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The Diocese of Lokoja Anglican Communion, has called on government at all levels to demonstrate the requisite political will to combat the worsening security situation in the Nigeria This was part of the Communique issued and signed by The Most Rev’d Emmanuel  Egbunu, Bishop of Lokoja Diocese and Synod Clerical Secretary, at the end of the first session of the eleventh Synod of the Diocese of Lokoja Church Of Nigeria Anglican Communion, with the theme “The theme of the Synod is Peace with God. The Victory of the Atonement. The communique added that the current situation whereby citizens have little confidence in the willingness of Government to protect them is lamentable, noting that Synod recognizing that Kogi is the natural heart of Nigeria. It called on the government to take proactive measures towards making Kogi state a model for multilateral developments.• The Synod in session equally commiserated with the Catholic faithful over the transition of Pope Francis, des...

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s ability to bring governance closer to the people of Kogi State has been described as exemplary. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Ismaila Isah, stated this while appearing as a guest on Nigeria Info FM in Abuja on Wednesday. He said Governor Ododo’s humane approach to governance has endeared him to many in the state. According to Isah, Governor Ododo has earned widespread commendation for consistently running an inclusive administration, where women play key roles and young people occupy more than 80 percent of appointive positions within the government. He credited the rancour-free political climate in Kogi State to Governor Ododo’s respect for everyone, regardless of political affiliation. “He consulted widely even before he was sworn in as Governor. He met and engaged with all our former governors and political leaders regardless of their political leanings. He also reached out to community leaders and captains of industry, travel...

The Special Adviser to Kogi State Governor on Media, Hon. Ismaila Isah says the present administration in the State has ensured a functional local government administration that is serving rural communities better. Hon. Isah stated this while fielding questions on Sunday Politics, a Flagship Programme of Trust TV.  According to him, the Local Governments Authorities in the State are autonomous as the State Governor, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo does not interfere in their affairs, saying the Chairmen have been adding value to governance at that level of government.  The Special Adviser noted that the State has secured 15 mining licences in a bid to bring the locals into the mining business, to create job opportunities and create wealth for the people of the state. "It will interest you to note that Kogi State has over 600 mining sites legally and there could be hundreds more that are illegal and out of all of these mining sites, state and our people are not benefiting as...

PREAMBLES AOY 2025 THEME: Unity in diversity: Building a brighter future for Yagbaland The APAPO OMO YAGBA is a sociocultural organization that was formed to champion the well-being of the people of Yagbaland which consist of  Yagba West Local Government Area, Yagba East Local Government Area and Mopamuro Local Government Area. The Organization is saddled with the responsibility to among others, strengthen the bonds of unity among the Yagba people. The 2025 Yagba Summit was conveyed as a child of necessity and as an avenue for the stakeholders to meet, brainstorm and seek solutions to various challenges confronting us as a people. After extensive discussions, presentations and deliberations, the following was resolved; The Summit Resolved that the Unity of Yagba Nation is non-negotiable giving it’s attendant importance to our development.   The Summit agreed that we should continue to preach Unity because it is said that “United that we stand, divided we fall”...

Families and friends have continued to shower encomium on a young Philanthropist from Kogi State Amb. Gabriel Abinu as he celebrates his birthday today 25th April 2025. Speaking to Journalists on Friday, they described the Nigeria international tennis coach as God sent to humanity. According to them, Amb. Abinu contributions to his people can not be over emphacized, noting that, he is indeed a blessing to his people. They maintained that it is important for the general public to emulate the good virtues of Amb. Abinu adding that the Kogi State Government should give him a State honour for his tremendous contributions to development of the people. "As we celebrate this our brother Amb. Gabriel Abinu, it is our prayers that God will continue to protect, and preserve him for us. No harms will befall on him because he is very generous to humanity. " Through Amb. Abinu, many of our Children have now return to school while many businesses have been resuscitated. His emp...

***Engr. Abu Gumel's Call to Action Sparks Hope for Nigeria's Representation at the USA Olympics As the countdown to the upcoming Olympic Games in the USA continues, the President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Engr. Abu Gumel, has charged the Nigeria Baseball and Softball Federation to secure a ticket to represent Nigeria at the prestigious event. During a courtesy visit by the President of the Nigeria Baseball and Softball Federation, Mr. Uche Paulinus Odozor, Engr. Gumel emphasized the importance of qualifying for the Olympics. "We expect the Baseball and Softball Federation to work towards qualifying for the next Olympics," stated the NOC President. "We are committed to providing all necessary support to ensure the development of sports in Nigeria, and we assure you of equal opportunities for all associations." Mr. Odozor briefed Engr. Gumel on the steps taken so far by the Nigeria Baseball and Softball Federation to secure a spot at...

