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By Stephen Adeleye Lokoja, Aug. 13, 2025 Chief James Aiyepeku, father of Ayobami Aiyepeku, a photo journalist who was murdered on July 22 in Kogi State, has died. Aiyepeku died on Tuesday, Aug. 12 as a result of stroke, reportedly triggered by the shock of his son’s gruesome murder. Mr Timothy Aiyepeku, elder brother to the late journalist told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the family residence on Wednesday in Lokoja that their father had been traumatised by Ayobami’s brutal killing. “On Wednesday Aug. 6, after rushing out to complete the necessary arrangements towards the release of…
The Standup for Women Society (SWS) condemns the unacceptable treatment of Comfort Emmanson by Ibom Airline and offers pro bono legal services to support her in seeking justice. We call on relevant authorities to investigate this matter and ensure that passengers’ rights are protected. SWS stands in solidarity with Comfort and reaffirms its commitment to promoting women’s rights and dignity.” We therefore call for justice for Comfort Emmanson whose rights have been violated in many ways. We demand a public apology and compensation for the physical assault inflicted on her. SWS stands firmly with Comfort, and we demand…
By Adegboyega Segun In line with the vision of the Chief Servant of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, to ensure that good governance reaches the grassroots, the Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Femi Fanwo, through the KFF Foundation, has appointed Grassroots Assistants across the 10 wards of Mopamuro Local Government Area, Kogi State. In a statement released shortly after the presentation of appointment letters to the beneficiaries, Hon. Fanwo congratulated them for their commitment and loyalty to the APC at all levels, describing their dedication to the party as significant…
The Izon Cultural Heritage Centre (ICHC) has expressed deep concern over recent comments attributed to Dr. Shola Mese, a representative of the Olu of Itsekiri in the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). The ICHC described the comments as “unguided” and “misrepresentative” of the programme’s scope, mandate, and beneficiaries. The ICHC, led by Apostle Bodmas Kemepadei, in a statement emphasized that the PAP is a federal intervention designed to address the needs of its 30,000 documented beneficiaries from across the Niger Delta region, without ethnic or sectional bias. The centre warned that attempts to impose influence or create the perception that…
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has flagged off construction of the 12.5 kilometre Unosi-Odonto-Ogigiri rural road in a major boost to rural infrastructure and agricultural development in the state. The project which is executed under the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP), is set to transform transportation and improve access to farmlands, markets, schools, health centers, and other critical social infrastructure for communities along the road corridor. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony in Ogigiri, Governor Ododo restates commitment to inclusive development through policies and projects that prioritize agriculture, access to market, healthcare, educational institutions…
The Riverine Communities of Ibaji Local Government Area have appealed to Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo to intervene in the orchestrated marginalisation through skewed vital political appointment in favour of their upland communities. This was disclosed on Tuesday by a group, under the aegis of Ibaji Riverine Environmental Rights advocates (IRERA) Speaking to Journalists on the systematic marginalization of the people by the successive administrations, the spokesperson, Uchola Ojoagefu Andrew, said, the Riverine Communities who shed their blood, and resources to ensure the crude oil deposit is protected were copiously neglected in the appointments of Members of…
The Kogi State Ministry of Health has warmly welcomed the National Executives of the Fellowship of Christian Nurses of Nigeria (FCNN) during a courtesy visit ahead of their 2025 Annual National Conference, which the state will host for the third time. The delegation was received by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Stephen Momoh, who represented the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adams Abdulazeez. Also in attendance were Directors from key departments, including Administration, Nursing, Finance, and Planning, Research and Statistics, along with other senior officials. Speaking on behalf of the Commissioner, Mr. Momoh praised the Fellowship for its…
By Joy Salami In a passionate bid to gain government recognition and support, the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), Kogi State chapter, paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Head of Service (HOS) in Lokoja, emphasizing the association’s role in promoting literary excellence and reviving the reading culture in the state. Led by the chapter chairman, Mr. Y.J. Itopa, the delegation said their mission was to officially draw the attention of the Kogi State Government to the existence, relevance, and challenges of ANA in the state. Mr. Itopa highlighted that writers are the conscience of society…
Ijumu/Okun-born Second Lieutenant Oloruntoba Ibitoye of the Ohio Military Reserve, United States of America Army, has been recognized with the 2025 Democracy Newsline Newspaper Community Development Award. According to Elder Olalekan Aiyenigba, Executive Editor of Democracy Newsline Newspaper, Second Lieutenant Oloruntoba’s outstanding contributions to his community of origin, despite being based in the United States, have earned him this well-deserved recognition. He noted that the award of recognition will be bestowed on him during the upcoming 15th Public Lecture and Award Ceremony, scheduled to hold on August 26, 2025, at the National Merit House in Abuja. The event…
The President of the Government Science Secondary School, Okedayo’s Alumni Association, in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Engr. Bertola Mike Ibitomihi, has been recognized as the Global Youth Education Influencer of the Year, 2025, by Democracy Newsline Newspaper. This award is based on public opinion polls conducted by a team of experts, who acknowledged Engr. Ibitomihi’s outstanding contributions to youth education and development. According to Elder Olalekan Aiyenigba, Executive Editor of Democracy Newsline Newspaper, Engr. Ibitomihi is a true youth influencer who has made significant impacts in encouraging young people in education. His recognition is…