The Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has approved the appointment of an additional 1,192 aides to his administration.

The latest development was confirmed in a communique issued Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Folashade Ayoade.

“The aides include Yakubu Abdulhakeem, who will serve as the Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Office for Disability, 165 Senior Special Assistants, and 36 Special Assistants.

“Others on the list approved by the governor are 574 Ward Special Assistants and 290 Local Government Special Assistants,” the statement noted.

Ododo has also approved the appointment of Alhaji Ibrahim Abdulsadiq as the Director of Protocol for the First Lady’s Office, alongside other members of the First Lady’s retinue.

The governor congratulated all the appointees, emphasizing the importance of dedicating their utmost service to the state and the broader global community.

Furthermore, Ayoade announced that all appointments would be officially effective from September 1, 2024.