Clerk and Head of Legislative Service , Kogi State House of Assembly, Alhaji Ahmed Sule Chogudo has called on  Christians to reflect on the enduring values of sacrifice and love exhibited by the Lord Jesus Christ as they celebrate the Easter. Chogudo made the call in his 2025 Easter message signed by the Deputy Clerk Admin. and General Service, Aka Adebayo Michael and made available to newsmen on Sunday in  Lokoja. He urged Christians especially in the state to use the Easter period to reflect on the enduring values of sacrificial  love exhibited by the Lord, Jesus Christ to redeem the world. According to the statement, Chogudo said the sacrifice made by Christ on the cross which redeemed the world was worth emulating by humanity, pointing out that the rich  should help the poor to exhibit agape love . The Clerk and Head of Legislative Service of the Assembly assured the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), Kogi State chapter, that their we...

On behalf of the Management, Academic Board, staff and students of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, I wish to felicitate with all Christian faithful on the auspicious occasion of the 2025 Easter Celebration. I pray that the spirit of Easter as embodies in Christ's live and teachings guide us into submissiveness to God Almighty, radiating love, peace and selfless commitments. Let us reflect on the symbolic selflessness of  Christ to empathise with and care for one another and  avoid divisive and destructive tendencies. It is my sincere prayer that we take advantage of this solemn moment to work towards the advancement of Kogi State Polytechnic in particular, and Kogi State and Nigeria as a whole. Once again, accept the hearty felicitations of Kogi State Polytechnic and my best wishes on the occasion of the 2025 Easter celebration. Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, FCIA, FABEN. Rector.

The immediate past Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has felicitated Christians in Kogi State and Nigeria as a whole on this year's Easter celebration, urging them to be guided by the lessons of love, sacrifice, peace and unity. This was contained in a statement by the Director, Yahaya Bello media office Ohiare Michael on Sunday. The former Governor Bello congratulated the Christian faithful on the completion of the 40-day lenten period, saying their prayers, during the period and beyond, would aid the continued actualisation of the laudable goals of the President Bola Tinubu administration. In a goodwill message, signed by the Director of his Media Office, Ohiare Michael, on Saturday, the former Governor emphasised the significance of the season, noting that the lessons "transcend religious and cultural boundaries and serve as the bedrock of harmonious coexistence." He specifically commended the harmonious relationship between Chris...

A renowned Philanthropist in Kogi State Amb. Gabriel Abinu on Sunday  urged Nigerians to use the Easter season to promote tolerance, peace and harmony in the country as demonstrated by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Amb. Abinu, in his Easter message contained in a statement , reminded Christians of Christ's death on the cross of Calvary not just as a sacrificial lamb but also to engender the forgiveness of sins of mankind. He called on the people to be united irrespective of religion, ethnic and political differences, explaining that without love and Unity, there can be no egalitarian society. According to him, "Christians should demonstrate love because Christ did so to save humanity.  There should be love and unity.  Let tolerate one another and bear one another’s burden, by doing so, we have reflected on the significance of the celebration”. The young Philanthropist felicitated with the government of Kogi State under the leadership of Governor ...

Special Adviser on Media to Kogi State Governor, Ismaila Isah, has assured that local communities in the state will soon experience major economic transformation with the commencement of mining operations and new infrastructure development projects in the state. Isah gave the assurance while featuring on Rapid TV in Abuja. He said with the recent acquisition of 15 mining licenses, the Kogi state government is poised to reinvigorate the economy in local communities across the state. The Governor’s spokesman said youths will take the lead in the emerging solid minerals economy in Kogi state. “Kogi has over 32 mineral deposits, all in commercial quantities. The state government has floated a special purpose vehicle (SPV), under the solid minerals development company, to open up the mining sector to foreign and local investors. We have acquired 15 mining licenses and ready to go into full mining business. “Our approach is to make these mining activities community-owned. We are ...

