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Kogi Government Hands Over Sites for Critical Infrastructure Construction at Prince Abubàkar University Teaching Hospital Anyigba (Photos)

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The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, represented by the Commissioner of Health, Dr. Adams Abdulazeez Adeiza, has officially handed over sites for the construction of critical infrastructure at the Prince Abubàkar Audu University Teaching Hospital Anyigba.

The projects include the construction of new classrooms, a library, a multipurpose medical laboratory, consultant offices, and the renovation of the existing clinical laboratory.

The governor emphasized that these facilities will enhance the institution’s capacity to deliver quality training to medical and allied health students, restore lost accreditations, and expand medical research and healthcare services.

The governor recalled the setback of losing accreditation for medical student training in 2015 but celebrated the success of students who graduated despite the challenges.

He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to consolidating achievements and investing in projects that touch lives, drive development, and secure a brighter future for Kogi State citizens.

The governor urged the host communities to take ownership of public infrastructure, protect them, support government initiatives, and collaborate with contractors. He directed contractors to deliver quality work within the stated timeline in 2025.

The vice Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Prof. Marietu Tenuche, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Governor for his commitment to human capital development in the health sector.

The university is set to receive new classrooms, a library, multipurpose medical laboratory, consultant offices, and a renovated existing clinical laboratory.

Prof. Tenuche described this development as a “long dream come true” and highlighted the university’s efforts to revive the MBBS program, which was stopped in 2012. The university has introduced programs like Nursing Science, BSc Anatomy, BSc Physiology, BSc Medical Science Laboratory, and BSc Pharmacology to support the MBBS program.

The Vice Chancellor praised the pioneer medical students who excelled in other universities after losing accreditation for the MBBS program. For instance, three students from the University won 18 out of 20 awards, showcasing the potential of the university’s students.

She attributed the previous inability to commence the MBBS program to the lack of a teaching hospital, which was addressed by the provision of the Prince Abubakar Audu University Teaching Hospital by the state government.

Prof. Tenuche commended the Honorable Commissioner for Health for his commitment and focus on the project. Dr. Abdulazeez Adams visited the university, assessed the facilities, and assured the Vice Chancellor that the governor would provide the necessary support.

The swift action by the governor’s office, with engineers assessing the site just two days after the commissioner’s visit, demonstrates the government’s dedication to improving healthcare in Kogi State.

The Vice Chancellor thanked the governor and the commissioner for their support, citing the importance of healthcare in economic development, as “health is wealth.” The event marks a significant milestone in the university’s pursuit of reviving its medical programs and enhancing healthcare delivery in the state.¹


The Acting Chief Medical Director of Prince Abubakar University Teaching Hospital, Dr. Nayo Anthony, expressed gratitude to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for his commitment to healthcare development in Kogi State. He praised the governor for building on the legacy of his predecessor, Yahaya Adoza Bello, who initiated the medical school project.

The new infrastructure will enhance the hospital’s capacity to provide quality healthcare and support the medical program.

Dr. Oladele highlighted the hospital’s progress, including receiving medical consumables and equipment, expanding specialized treatment services, and establishing a functional histopathology lab.

The state government has also built an oxygen plant, which will supply oxygen to the hospital and other healthcare facilities in the local government area. Additional projects to set for construction include:
A Dialysis Center, Soon to be flagged off, to address the need for specialized care others are Maternal and Newborn Care Program in Partnership with National Health Insurance to provide care for vulnerable population equally Free Pre-Pregnancy Services would be made Available at PAUTH and other general hospitals in Kogi State

The Chief Medical Director commended the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adams Abdulaziz, for identifying key healthcare challenges in Kogi State, including infrastructural gaps and personnel needs.

The ongoing project aims to address these issues by building infrastructure and producing skilled healthcare professionals. With these developments, the hospital is poised to deliver improved healthcare services, aligning with Governor Ododo’s initiative to revamp primary healthcare centers across the state.

Also speaking, The Provost of the School of Medicine, Dr. Akogu Simon, expressed joy and gratitude to the government and the university’s leadership for their commitment to the project. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Marietu Tenuche, has been instrumental in driving the project forward, and her leadership has paid off with the realization of the MBBS program.

The project is expected to improve healthcare delivery in Kogi State and provide opportunities for students to pursue medical education he asserted.

The Executive Chairman of Dekina Local Government, Hon. Urah John, expressed gratituder to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for fulfilling his promise to bring the project to life. The project is expected to add value to the health sector in Kogi State,r and the local government pledges its loyalty and support to the governor’s administration.

Hon. John also appreciated the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdulazeez Adams Adeiza , and the management of Prince Abubakar Audu University, led by Vice Chancellor Professor Marietu Tenuche, for their efforts in making the project a reality.

