Ahmed Usman Ododo

Ahmed Usman Ododo (born 7 February 1982) is a Nigerian accountant and politician who has served as the governor of Kogi State since 2024. He is a member of the All Progressives Congress.

Before he was elected governor of Kogi state, he served as the auditor-general for local governments in Kogi State, overseeing the financial audit of local government councils in the state.

Education and early career
Ododo studied Accounting at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and got his PhD from the University of Lagos. He was appointed Auditor general for local government by Governor Yahaya Bello.