The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo has called on citizens of the State to see this year's Easter Celebration as a moment for sober reflection on the values of sacrifice, love, unity, and renewal. Gov. Ododo gave the charge in his Easter message to the people of the State, said the season reminds of the power of hope, triumph of light over darkness, and the boundless possibilities that lie ahead when citizens work together in unity and faith. "As we join Christians across the world to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, I extend my warmest greetings and best wishes to you all. Easter is not only a time of joy and celebration, but also a moment for sober reflection on the values of sacrifice, love, unity, and renewal.  "I therefore urge every son and daughter of Kogi State to reflect deeply on the true meaning of Easter and to rededicate ourselves to the ideals that bind us as one people. "Let us use this sacred season to pra...

The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo has officially handed over sites for the construction of classrooms, libraries, multipurpose Medical laboratories at the Prince Abubakar Audu Teaching Hospital Anyigba. This is as the Vice Chancellor, Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyigba, Prof. Marietu Tenuche appreciated Gov. Ododo's effort to resuscitate the MBBS program, thirteen years after it was stopped. She described the feat as unprecedented in the history of the University. Other projects Gov. Ododo flagged off for construction at the PAAU include, the consultant offices and the renovation of existing clinical laboratories. This construction work according to the Governor would enable PAAU commence the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, that will enable the institution graduate Medical Doctors amongst other medical professionals. Gov. Ododo who was  represented by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdulazeez Adams Adeiza,  expressed confidence ...

Concerned Professionals For Good Governance, A Good Leadership Advocacy Group has described the news of the killing of 25 persons in Enugu by herdsmen fake news. In a press statement release to press men titled "Debunking The Politricks of Insecurity: Enugu State on Our Minds". Mr Okechukwu Nwafor Coordinator of the group in the statement said the story with the caption, 25 Persons Killed, Scores Injured As Armed Herdsmen Attack Enugu Village is not only built on devious masturbatory hallucination, but completely false. The statement reads further "Agreed that lately marauding herdsmen have been running amok across the Country, invading towns and villages, and leaving a trail of sorrow, tears and blood in their path. However, there was no such invaders attack on the agrarian communities of Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area in Enugu State that  left 25 persons dead." "This independent rebuttal of the falsehood targeted at diminishing the halcyon stride...

The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, has extended  heartfelt condolence to the member representing Ajaokuta Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Honourable Sanni Egidi Abdulraheem, on the passing of his beloved mother, Mama Arametu Sanni Egidi.  Professor Usman expressed deep sorrow over the irreparable loss, describing Mama Arametu as a remarkable woman whose contributions to society will remain indelible.   The Rector also described late Mama  as a virtuous woman, blessed by Allah to give birth to great children that are making positive impact in the lives of the people. Professor Usman extolled the virtues of the late Mama Arametu, emphasizing her commitment to community development, her compassionate heart, and her steadfast dedication to uplifting the lives of the people of Ajaokuta and Ebira land as a whole. The Rector further prayed for divine strength and comfort for Honourable Sanni Egid...

The President, Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers, (NIESV) ESV Victor Alonge, has commended the Federal Government for introducing the tax reform bill l which is before the National Assembly for scrutinization. ESV Alonge gave the commendations at the inauguration ceremony of the fourth Chairman,  Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers, Kogi State branch held in Lokoja. Represented by the  1st  Vice President, NIESV ESV (Mallam) Muhammad Bature, he noted that one of the most assured sources of revenue for state governments is income from Property Tax or Land Use Charges, stressing that  the unarguable fact of this is that experts and professionals in Land Administration, Estate Surveyors and Valuers, have a very critical role to play in this regard.  According to him, " In a bold drive to revamp the nation’s economy and set the country on the path of stability, growth and prosperity, the present administration has tak...

The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu (FUAHSE) held its maiden matriculation ceremony on Saturday, amidst pomp and pageantry, marking a significant milestone in the healthcare development sector The Vice Chancellor, Prof John Emaimo, in his speech, highlighted the importance of the matriculation ceremony, labeling it as a watershed moment in the institution's history. He noted that the establishment of FUAHSE was one of President Tinubu's innovative approaches to improve the healthcare needs of Nigerians by expanding and increasing the manpower output in the healthcare delivery system. "One year ago, President Tinubu conceived the idea of enhancing healthcare services in Nigeria, leading to the establishment of FUAHSE on March 14, 2024," Prof Emaimo said. "Today, we are officially welcoming the first batch of students into the institution, representing a significant step towards achieving our goal of excellence in education and health...

