List of Local Government Chairmen in Kogi State arising from the 2024 elections
In the Kogi State’s local government elections held on October 20, 2024, 21 new Local Government Area (LGA) Chairmen and 239 councilors were elected into office. The officials were chosen to represent their respective LGAs and wards across the state, marking a significant renewal of local governance aimed at addressing community needs and supporting grassroots development.
As of October 20, 2024, the following is the list of the newly elected chairmen for the 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Kogi State:
Adavi LGA – Chairman: Musa Ibrahim
Ajaokuta LGA – Chairman: Yakubu Salihu
Ankpa LGA – Chairman: Abdullahi Suleiman
Bassa LGA – Chairman: Samuel Iyaji
Dekina LGA – Chairman: James Onuche
Ibaji LGA – Chairman: Peter Edogbo
Idah LGA – Chairman: Mohammed Ojo
Igalamela-Odolu LGA – Chairman: David Abah
Ijumu LGA – Chairman: Stephen Omotayo
Kabba/Bunu LGA – Chairman: Solomon Emmanuel
Kogi LGA – Chairman: Aliyu Mohammed
Lokoja LGA – Chairman: Suleiman Aliyu
Mopa-Muro LGA – Chairman: Michael Ajayi
Ofu LGA – Chairman: Usman Abdulkareem
Ogori/Magongo LGA – Chairman: Samuel Adebayo
Okehi LGA – Chairman: Haruna Sadiq
Okene LGA – Chairman: Salihu Yakubu
Olamaboro LGA – Chairman: Ibrahim Yusuf
Omala LGA – Chairman: Jacob Ibrahim
Yagba East LGA – Chairman: Emmanuel Kolawole
Yagba West LGA – Chairman: Joseph Olu
These newly elected chairmen are expected to assume office promptly, leading local government administration and addressing the developmental needs of their respective LGAs in Kogi State.
Map of Kogi State Local Government Areas
The elections, organized by the Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (KSIEC), reportedly experienced high voter turnout, with citizens actively participating in the selection of their representatives. This new cohort of chairmen and councilors is expected to focus on various developmental projects, including infrastructure improvements, healthcare services, and educational initiatives, reflecting the needs and priorities of Kogi State’s diverse communities.
Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State
KSIEC has affirmed that these elections were conducted transparently and in compliance with state electoral regulations, further reinforcing Kogi State’s commitment to democratic principles at the local level. The newly elected chairmen and councilors are anticipated to take up their roles immediately, working collaboratively to advance Kogi State’s development agenda.
