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• 07 Mar, 2026

Yahaya Adoza Bello, former Governor of Kogi State, has been credited with driving significant development across key sectors of the state's economy during his tenure. Speaking on the administration's achievements, Hon. Muktar Bajeh, former Chief Whip and Member representing Okehi Constituency in the Kogi State House of Assembly (KGHA), highlighted what he described as a focused and people-oriented leadership that improved the quality of life for citizens. According to Hon. Bajeh, the Bello administration recorded remarkable progress in infrastructure, education, agriculture, healthcare, and security. Infrastructure Development The administration undertook massive infrastructural renewal across the three senatorial districts, including: Construction and rehabilitation of major highways Completion of the iconic Ganaja Flyover -- the state's first major urban flyover Extensive upgrade of township roads in Lokoja metropolis Expansion of rural feeder roads connecting farming communities Construction of strategic bridges to enhance intra-state mobility Education Education received unprecedented attention, with nearly 30% of the state budget reportedly allocated to the sector. Key milestones include: Establishment of Confluence University of Science and Technology Establishment of Kogi State University Introduction of the Kogi State Education Strategic Plan (SESP) Construction and rehabilitation of over 600 basic education schools Establishment of GYB Model Science Secondary Schools Implementation of free education from primary to secondary levels Payment of WAEC, NECO, and JAMB examination fees for students Agriculture The administration strengthened food production and agribusiness development through: Expansion of fisheries and aquaculture programs Provision of farm inputs and improved seedlings Healthcare Healthcare delivery was enhanced through strategic investments, including: Construction of a 250-bed Reference Hospital in Okene Upgrade of Idah General Hospital to Zonal Hospital status Construction of new general hospitals across the state Launch of the Bello Health Intervention Programme Security and Governance On security, Hon. Bajeh noted that the administration took proactive measures to safeguard lives and property, including: Establishment of the Kogi State Vigilante Service Strategic collaboration with the Nigeria Police and Armed Forces Hosting of the Nigerian Navy Ship Lugard base Establishment of security checkpoints across flashpoints Reduction in kidnapping and armed robbery incidents Hon. Muktar Bajeh emphasized that these achievements reflect a deliberate and sustained commitment to repositioning Kogi State for growth, stability, and long-term development. - Hon. Muktar Bajeh Former Member Representing Okehi Constituency Former Chief Whip, Kogi State House of Assembly (KGHA) Source: https://kogireports.com/kogi-state-sees-transformative-change-under-yahaya-bellos-leadership-hon-muktar-bajeh/