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Tuesday 25th June, 2019 From Reverton Hotel Lokoja, Kogi State. The Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly and member representing Ankpa 1 constituency, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed, with colleague Hon. Barr. Cosmos Ataboh live at the official launch of ActionAid Nigeria Project tagged "System and Structure Strengthening Approach against Radicalization to Violence Extremism" (SARVE) The Deputy Speaker who open the event with a brief welcome speech, pointed out that The best way to counter violent extremism is to prevent it, and this can be achieved through ‘soft power’, to prevent a threat driven by distorted interpretations of culture, hatred, and ignorance. He appreciate ActionAid for kick starting the phase II of the SARVE project, as this will go a long way in connecting with the people in rural areas. In his words; "I want to assure you, that Kogi State Government under the leadership of his Excellency, Alh. Yahaya Adoza Bello is ready to partner with ...

Monday 24th June, 2019 Photo news: The Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly and Member representing Ankpa 1 state constituency, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed joins Muslim faithfuls, Religious leaders, party stakeholders, sympathizers and the family to offer prayers to Late Alh. Ibrahim Linco Ocheje who passed away on Friday 21st June, 2019. The Deputy Speaker prayed to Almighty Allah to grant him Aljannatu Firdausi, and give his family the strength and fortitude to bear the loss. End.

Governor Yahaya Adoza Bello The fourth Executive Governor of Kogi State A detrabilised Governor A man who does not discriminate on basis of religion and ethnic ground. A wonderful leader and Godfearing man who cares for his people and show regards  to his party followers Despite tight schedule, you came down to Ankpa LGA to join us in the Jana'iza (Burial) prayer of our late leader, the Kogi East Elder Advisory Council chairman, Alh. Ibrahim Linco Ocheje - AILO. I say a big thank you to you, and all other dignitaries who came with you. Ankpa LGA restate its commitment once again to your success & APC in November 2019 Gubernatorial election. May the soul of our leader rest in peace. Thank you your Excellency Alh. Yahaya Bello

Thursday 20th June, 2019 The Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed has commend the Attah of Igala and chairman Kogi State council of traditional rulers, HRH Michael Idakwo Ameh Oboni, for presenting before the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed forces, President Muhammadu Buhari, very tangible demands that are in the best interest of Kogi State. The Attah, who spoke at the presidential villa in his speech, said "As royal fathers from Kogi state, under the First Class Banner across the 21 Local Government Areas of the state, we have come on a duty bound mission to bring you report on realities on ground about governance and general state of wellbeing of our dear state". He spoke extensively on the success recorded by his Excellency the Governor of Kogi State Alh. Yahaya Adoza Bello in the area of Security, Agriculture, Employment generation, infrastructural development, and his detribalized nature in managing the comple...

Tuesday 18th June, 2019 From the office of the Deputy Speaker, Kogi State House of Assembly. On behalf of the people of Ankpa One (1) State Constituency, i wish His Excellency, the Governor of Kogi State, Alh. Yahaya Adoza Bello a HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I use this opportunity to ACKNOWLEDGE AND HONOUR A GREAT LEADER, as well as a peace loving Governor whose devotion to the cause of our State is legendary. Your Excellency, you have been steadfast in defending the gains of our successful struggle to attain the best in the State thereby paving the way for the socio-economic and political development. We continue to value your courage in ongoing efforts to making sure that Kogi State becomes one of the developed states in Nigeria, and continue to have global recognition in terms of the available resources in the state such as Security, Agriculture, Tourism, etc. As you celebrate your birthday today, Ankpa 1 constituency identify with your strong will to rescue the state through the...

The Deputy Speaker of Kogi Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Mohammed has assured the people of his constituency to do everything within his power and the law in bringing new development to his constituency. He stated this during a courtesy visit paid to him by various stakeholders of his constituency in solidarity for his new office. He said his new office as the deputy speaker, was a welcome development, and a call to service which according to him, he  will use to do everything within his capacity and the law in ensuring that we get the best out of the present government. “It is time for the people of Ankpa LGA to join hands together and work as one to ensure that Governor Yahaya Bello wins comes November 2019 general election to enable him unveil more positive infrastructural projects for Ankpa LGA. The Governor has tried for our people, our Township road has been a death trap for years, but after so many calls, request and motions I moved regarding the road, today he demonstrated ...

The Onu Ankpa, HRM Alhaji Abdul Malik Umar on Friday 7th June, 2019 commended Governor Yahaya Bello for his exemplary leadership and the manner he had been piloting the affairs of the state for the benefit of the people. Speaking at his palace, where the Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly and member representing Ankpa 1 constituency, Hon. Ahmed Mohammed paid him a courtesy visit and to seek for his prayers, blessings and counsels as he begin a new legislative journey in the 7th Assembly. The royal father who had endorsed Gov Yahaya Bello for a second term in office, said they were delighted that Ankpa LGA is gradually reclaiming its long lost glory in government. He thank the Governor for finding their son (Ahmed Ahmed) worthy in all ramifications and has always come to the plight of Ankpa LGA anytime request is made. The Onu Ankpa prayed for the new Deputy Speaker for God guidance, more wisdom, and also applaud the governor for entrenching peace and good governanc...

Deputy Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly and member representing Ankpa 1 constituency, Hon. Ahmed Mohammed escape attempt on his life in his hometown Abache - Ankpa LGA. Detail later...

AS WE BRING THE JOURNEY OF THE 6TH ASSEMBLY TO AN END; By Hon. Ahmed Mohammed Today Monday 3rd June, 2019, the Sixth (6th) Kogi State House of Assembly will be winding up its legislative activities. Just like it is written in the scriptures - Everything that has a beginning has an ending. It is with a heart full of appreciation and gratitude to God that I've been able to carry out judiciously, the mandate repose on me by the people of Ankpa 1 state constituency from June 2016 - June 2019. As the 6th Assembly winds up, I have all been privileged and honored to be entrusted with the task of representing my constituency in the last three years. How time flies! The last three years have been defining for our dear constituency - Ankpa 1 in many aspects. After so many court litigations, I took over the mandate to serve my people in 2016, and we hit the ground immediately with our templates and plans. It wasn't an easy task, because after so many challenges, there were expecta...