Mr Ayoade said the appointment underscored the governor’s dedication to recognising exceptional individuals.
Mr Bello expressed the belief that Mr Ododo had all it takes to consolidate the achievements of his administration.
Mr Fagbemi was among the 45 ministers sworn in on Monday at the State House Conference Center, Abuja by President Bola Tinubu.
He said the fund was for purchasing 100,000 bags of rice, 40,000 bags of maize and fertilisers.
He emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts with other security agencies to sustain the current peace.
Mr Ododo said his administration, by the grace of God, would consolidate all the initiatives of Mr Bello in all sectors of the economy.
Governor Yahaya Bello’s government has condemned the alleged attack on the campaign office of the SDP in Kogi by hoodlums on Sunday morning.
Several politicians hitherto in the crosshairs of the ousted anti-graft chief will now enjoy their loot in sufficient confidence — unencumbered with strenuous probes and trials.
No reason was given for the termination of their appointments, which the governor was said to have approved with immediate effect.
“A Tundra branded with the logo and flags of the party also blocked the governor’s vehicle, and the occupants were armed with rifles and shotguns.”
