Kogi Govt Hails Ekinrin Adde Community Over N750m Development Fund

The Kogi State government has lauded the Ekinrin Adde community for its commitment to development, particularly following the inauguration of a N750 million fund-raising initiative. The funds are earmarked to tackle infrastructure challenges at the grassroots level, reflecting the community's determination to drive progress.

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The governor lauded the resilience and determination to urge development, adding that the government can not do it alone without support from rural communities.

Governor Usman Ododo, represented by his deputy Joel Oyibo, praised the community's resilience during the 33rd Ekinrin Adde Day celebration. He emphasized the importance of rural community support in development efforts, stating the government cannot achieve progress alone. The event also served as a platform to promote unity and celebrate the community's identity.

Ola Awakan, Director General of the National Tourism Development Agency (NTDA), highlighted the potential of the cultural day celebration for economic diversification. He announced the Ekinrin Adde Day Cultural Festival's inclusion in the National Tourism calendar, recognizing its significance for cultural tourism.

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cultural tourism will not be considered without enlisting Ekinrin Adde Cultural day.

During the celebration, the community also honored several distinguished individuals with traditional chieftaincy titles. Among the recipients were the Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, Governor Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State, and veteran journalist Babajide Otitoju. Otitoju, an indigene of Ekinrin Adde and anchor of TVC's "Journalist Hangout," expressed gratitude for the highest honor, the grand star award, noting the surprise and the community's unity of purpose.

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the honour came as a surprise, stressing that despite being the chairman of the planning committee they kept the information to themselves until today.