'Seun Ibukun-Oni, Abuja
DAILY COURIER — The Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has lauded the professional excellence of Lugard TV, acknowledging the media outlet's significant role in maintaining high standards and meeting the expectations of the people of the state. The commendation came during the Governor’s recent tour of the Government House Media Centre, which houses Lugard TV, marking his second visit to the facility.
Governor Ododo, who was accompanied by Honourable Leke Abejide, the member representing Yagba Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, and several commissioners and top government officials, expressed his satisfaction with the media team’s operations. The Governor highlighted the team's dedication, professionalism, and commitment to delivering quality content, which has helped to effectively communicate the government’s policies and programmes.
"I am thoroughly impressed with the level of professionalism exhibited by the staff at Lugard TV. They have proven themselves to be highly capable of delivering top-notch content that helps to propagate the policies and vision of our administration to the people," Governor Ododo remarked.
He further emphasized the importance of local media institutions like Lugard TV in ensuring the dissemination of accurate and timely information, thereby enhancing transparency and fostering public trust in the state’s governance.
Also speaking during the visit, Honourable Leke Abejide echoed the Governor’s sentiments, noting that Lugard TV has played an invaluable role in promoting the state’s development agenda. He commended the media outlet for its dedication to excellence and underscored its importance in keeping the public informed about the strides being made by the government.
“The work being done by Lugard TV is commendable. They are crucial to ensuring that the people of Kogi State are well-informed about the various developmental efforts of this administration,” said Abejide.
The visit, according to insiders, served as a morale booster for the staff of Lugard TV, reinforcing the state government’s commitment to supporting and developing local media institutions. With Governor Ododo’s continued support, Lugard TV is poised to further enhance its operations and contribute significantly to the growth of the state's media landscape.
This visit underscores the Ododo administration's commitment to transparency and effective communication, with local media outlets playing a vital role in ensuring that the state's progress is clearly communicated to its citizens.