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From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja
Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi state over the weekend broke the jinx as he made move to establish a state owned television 33 years after the creation of the state.
The governor made this historic move when the State Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pora Films on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for the establishment of the first state-owned Television Station.
The Secretary to the Kogi State Government (SSG), Dr Folashade Ayoade, who represented the governor on the occasion,formally signed the MoU
In her remarks, Ayoade described the feat as “historic moment” that would transform the media landscape of Kogi State.
“The signing of this MoU between the Kogi State Government and Pora Films marks the beginning of a new era; one that will establish the first state-owned TV station in our over 33 years of existence.
“For many years, Kogi remained the only state in Nigeria without its own television station.
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“Today, under the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the Chief Servant of Kogi State, that gap is being bridged.
“This project is not just about broadcasting; it is about telling the Kogi story, showcasing our culture, promoting investment opportunities, and giving our state the global visibility it deserves.
“We recognize the critical role of our technical partners, Pora Films, whose expertise will be instrumental in actualizing this ambitious project,” Ayoade said.
The SGS expressed full confidence in the capacity of Pora films to deliver a world-class television station that would place Kogi on the national and international media map.
Ayoade stressed that TV station would not just be for information dissemination but a strategic tool to drive development and investment.
She urged the information ministry to play a pivotal role in coordinating and midwifing the processes leading to the successful launch of Kogi TV.
