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For the first time in 19 years, a sitting President touched base in Kogi State for a good reason. Do not get me wrong. We have had Presidents visit Kogi State many times, and many other times through representatives. However, 2022 represented the first time in a very long time when, instead of seeking to…
Veterinary doctors in Kogi State have appealed to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to pay all accumulated arrears owed to them by the State Government. The Kogi State Chairman, Nigeria Veterinary Medical Association, (NVMA) Dr Tolu Omotugba made the appeal on Wednesday in Lokoja at a press conference. He said “We extend our profound gratitude to…
By Alfaki Muhammad Abd( The 24th of July,2024 was indeed a joyous,educative and fun full day for the pupils, students, parents as well as staff of Confluence Breed International School,poly quarters, Lokoja as they organized their 2rd graduation ceremony. The event which was held at the school premises in Poly Quarters ,Lokoja was well attended…
By Musa Tanimu Nasidi Ahead of October 19th 2024 Council Elections, crisis seems imminent in the ruling All Progressive Congress(APC)Lokoja local government Chapter as ward aspirants alleged that the lawmaker ( name withheld) is making moves to impose a female who is currently serving as supervisory council from the ward. An aspirant who never wanted…
Youths in Kogi State on Tuesday warned those they described as agents of destabilisation and enemies of the state, to steer clear of the Kogi Government House and desist from painting the wrong picture about the state to outsiders or face dire consequences. The warning is coming on the heels of rumours being spread that…
… Says APC will Sweep Oct. 19th Local Government election in Kogi By Alfaki Muhammad Ahead of October 19th Local Government Election in Kogi state, the state, Alhaji Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has expressed optimism that the ruling All Progressive Congress, (APC) will win all the positions in the forthcoming Local Government election in Kogi…
By Abdul Mohammed Lawal. Some individuals are so intentional about their actions that they often achieve remarkable results without seeking recognition. Their accomplishments sometimes exceed expectations, yet they remain humble, not drawing attention to their successes. Recently, I visited my alma mater, Kogi State University, Anyigba (now Prince Abubakar Audu University), and was compelled to…
By Fareedah Bala Abubakar I read a statement by some Civil Society Organizations who called out the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for allegedly shielding perceived friends of the system and unfairly persecuting those in the bad books. They made particular reference to the series of past and fresh petitions against a former Governor of…
By Dr Tom Ohikere The ongoing public brouhaha surrounding the nightclub statement credited to Senator Akpabio concerning the Kogi Central shining star, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, is a setback on democratic advancement. Recall that Senator Akpabio recently hushed Senator Natasha during a plenary session and subsequently called her attention to the rule of the house that…
By News Desk The Palace of the Onogie of Afemai, Lokoja, HRH, Alhaji Zakari Dangana has been Inaugurated. The occasion also coincided with the appointment of his Palace aides to help in the day to day running of Palace activities. Recalled that the Onogie of Afemai, Alhaji Dangana was coronated and installed by the late…
