#KOGEtoken Here are some of the latest news updates from Kogi State, Nigeria ¹ ² ³:
- *Infrastructure Development*: The Kogi State Government has approved N1.5 billion for the construction of a new secretariat complex in Lokoja, expected to be completed within 18 months.
- *Education*: Plans are underway to establish new educational institutions, including:
- *New University*: A University of Technology to offer programs in engineering, technology, and related fields.
- *New Polytechnic*: A polytechnic in Okene to offer courses in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
- *New University of Agriculture*: A university to offer programs in agriculture, animal husbandry, and related fields.
- *Healthcare*: The state government plans to:
- *Upgrade Primary Healthcare Centers*: Improve healthcare services by upgrading existing centers and establishing new ones.
- *New General Hospital*: Construct a new general hospital in Anyigba to provide quality healthcare services.
- *Youth Empowerment*: A N500 million youth empowerment scheme has been launched to provide training and financial support to young entrepreneurs.
- *Agriculture*: The government plans to:
- *Distribute Fertilizers*: Provide 10,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers to boost agricultural production.
- *Microfinance Scheme*: Launch a N500 million microfinance scheme for small-scale farmers.
- *Security*: The state government plans to establish a vigilante group to combat crime and maintain law and order.
- *Road Construction*: Plans are underway to construct 10 new roads across the state to improve transportation and boost economic activities.
- *Housing*: The government plans to construct 10,000 housing units in Lokoja, expected to be completed within three years.