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…Says Ododo’s Government Means Well for Kogi State
The Chief of Staff to the Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ali Bello, has conducted an unscheduled inspection of the ongoing construction of the proposed Kogi International Airport in Lokoja, assuring that the project will be completed in a timely manner.
The inspection was aimed at assessing the progress of work at the project site and reaffirming the state government’s commitment to the delivery of critical infrastructure under the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo.
During the visit, the Chief of Staff and his team were taken round the project site by Engineer Sun, who represented the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), the company handling the airport project. Engineer Sun provided the team with an overview of the ongoing construction activities and the progress recorded so far.
Speaking during the inspection, Ali Bello reiterated the commitment of the Ododo administration to the successful completion of the project, stressing that the government means well for the people of Kogi State and is determined to implement projects that will improve their lives and strengthen the state’s economic prospects.
He noted that the proposed international airport is a strategic infrastructure investment that will open up Kogi State to greater economic opportunities, facilitate the movement of people and goods, attract local and international investors, and stimulate commercial activities across the state.
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According to him, the administration remains focused on delivering projects that will have lasting positive impacts on the people, adding that the airport, when completed, will be a significant addition to the state’s infrastructure and a catalyst for economic development.
The Chief of Staff’s unscheduled visit also underscored the government’s commitment to monitoring ongoing projects and ensuring that contractors remain focused on delivering their responsibilities in line with the administration’s development priorities.
He expressed confidence in the state’s development agenda, maintaining that Governor Ododo is committed to building a stronger and more prosperous Kogi State through strategic investments in infrastructure and other critical sectors.
The proposed Kogi International Airport is expected to enhance the state’s connectivity, boost investment opportunities, facilitate trade and tourism, and create employment opportunities for residents.
The Ododo administration has continued to prioritise infrastructure development as part of its broader commitment to economic growth, improved livelihoods and sustainable development across Kogi State.
