KOGI STATE GOVERNOR APPOINTS PROMINENT YOUTH LEADER, SAMUEL KADIRI AS SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT

KOGI STATE GOVERNOR APPOINTS PROMINENT YOUTH LEADER, SAMUEL KADIRI AS SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT

By Gambo Jagindi
November 05, 2025

In a move to further empower young people, Kogi State Governor Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo has appointed prominent youth leader and Managing Director of Oladele John Nihi Foundation, Mr. Samuel Kadiri, as Senior Special Assistant on Grassroot Mobilisation. This appointment underscores Governor Ododo’s commitment to youth-inclusive governance and human capacity building in the state.

As the youngest governor in Nigeria, Ododo has consistently demonstrated his dedication to empowering young people and involving them in governance. Kadiri’s appointment is expected to strengthen grassroots mobilization efforts and promote youth participation in Kogi State’s development.

Aluta News reports that Kadiri’s experience as a youth leader and his passion for community development make him an ideal fit for this role. His appointment is a testament to Governor Ododo’s vision for a more inclusive and youth-driven governance in Kogi State .