents for prompt response. (Ends)

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