Kogi Youth Leaders Hail Ododo Over 100% Rise In Monthly Subvention
By Faith Adikeh
Youth and student leaders in Kogi State has commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for approving a 100 per cent increase in the monthly subvention to youth and student organisations in the state.
The leaders described the decision as a major boost to youth participation in governance, and a clear demonstration of the administration’s commitment to youth development.
They made the commendation on Tuesday during a press conference held at the OJN Foundation Secretariat, Zone 8 Roundabout, Lokoja.
According to the leaders, the increased subvention will strengthen the operations of beneficiary organisations and improve their capacity to implement programmes on student welfare, leadership development, policy advocacy and community engagement.
Speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Youth and Student Matters, Oladele John Nihi, said the approval reflects the Ododo administration’s commitment to supporting young people and strengthening youth-focused institutions.
He noted that the increase would help address operational challenges facing youth and student organisations, while enabling them to play more effective roles in policy advocacy, student welfare and community development.
Nihi added that the intervention shows the administration’s recognition of the importance of youth participation in governance.
In their separate remarks, the youth and student leaders expressed appreciation to the Governor for the approval and pledged to ensure that the additional support is managed transparently and accountably.
They also called on members across the state to maintain constructive engagement with the government and remain committed to initiatives that promote peace, unity and development.
The leaders further urged the state government to sustain policies and programmes focused on student welfare, youth empowerment and inclusive governance.
They reaffirmed their support for the Ododo administration, noting that continued investment in youth institutions would improve their ability to represent their members and contribute meaningfully to the development of Kogi State.
The press conference was attended by presidents and executives of the National Association of Kogi State Students (NAKOSS), National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC), National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Kogi State Chapter, Nigeria Youth Congress (NYC), Association of Nigerian Female Students (ANFS), Kogi State Chapter, Kogi State Youth Parliament and other youth groups.
