A civil society organisation, Conscience for Human Rights and Conflicts Resolution (CHRCR), has reviewed the two-year administration of Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, acknowledging progress in key areas while stressing that the state still requires deeper reforms and broader development.
Executive Director of the group, Idris Miliki Abdul in a statement released to mark Governor Ododo’s second anniversary in office, said the administration has brought relative stability to the state since his inauguration on January 27, 2024, particularly through improved salary payments and enhanced security coordination.
According to the organisation, regular payment of workers’ salaries has eased economic pressure on civil servants and reduced industrial tension, a sharp contrast to previous administrations. It also noted that the government has not promoted political thuggery and that respect for the rule of law has contributed to a generally peaceful atmosphere across the state.
CHRCR commended recent security operations carried out by various agencies, describing the reported successes as encouraging. The group attributed the improved outcomes to stronger collaboration among security institutions and praised the roles of the Office of the National Security Adviser, the Inspector-General of Police, and the State Security Adviser.
However, the organisation cautioned that security challenges remain and called for sustained efforts, particularly through community-based approaches, to address emerging threats and violent extremism.
Beyond security, CHRCR said Kogi State must accelerate development across several critical sectors, including transportation, housing, water supply, tourism, healthcare, education, human capital development, infrastructure, environmental protection, media development, and continuous citizen engagement.
The group also urged Governor Ododo to fulfill his campaign pledge of holding regular town hall meetings to deepen public participation and improve government accountability.
While congratulating the governor on his two years in office, CHRCR advised him to review his cabinet, streamline appointments, and bring in professionals with relevant expertise and fresh ideas to strengthen governance in the remaining period of his administration.
Group Reviews Ododo’s Two Years in Office, Says More Work Needed in Kogi
