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A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Blessing Udo Amos (KG/24C/1374), has trained no fewer than 50 secondary school students in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, on public speaking and communication skills as part of her Community Development Service (CDS) project. The month-long initiative, tagged “The Future Forge,” was designed to build students’ self-esteem, enhance critical thinking, and improve their linguistic competence across selected schools in the state. Speaking during the grand finale of the project held at Crowther Memorial College, Lokoja, Blessing Amos said she initiated the programme to help young learners overcome challenges of self-expression and comprehension. “The project was designed to create a safe space where students can grow in confidence and communication,” she said. “My goal was to strengthen their speaking and thinking abilities while helping them believe in their voices.” Amos appreciated her sponsors and the NYS...

PROFOUND APPRECIATION I wish to express my profound appreciation to esteemed friends, colleagues, superiors, loved ones and well-wishers for the overwhelming show of love, goodwill, pleasant surprises, and priceless kindness extended to me on my 53rd birthday.  The numerous calls, text messages, prayers, thoughtful gifts and pleasant surprises I received were deeply touching and truly humbling.  Your gestures made the day remarkably memorable and filled my heart with immense joy and gratitude. Your thoughtful expressions of affection and goodwill reaffirmed the value of genuine relationships built on mutual respect and understanding. The warmth, attention and sincerity reflected in your messages and gestures spoke volumes, and I am sincerely appreciative of the time and effort you all invested to make my day special. Please, accept my heartfelt appreciation for standing by me and for making the day not just a celebration of life, but a reflection of shared friendsh...

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has assured of a fair, transparent and credible process in the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election in Ekiti State. The Governor, in a statement through his Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Ismaila Isah, promised to be fair to all stakeholders and ensure that the exercise reflects unity, peace, and internal democracy within the party. Governor Ododo emphasized that his commitment is to oversee a process that will be acceptable to all stakeholders and party members, noting that the committee under his leadership will uphold the integrity and democratic values of the APC. He assured that every stakeholder will be carried along in line with the guidelines of the party to produce a flag bearer for the forthcoming governorship election in Ekiti State. Governor Ododo, who chaired the APC Governorship Primary Election Committee in Ondo State in April 2024, expressed confidence that the Ekiti exercise will be peaceful a...

The Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Kogi State Chapter, under the leadership of its President, Dr. Yetunde Owa, in collaboration with the Civil Society for Cancer Eradication in Nigeria and the Nigerian Bar Association Women Forum (NBAWF), commemorated the 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Month with impactful activities aimed at saving lives and promoting early detection. Recognising the increasing burden of breast cancer and the importance of timely intervention, the initiative centred on advocacy, education, and accessible healthcare services.  As part of the campaign, MWAN Kogi and its partners organised a health talk titled “Understanding Breast Cancer: Prevention, Early Detection and Care.” Women were educated on breast health, risk factors, lifestyle modifications, and the importance of seeking early medical attention. Participants were also taught breast self-examination techniques and the value of regular clinical screening. ...

The Federal government has restated is commitment to strengthening healthcare institutions for advancement of healthcare delivery system in Nigeria. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako made the reaffirmation at National Orthopaedic Hospital Enugu's Matriculation and Capping Ceremony held at the hospital, recently. He stressed that the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting health training institutions across the country to enhance the quality of healthcare delivery. Represented by the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu (FUAHSE), Professor John Emaimo, the Minister congratulated the matriculating students and commended the management of the National Orthopaedic Hospital for its dedication to producing competent health professionals. Salako described the hospital as a vital partner in Nigeria’s healthcare development efforts and assured that the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare wi...

There are growing pressures on former President Goodluck Jonathan to abandon any plans to contest the 2027 presidential election, with key Niger Delta leaders reportedly urging him to instead support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid. Sources revealed that former militant leader, High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, is spearheading the campaign for Jonathan to shelve his political ambition. Tompolo is said to be leading a coalition of prominent Niger Delta figures advocating for the continuation of President Tinubu’s administration beyond 2027. The development follows a recent high-profile visit by Tompolo to Jonathan’s country home in Otuoke, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, on October 16. It marked Tompolo’s second major public appearance in over a decade. Accompanied by the Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, High Chief Kestin Pondi, and the APC’s 2023 Bayelsa deputy governorship...