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By Abu Michael Senator Sunday Karimi is a distinguished Nigerian politician, Engineer, and entrepreneur serving as a senator in the 10th National Assembly of Nigeria, representing Kogi West Senatorial District. Some key facts about Sen. Karimi is as follows: Early Life and Education: Born on March 10, 1962, in Egbe, Yagba West Local Government Area, Kogi State. He studied Production Engineering at Kwara State College of Technology, Ilorin, with distinction in 1979. There is the argument that Senator Sunday Karimi deserves another term for several reasons, this is anchored on the following: – Fulfillment of…
By Rotimi Odofin The Kogi State Government has received commendation for its commitment to ensuring the availability and accessibility of quality medicines for its citizens. During a recent working visit to the Kogi State Drugs and Medical Supplies Management Agency in Lokoja, a representative of the Honorable Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Pharm. Mrs. Onokwu Celine, who serves as the Coordinator of the National Products Supply Chain Management Programme, praised the state’s initiative in establishing a robust quality control laboratory unit within the Agency. This unit is a pioneering effort aimed at conducting quality assurance tests for all pharmaceutical…
By Rotimi Odofin The second day activities of the Kogi State Ministry of Health development of its Annual Operation Plan AOP commence with a recaps of the first day program followed by the goodwill messages from the development partners present. The AOP is being populated following a national template for the expected national standards. The Day Two Technical session focuses on populating activities and projects for the various ministry, departments, institutions, and agencies under the health sector of the state. The state Commissioner of Health, given his charges at the session, underscored…
Lokoja, Sept. 3, 2025 The National Orientation Agency (NOA), has launched a nationwide sensitisation campaign aimed at promoting national values, public safety, disaster preparedness, and citizen awareness of government programs. The Director General of NOA, Mall. Lanre Issa-Onilu, inaugurated the campaign during a press conference and stakeholders engagement meeting on Wednesday in Lokoja. Represented by Mrs Margaret Yenemi, Issa-Onilu said the campaign aimed at promoting national values, public safety, disaster preparedness, and citizen awareness of government programs. According to him, it focuses on five thematic areas: government programs, flood mitigation, national security awareness, national values re-orientation, and the Nigerian…
On this momentous occasion, I, Dr. Fashagba Paul Femi, Provost of Kogi State College of Education Ankpa, extend my heartfelt congratulations to the esteemed Deputy Leader of Ijumu Oke Parapo, Mrs. Saliu Habitat Omolola, as she celebrates her Unique birthday Anniversary. As we mark this special day, I reflect on the challenges you’ve overcome and the triumphs you’ve achieved. I’m grateful for the divine guidance and unwavering support that has blessed your life’s remarkable journey. I wish you continued success, prosperity, and fulfillment in every aspect of life. May the coming years bring you happiness, health, abundant victories,…
By Stephen Adeleye Lokoja, Sept. 3, 2025 (NAN) The Kogi government has banned incessant graduation ceremonies in basic and secondary schools across the state as part of reforms in the education sector. The decision was announced by the Commissioner for Education, Mr Wemi Jones, during a stakeholders’ meeting in Lokoja on Wednesday. The government also banned “students’ signing-out” ceremonies in tertiary institutions within and outside the state. Jones said incessant graduation ceremonies in nursery, primary, and secondary schools are prohibited in Kogi with immediate effect. He noted that the practice has become unaffordable, exerting financial pressure on parents and…
KOGI STATE GOVERNMENT PRESS RELEASE KOGI STATE GOVERNMENT CONGRATULATES HIS EXCELLENCY ARC. YOMI AWONIYI ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 65TH BIRTHDAY The Government and people of Kogi State heartily rejoice with an accomplished son of the state and former Deputy Governor, His Excellency Arc. Yomi Awoniyi, FNIA, as he marks his 65th birthday anniversary. In a congratulatory message, the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, described Arc. Awoniyi as “a man of conviction, an outstanding patriot, and a staunch believer in one Kogi and one Nigeria.” Governor Ododo commended the celebrant’s immense contributions…
By Rotimi Odofin The Kogi State Government has been recognized for its dedication to ensuring the availability and accessibility of quality medicines for its citizens. During a recent working visit to the Kogi State Drugs Management Agency in Lokoja, Pharmacist Mrs. Onokwu Celine, Coordinator of the National Products Supplies Chain Management Programme, commended the state’s efforts in establishing a robust quality control framework aimed at preventing the circulation of counterfeit products. Mrs. Onokwu also praised the state government for its proactive measures, including the signing of the Drug and Food Administration (DFA) bills into law, which further enhanced the…
The PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, led by High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Alias Tompolo), has felicitated with Vice President Kashim Shettima on his birthday. The group in a Press Release signed by Activist Sunday Adekanbi Asuku, National Coordinator, PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, praised the Vice President’s unwavering loyalty, commitment, and dedication to the Renewed Hope Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. They also commended his humility, resilience, and patriotic zeal, which continue to inspire Nigerians, especially the youth. Here Is The Full Press Release; PBAT Door-to-Door Movement Felicitates with Sen.Kashim Shettima Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria GCON on…
By Rotimi Odofin In a significant move to enhance the quality and accessibility of healthcare for the residents of Kogi State, the Kogi State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and various development partners, has commenced the development, harmonization, and finalization of the 2026 Annual Operation Plan (AOP) for the state health sector. The Kogi State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdulazeez Adams Adeiza inaugurated the AOP development session at the Barcelona Hotel, Blantyre Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja. During the inauguration, Dr. Adeiza emphasized that the AOP is intended to serve as a living…