The member representing Dekina/Biraidu constituency and chairman House committee one Health, Hon. Usman Ochidi expressed gratitude and joy, feeling vindicated after some people doubted the establishment of another investmentrd in the university.

He commended the governor for bringing life to the project, which will provide an enabling environment for medical students to be accredited. This development will add value to the health sector in Kogi State.

He noted that within the next 7-8 years, Kogi State will have a significant number of medical doctors, addressing the current shortage. The state government has announced plans to employ over 200 medical doctors, and this project will help meet that need. Hon. Ochidi praised the governor’s leadership and policy decisions, which are expected to make Kogi State a hub for medical education and healthcare delivery.

The Eje Dekina, Alhaji (Dr). Usman Obaje, represented by Alhaji Abu Shaibu Okolo, the Ogohi Onu Anyigba welcomed the Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, to Prince Abubakar Audu University. He expressed gratitude to the governor for supporting the university’s development.

The traditional ruler praised the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Marietu Tenuche, for her leadership and dedication to the university’s growth.

He acknowledged the governor’s role in providing a conducive environment for the university to thrive and appreciated his support for the institution’s development projects.

A representative of the the contractors, Zach Uhiani and Afan Nigeria Limited, anticipated completing the project before the end of the year.

“We are committed to meeting the expectations of the governor and commissioner, ensuring the laboratory’s excellence and functionality in line with the state’s healthcare development goals.”

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VIDEO: Tears As Students’s Hostel Collapses

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A building collapse occurred at Pentagon Lodge near the Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ikwo, Ebonyi State on Friday.

Students witnessed the incident, with one student captured on video expressing concern over the lodge’s collapse, saying, “See my lodge is falling, all my properties are inside.

”A video clip of the incident, seen by Naija News House , showed the moment the three-storey building collapsed.

As of the time of filing this report, it was not clear whether there were causalities as details of the collapse are still emerging.

A student, also said that students in that particular lodge had earlier noticed the cracks on the walls and some had already moved out of the facility before the collapse.

“Only properties inside the building are likely those of students that traveled out of the town,” the source said.

Recently there were reports of building collapses in Ebonyi State, including a three-storey building under construction near the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital.

In the construction building collapse, two persons were trapped and later rescued, with one labourer escaping due to stepping out to wash his hands before the collapse.

Sequel to the building collapses, the Ebonyi State government had established a special investigative committee to determine the causes of such incidents and prevent future occurrences.

The committee’s findings and recommendations aim to improve building standards and enforcement in the state.

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FG denies 12 Years Minimum Entry Age Into JSS1

Boriowo urged the public and education stakeholders to disregard any contrary claims.

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The Federal Government has debunked a report claiming that the minimum age for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) has been raised to 12 years.

The Ministry of Education Director of Press, Folasade Boriowo, made this known via a statement issued on Friday, July 25, 2025.

Boriowo said the report was inaccurate, noting that it did not come from any official source and did not reflect government policy.Boriowo stated: “For the avoidance of doubt, the minimum age for admission into JSS1 remains 10 years.

“No child should complete primary education below the age of 10.”

Boriowo urged the public and education stakeholders to disregard any contrary claims.

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NGE Mandates Media Organizations to set up fact-check desks in the newsroom to Fight Fake News

During the workshop, the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr Gautier Mignot and the NGE President, Mr. Eze Anaba, said that newsroom managers should acquire the skills and tools for fact-checking as a way to arrest fake news, misinformation and disinformation.

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Editors under the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have resolved today to henceforth set up a fact-check desk in their various newsrooms as a measure to tackle fake news, misinformation and disinformation.

The decision was reached on the occasion of a one-day workshop organised by the European Union (EU) NGE in Lagos on Thursday.

The editors said that having a Fact-Check Desk would help media organisations verify news hints, with the view to publishing only accurate information.

Other key decisions taken at the end of the workshop include:

Media organizations should organise trainings for their newsroom managers and line editors on fact-checking.

The Guild should set up disinformation counter groups across its zonal structures, ahead of the 2027 general election.

Media organizations should collaborate and reach out to each other to verify information.

Media organisations should look at the quality of their Online Editors to ensure that experienced and well-grounded journalists man the position.

The Guild should use other of its bigger platforms to address issues bordering on fake news, misinformation and disinformation.

During the workshop, the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr Gautier Mignot and the NGE President, Mr. Eze Anaba, said that newsroom managers should acquire the skills and tools for fact-checking as a way to arrest fake news, misinformation and disinformation.

Mignot said that the EU was taking a multi-pronged approach to address the threats posed by misleading information, which he described as a “danger to democracy and public trust.

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