From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The Kogi State Coordinator of Hydro-Electric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (HYPPADEC), Engineer (Mrs) Joan Ojonugwa Oguche, has lauded the management of Kogi Poly over achievements while seeking mutual collaborations and support.
In a press statement by the Public Relation officer, Uredo Omale and made available to journalists in Lokoja said the coordinator made the disclosure while X-raying the activities of the Commission vis-a-vis the intervention on Tuesday, 24th January, 2023 at the Council Hall, Main Campus, Lokoja.
HYPPADEC, according to the statement is an establishment aimed at improving access to social services, enhancing sustainable agricultural productivity, accelerating economic growth and social values
Engr. Oguche congratulated and appreciated the Rector, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Dr. Salisu Ogbo Usman on the attainment of golden jubilee and by extension, on his recording unprecedented imprints in the anal of the institution with reforms and beautiful edifice to mark academic excellence.
She reiterated the Commission’s objectives towards harnessing both human and material resources of her catchment areas and would be willing to collaborate with the Institution in the areas of skills acquisition as part of the Commission’s goals.
Engr. Oguche reeled out the Commission’s provisions with the Institution which included Solar Power Light, Drilling of Borehole and school support programmes which the Institution has benefited from.
According to the State Coordinator, HYPPADEC is domiciled in 6 (six) states, 163 communities and the ten (10) local government areas of Kogi State which include Lokoja, Kogi/Koto, Ajaokuta, Bassa, Ibaji, Idah, Igalamela/Odolu, Ofu, Omala, and Adavi Local government areas of the state.
Reacting, the Rector, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja Dr. Salisu Ogbo Usman expressed appreciation to the State Coordinator and her delegation for identifying with the Polytechnic.
He also appreciated the Federal Government, the National Assembly, Agencies and State government in the areas of passing the Bill, assenting to the Bill and supporting the funding of the Commission, adding that the birth of HYPPADEC strengthened equity and even development of the societies.
He, however, commended Alhaji Isah Ozi Salami, HYPPADEC – North Central Commissioner for his unrelenting dedication and commitments to ensuring that Kogi State is mapped out.
Dr. Usman thanked the Commission for providing for the Institution Solar Power Light, Borehole and school support programme which had in no small way helped in addressing the issue of the porous security and social services overtime.
