Former State Legislator Applauds Governor Usman Ododo’s Proactive Security Strategy and Infrastructure Developments in Kogi State

Former lawmaker Ododo Idoko commends Kogi Governor Usman Ododo for tackling banditry, building a new army battalion, and improving worker welfare in 2026.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 18, 2026, 5:34 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from THISDAY

Legislative Veteran Scores Administration High on Public Safety

In a recent dialogue with journalists in Lokoja, Ododo Idoko, who represented the Dekina/Biradu state constituency from 2015 to 2023, offered a robust defense of Governor Usman Ododo’s leadership style. Idoko emphasized that the current administration has successfully transitioned Kogi State from a region once notorious for the activities of bandits and kidnappers into a more secure territory. He attributed this shift to the high sense of responsibility displayed by the state government in its seamless collaboration with federal security agencies to preemptively neutralize emerging threats.

Strategic Military Infrastructure Bolsters Security in Kogi East

A key component of the governor’s security roadmap is the ongoing construction of the 21st Battalion of the Nigerian Army in Kogi East. Idoko noted that the military has already taken an active charge in the zone, significantly reducing the security threats that previously plagued local communities. This permanent military presence is viewed as a long-term solution to rural insecurity, providing a rapid response capability that was previously lacking in the eastern senatorial district.

Preemptive School Closures and Intelligence Sharing Credited

The former lawmaker specifically praised the governor’s rapid response to intelligence reports concerning potential bandit attacks. Recently, the Kogi State government ordered the temporary closure of schools following security alerts involving both Kogi and Kwara States. Idoko pointed out that the subsequent security incidents in Kwara communities validated the governor’s cautious approach, proving that the administration's preemptive measures likely saved lives and prevented similar incursions within Kogi’s borders.