Governor Ododo authorizes appointment of 1,192 special assistants

In a significant and unprecedented decision, Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo has authorized the appointment of 1,192 new aides to bolster his administration. This major development was announced by Dr. Folashade Ayoade, the Secretary to the State Government.

According to the statement, the new appointees include Yakubu Abdulhakeem, who has been designated as the Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Office for Disability. Additionally, the appointments consist of 165 Senior Special Assistants and 36 Special Assistants. The list also features 574 Ward Special Assistants and 290 Local Government Special Assistants.

In a related update, Governor Ododo has also approved the appointment of Alhaji Ibrahim Abdulsadiq as the Director of Protocol for the First Lady’s Office, along with a number of other aides.

The Governor extended his congratulations to all the newly appointed individuals and encouraged them to deliver their best service to both the state and its people. All appointments are set to take effect from September 1, 2024, as stated by Dr. Ayoade.