Prince Abubakar University Teaching Hospital Anyigba currently under construction by the administration of His Excellency, Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State. *** Governor Yahaya Bello at work on the age-old erosion ravaged section of the road from Anyigba to the headquarters of Dekina LG and to the neighboring Bassa LG.*** Ultra-modern General Hospital, Under Construction At Isanlu-Yagba East LGA-Kogi State. Similar projects ongoing simultaneously in two (2) other locations in the state, ie, Gegu in Kogi LGA and Eganyi in Ajaokuta LGA*** The World Bank commended Governor Yahaya Bello for refunding $4.63 million surplus funds under the Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP)***  This app, is an Audio/visual excursion into the stewardship of His Excellency, Governor Yahaya Bello*** 

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Yahaya Bello Visits Buhari, Discusses National Issues, Security

Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi has met with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja to discuss national issues and the nation’s state of security.

The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Onogwu Muhammed, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, in Abuja.

According to Muhammed, Bello and President Buhari have detailed discussions on politics and security.

“The governor, in his usual concern for matters relating to governance and security, was at the villa for progressive talks with the President.

“They shared ideas and also reached certain conclusions that I won’t want to disclose for confidentiality purposes,” Muhammed stated.

Bello lauded the President’s efforts in curbing insecurity in the Northwest, adding that the people of the zone would soon start reaping the dividends of those efforts.

Muhammed also noted that Buhari received the governor with joy.

He noted that Bello is one of the leading aspirants seeking to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023 and he has enjoyed support from different groups across the country.

He stated that earlier in January, no fewer than 600 women groups, drawn from different parts of the country converged in Abuja for a solidarity walk for Governor Bello to run for presidential election. (NAN)

Kogi govt approves implementation of N30,000 minimum wage

By Boluwaji Obahopo – Lokoja

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has approved the immediate implementation of N30,000 minimum wage for the State workforce with partial consequential adjustment.

The agreement covers the State workforce as well as the Local Government.

Secretary to the Kogi State Government, (Dr.) Mrs Folashade Ayoade disclosed this after an extensive meeting with the Organised Labour in Lokoja on Tuesday.

Mrs Ayoade said the delay in the implementation was due to the inability of the Committee to meet regularly following the COVID-19 pandemic which she stressed has been overcome.

She commended the Organized Labour for their understanding and patience so far which has resulted in the signing of the implementation of the new minimum wage.

The State Deputy Governor, Chief Edward Onoja, expressed appreciation to the Organized Labour for their understanding and commitment to reaching the agreement amicably without resorting to Strike action.

Chief Onoja said Governor Yahaya Bello is passionate about the welfare of civil servants and will continue to give priority attention to its workforce.

The Head of the State Civil Service, Hannah Odiyo said with the signing of the agreement on the new national minimum wage, the committee has completed its work peacefully without recourse to industrial action.

Speaking after signing the agreement of implementation of the new national minimum wage, the State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Onuh Edoka said Kogi State civil servants have been brought to the same level with their counterparts in other states already implementing the new minimum wage.

According to him, “The earlier notice of strike served on the State Government has been suspended with immediate effect.

“We commended the State Government for signing the agreement with the mandate of immediate implementation to give civil servants in the State a new lease of life.

We assured of civil servants commitment to effective productivity of the present administration in all sectors of the economy.”

Present at the signing of the agreement was the State Chairman of the Trade Union Congress, Ranti Ojo; State Chairman NUJ, Adeiza Momoh-Jimoh; Chairman, NULGE, Tade Adeyemi among others.

ASUU vs FEDERAL GOVERNMENT Governor Yahaya Bello did it in Kogi state

Read this by

Rachael Mojirola Balogun

National President,

National Association Of Kogi State Students (NAKOSS NATIONAL).

Rumor has it that ASUU is set for another strike.

The sweet gist is Kogi state owned institutions won’t be part

And it saddens my heart to see Kogi state students schooling in Federal institutions home and away suffering from this prolonged academic calendar. NOT Again 🤦‍♀️

A Scholar once said that ‘If any country want to get it right in absolute development and consistent growth; minimum of 25% or more of the country’s annual budget must be dedicated to the Education Sector’

The good news is this, Kogi state Governor accorded 30% of the state budget to the education sector, which is 4% above that of UNESCO stipulation of 26%, for quality Education to be attained in any country.

Students are watching keenly; 2023 is closer than seen, WE WILL NOT HESITATE TO SUPPORT WHO SUPPORT THE SYSTEM THAT PROTECT OUR PROGRAMS.

