Dr Sanusi Abdul Sanusi Responds to Good healthcare Campaign in Ankpa.

A good hospital campaign led by Mr Rilwan Hamza on Sunday morning gained the attention of many people from far and near.

The post caught the attention of Dr. Sanusi Abdul Sanusi's, and he declared a state of emergency on dilapidated Ankpa Zonal Hospital, promising to build a medical ward and renovate other buildings in honor of late brother Mohammed Kabir.

Who is Dr. Sanusi Abdul Sanusi Aka SANAN?

He's the driving force behind the beautification of Ankpa Township Stadium and the drilling of a motorized borehole at the General Hospital, Stadium, and Ankpa Main Market.

He's making waves in Ankpa, Kogi State, with his philanthropic efforts, known for his humanity and generosity, often helping those in need without seeking recognition or rewards.

Dr. Sanusi's focus is on making a positive impact, rather than seeking personal gain or praise. His actions, like gifting Adams Suleiman (Adamsy) a new bike, demonstrate his commitment to helping others without expecting reciprocation.

Many young people in Ankpa have benefited from his foundation, The Sanusi Foundation, which supports education and poverty alleviation initiatives in Kogi State.

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KOGI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY, LOKOJA
MOTION OF COMMENDATION FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN ANKPA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

The Rt. Hon. Speaker and my Distinguished Colleagues, I rise today with great honour and a profound sense of duty to move a motion of commendation in honour of 5 illustrious sons of Ankpa Local Government Area, whose remarkable and selfless contributions have continued to strengthen our communities, enhance security, foster development, and uplift the lives of our people and the wellbeing of our communities.

They are:

(i) Hon. Justice Baba Yusuf Husseini,

(ii) Engr. Dr Ismaila Amodu Mohammed,

(iii) Alh. Shehu Yakubu-Concern,

(iv) Alh. Kashim Akor, and

(v) Mallam Idris Yakubu.

These noble men stand out as shining examples of what true leadership and community service mean, even outside the corridors of political office. Mr. Speaker, Hon. Colleagues, permit me to highlight their exceptional efforts in this motion.

Whereas Hon. Justice Baba Yusuf Husseini, Chief Judge of the FCT High Court, through his leadership of the Ankpa Support Group, has spared no efforts in mobilizing resources in support of the Kogi State Government for the security agencies in Ankpa, including provision of operational vehicles and sustained monthly logistics support, thereby boosting morale and improving the overall security situation across Ankpa Local Government.

Whereas Engr. Dr. Ismaila Amodu Mohammed, Project Coordinator of Julius Berger Plc, through philanthropy and personal commitment, has personally funded critical infrastructure projects in Ankpa, including fencing of the old burial ground with solar lighting, fencing of the Muslim Eid ground, development of a new burial ground with access roads, and the construction of a 1.5km road with dual drainage to combat erosion at Ojogobi Road. These projects address both cultural heritage and modern infrastructure needs.

Whereas Alh. Shehu Yakubu-Concern, a successful entrepreneur, Managing Director and CEO of Springboard Securities Ltd., has given back directly to the society by constructing a vital access road in the Low-Cost area of Ankpa, thereby easing transportation and improving the daily lives of residents, in fact, the living conditions in that community.

Whereas Alh. Kashim Akor, former Director-General of the National Productivity Centre, Abuja, has illuminated Ankpa through the provision of solar-powered streetlights across major roads and communities (from Inter-Lona Ankpa to Ejegbo Community, Balewa Road, Taiwo Road, and Yakubu-Concern Street all the way to General hospital, Ankpa), installed transformers in various communities to improve electricity supply, and reconstructed the old Abogede Road. His interventions have improved security, facilitated economic activity and enhanced community life.

