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By Our Reporters A senior media professional and former Managing Director of DailyTrust Newspaper , HRH Akogun Isiaq Ajibola, has urged  Nigerians to guard against fake news as social media deepens democracy warning that the growing democratisation of information must be accompanied by greater responsibility among citizens. Ajibola  made the call on Wednesday as a Special Guest of Honour at the public lecture titled “Economic Reforms and Sustainable Economic Development in a Democracy,” held at the National Merit House, Abuja. Reflecting on the role of the media in Nigeria’s democratic journey, He recalled that the struggle against military rule and for the restoration of democracy was championed largely by courageous independent media organisations and journalists who operated under difficult circumstances. He noted, however, that the media landscape has changed fundamentally with the emergence of smartphones and social media. “In those days, the independent media...

Concerned journalists in Plateau State have strongly condemned a purported attack on the State Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ),  Mrs Ayuku Pwaspo, by a supposed member of the Plateau publishers Association, Mr Andrew Nanyak.  The group made the condemnation in a statement signed and issued to newsmen in Lokoja on Tuesday.  The journalists rejected what they described as an attempt by Mr. Nanyak popularly known as Shaks, to blackmail, disparage and undermine the integrity of the NUJ  Chairman Nanyak was alleged to have attacked Mrs Pwaspo for not handling the leadership crisis in the state Correspondents Chapel as expected, and ciirculated on social media. The group described Nanyak's comments as very unfortunate and an effort to create unnecessary division among journalists, particularly the NUJ leadership and the Plateau State Government. According to the group, journalists in the state had collectively passed a vote of confidence in the Com...

Dr Suberu Yusuf-John,  Special Adviser (SA) to Kogi Governor,  Alhaji Ahmed Ododo on Road Safety Matters has empowered 27 persons with funds and distributed wrappers to 300 elderly persons in Ege/Iruvochinomi Ward in Adavi Local Government Area of the State. Speaking during the occasion graced by Government officials, stakeholders and community leaders,  Dr Yusuf-John said that the gesture was his own way of giving back to  the people in his ward in appreciation of God's grace upon his life.  Yusuf-John expressed profound gratitude to the Auditor-Generalvof Local Government Areas, Hon.  Yakubu Adabenege, other government officials, religious and community leaders for gracing the occasion.  . The SA described Hon. Yakubu Adabenege as his leader and mentor over the years and that his presence was a huge encouragement to him and the people of Ege-Iruvochinomi Ward.  The SA said, "My journey in politics and public service has b...

By Abu Micheal  When Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo rolled out brand new buses for the leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress and the Joint Negotiating Council in Kogi State in the last few days, it was more than a gesture. For workers across the 21 LGAs, it was the latest proof that labour matters in this administration, and that the man at the helm understands that the strength of government is measured by the welfare of its workforce. Since assuming office, Governor Ododo has deliberately positioned workers at the center of governance. The jinx of salary delays that once defined public service in the state has been broken. Salaries are now paid promptly and consistently at both state and local government levels. For local government workers who for years endured percentage payments, the shift to full payment has restored dignity to the job and confidence in government. The administration also sustained the payment of the N72,000 new minimum wage...

The APC Integrity Group, Lokoja, has congratulated Abdulrahman  Gentle, Shehu Ebaiya, Aliyu Umar Sulaiman Aguye and Karimi on their Victory at the last Primary election, describing the developments as an opportunity to strengthen unity and cohesion within the All Progressives Congress (APC). The group, led by its Chairman, Hon. M.M. Yusuf Alabi, also reaffirmed its support for the leadership of Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement, Alabi said political contests were bound to produce different outcomes, but stressed that the overriding objective should remain the unity, stability and overall success of the APC. He urged party members, supporters and stakeholders to put the contests behind them and unite in the interest of the party and the people of Kogi State. The group particularly commended those who did not emerge victorious, describing their conduct and continued commitment to the party as a demonstration of politic...

By Abu Micheal  Never in the history of representation has Omala State Constituency gotten it as good as it is today. From Abejukolo to Bagana, from Oforachi to Icheke, from Ijaha to Alloma, from the Anyigba-Omala axis to the riverine communities, the story is the same. The people are seeing government up close, and they like what they see. It is for this reason that the general belief across Omala today is simple and direct: Omala will be better with another term for Hon. Umar Yahaya. Hon. Umar Yahaya, popularly called “Connect,” has brought a new face to representation in Omala State Constituency. He is a man sold out to leaving marks on the sands of time. In the Kogi State House of Assembly, his name has become a reference point. Colleagues cite him. Communities point to him. And constituents measure other lawmakers against him. As published in time past, Hon. Umar’s accomplishments are numerous and cut across every sector that touches the life of the people. In educ...