OKURA STATE CREATION

Committee Submits Memorandum to National Assembly

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Iliyasu S. Yahaya
Unity Star Tv Africa
Abuja, Nigeria

In a significant step towards the creation of Okura State, the committee spearheading the initiative, led by Chief Robert Audu, the Agenyi Attah of Igala, has submitted its memorandum to the Clerk of the National Assembly.

This development marks a crucial milestone in the quest for statehood, as it fulfills one of the key requirements outlined in the Constitution.

 

 

The committee’s delegation, which accompanied Chief Audu to the National Assembly, comprised notable individuals, including:


1. DG Difri, Alfa Ibn Mustapha
2. Dr. Yakubu Ugwolawo
3. Prof. Godwin Ogbadu
4. Dr. Odaudu
5. Hon. Zak Bala
6. Mr Emmanuel Labija Oliya and
7. Hon. Salihu Ameh.

The memorandum, which was formally accepted and acknowledged by the National Assembly, outlines the rationale and justification for the creation of Okura State.

This proposed state would comprise nine local government areas in the eastern part of Kogi State, including Ankpa, Bassa, Dekina, Ibaji, Idah, Igalamela-Odolu, Ofu, Olamaboro, and Omala.

The creation of Okura State has been a longstanding demand of the people of the region, who have been advocating for greater autonomy and self-governance.

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Iliyasu S. Yahaya Founder, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer Unity Star TV Africa (UStv Africa) Limited Alh. Iliyasu S. Yahaya is a Nigerian broadcast journalist, media entrepreneur, documentary producer and Pan-African advocate. He is the Founder, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Unity Star TV Africa (UStv Africa), a Pan-African digital television network dedicated to promoting African history, culture, education, governance, business, tourism and sustainable development. With many years of experience in journalism and media production, he has built UStv Africa into a respected platform that tells authentic African stories and gives a voice to Africans across the continent and the diaspora. He holds academic qualifications in journalism and media studies, including postgraduate training from the International Institute of Journalism (IIJ), Abuja, and has participated in professional media development programmes focused on digital journalism, broadcasting and public communication. As a journalist, Alh. Iliyasu has reported extensively on national politics, governance, security, the judiciary, education and socio-economic development. Under his leadership, UStv Africa has expanded its coverage to include documentaries, exclusive interviews, cultural heritage programmes, educational content and international affairs. He is committed to strengthening African identity through responsible journalism, preserving indigenous cultures, promoting peace and unity, and creating opportunities for African voices to be heard on the global stage. Beyond broadcasting, he continues to build strategic partnerships with national and international institutions to promote quality journalism, public enlightenment and sustainable development across Africa. "Our mission is simple: to tell Africa's story through African eyes, inspire positive change, and connect the continent with the world."
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