TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION, EMPOWERMENT PROJECTS UNVEILED IN KOGI

It was a beehive of activities recently in Okene, Kogi State, as the DAM Foundation, a non-profit organisation, unveiled three transformative initiatives aimed at strengthening education, community development, and economic empowerment.
The event, which was witnessed by the Executive Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ahmed Ododo, also had in attendance the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi.
The unveiling underscored the Foundation’s growing role in driving people-centred development and redefining socio-economic progress in the state.
A major highlight of the occasion was the commissioning of a modern hostel facility—a landmark initiative dedicated to social welfare and dignified living—as well as the DAM Civic Centre, a state-of-the-art facility envisioned to serve as a hub for sports, community engagement, dialogue, and cultural activities.
Beyond infrastructure, the DAM Foundation also launched a comprehensive empowerment programme focused on equipping youths and small-scale entrepreneurs with essential tools, resources, and financial support. According to the Foundation, the projects represent more than physical achievements; they symbolise hope, opportunity, and a long-term commitment to building a resilient and self-reliant future for Kogi State and its surrounding communities.
The event further highlighted the importance of collaboration between government institutions and private philanthropic efforts in achieving sustainable development goals.