Whereas Mallam Idris Yakubu, former senior executive in the banking and aviation sectors (past General Manager in Fidelity Bank Plc, Executive Director in Skye Bank Plc and Group Managing Director of NAHCO Plc), has leveraged his positions to secure over 150 employments for indigenes of Ankpa and Kogi State, and through the Idris Yakubu Foundation has supported healthcare, education, youth and women empowerment, especially benefiting the Ikka community in Ankpa Local Government and beyond.

Observing, the Rt. Hon. Speaker and distinguished Honourable Members, that these distinguished sons of Ankpa are united not only by their success but their selflessness and love for their people, acting without expectation of political reward.

Their collective impact in security, infrastructure, energy, employment, health, and education embodies the very essence of community development.
Accordingly, supporting this motion is not just about commending individuals; it is about affirming our belief in service, in sacrifice, and in the shared responsibility of building our communities.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this Honourable House:

1. Commends Hon. Justice Baba Yusuf Husseini, Engr. Dr. Ismaila Amodu Mohammed, Alh. Shehu Yakubu-Concern, Alh. Kashim Akor and Mallam Idris Yakubu for their outstanding contributions to security, infrastructure, empowerment, and overall development in Ankpa Local Government Area.

2. Encourages other well-meaning indigenes of Kogi State to emulate their noble example of selfless community service.

3. Directs that official letters of commendation be issued to each of the distinguished individuals so recognized.

I so move.

Hon. Lawal Akus,
Member, Representing Ankpa 1 State Constituency.

PUBLIC HEALTH: HON AKUS COMMISSIONS REMODELED ANKPA SLAUGHTERHOUSE

The Honorable Member representing Ankpa1 State Constituency at Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon Akus Lawal, has commissioned the remodeled Ankpa Slaughterhouse today.

The commissioning exercise took place in two phases; while His Royal Highness, the Ejeh of Ankpa, Alh Dr Abubakar Sadiq Ahmed Yakubu led that of slaughterhouse, the Chairman of Ankpa local government, Engr Muhammed Yahaya led that of borehole respectively.

Akus was speaking during the ceremony, he thanked his constituents for their cooperation over the years, citing resilience as a major reason for the success story the constituency has recorded over the years.

It would be recalled that Ankpa local government slaughterhouse had been a source of bad smells, assailing the noses of the residents and the passers-by and blocking their fresh breath for years. However, the coming of Hon Akus has not only restored the hygiene of its surroundings, but also has created an enabling environment for the business of meat selling to thrive again.

He emphasized the need to keep a healthy environment, particularly the areas that concern food consumptions as they have direct effect on public health.

The lawmaker said his visit to the stakeholders in slaughterhouse motivated him to remodel the place with key features including complete drainage of the environment, motorized borehole, standby power plant, tarazzol slaughter arena and expanded arena for meat processing, thereby improving the hygiene of the environment.

He thanked the leaders, the management of Ankpa local government slaughterhouse who appreciated the gesture and inturn donated a cow to him, his constituents, particularly Engr Ismaila Berger for their constant support, motivation and encouragement.

He thanked His Royal Highness , the Ejeh of Ankpa and all the invitees for honoring his invitation and restated commitment to doing more for the people of Ankpa.

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The Councillor representing Enjema Ward 3 in Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nasiru Yahaya, has rehabilitated another borehole in his ward located at Aliboko-Inye in his ward.

The councillor told Arewa PUNCH that he bore all the expenses of the borehole rehabilitation from his December salary.

Our correspondent reports that this is the second borehole the Councillor will rehabilitate since his election during the last October 19, local government elections.

The borehole, which was managed by the community association, broke down about two years ago.

When contacted after the rehabilitation of the boreholes at Ogane-Inye and Ojuaka-Inye last month, the Councillor sent engineers to Aliboko-Inye to access the level of damage and what it would take to repair it to provide water for that part of his ward, especially for the festive period.

Mallam Yahaya further explained to Arewa PUNCH that
the report of the engineers indicated that the plant needed to be serviced and the replacement of the pumping machine along with the reconnection and laying of some broken pipes.

The councillor immediately released funds for the rehabilitation as soon as he received his salary for December.

