The Kogi State Government has approved a sum of N8 billion for infrastructural development at the newly established Kogi State University, Kabba (KOSUK).
The state’s Commissioner for Education, Wemi Jones revealed that the state Governor Ahmed Ododo approved this during an interview with newsmen in Lokoja on Saturday.
The funds will be allocated for the construction of critical facilities at the university, including the Senate building, Faculty of Science, and male and female hostels.
She revealed that Contractors have been mobilised to the sites, and construction works are expected to begin within the next two weeks.
The Kogi State Government has reiterated its dedication to advancing the education sector through substantial investments and policy commitments
“Kogi State Government has been servicing education very monumentally, and the present administration of Gov. Ahmed Ododo is resolved to maintain and surpass the budgetary allocation of 30% to education,” Jones remarked
He added that Governor Ododo, a former member of Bello’s administration, remains steadfast in prioritizing the education sector to advance development in the state
