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The Chief Medical Director of Kogi State Specialist Hospital, Dr. Oluseyi Bamidele Folagbade, has flagged off the distribution of campaign materials for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo ahead of the 2027 general election. The materials, which include face caps, T-shirts and other sensitization items, were provided by the CMD. Speaking during the flag-off alongside management staff of the hospital, Dr. Folagbade described health sector policies under the Tinubu and Ododo administrations as “encouraging” and said another term would sustain the “laudable programmes” of both leaders. He cited the increase in allowances for medical personnel in Kogi, prompt payment of salaries, and improvement of health infrastructure as key achievements. He also praised the ongoing construction and reconstruction of primary health care centres across the state, calling the administration’s health policies “unprecedented.” Dr. Folagbade said his support for...

The Kogi State Government has announced plans to establish a Special Task Force Unit comprising key stakeholders to monitor, coordinate, and curb traffic-related crashes across the state. This was contained in a communiqué issued following a stakeholders’ meeting chaired by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Road Safety Matters, Dr. Suberu Yusuf-John, at the Glass House, Government House, Lokoja. The communiqué expressed deep concern over the rising loss of lives caused by reckless and careless driving, describing the trend as unacceptable. According to the statement, the proposed Task Force Unit will play a critical role in reducing road accidents and ensuring safer highways for millions of road users. It will also address traffic congestion, particularly during festive periods, through effective traffic management, strategic personnel deployment, and strict enforcement of regulations. The task force, with the support of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), t...

By Abu Micheal.   ... How Hon. Umar Yahaya’s organic popularity, verifiable projects, and cross-party appeal are reshaping the race for Ankpa House of Reps seat Politics in Ankpa Federal Constituency took a decisive turn last weekend when the Legacy Group, a network of notable Omala indigenes at home and in the diaspora, endorsed Hon. Umar Yahaya, Member Representing Omala State Constituency, for the Ankpa Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. Ordinarily, an endorsement for Hon. Yahaya, popularly called “Connect”, should not unsettle anyone. His accomplishments remain unchallenged by past political office holders and representatives.  His popularity is organically driven, a rare support base he earned even before becoming a lawmaker. So when the Legacy Group adopted him, it did not come as a surprise to constituents who have tracked his trajectory. A Footprint That Predates Office Hon. Umar’s footprint in the lives of women, youths, and student...

Bashir Opaluwa Idris  The Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, has emphasized the importance of continuous training and teamwork in enhancing effective service delivery within the legislature. The Speaker made this known in a message delivered at a one-day seminar organized for Legislative staff  at the Assembly Complex in Lokoja.  Represented by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Comfort Ojoma Nwuchiola Egwaba, the Speaker said training, retraining, and continuous learning are essential tools for improving efficiency and building a high-performing workforce. “In any society, if the team is strong, the society will be strong. When individuals work together and manage their skills effectively, success is inevitable." Hon. Yusuf urged staff members to apply knowledge gained from the seminar in their respective duties, noting that practical implementation is key to achieving institutional growth. In a remark, a former Deputy C...

***Ayetoro Gbede Community Declares Solidarity with INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan From Homeland Pride to National Duty—A Community’s Faith in Electoral Integrity Ayetoro Gbede, Kogi State  In a powerful show of unity and civic pride, the people of Ayetoro Gbede in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State on Monday, April 13, 2026, staged a grand solidarity rally in honor of their illustrious son, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, following his appointment as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The rally, which drew community leaders, youth groups, elders, and supporters from across the region, was marked by resounding endorsements of Professor Amupitan’s leadership and a collective commitment to democratic ideals in Nigeria. Delivering a speech on behalf of the community, representatives described the appointment as both historic and well-deserved, emphasizing their unwavering support for the new INEC Chairman. They acknowledged the ...

By Engr. Amb. Tosin Owonifari Ekiti State stands at a critical juncture in its political evolution. As activities intensify ahead of party primaries and the emergence of candidates, a fundamental question must be addressed by both leaders and citizens. Are we strengthening a system built on performance and accountability, or are we perpetuating a pattern shaped by loyalty, inducement, and short term political advantage The Paradox of the Fountain of Knowledge Ekiti is widely known as the Fountain of Knowledge. This identity was built on a foundation of education, intellectual strength, and principled engagement. However, there is a growing disconnect between this historic identity and present day reality. Our intellectual capital is leaking. Many of our talented young graduates remain underutilised. Instead of being empowered to drive innovation and development, some are drawn into political structures in ways that do not reflect their capacity or potential. A state that sh...