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Gov. Ododo appoints deputy as Kogi Human Capital Development Council chair

The SSG said the appointment followed the reconstitution of the Human Capital Development Council in accordance with established guidelines.

• November 28, 2024
Ododo with Joel Salifu
Ododo with Joel Salifu

Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi has appointed his deputy, Joel Salifu, as the chairman of the state Human Capital Development Council (HCDC).

This is contained in a statement signed by Arike Ayoade, Secretary to the Government of Kogi, on Wednesday in Lokoja.

The SSG said the appointment followed the reconstitution of the Human Capital Development Council in accordance with established guidelines.

“Other members appointed to the council include the Commissioner of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Mr Idris Asiru, Commissioner of Health, Dr Adams Abdulzeez, and Commissioner of Education, Mr Wemi Jones.

“Also appointed are Monday Anyebe, Commissioner of Youth and Sports, Fatima Momoh, Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, and Dr Danni Ozomata, who will serve as the Focal Person and Secretary of the Council,” Ms Ayoade said.

She said the appointments take immediate effect.

(NAN)

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