Group Describes Gov. Yahaya Bello As Best Governor, Drums Support For His Presidential Ambition

The National President of National Association of Health Institution Students (NAHIS) Comr. Esther  Sunday Madaki has described Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State as best governor in term of human development and security in Nigeria.

She noted that, since assumption of office, the Governor has taken steps to not only strengthen the delivery of good governance but to also deepen accountability and transparency and reassure the masses that his administration would do things differently.

She said, ”I commend the exemplary dynamism, patriotism, selflessness, commitment and dedication which His Excellency, Gov. Yahaya Bello has demonstrated in office. With no doubt, Gov. Yahaya is God-sent and he deserves accolades for his giant strides.

“The Association will soon organize a programme in Bauchi State, the North-East part of Nigeria to pass a vote of confidence on Governor Yahaya Bello and declare support for his presidential ambition come 2023.

“Without any fear of contradiction, there is no Governor in Nigeria that will be compared with Yahaya Bello in time of Human empowerment and security, we have confidence that if Yahaya Bello is elected as president of Nigeria, he would lead without rancor or discrimination. For this reason, we shall support him, he is the right man that will move this country forward to the next stage of development.

“To this end, the programme will be organized according to geopolitical zone, we will start with North East before going to North Central and North West then to the southern part of the country, we shall also address a world press conference.”

NALDA Partners With Kogi To Train 105 Young Farmers in the State

The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA ) has trained 105 Kogi youth farmers on professional and technical enhancement for National Young Farmers’ Scheme ( NYFS) across the 21 local government areas in the state.

The State Coordinator, Mrs Grace Omowunmi Olowohunwa contended during her speech at the opening of the exercise in Lokoja, that the essence of the training will help expand farmers knowledge on the dynamics of modern day farming technology for food security and income.

She said; “ President Muhammadu Buhari has mandated NALDA to remains sacrosanct with the mission to ensure agriculture becomes the rallying point for investment, job creation and being attractive to young people with the aim of growing ‘what we eat and eat what we produce and the only way to get everyone on board is to train vibrant youth on the best way of modern day farming

“In the past the farmers use plough to dig the soil, with the advent of new technological devices, farmer now use modern equipment like multi facilities tractor to dig the soil. Farmers used to be dependent on natural condition and fertilizers but produce very low production.

“What we are doing today is to encourage you to continue to farm like you used to do but in a different way that will yield productive results.

She urged the beneficiaries to learn and put in practice all they were taught at the event.

Also speaking at the training, Dr Hussein Adinoyi Etudaiye, said the programme is targeted at enlightening young farmers more on modernization agriculture so as to widen their knowledge on professional and technical farming.

Agriculture is one for the key sectors targeted and funded by the Governor Yahaya Bello administration in Kogi State to unlock the economic potential of the state.

Kogi State is the leading producer of Cashew and Cassava in Nigeria and boasts of the second biggest Rice Mill in Northern Nigeria.

Gov. Bello Presidential ambition is for the youths

The Chief of Staff to Alhaji Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, Pharm. Jamiu Asuku has called on Nigerian youths to embrace and support Governor Yahaya Bello for 2023 presidency.

Asuku stated this on Saturday in Gombe when the North East chapter of Rescue Nigeria Mission (RENMISS) – a youth support group agitating for good and youthful governance converged to call on Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state to contest the 2023 Presidential election.

Asuku said the youths must began to look inward and supports their own vying for political positions in the next year general election.

The Chief of Staff said there was a need for the youths to rally around the presidential aspiration of the Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, saying he was the one that could put the country into proper shape.

He said, “Governor Yahaya Bello is the only one who will provide purposeful leadership and good governance if elected as President in the 2023 general elections.”

He said no where in the length and breadth of the country as any one place emphasis on youths in governance, “Anyone, like Governor Yahaya Bello who has given women and young people the platform to be the drivers in their own affairs, will perform well if elected into an exalted office.”

The Chief of Staff, though representing the governor said Bello presidency is one that will benefit the youths tremendously.

He said the governor aspiration is for the youths who formed the fulcrum of the country’s development fulcrum.

“I must appreciate the efforts of the various groups standing up to fight for a better Nigeria in 2023.

At this stage, we must come to the reality that their is the need to have a youthful candidate who has the capacity to lead this country out of her present challenges – Governor Yahaya Bello thicked the right boxes in this regards.”

He emphasized that the governor has also broken the barrier of ethnic jingoism in the state, and has shown himself as a pan Nigeria man in his appointment that cut across different tribal groups, coupled with the capacity he displayed in tackling insecurity.

The national Coordinator of the group A.S Damat who led other Youth leaders across the Northeast in his remark commended the Governor for his giant strides in infrastructural development, security, education, women and youth inclusiveness among several others.