In a night filled with excitement and recognition, Babe Ruth League Nigeria honoured Asiwaju Prince Olatunji Olusoji with the prestigious Grassroots Sports Development Enthusiast Award. Alongside him, 33 other notable personalities who have made significant contributions to sports development, particularly in Baseball and Softball in Nigeria and beyond, were also recognized. The award presentation took place during the Babe Ruth League Nigeria Inc 2025 Gala/Award dinner and fundraising event held at Igbobi College Yaba, Lagos. The League President, Mr. Ayodele Gideon, presented the awards on behalf of the country Commissioner for Babe Ruth League Nigeria, Mr. Imonikhe John Peter. Mr. Gideon commended Asiwaju Prince Olatunji Olusoji Gcfr for his various grassroots initiatives that have had a strong impact on children, especially in the realm of sports. He urged him to continue his excellent work and extend his support to Baseball and Softball, as the organization is committe...

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has officially unveiled the state’s new mining equipment as he announced the acquisition of fifteen mining license by the Kogi state government. The Special Adviser on Media to the Governor Ismaila Isah who disclosed this in a statement noted that Governor Ododo made the announcement during the official unveiling of the state's new mining equipment at the Muhammadu Buhari Square in Lokoja on Friday. He said the unveiling of the equipment and acquisition of licenses will officially launch Kogi into the league of states taking advantage of solid minerals development, and marked the beginning of a new phase in the state's economic transformation. He assured that the 15 mining licenses will boost the state's solid minerals development sector. He also noted that Kogi State is blessed with vast mineral deposits, including gold, lithium, limestone, coal among over 30 other solid minerals in commercial quantities which remain larg...

The Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers, (NIESV) has inaugurated new executive in Kogi State with ESV John Eniwaiye emerging as the new Chairman of the branch. He emerged as the new Chairman, of NIESV Kogi State branch at the association third Annual General Meeting, (AGM) held in Lokoja on Thursday. Eniwaiye, who will be piloting the affairs of the union in the next two years takes over from ESV Apeh Philips whose tenure has elapsed. Other NIESV executive inaugurated are  ESV. Anthony Tinufa,( Vice Chairman), ESV Agada Frederick ( Secretary),  ESV. Halima Etubi, ( Financial Secretary), ESV. Omeiza Sunday, (Hon. Public Secretary),  and ESV. Ibrahim Bukky Sikirat , (Treasurer),   Also inaugurated to serve as Executive of NIESV between 2025-2027 are Osanatye Olushola, (Welfare Secretary), ESV. Muhammed Abdulwasiu (Auditor), Samuel Faruna, (Asst. Publicity Secretary), and ESV. Bayebosi Samuel, (Unofficial). In hi...

Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has officially unveiled the maiden annual media report concerning his tremendous achievements in the last 14 months in the State. Governor Ododo in his address at the occasion promised to synergize with all and sundry to move Kogi State to an enviable height. Represented by the Secretary to Kogi State Government Dr Folashade Arike Ayoade on Wednesday, Governor Ododo stated that his administration remains committed to good governance, transparency, and accountability.  Explaining further, the Chief Servant of Kogi State said " The launch of this report signals a new era of communication in our administration, one that emphasizes the importance of keeping records and preserving information about how we keep our citizens well-informed and actively engaged in the process of governance.  "We believe that effective governance is not just about delivering services but ensuring that our people are connected and informed every s...

Kogi State Government says they remain committed in maintaining a robust cordial relationship with working journalists to move the state forward. The Special Adviser to Kogi State Governor on Media Hon. Ismaila Isah disclosed this during the unveiling of the first annual media report in Kogi State held at the banquet hall on Wednesday. Isah asserted that the maiden annual report represents accountability and purposeful leadership of the present administration in the State. The media aide reiterates that Governor Ododo's administration has developed a matrix  for media assessment, stressing that, the State have continued to receive global commendations for the tremendous achievement in Kogi State in the last 14 months. He, however, appreciated the Executive Governor of Kogi State Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo for finding him worthy in his appointment, adding that, the creation of media centre at the government house plays a pivotal roles in propagating the activities the pres...