By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh

In a significant step towards promoting transparency and accountability in governance, The Kogi State Government has inaugurates the Steering Committee on Open Government Partnership (OGP) in Lokoja on Friday May 23rd, 2025.





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The Executive Governor of Kogi State Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo who was Represented by Deputy Governor Comrade Joel Salifu, presided over the ceremony at his office, marking a crucial milestone in the state’s journey towards good governance.

Governor Ododo emphasized that his administration is committed to deliver effectively on the Open Government Partnership principles and promised that he would continue to partner with all stakeholders to win the trust of the citizens in governance across the state.

In his words “I am pleased to present the Kogi State Open Government Action Plan. Kogi State is one of the leading states in Nigeria; it has abundant arable land, and makes enormous contributions in the area of agriculture in Nigeria”

“The state has improved in the areas of security and is conducive for investments. The state having successfully embarked on public governance reforms with the support of the World Bank, Kogi State has taken steps to become even more open, transparent and accountable”.

” To this end, I have mandated ministries, departments and agencies under the current administration to strictly prioritize and deliver 100% on these commitments, so as to demonstrate our avowed commitment to accountability, transparency, citizens participation and the adoption of technological innovation to provide effective citizens centered service provision across the state to the best of our abilities”

” The State is indeed eager to foster increased collaboration between governments and all other external stakeholders with the main aim of improving the living conditions of our citizens” he said.

Ealier, Amb. Idris Ozovehe; the Co-Chairman of the Non State Actors, stressed that the motive behind Open Government Partnership is to resolve the issue of Trust Deficit citizens have in government, noting that accountability and transparency remain the key to good governance.

The committee is expected to develop and implement action plans that will enhance transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in governance.

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By Abdulrahman Obaje

The Kogi State Government has resolved its long-standing dispute with MTN Nigeria over tax remittance and operational compliance.

This is contained in a press release dated May 22, 2025 and signed by the Press Secretary to the Kogi State Deputy Governor, Unubi Emmanuel

The meeting, held Wednesday at the Government House in Lokoja, was initiated by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and chaired by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu.

Governor Ododo, through his Deputy called on corporate organizations to adhere to tax obligations and operational protocols in their relationship with the government.

He described recent disagreement with the telecom operator that led to service disruptions in the state as a routine challenge in institutional relationships.

The Governor lauded the role of the NCC in mediating in the impasse and acknowledged the willingness of all parties to respect agreements reached by the parties.

He emphasized that Kogi remains open for business, assuring investors of a conducive environment to operate and thrive.

Ealier, Engr. Abraham Oshadami, who spoke on behalf of the National Communications Commission (NCC) revealed that both MTN Nigeria and the state government have agreed to a mutually acceptable terms of settlement of outstanding debts owed Kogi state government by the telecoms operator.

He commmended Governor Ododo for fostering policies that support businesses to grow, adding that the peaceful resolution of the face-off would boost investor confidence and benefit the people of the state.

The meeting was attended by Hon. Hilary Ojoma Egwudah, Deputy Chief of Staff to the Governor; Alhaji Sule Salihu Enehe, Executive Chairman of the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS); Alhaji Taofik Isah, Director General of the Kogi State Utility, Infrastructure Management and Compliance Agency (KUIMCA); and Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner for Technical Services at the Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC), among others.

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The Nigeria Liberty Movement, NLM has officially confirms the appointment of its National Director, Mobilization and Contact, Alhaji Suleiman Yunusa.

The taking of oats of office which takes place at the National Headquarter of the party in Abuja, Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, shortly before the official merger of Allied Peoples Party, APM and NLM saw NEC and party big wigs in attendance.

During the ceremony, the National Chairman, NLM, Ambassador Thompson Mesach said the capacity leader has demonstrated his capacity in the area of grassroots mobilization, and so merit the confirmation calling for more commitment and dedication to the success of NLM.

In his acceptance, Alhaji Suleiman Yunusa said this is a call for action as he will continue to do what he has been known for, which is grassroots mobilization.

He most especially thanks the National Leader, Nigerian Liberty Movements, NLM, Ambassador Moses O. Adebisi, PhD, (aka THISDAYSMOSES, AL MUSA) the National Chairman, Ambassador Thompson Mesach and other National Executive Members for the recognition of his contributions to the growth of NLM.

He further thanks his mobilization team members, stakeholders and well-wishers across the country for their supports, commitment, charging them to not relent in their efforts and be more resilient in their mobilization efforts.

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