Ododo flagged off the cash grants to the beneficiaries at the Banquet Hall, Government House Lokoja, the state capital.
The beneficiaries cut across all the 21 Local Government Areas of the state.
According to Ododo, the cash distribution marks a significant milestone in the lives of the women and youths of the state, towards a more equitable and prosperous livelihood.
The governor, who was represented by his deputy, Joel Oyibo, said the empowerment was in collaboration with the World Bank under the Kogi State Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus.
He said the livelihood support grants through the state Grant Transfer Delivery platform, were designed to provide cushioning effects for the vulnerable individuals and households.