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... Commends Onogie of Afemai for Exemplary Leadership The Maigari of Lokoja, HRH Alhaji Gambo Muhammad, has commended the leadership style of HRH Alhaji Zakari Ahmadu Dangana, the Onogie of Afemai people in Lokoja, describing it as charismatic and instrumental to the peaceful coexistence of Afemai residents in the city. The Maigari gave the commendation on Tuesday when he received a delegation of Afemai people living in Lokoja, led by the Onogie, who paid him an Eid-el-Kabir Sallah homage at his palace. He lauded the Afemai community for their immeasurable contributions to the socio-economic development of Lokoja from time immemorial. He noted that the historical relationship between the people of Lokoja and the Afemai has been mutually beneficial, stressing that Afemai indigenes have played vital roles as teachers, administrators, and missionaries in the growth of the city. The monarch also praised the new generation of Afemai people for sustaining that legacy of positive...

By Ambassador Tosin Michael Owonifari The recent kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State is another painful reminder that insecurity remains one of the greatest threats to Nigeria’s future. Unfortunately, the incident in Oyo is not an isolated case. Around the same period, reports emerged of attacks on schools and the abduction of children in Borno State, while kidnappings, attacks on travellers, assaults on communities, and other violent incidents continue to affect different parts of the country. In Ekiti State, growing concerns over kidnappings and attacks in several communities have also generated calls for stronger security intervention. From Oyo to Borno, from Ekiti to other affected parts of the country, the pattern is becoming disturbingly familiar. The locations may differ, but the underlying questions remain the same: why do these incidents continue to occur, and what structural reforms are required to reduce their frequency and impact? As a nation, we ha...

The Kogi State Government has suspended the Echane Festival in Ebiraland with immediate effect over security concerns. The government said the decision was informed by credible intelligence reports indicating that activities associated with the festival could threaten public peace, safety and security and potentially lead to a breakdown of law and order in parts of Kogi Central Senatorial District. The announcement was made in a statement issued  by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr. Kingsley Femi Fanwo. According to the statement, while the government recognizes and respects the cultural significance of traditional festivals and their role in preserving the rich heritage of the people, the protection of lives and property remains its foremost responsibility. The statement disclosed that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo approved the suspension in the interest of maintaining peace and public safety across the affected communities. "The Governor has direc...

By Abu Micheal  In a Nigeria where recognition often flows to the loudest voices and most visible political actors, it is refreshing when excellence is acknowledged purely on merit. That is exactly what makes the recent conferment of multiple prestigious awards on Barr. Ladi Ahmed Jatto, OON, so commendable. The Arise Igala Leadership Organisation, a platform renowned for integrity and a rigorous selection process, recently honoured Nigerians who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and impact. Among the recipients was Barr. Ladi Ahmed Jatto, OON, a Project Manager and a Lawyer. She received a Certificate of Honour, an Award of Leadership for Excellence, and the highly coveted Arise National Igala Leadership Award for Excellence. These honours add to a growing list of recognitions from credible platforms across Nigeria, including all three Senatorial districts of Kogi State. Her name has remained untainted for over three decades of service to the nation, a journey c...

Former Governor of Kogi State and APC Senatorial Candidate for Kogi Central, His Excellency Alh. Yahaya Adoza Bello, CON, on Saturday paid a Sallah homage to Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his Lagos residence as part of activities marking the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The visit provided an opportunity to engage in discussions on matters of national importance, governance, and the continued progress of the nation. Bello used the occasion to extend Sallah greetings to the President and commend his leadership and commitment to the development of Nigeria. The former governor reaffirmed his support for the administration’s efforts aimed at strengthening the economy, promoting national unity, and improving the welfare of Nigerians. He also expressed confidence in the President’s vision and ongoing reforms geared towards sustainable growth and development. The Sallah homage underscored the cordial relationship between the two and served as a platform for the exchange of ideas on political ...

...Urges Beneficiaries to Protect and Maintain Public Facilities Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has commenced the commissioning of micro-projects executed under the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Programme, with the inauguration of a motorised borehole in Inipo Community, Obehira District of Okene Local Government Area. The water project, implemented through the Kogi State Community and Social Development Agency (KSCSDA), is designed to provide potable water to residents of Inipo and neighbouring communities, thereby improving access to clean water and enhancing public health. Represented at the event by the Executive Chairman of the Kogi State Local Government Service Commission, Alhaji Adams Adabenege, Governor Ododo said his administration remains committed to improving the living conditions of rural dwellers through the provision of essential infrastructure and social services. According to him, the state go...