Kogi State Governor Ododo Donates Over 500 Wheelchairs

Lokoja, Monday, January 20, 2026

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has distributed over 500 wheelchairs and other mobility aids to persons living with physical challenges across the state, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and social welfare.

The distribution ceremony, which took place at about 11:00 a.m. at the Muhammadu Buhari Square in Lokoja, attracted beneficiaries from various local government areas of the state. During the event, wheelchairs and other assistive mobility devices were presented to help improve movement, independence, and overall quality of life for recipients.

In addition to the distribution of mobility aids, Governor Ododo also presented a vehicle to the Secretary of Persons with Physical Challenges in Kogi State. The vehicle is expected to enhance coordination, advocacy, and service delivery for persons living with disabilities across the state.

The initiative was carried out through the Ohunene Foundation, a humanitarian organization founded by the wife of the governor, Hajiya Sefinat Ododo. The foundation focuses on supporting vulnerable groups, particularly persons with disabilities, women, and children, through empowerment and welfare-driven programs.

Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Ododo reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensuring that people living with physical challenges are not marginalized but are fully integrated into the social and economic life of the state.

Beneficiaries and leaders of disability associations expressed deep appreciation to the governor and the Ohunene Foundation, describing the gesture as timely and impactful. They noted that the mobility aids would significantly reduce daily challenges and promote dignity and self-reliance.
The event further highlighted the Ododo administration’s dedication to social inclusion and compassionate governance in Kogi State.