Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has congratulated the people of the state on the occasion of the 34th anniversary of the state’s creation, describing the milestone as a moment of sober reflection and renewed hope.
This was disclosed in a message personally signed by the Governor, who said the anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on the state’s journey since its creation in 1991, to assess present realities, and to chart a brighter course for the future.
Governor Ododo noted that from its humble beginnings, Kogi State has endured challenges while recording remarkable progress in infrastructure, education, healthcare and rural development.
The Governor affirmed that though the state is not yet where it aspires to be, significant strides have been made in line with the vision of purposeful governance and the aspirations of the founding fathers.
“At 34, we stand at a defining threshold. Roads are being built, schools remodeled, hospitals revitalized, and rural communities are beginning to feel the impact of good governance. We may not yet be where we desire to be, but we are certainly no longer where we used to be,” he stated.
He emphasized his administration’s commitment to building a future where every child has access to quality education, healthcare is within the reach of all, industries thrive, and agriculture guarantees food security and prosperity for the people.
Governor Ododo also called on all citizens to take pride in the greatness of Kogi State, uphold peace, embrace hard work, and believe in the collective destiny of the Confluence State.
“As we celebrate 34 years of existence, let us renew our pledge to keep Kogi great. Together, we will strengthen our unity, deepen our progress, and hand over to future generations a state greater than the one we inherited,” he added.
The Governor wished all citizens a Happy 34th Anniversary and reaffirmed his resolve to spend every day working hard for the greatness of Kogi State.
Ismaila Isah
Special Adviser on Media to the Governor
August 27th, 2025