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KOGI 2027: “THE SUN MUST ALWAYS RISE IN THE EAST, TO SET IN THE WEST, THE SUN WILL NEVER REMAIN IN THE ‘CENTRAL’ OR MIDDLE.” — (SOCRATES)

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“A MARGINALIZED SYSTEM CANNOT BE USED TO JUSTIFY EQUITY AGAINST THE PEOPLE; EVIL CANNOT CURE EVIL.” The 2027 Kogi State governorship election is gradually becoming much more than another contest for political power. It is increasingly shaping up as a defining moment in the state's political history—a moment that will force Kogi people to confront questions of equity, inclusion, political rotation, democratic choice and the right of every major section of the state to aspire to the highest office. At the centre of that conversation is the growing agitation for Kogi West, particularly the Okun people, to produce the next governor of the state in 2027. The metaphor contained in the headline is simple but politically powerful. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. It does not remain permanently in the middle. In a plural society such as Kogi, political power should similarly not be regarded as the permanent possession of any geographical, ethnic or political bloc....
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Ijesa Group Knocks Recall Call Against Fadahunsi, Highlights Empowerment, Infrastructure Interventions

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An Ijesa-based youth advocacy group, Ijesa Intellectuals, has rejected calls for the recall of Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, describing the move as politically motivated and a reflection of inadequate understanding of the constitutional requirements for recalling a serving senator. In a statement issued on Thursday in Ilesa by it's spokesman, Yinka Aluko, the group said those behind the recall campaign were attempting to exploit political sentiments to undermine the senator's standing in Osun East Senatorial District. The group argued that the recall process was a constitutionally prescribed procedure involving substantial mobilisation of voters and verification by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), rather than a political petition. It said, “An averagely educated Nigerian knows that recall process is not a joke like the jokers and their sponsors thought; however, it is important we educate them and alert Ijesas in particular about the despe...
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Kogi Southerners Launch N- Empowerment Scheme for 1,000 Market Women to Back Ododo’s 2027 Vision

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In a move to deepen grassroots support for the administration of Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo, the Southerners in Kogi State have concluded arrangements to empower over 1,000 market women across the 21 Local Government Areas of the state. The initiative, tagged “South-South Traders and Market Women Empowerment Fund in Support of Ododo,” is designed as a grant, not a loan, aimed at strengthening economic resilience among traders while also mobilizing support ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to a statement signed by Kingsley Oshilim, Acting Secretary of Southerners in Kogi State, the program reflects a shift “from handouts to sustainable wealth creation” in line with the economic priorities of the Ododo administration. Under the arrangement, 50 market women will be selected from each LGA, with 100 beneficiaries in Lokoja, which will serve as the pilot for the flag-off.   Governor Ododo is expected to formally launch the first phase of the scheme in Lokoja...
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Social Media Has Deepened Democracy, But Fake News Remains a Threat- Akogun Ajibola

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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...
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Concerned Journalists condemn attack on Plateau NUJ Chairman, call for caution

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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...
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Ododo’s Aide Empowers 27 persons, distributes wrappers to 300 elderly people in Kogi

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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...
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NO VACANCY IN 2027’: HOW GOV. ODODO’S LABOUR FRIENDLY POLICIES, EDOKA’S ADVOCACY REDEFINED WORKERS’ WELFARE IN KOGI

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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...
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