They endorsed Governor Yahaya Bello as the only candidate fit and capable to lead Nigeria out of the numerous challenges been faced by the country.

The Special Adviser to Kogi state Governor on Youth and Students Affairs, Comr. Ahmadu Jibril who gave the opening remark highlighted the achievements of the Governor, from infrastructures to health, youth and women empowerment, education, security and mostly his handling of the covid 19 crisis that crumbled the world economy.

Gov. Bello signs N145.8b 2022 budget into law

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello on Wednesday signed an estimated N145.8 billion 2022 budget into law after the earlier presented budget was passed by the Kogi State House of Assembly. The governor also signed a law to repeal and reenact Kogi State Local Government audit 2020 and other matters 2021.
Governor Bello in his remarks after signing the budget into law stressed that although the year 2021 came with a lot of challenges, the new budgetary effort would be geared towards accelerating results and consolidating on the achievements in the year.
The governor stressed that the government did not intend to fall into second position in transparency rating by reputable international and national financial bodies in 2022, promising that the resources of the state would continue to be used entirely for the citizens.

He noted that his government would continue to deal decisively with issues of corruption and stem out corruption to the barest minimum, while he assured that the government would continue to be transparent in its financial dealings by showing a high level of probity and accountability.
In the area of economy, governor Bello noted that it would continue to consolidate on the administration’s infrastructural drive and also improve on security, because without security there can’t be any meaningful economic development in the state.
The governor appreciated all the respective Law enforcement agencies and the citizens who has always respond positively when the need arises, He urged the Ministry of Finance, Budget and Planning to ensure adequate implementation of all the provision of the budget
Governor Bello thanked the Speaker and all the state Assembly members for always attending to the administration’s request as promptly, noting that in Kogi state all the arms of government were having an excellent and smooth working relationship.
He stated that their official relationship have transcended into a more personal relationship which allows them to care for each other’s concerns, noting that such was the type of relationship that should exist between the arms of government.
The governor urged each and every citizen to remain vigilant while they render adequate support for the security operatives to ensure that our communities were safe.
The speaker Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mathew Kolawole while presenting the budget said the 2022 budget was speedily and diligently passed by the House of Assembly, noting that they all worked assiduously to ensure the passage of the financial appropriation within time.

He expressed gratitude to the Governor for his show of love to the state House of Assembly which has enhanced cooperation amongst the arms of government while the speaker requested ascent to the financial management bill for the legislative and judicial arm.
In his vote of thanks, the Hon. Commissioner for Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Hon. Idris Asiru thanked the Governor for performing his duty by giving the state a “SMART” budget which is derived from community inputs.
He said the revenue side of the state budget currently stands at 87% while the performance (expenditure) side stands at 85%. He said it is an achievement enabled by the governor’s support through provision of logistics and freedom to operate.
The Commissioner said going into 2022, the state aims to achieve a revenue target of 95% and expenditure side of 90%. This he stressed is achievable with teamwork and strict adherence to fiscal responsibility which the state is known for.

Yahaya Bello, Solution To Nation’s Insecurity- Vigilante Group.

Yahaya Bello, Solution To Nation’s Insecurity- Vigilante Group.

The Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) says that Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi remains the solution to Nigeria’s insecurity, as they join the call urging Bello to run for President in 2023.
The VGN made the call on Saturday when a representation of its membership from across the 36 states paid a visit to Bello at the Kogi Government Lodge in Abuja.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the VGN also presented an award to Bello for his outstanding performance in tackling insecurity and crimes in Kogi.
Dr Usman Jahun, Commander General of the VGN said the group was also calling on Bello to become President so that he can secure Nigeria same way he has secured Kogi which is the safest State in Nigeria.
Jahun also commended Bello for how well he has position the VGN, Kogi Chapter and has made them an integral part of the State’s security architecture.
“The Vigilante Group of Nigeria is a fully registered entity with all structures across the 36 states of the country where we are very present.
“We have seen all that You, Governor Yahaya Bello has done in securing Kogi State and that is why we have come to appreciate all your efforts as we see you as a hope to solving the insecurity in Nigeria.
“We want you to become President so that you can apply the same security approach you have used in Kogi that has made it the safest state in Nigeria to make Nigeria safe again,” Jahun said.
Jahun said that the group is also throwing its weight around Bello because he knows that as one who places priority on security, he would reposition the VGN for an effective service delivery.
He said that the VGN had five million members across the 36 states of the Federation, with a lot of them who are retired from all security agencies.
“We have seen what you have done with the Kogi State Vigilate Group, by paying them good salaries, training them, we want you to become President so that you can also reposition this Group across the country.
“We have five million members who are military officers, police officers, the DSS, Civil Defense Officers amongst others, when we are fully utilized, and equipped we are ready to sacrifice our lives to make sure there is peace in the country.
“The eight Assembly passed our bill, now it is before the ninth Assembly and President Muhammadu Buhari  has also tried for the Organisation.
“We are sure that when you become President, you will sign it into law for fill implementation,” Jahun said.
Jahun said that the Group had gone round the country drumming support for Bello not because it has gotten any monetary support from the governor but just because of his capabilities.
The governor appreciated the Group for recognizing his efforts and the modest achievements of the State in security and across all sector.
Bello assured the group that he will not disappoint them and other Nigerians who are calling on him to run for the 2023 Presidency.
He also urged the Group and other Nigerians to appreciate all the President Buhari had done in securing Nigeria, adding that security remained the  responsibility of every Nigerian including the VGN.
“You took it upon yourself to move round this country without a dime from me, without motivating you, without asking you to do that, without even having a prior discussion to do that.
“But because you have seen millions of Nigerians urging me to run for President of this country. you joined the multitude of Nigerians to call on me to run for Presidency in 2023.
“By the special grace of God Almighty, I will not disappoint you. It is often said and I believe that the voice of the people is the voice of God.
Bello urged the Group to collaborate with other security agencies and their state governments, same way it is being done in Kogi State.
He also warned them against listening to disgruntled politicians and those who do not have the love of Nigeria at heart.
“Please continue to organise yourselves and please cooperate with all the law enforcement agencies as usual, just like the VGN in Kogi State.
“The way they are cooperating with us there, please cooperate with every state chapter and provide adequate, effective intelligence for them to act.
“Relate with your various governors, relate with your various leaders across board, irrespective of his political affiliation, religion or irrespective of whatever he believes in, relate with them very well and let us have a peaceful Nigeria.
“And please, listen less to some politicians who are disgruntled and at an appropriate time, I want to assure you that we shall expose them so that we will never have them in positions of authorities again,” Bello said.

Governor Yahaya Bello And Security: The President We Want – GYB2PYB Ebonyi State

Governor Yahaya Bello And Security: The President We Want – GYB2PYB Ebonyi State.

Security of lives and property are the primary duty of every leader who truly have the interest of his people at heart.
In the past, Kogi State was reputed one of the criminal hideouts in Nigeria as a result of insecurity of great magnitude!
Obviously, people are now asking to know the secret of mass acceptance of Governor Yahaya Bello, the youngest and most gender-friendly Governor in Nigeria!
The is simple. Governor Yahaya Bello gives premium attention to SECURITY.
According to the South African White Paper on defence 1996, “Security is an all-encompassing condition in which individual citizen lives in freedom, peace and safety, participate fully in the process of governance, enjoy the protection and fundamental Rights, have access to resources and basic necessities of life; and inhabit an environment which is not detrimental to their health and well-being.”
Today, Governor Yahaya Bello as the most active youthful and gender-friendly Governor in Nigeria, has done well in ensuring that security of lives and property receive the attention it deserves!
Immediately His Excellency assumed office, the issues of insecurity and youth unemployment became a thing of the past; as he swung into action using the best crime control measures.
No wonder, Salem University that ranks number one among universities that produce capable criminologists and criminal justice experts is located in Kogi State!

Undoubtedly, Governor Yahaya Bello understands the importance of crime control using Social Development and not just applying reactive measures or brigadier approach that only produce little or no results!
At the moment, Nigeria in its entirety are in search of a detribalized and youthful leader, who understands the intricacies surrounding 21st century leadership, where the youth are given equal developmental opportunities, to participate actively in governance and socio-economic development.
As we intensify efforts in search of a leader who will fix Nigeria, may we thank God that Governor Yahaya Bello, the captain of the Confluence State is most ready and willing to answer the clarion call of Nigerian youth to lead us to our long awaited destination….where SECURITY, equal developmental opportunities, massive youth employment and national integration are guaranteed!
The Youth believe that if Governor Yahaya Bello becomes the President, come 2023, he will replicate his good governance model, especially in areas of SECURITY of lives and property, gender inclusion, national integration, youth development and employment among other things…
In Kogi state today, you’ll not hear of: BANDITS, Kidnapping, Herdsmen attacks, armed robbery and other social vices that truncate sustainable peace and development!!!!
Think a better Nigeria! Think Yahaya Bello!! Think peace and security!!!
Amb. Aligwe Sampson O.
(Esq)
State Coordinator,
GYB2PYB, Ebonyi State Chapter.

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