Kogi
Promotion in Kogi Civil Service now performance based – HOS
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja.
KOGI State Government has announced that elevation in its Civil Service would henceforth be based on performance as a new era in civil service promotions evolves.
Mr Elijah Evinemi, Kogi State Head of Service (HOS) disclosed this while inaugurating an in-house training programme for administrative and executive officers, in the state Civil Service on Monday in Lokoja.
The Head of Service said the event marked the beginning of the transformative journey of equipping administrators to drive positive change in the service.
He said that the innovative approach prioritizes performance with the aim of enhancing productivity and efficiency saying, “We recognize optimal performance as the cornerstone of effective civil service delivery.
“We’ve engaged renowned institutions like National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPPS), Kuru, Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON) and the Centre for Management Development (CMD) for capacity building. This training lays the foundation for excellence,” Evinemi said.
The HOS said that the service was transitioning from manual operations to modern administration, embracing artificial intelligence while recognizing the vital human element.
Mr Evinemi urged the participants to take maximum advantage of the three-day in-house training saying, “Our goal is to equip you with expertise to manage finance and non-financial assets effectively and To whom much is given, much is expected.”
Hajia Marim Yakubu, Deputy Director, Training in the office of the HOS, noted that the State Government was committed to reforming the Civil Service through capacity building. “Our mandate is clear: optimal performance from civil servants.”
She said that the week-long training programme spanning from October 28-31, at the State Secretariat, is expected to empower administrators and Human Resource Managers to drive the positive change.
Elder Sunday Ude, One of the resource persons, who is also the Permanent Secretary, Local Government Service Commission, stressed that Financial Regulations were crucial for effective public service administration.
He said, “Effective financial management is vital for optimal service delivery. Understanding these regulations enables civil servants to manage resources efficiently.”
Mrs. A.E. Onoja, Director of Establishment, Office of the HOS who is also a resource person underscored the vital role of leadership and emotional intelligence in driving progress saying, “Effective leaders empathize with their teams, guiding them toward excellence.
Onoja applauded Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for his support to the state Civil Service and urged the Civil Servants to reciprocate through total commitment and loyalty to the administration. (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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