Ahmed Usman Ododo
● Currently in Office📅 Tenure in Office
Ahmed Usman Ododo has been serving as governor of kogi state of Kogi State since January 27, 2024, under the APC Party.
👤 About Ahmed Usman Ododo
Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo (born 1 January 1978 in Okene, Kogi State) is a Nigerian accountant and politician serving as Governor of Kogi State since 27 January 2024. A member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), he succeeded Yahaya Bello. Ododo has a strong background in public finance and auditing, previously serving as Auditor-General for Local Government Areas. His administration emphasizes the "New Direction" continuity, rural development, security, and economic growth in the Confluence State.
📋 Personal Information
| Full name | Ahmed Usman Ododo |
| Title / Role | Governor of Kogi State |
| State | Kogi State |
| Party | APC |
| Date of birth | January 1, 1978 (48 years old) |
| Education | B.Sc Accounting, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria; MBA, University of Lagos; Professional accounting qualifications (CPA/ACA equivalent) |
| In office since | January 27, 2024 |
| Geopolitical zone | NC |
🏆 Key Achievements
Elected Governor of Kogi State 2023/inaugurated 2024. Former Auditor-General for Local Governments in Kogi State. Focused on continuity, infrastructure, security and development.
🏛 Role of the Governor of Kogi State
The Governor of Kogi State is the chief executive and head of government of the state. Under the Nigerian Constitution, the governor is elected by popular vote for a four-year term, renewable once. The governor heads the state executive council, assents to bills passed by the State House of Assembly, and directs the allocation of the state's budget and resources.
Kogi State is part of the NC geopolitical zone, with Lokoja as its capital. Ahmed Usman Ododo currently serves as governor since January 27, 2024.