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…Says Community Development Remains His Priority, Calls for Political Unity Across Kogi's Three Senatorial Districts …Commends Governor Ododo's Administration, Expresses Confidence in APC's Electoral Prospects The Asiwaju of Ayere Kingdom, Asiwaju Prince Dr. Olatunji Olusoji, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the welfare and socioeconomic advancement of his people, pledging sustained interventions in education, healthcare, humanitarian services and social welfare programmes aimed at improving living conditions across Ayere Kingdom and beyond. The distinguished entrepreneur, philanthropist and Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Grosvenor Global Services Limited made the declaration during the 2026 Ayere Day celebration, held in Ayere, Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State. Speaking at the colourful cultural gathering, which attracted traditional rulers, political leaders, community stakeholders and well-wishers, Prince Olusoji described th...

WoPU declares Podcast Studio as strategic platform for grassroots mobilisation, policy education, and aggressive promotion of Renewed Hope Agenda ahead of 2027 In a bold move aimed at reshaping national discourse and strengthening the bond between government and the Nigerian masses, the *Working People United (WoPU)* on Tuesday, 20th October, 2026, officially commissioned its state-of-the-art *Working People United Podcast Studio* at the WoPU Secretariat. The commissioning ceremony, which attracted distinguished guests, comrades, leaders of organised labour, representatives of trade associations, professionals and members of the press, was described as more than just the unveiling of microphones and recording facilities. Addressing guests at the event, the National Coordinator-General of Working People United, Comrade Prince Akporeha Williams Enredonana, said the studio is the opening of a platform for ideas and a deliberate step towards strengthening the relationship betwe...

Don't envy the glory without asking for the story. For 35 years, my people — the Bassa Nge/Nupe natives of Adankolo and Lokongoma Communities— who donated their land for the creation of Kogi State in 1991 to built (Lugard House), have been the host community to Government House, Lokoja. The seat of power. Where people come to get the largesse and goodies of every government. Yet for 35 years, we could not even approach the gate of Government House, let alone sit with a sitting Governor. Not under Military Administrators, not under civilian Governors. Sadly, other communities — even those who are not indigenes of Lokoja or Kogi State — have enjoyed this privilege: Tiv, Idoma, Igbo, Yoruba, Ebira, Edo, South South (Niger Delta) Fulani (MACBAN), Hausa, Igala communities and more, especially in previous administrations. But Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has broken the yoke and removed the barrier — through his loyal, resourceful and result-oriented aide, Hon. Nda Aaron, Specia...

*Says recognition affirms Governor's ethical conduct, commitment to Christian values and service to humanity The Director-General of the political pressure group, Sheriff Oborevwori: The Hope Of The Common Man, Mr. Edewor Okiemute Godspower, has congratulated the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on his conferment with the prestigious Christian Icon Award by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). The award was presented to Governor Oborevwori on Saturday during the 50th anniversary celebration of CAN at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, ethical conduct, commitment to public service and unwavering adherence to Christian values. Speaking to journalists shortly after the award ceremony, Mr. Edewor described the honour as well-deserved and a clear testament to the Governor's impactful governance and godly disposition in the discharge of his responsibilities. According to him, the award conferred ...

Representatives of  Barracks Community in Lokoja, Kogi State, have declared their support for Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of their anticipated re-election bids. The endorsement followed an engagement between the community representatives and Governor Ododo in Banquet Hall, Government House Lokoja during the Etsu of Adankolo Kingdom vist along with Etsu Lokongoma Traditional Community with Army Barrack Community, which was facilitated by his Special Adviser, Hon. Nda Aaron, as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots participation in governance and address the concerns of residents. During the meeting, the representatives commended the governor for what they described as exemplary leadership, improved development efforts and his commitment to fostering unity among the state's diverse ethnic groups, irrespective of religious beliefs and political affiliations. They said the engagement provided an opportunity to appreciate the administr...

Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has been called upon to investigate recent alleged irregular postings, transfers, and financial inducements in the State Ministry of Education, North Central Nigeria. The petition, signed by one Timothy Shekwo, described the recent postings and transfers of principals, vice principals, and education officers within the Nasarawa State Ministry inistry of Education, as an “issue of serious concern.” The group alleged that the matter has generated allegations of non-compliance with civil service rules, disregard for seniority and professional suitability, arbitrary placement, informal directives, and financial inducements. “I therefore respectfully request an impartial, confidential, and properly documented investigation, more so that the supposed transfer letters were hand written. “Postings and transfers should ordinarily be guided by lawful administrative criteria, institutional needs, professional competence, seniority, school grading ...