In a remark after the rehabilitation, Mallam Yahaya said that what he was doing was not a show off but to do what he could within his own resources before drawing the attention of the Chairman of Ankpa Local Government , Engineer Ademu Muhammed Yahaya and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to the numerous needs of his ward.

The Gago of Aliboko-Inye, Chief Damale, said his joy knew no bounds as he least expected that the Councillor would respond so quickly to repair works needed for the borehole.

He vowed that the residents of the area would be vigilant henceforth to protect the borehole from vandals.

Similarly, APC supporters from the community praised the Councillor for the gesture, saying that he has made them proud.

They said the rehabilitation of the borehole was an impetus for continued support for the party.

Credit: Punch Newspapers

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Congratulations Brother Suleiman Sanusi (SS).
Join on 26th December, 2014 at Zaria Road Ankpa, Kogi State Inshallah.

This evening, the Kogi FA Chairman, Hassan Wada appeared on AIT News Hour to discuss Ademola Lookman's chances of Winning the Award for the 2024 African Footballer of the Year.
I tipped him to win the award based on his superlative performances for club and country, over the past couple of years.
Congratulations to Ademola Lookman for doing Nigeria Proud on the International Stage.

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OMOH! IT IS 9 YEARS AGO ALREADY🥹

November 22, 2015, feels just like yesterday. I was just a young junior secondary school student in Akwanga, full of curiosity and a budding interest in politics, both at the national level and Kogi State

The 2015 Kogi State gubernatorial election was a showdown between Captain Idris Wada and Prince Abubakar Audu ... I still vividly remember catching a glimpse of Prince Audu in 2015 during the APC/AlMakura Gubernatorial Mega Rally in Central Pilot school Akwanga. Even though I couldn’t get close to him because of the heavy security around the VIP canopy, I was confident it was him It was a surreal moment for me, a young boy far from home but already captivated by the politics of Kogi

Back then, APC was still a relatively new party, but I had already fallen in love with its ideology. As the November 2015 Kogi election drew closer, the political tension in the air was palpable. Social media was buzzing with complaints about the incumbent, Governor Idris Wada, and there was so much hope that Audu would bring the change the people desperately needed

I closely followed the APC primaries on August 30, 2015. When the results came in, Audu secured 1,009 votes while Yahaya Bello, a surprising new contender, scored 703.... The numbers were impressive, but Audu’s victory felt inevitable... I believed he was the right man for the job, and from my little corner in Akwanga, I prayed for his success

Fast forward to election day, November 21, 2015. I watched it live on Channels TV as Prince Audu stepped out to cast his vote, dressed elegantly in his signature attire. Excitement filled the air – APC was on the verge of making history in Kogi State But, oh, the struggle of following updates! NEPA’s light was as unreliable as ever, and I had to rely on my trusty Nokia Express Music to stay connected , flipping between Facebook and 2go for live updates... Here, I don't know Twitter yet

Then came November 22, 2015, the day that began with so much hope but ended in heartbreak. As collation results trickled in, APC was leading, and victory seemed assured . But suddenly, the unthinkable happened. News broke that Prince Abubakar Audu had passed away🥹 "Oh are you sure? This must be fake news,” I thought. Just yesterday, we watched him vote on TV. It couldn’t be true! But as the hours passed, the devastating confirmation came... The man who was on the verge of making history was no more

That Sunday turned black for Kogi State and Nigeria as a whole. The dream was shattered, and the loss was immeasurable

Today, nine years later, we still remember Adoja Prince Abubakar Audu for his service, his leadership, and the hope he gave to Kogi people.

May his soul continue to rest in perfect peace. Ameen

BREAKING: The Supreme Court has dismissed the lawsuit filed by several state governments that questioned the constitutionality of the legislation that established the EFCC, ICPC and NFIU.

The initial lawsuit was filed by the Attorney General of Kogi State, and subsequently, additional states joined in filing comparable lawsuits, with the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) named as the sole defendant.