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Members of the Working People United (WoPU), Tuesday in Abuja rated and scored the Administration of President Bola Tinubu high with a call on every Nigerian to join hands in the support of continuity and good governance in the country. Comrade (Prince) Williams Eniredonana Akporeha, Coordinator General, Working People United, in his address during a courtesy visit to the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, CFR, said that their mission is to galvanise support for Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid and promote national development through responsible leadership. According to him, they are aimed at uniting all labour unions, artisans, farmers, and professionals across the country to support economic stability in the country. "Working People United (WoPU), is a new Nigerian grassroots movement unveiled in March 2026 to support President Tinubu's economic reforms and advocate for workers' welfare. WoPU mobilises workers from all spheres of l...

BUDON: Kakanda Kingdom – His Royal Highness, the Agankyu of Kakanda Kingdom, Engr. Muhammad Faruk Kakanda, has expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences to the family, the community, and the nation at large, over the death of the kingdom Illustrious Son Captain Aliyu Umar. The Royal Father in his personally signed condolence message describing the late Captain Umar as a patriot and a beacon of hope for the younger generation. "The Kakanda Kingdom has been plunged into profound mourning.  He acknowledged Captain Umar's immense contributions to national service and his unwavering dedication to the development and upliftment of the Kakanda people. The monarch emphasized that the loss is not just for the family but for the entire kingdom, which has lost a true gem. "Colonel Umar Aliyu Haji, a respected military officer, served the Nigerian Army with distinction, rising through the ranks with an exemplary record of service, bravery, and integrity." ...

...Governor Okpebholo to Commission April 6th Determined to give back to its Alma mater, the Association of Great Achievers, Class of 91’, Auchi College, led by a visionary leader, an oil and gas mogul, Mr. Peter Omoh Dunia, aka Peter Black, has concluded over 90 percent of the ongoing construction, rehabilitation and beautification projects within the school premises, in order to enhance educational standards and staff wellbeing. Moved by the pitiable plight of the current staff and students of the school, the 1991 set of students moved to restote the old glory of the citadel of learning by  creating conducive learning environment for the successive students of the school. The multi billion naira state-of-the heart newly constructed and rehabilitated facilities included; A modern ICT/CBT Centre, with 320 Computers, to also serve as a digitalLibrary, Well-equipped Science Laboratory Block for Physics, Chemistry and Biology, Fully equipped Sports ...

Investigations into the report of the purported vote of no confidence passed in the Senator representing Kogi West Sunday Karimi allegedly by the Forum of All Progressives Congress (APC) Ward Chairmen in Yagba West Local Government Area, Kogi State is a ruse that did not happen—an attempted deception, a failed trick, and a plot to pitch the senator against Kogi State Government but which did not actually materialize.  Multiple sources in the APC in the local government said no such meeting took place. The sources also said there is no evidence in sight that the forum was carried along in the draft of any communique issued or with its consent. The sources went further to state that the photograph attached to the "fake news" was taken during the inauguration of the newly elected Ward Chairmen about three weeks ago, as there was no any recent official gathering of the forum. "Findings showed that no such meeting took place and nothing like the passing of a vote ...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi West Senatorial District has unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR and Sen. Sunday Karimi for a second term in office for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections.  The endorsement which took place in Kabba the Senatorial Headquaters of Kogi West was attended by Party leaders, critical stakeholders and members of the All Progressive Congress (APC) from the seven LGAs and 84 Wards that make up the Senatorial District of Kogi West.  The endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Sen. Sunday followed a motion moved by Hon. Henry Ojuola, which was unanimously seconded by a yes voice vote. Speakers at the event praised President Tinubu’s accomplishments, describing them as unprecedented, and lauded Sen. Karimi’s representation, saying it has alleviated the sufferings of the people and brought smiles upon their faces. They expressed confidence in the re- election of Sen. karimi following his ou...

The Kogi State Police Command has commenced an investigation into a viral video circulating on social media over an incident that occurred in Iffe, Ijumu Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to the statement, preliminary findings revealed that on March 8, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m., one Medaiyese Boye of Iffe Community reported at the Divisional Police Headquarters in Ekinrin-Adde in a visibly battered and bloodied condition, alleging that he was being assaulted by some individuals in the community. The victim also alleged that the same group was still attacking his father at the time he made the report. “Based on the report, a police patrol team led by the Divisional Police Officer immediately mobilised to the scene. However, upon arrival, the officers encountered a group of individuals who had already gathered at the location and began pelting stones...