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The Sheriff Oborevwori Under 17 Unity Cup is set to kick off on August 3, 2025, in Delta Central, bringing together talented young footballers from the eight local government areas that make up the Delta Central senatorial district. The tournament, sponsored by Chief Amurun Idama Esq, Chairman of Arthur Ferdinand Ltd, aims to promote unity, sportsmanship, and football development in the district. The inauguration and draws for the competition were held on July 13, 2025, at the Kariot Hotel and Suites, where the Local Organising Committee (LOC) members were inaugurated. The LOC consists…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has a new National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, and the party is buzzing with excitement. Door-2-Door, a grassroots political movement led by High Chief Tompolo, has congratulated Professor Yilwatda on his election, praising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the APC’s National Executive Committee (NEC) for their wise decision. According to Comrade Sunday Adekanbi, National Coordinator of Door-2-Door, Professor Yilwatda is a “square peg in a square hole” – the perfect fit for the demanding role of APC National Chairman. With his proven dedication to public service, deep political insight, and commitment to democratic ideals,…

The Kogi State Government has declared readiness to take the lead in transforming Nigeria’s cashew sector through deliberate policy actions, investment in local and industrial processing aimed at job creation and economic diversification. The State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Timothy Ojomah made this known at the Cashew Roundtable meeting held in Abuja, where he represented the state government. He stated that Kogi, as Nigeria’s leading producer of raw cashew nuts, is now moving decisively towards value addition and agro-industrial investment that will make cashew a major economic driver in the state’s economy. Hon. Ojomah expressed deep concern…

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has commissioned constituency projects executed by the Deputy Majority Leader and the member Representing Ankpa/Omala/Olamaboro Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Abdullahi Ibrahim Ali in Ankpa. The Governor also inspected the ongoing ACReSAL Erosion Control project at Olubojo, Ankpa, in line with his commitment to infrastructural development and environmental sustainability across the state. Speaking at the Ceremony, Governor Ododo commended the Lawmaker for his contributions to the development of Ankpa community and other parts of the federal constituency. He noted that the road construction, installation of boreholes and the construction…

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has commissioned constituency projects executed by the Deputy Majority Leader and the member Representing Ankpa/Omala/Olamaboro Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Abdullahi Ibrahim Ali in Ankpa. The Governor also inspected the ongoing ACReSAL Erosion Control project at Olubojo, Ankpa, in line with his commitment to infrastructural development and environmental sustainability across the state. Speaking at the Ceremony, Governor Ododo commended the Lawmaker for his contributions to the development of Ankpa community and other parts of the federal constituency. He noted that the road construction, installation of boreholes and the construction of…

** By Rotimi Odofin In a significant show of support, stakeholders from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yagba West Local Government Area have officially endorsed Governor Ododo for a second term. This endorsement was a highlight of the recent farmers’ empowerment program, which was facilitated by Engineer Olusegun Joseph, the Kogi State Commissioner for Environment and Ecological Management. During the event, Commissioner Joseph attributed the successful implementation of the empowerment program to Governor Ododo’s “Back to Farm” initiative. He emphasized that the unanimous endorsement was not solely based on the governor’s appointment of two commissioners from the local government…

By Rotimi Odofin In alignment with Governor Ododo’s “Back to Farm” initiative, Engineer Olusegun Joseph, the Kogi State Commissioner for Environment and Ecological Management, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to empowering the residents of Yagba West Local Government Area through the distribution of essential agricultural implements, including sprayers and insecticides. Saturday, July 26, 2025, Engineer Joseph spearheaded an agricultural empowerment scheme for local farmers at the Okuta Dudu High School premises in Odo-Ere. This initiative aims to enhance agricultural productivity and food security within the state. During the event, Engineer Joseph oversaw the distribution of agricultural sprayers and basic…

Public Interest Lawyers have dragged the Attorney-General of the Federation and minister of Justice before a High Court of Justice of the Federal Capital Territory, pi seeking the investigation and criminal trial of Ahmed Farouk, the managing director of Nigerian Midateam and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Agency, NMDPRA for alleged fraud Also joined as 2nd and 3rd defendants in the suit are the the Code of Conduct and Ahmed, respectively. In the suit, the plaintiffs, Incorporated Trustees of Once Love Caring and Foundation and Barrister Reuben Boma, are praying the court for an order, granting them leave to serve on…

The Member representing Ajaokuta Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Hon. Sanni Egidi Abdulraheem has been appointment, Chairman, House of Representatives Adhoc Committee on illegal mining. This was announced by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, during the house plenary on Wednesday 23 July 2025. Hon. Abdulraheem, Who broke the cheering news to Journalists on Wednesday, shortly after the announcement said “In the course of handling emerging national matters before the House, I have been appointed to serve as the Chairman of the Ad-hoc Committee on Illegal Mining. “I deeply appreciate the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen…

In his commitment to doing things differently and truly representing the interests of his constituents, the member representing Ajaokuta Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Hon Sanni Egidi Abdulraheem, has again secured appointments for three members of his constituents in the federal fire service. This is in addition to several other appointments he has so far secured for his constituents in the last two years, as member representing the good people of Ajaokuta Federal Constituency. The Reps Member who declared this to Journalists on Friday said “I am pleased to share that we’ve successfully secured job opportunities in the…