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OGORI/MAGONGO – In a significant political development, a distinguished son of Ogori/Magongo, Nathaniel Orayen Mosisuga, has officially declared his interest to contest for the position of Chairman in the forthcoming local government elections under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Mr. Mosisuga, an astute and well-established Architect based in Abuja, has taken a decisive step towards translating his professional expertise into community development by formally consulting with the critical stakeholders of the two constituent communities. Understanding the importance of grassroots endorsement, the aspirant embarked on a consultative tour, engaging traditional rulers, chiefs, religious leaders, various Agbade and…
By Stephen Adeleye Lokoja, Oct. 6, 2025 The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria, has called for collective efforts to amplify girls’ voices, celebrate their accomplishments, and advocate for policies that protect their health and futures. AHF Nigeria made the call in a statement issued on Wednesday in Lokoja, by its Senior Advocacy & Marketing Manager, Mr Steve Aborishade, as part of activities to commemorate the International Day of the Girl (IDG) 2025. According to AHF Nigeria, the IDG, observed annually on October 11, is a time to celebrate girls’ accomplishments, amplify their voices, and advocate for policies that…
By Aminu Adamu Aminu The restoration of hope for Nigerians and the effectiveness of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) in delivering tangible, evidence-based, and progressive reforms are no longer matters of doubt or mere sloganeering among Nigerians and residents. These are not empty campaign promises but the reality of a new political order—a game-changer reshaping narratives, particularly in the petroleum sector, where the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) is championing transformative reforms. What began two years ago, upon President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s assumption of office, as an ambitious plan has evolved into a practical force, changing lives…
By Adegboyega Segun In an effort to eliminate insecurity and criminality out of Kogi State, the Executive Governor of the state, His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo on Monday visited Isanlu Esa, Okoloke, Okunran, in Yagba West Local Government Area of the state. The Governor, during the visit, banned illegal mining and vowed to eliminate criminality and banditry out of the state. Governor Ododo commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his maximum support to see that criminality and banditry are eliminated completely from the state and the nation at large. He also applauded the National Security Adviser, Mallam…
The more I investigate the controversy surrounding the allegation that the Minister of Science and Technology, Geoffrey Uchechukwu Nnaji didn’t graduate from UNN in July 1985, the more convinced I am that UNN Vice Chancellor, Prof. Simon Ortuanya acted very unprofessionally. I graduated from Unilorin and very well know that it is not the duty of a Vice Chancellor to keep academic records. It is the Registrar’s. Even when Premium Times contacted the VC, who, by the way, had barely been in office for two months, the least Prof. Ortuanya should have done was to have minuted the PT…
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has called on residents of the state to strengthen collaboration with security agencies by providing credible intelligence that will help in winning the ongoing fight against criminal elements in the state. The Governor made the call over the weekend during a stopover at Gegu community, Kogi Local Government Area where he was warmly received by residents who trooped out to welcome him on his return from national engagements. Governor Ododo commended members of the Gegu community for their unity, communal spirit, and commitment to peace, describing such values as vital for effective…
By Prof. Owo Chinweuba In a time when misinformation often masquerades as truth, integrity demands that facts be clearly stated and upheld. The recent fabrications circulating about the academic history of Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, are not only misleading but also a deliberate affront to truth and intellectual honor. As someone who studied alongside Chief Uche Nnaji at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), I affirm without hesitation that he duly graduated from the institution. His inclusion in the list forwarded by UNN to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for…
The political landscape of Kogi State continues to gather momentum as the race for the forthcoming State Assembly election intensifies. Amid this growing anticipation, the people of Yagba East have received a fresh wave of optimism following the official declaration of ambition by Alhaji Maruf Salimonu, a respected businessman, philanthropist, and community advocate. Alhaji Salimonu made his intention known during a courtesy visit to the palace of HRM Oba Lamidi Ayeni, the Elejuku of Ejuku kingdom, yagba East and to his political mentor, Alhaji Taofiq Isah, former ALGON Chairman and Director General of the Kogi State Utility…
Participants Throng Dangote Pavilion As Company Marks Special Day At Abuja Fair The pavilion of the Dangote Group became a mecca on Saturday as participants swarmed around the company at the ongoing 20th Abuja International Trade Fair. The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) had projected that the 2025 Fair will attract over 100,000 participants from across Nigeria and beyond. Dangote Group marks its Special Day at the weekend Visitors to the company’s pavilion expressed interest in Dangote Refinery and the Group’s wide range of products. A visibly delighted visitor, Peter Abdul, who spoke to newsmen at the…