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A youth group in Osun State, Igbimo Odo Ìjèsà, has called on the Inspector-General of Police to urgently investigate the alleged freedom of a wanted suspect, Solomon Adefisoye, popularly known as Solo Iwara, who is reportedly still moving openly despite being declared wanted for serious crimes. In a statement issued by the group on Tuesday by its spokesman, Olumide Adedeji, members expressed shock and concern that the suspect, allegedly wanted for murder, kidnapping, and robbery, continues to move freely across Ilesa and other parts of Ìjèsà land without apparent restraint. “It is alarming and deeply troubling that an individual declared wanted for grave crimes can still be seen openly in our communities, moving about without fear or consequence,” the group stated. It will be recalled that Solomon Adefisoye has been declared wanted for the murder of some Ijesa youths.  The list of those allegedly murdered through Solo Iwara's activities include:  Gbenga Ogbara and ...

By Amuda Jimoh - Lokoja Hon. Emmanuel Obaro, representing Yagba East, has released a comprehensive list of projects, donations, legislative actions, and support initiatives executed between 2023 and 2026, covering infrastructure, security, education, economic empowerment, and oversight functions. Infrastructure & Water The scorecard lists ₦20 million worth of constituency projects delivered across 10 wards in 2025. Completed works include four lock-up shops at Itedo-Makutu, Oja-Oba; renovation of four classroom blocks in Makutu; and a UBE-facilitated renovation of four classrooms at Takete Isao Primary School. Other projects are a pavilion at Ijowa Alaofin with an additional ₦500,000 support, drainage construction at Itedo-Makutu Open Field and near Government Lodge at Second ECWA, and a solar-powered borehole at Idofin valued at ₦1 million. Obaro also secured a federal motorized borehole for Ward 08, Makutu, and facilitated repairs of seven boreholes across the Isanlu ...

The Odo-Ape community in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area came alive on Saturday as indigenes at home and abroad gathered for the 2026 Annual Day Festival, a celebration themed “A Celebration of Heritage and Progress.” The event drew a mix of traditional rulers, political leaders, and community members, alongside Mrs. Folashade Arike Ayoade, Secretary to the Government of Kogi State, who represented Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. In his welcome address, Mr. Jethro Kehinde Ologbonyo, National President of the Odo-Ape Development Association, described the day as both a cultural showcase and a fundraising platform for community development. He highlighted the community’s rich heritage, pointing to traditions such as the Egungun festival, the Amoja song, the Egunda festival, and the traditional marriage system. Ologbonyo stressed the need to safeguard institutions like Iyeolofosi and Iyeolughonle, which he said embody Odo-Ape’s core values of u...

By Abu Micheal  Hon. Omoluabi Bode Adeyemi is the kind of leader who doesn’t need the spotlight to make his presence felt. From student union politics to the corridors of power in Kogi State, he has steadily built a reputation as a dependable, results-driven figure whose impact resonates with both traditional rulers and ordinary citizens. Often referred to as OBA, Adeyemi is the Special Adviser on Energy Matters to Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo, a position he has held since May 2024. He also serves as the elected Chairman of the Forum of Special Advisers to the Governor, a role that underscores the trust placed in his leadership and coordination abilities. A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State, he previously served as Special Adviser on Civil Service and Labour Matters under former Governor Yahaya Bello. Trained as a seasoned journalist at the International Institute of Journalism, Abuja, and hailing from Kabba/Bunu LGA, Adeyemi is desc...

By Abu Micheal Not every leader begins with privilege. Engr. Bashiru Gegu grew up with little, in a setting where opportunities were scarce and expectations were low. Few would have predicted that the quiet village boy would one day hold a position of influence in Kogi State. That changed when two leaders, former Governor Yahaya Bello and Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo, chose to look beyond his background and recognize what others overlooked. What they saw was potential — steady, grounded, and capable of growth. Today, that potential has matured into service that many in Kogi LGA now depend on. Engr. Gegu has become a consistent presence for the people often left at the margins — the low-income families, the struggling youth, and communities with limited access to support. His connection to them isn’t just professional, it’s personal. Having experienced hardship himself, he understands what it means to be without and has made it a point to stay close to those realities. His wor...

A major political development has unfolded within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State, as the Ayere Arimah Ward Executive Committee announced the suspension of Hon. Hammed Obaditan over allegations of gross misconduct and violent behavior. The decision, reached unanimously at an emergency ward executive meeting held on May 1, 2026, signals a firm stance by party leaders against actions perceived to undermine discipline and unity within the party’s grassroots structure. According to a formal suspension letter issued by the ward executives, the action was taken pursuant to Article 21(A)(i), (v), and (xi) of the APC Constitution (2022 as amended). The committee accused Obaditan of conduct “unbecoming of a party member and public office holder,” warning that such behavior risks bringing the party into public ridicule and disrepute. At the heart of the controversy is an alleged incident that occurred on April 29, 2026, during a stakeholders’ meeting of ...