Gov. Ododo Unveils First Kogi Annual Media Report, Promises Harmonious Relationship with Journalists
By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh
April 9, 2025
Lokoja, Kogi State
Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo today at Government House, Lokoja officially unveiled the maiden annual media report concerning his tremendous achievements in the last 14 months in the state.
Represented by the Secretary to Kogi State Government Dr. Folashade Arike Ayoade, Governor Ododo emphasized his administration’s commitment to good governance, transparency, and accountability.
The Governor in his words “We believe that effective governance is not just about delivering services but ensuring that our people are connected and informed every step of the way,” Governor Ododo stated.
The Annual Media Performance Report tracks and evaluates media coverage of the administration from January 2024 to January 2025, providing valuable insights into how well the government is communicating with the public and shaping perceptions.
Governor Ododo highlighted the significance of the report, saying, “This report signals a new era of communication in our administration, one that emphasizes the importance of keeping records and preserving information about how we keep our citizens well-informed and actively engaged in the process of governance.”
The report reveals that the state recorded over 6,000 media mentions across television, radio, print, and digital platforms, demonstrating the government’s commitment to transparency and continuous flow of information to the people of Kogi State and beyond.
Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Hon. Ismaila Isah, commended the governor for believing in his team and providing an enabling environment for the Teamto thrive. He stressed the importance of collaboration between the government and the media, stating, “This report symbolizes the beginning of an even more robust collaboration between the government and the media, working together to advance the development of the state, foster greater accountability, and build stronger public trust.”
Smaila further revealed that the motivation for putting the Report together was the fact that we need to measure media performance as such is the only way we can sustain consistent media improvement in the State
