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Appraising Mutfwang’s Engagement with Ex-Governors Over Insecurity in Plateau

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By Thompson Yamput The rising attacks in rural communities of the once peaceful, homely, and hospitable Plateau call for urgent, strategic, and lasting solutions. The carnages, pains, and sorrows brought upon the peaceful and loving people of Plateau demand drastic action and measures to put a stop. It’s on record that several communities in Riyom, Barkin-Ladi, Bokkos, Mangu, Bassa, Wase, Kanam Local Government Areas (LGAs) have been dislodged by Fulani militias, who have taken over those communities, including their farmlands and other natural resources. Many innocent lives, including children and women, have been lost to the attacks on the people by supposed enemies of the state, for reasons best known to them. For instance, it’s alarming and worrisome, so deadly and destructive, the unexpected callous Easter Sunday evening attack on Angwan Rukuba community, Jos. In that dastardly attack, many were killed without a trace of any of the attackers. Similarly, there were pock...
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KOGI GOVERNOR’S AIDE, HASSIAT SULEIMAN, APPOINTED TEAM TINUBU 2027 WOMAN PATRONNESS FOR NORTH-CENTRAL

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The Special Adviser to the Kogi State Governor on Strategic Investment and Liaison with Federal Agencies, Amb. Chief Hassiat Ozavize Suleiman, has been appointed as the Woman Patronness, North-Central of Team Tinubu 2027, a political support group mobilising backing for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Her appointment was conveyed in an official letter and signed by Bishop Stephen Adegbite, Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission, Chaplain of Aso Villa, and National Grand Patron of Team Tinubu 2027. Team Tinubu 2027 is among support groups positioning to galvanise grassroots support for President Tinubu’s anticipated re-election bid. The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, is said to serve as the National Grand Patroness of the organisation. Presenting her appointment letter, Bishop Stephen Adegbite extolled Amb. Suleiman, stating that she was selected in recognition of her track record in human manag...
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Kogi Govt Reaffirms Support for Culture, Girl-Child Education and Unity at 2026 Ovia Osese Festival

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By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh  April 18, 2026 The Kogi State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving culture, promoting girl-child education and strengthening unity across the state. Speaking at the grand finale of the 2026 Ovia Osese Cultural Festival in Ogori, Ogori-Magongo Local Government Area on Saturday, Governor Ododo, represented by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu, described the festival as more than a celebration. According to him, Ovia Osese represents the history, identity and values of the Ogori people, while also serving as a tool for education, tourism and economic development. The Governor commended the organisers of the festival, especially the President of the Ogori Descendants Union, Dr. Gabriel Aiso, for making this year’s event bigger and more impactful. Governor Ododo also highlighted the importance of educating and empowering the girl child. He noted that Ogori has become an example to others because more girls are now in scho...
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Kogi Specialist Hospital CMD Flags Off Distribution of Tinubu/Ododo 2027 Campaign Materials

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The Chief Medical Director of Kogi State Specialist Hospital, Dr. Oluseyi Bamidele Folagbade, has flagged off the distribution of campaign materials for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo ahead of the 2027 general election. The materials, which include face caps, T-shirts and other sensitization items, were provided by the CMD. Speaking during the flag-off alongside management staff of the hospital, Dr. Folagbade described health sector policies under the Tinubu and Ododo administrations as “encouraging” and said another term would sustain the “laudable programmes” of both leaders. He cited the increase in allowances for medical personnel in Kogi, prompt payment of salaries, and improvement of health infrastructure as key achievements. He also praised the ongoing construction and reconstruction of primary health care centres across the state, calling the administration’s health policies “unprecedented.” Dr. Folagbade said his support for...
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Road Crashes: Kogi Govt. to Establish Special Task Force Unit

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The Kogi State Government has announced plans to establish a Special Task Force Unit comprising key stakeholders to monitor, coordinate, and curb traffic-related crashes across the state. This was contained in a communiqué issued following a stakeholders’ meeting chaired by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Road Safety Matters, Dr. Suberu Yusuf-John, at the Glass House, Government House, Lokoja. The communiqué expressed deep concern over the rising loss of lives caused by reckless and careless driving, describing the trend as unacceptable. According to the statement, the proposed Task Force Unit will play a critical role in reducing road accidents and ensuring safer highways for millions of road users. It will also address traffic congestion, particularly during festive periods, through effective traffic management, strategic personnel deployment, and strict enforcement of regulations. The task force, with the support of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), t...
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Ankpa Fed. Constituency: The Sincere Endorsement That Gripped the Unprepared

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By Abu Micheal.   ... How Hon. Umar Yahaya’s organic popularity, verifiable projects, and cross-party appeal are reshaping the race for Ankpa House of Reps seat Politics in Ankpa Federal Constituency took a decisive turn last weekend when the Legacy Group, a network of notable Omala indigenes at home and in the diaspora, endorsed Hon. Umar Yahaya, Member Representing Omala State Constituency, for the Ankpa Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. Ordinarily, an endorsement for Hon. Yahaya, popularly called “Connect”, should not unsettle anyone. His accomplishments remain unchallenged by past political office holders and representatives.  His popularity is organically driven, a rare support base he earned even before becoming a lawmaker. So when the Legacy Group adopted him, it did not come as a surprise to constituents who have tracked his trajectory. A Footprint That Predates Office Hon. Umar’s footprint in the lives of women, youths, and student...
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Kogi Assembly Speaker Urges Staff to Embrace Continuous Learning for Better Performance

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Bashir Opaluwa Idris  The Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, has emphasized the importance of continuous training and teamwork in enhancing effective service delivery within the legislature. The Speaker made this known in a message delivered at a one-day seminar organized for Legislative staff  at the Assembly Complex in Lokoja.  Represented by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Comfort Ojoma Nwuchiola Egwaba, the Speaker said training, retraining, and continuous learning are essential tools for improving efficiency and building a high-performing workforce. “In any society, if the team is strong, the society will be strong. When individuals work together and manage their skills effectively, success is inevitable." Hon. Yusuf urged staff members to apply knowledge gained from the seminar in their respective duties, noting that practical implementation is key to achieving institutional growth. In a remark, a former Deputy C...
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