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Water Resources ministry inaugurates Chairmen, management team of River Basins Authority with a two days Retreat. The ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has formerly Inaugurated Chairmen and executives Management team of the 12 River Basins development Authorities. Hon Abdullahi Sadiq was also inaugurated as Executive Director Agric Services Lower Niger River Basin. The event was conducted by the Hon Minister of Water resources and Sanitation Mr Joseph Utsev. According to the Minister, the purpose of the retreat is to discuss their respective roles towards ensuring good governance, and best practices in the Sector. He said the meeting with the…
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has called on the Adaba family to extend hands of fellowship, uphold unity, and peace as exemplified by the former deputy Governor. Governor Ododo made the call while attending the burial mass of the former Deputy Governor at the Christ the King Catholic Church in Okene on Friday. Governor Ododo described the late Chief Patrick Adaba, the pioneer Deputy Governor of Kogi State, as a founding pillar whose leadership, sacrifice, and dedication shaped the early years and formation of the state. In his tribute, Governor Ododo emphasized Chief Adaba’s significant role in establishing the…
By Stephen Adeleye Lokoja, May 2, 2025 A pressure group, the Coalition of Okun Youth Frontier has honored the Secretary Yagba East Local Government, Engr Kareem Musa, with the Doyen of Okun Youth Year 2025 Award for his outstanding contributions to youth development in the region. The Spoke person of the Coalition, Hon Ropo Akinola, who presented the award on Friday in Isanlu, said the honour was in recognition of Engr Musa’s exceptional leadership and commitment to youth development in the region. According to the coalition, Engr Musa’s youth-friendly personality and dedication to the youth’s interests made him an ideal…
In a solemn ceremony brimming with tears and heartfelt tributes, Kogi State Governor and a distinguished assembly of personalities came together to pay their final respects to the late Olori Marie Ige Owoniyi. The gathering, held in Kabba, served as a poignant commemoration of a life marked by goodness and a profound dedication to serving others. Representing Governor, His Excellency Usman Ododo, the Deputy Governor Comrade Joel Salifu delivered a speech that stirred emotions, showcasing Olori Marie’s renowned traits of peace, contentment, and selflessness. He lauded her as a woman of immense substance and courage, urging all present to uphold…
Every family in Nigeria have been advised to ensure they have an Engineer, particularly the female gender in their homes towards making the society great. Engr. Joan Ogwuche, Kogi State Coordinator, the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC), made the appeal while speaking as the guest Speaker at the Inauguration Ceremony of Engr. Attach Cecilia A. MNSE as the 4th APWEN Chairman and 2024/2025 Kogi Chapter Executives Confluence State The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria, Kogi State Chapter, is a division of Nigerian Society of Engineers. Speaking on the topic; “Striking the balance as a successful…
Kogi state chairman of Nigeria Union of Pensioners Clement Otaru Ohida, has renewed his appealed to kogi state government under the amiable leadership of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, to partner with Financial institutions to defray the long outing gratuity owed retirees. Elder[ Engr] Ohida who made the appeal while answering questions from Newsmen at the main bowl of President Muhammad Buhari public square Lokoja Lokoja ,explained that if the far reaching decision is taken it will help retirees to address their challenges in the present economic predicaments. He appreciated the Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo for the restoration of one…
The Special Adviser to Kogi State Governor on Labour matters, Comrade Onuh Edoka has urged workers in the state to begin to set their agenda ahead of the twenty twenty seven Governorship election. Edoka was speaking at a May Day Dinner organized as part of activities to mark the 2025 May Day celebration in the state. He noted that what was paramount about politics is that of interest, explaining that the prompt payment of Salaries to workers should be considered very seriously in order to avoid future regrets. “I want to tell you sincerely at the forum that Politics is…
in celebration of International Workers’ Day, the Acting Vice-Chancellor Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), Ekiti State, Nigeria, Professor Olubunmi Samuel Shittu, has paid glowing tribute to workers in the university, describing them as “the backbone of the university,” while announcing a series of reform initiatives aimed at improving labour rights in the university. Speaking in a statement released by the university Public Relations Officer, Mr. Foluso Ogunmodede to mark May Day, the Acting Vice-Chancellor lauded the resilience, strength, and unwavering dedication of workers in the university, saying without which the university may be alive to its responsibilities. Besides, he…
Mangal Cement Industry has confirmed that its operations are exclusively focused on its cement factory located in Iluhagba, Kogi State, Nigeria. This confirmation aims to set the record straight and reassure stakeholders about the company’s focus on cement production, re-emphasizing that its activities are limited to cement production and do not involve other mineral resources. This was made available to our correspondent, who visited the plant to clarify the viral video, correct the erroneous misconceptions and misinformation being spread by mischievous individuals on social media about the company’s scope of operations, and reinforce its commitment to the cement industry. However,…
…Implements 40-Year Career Service, 65-Year Retirement Age for Healthcare Professionals Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has approved an additional one-year tax relief for workers in the state, aimed at cushioning the impact of prevailing economic challenges and reaffirming his administration’s commitment to the welfare of workers. The extended tax relief builds on the initial tax holiday introduced in October 2024, coinciding with the implementation of the new national minimum wage of N72,500. The tax relief, initially set to end in October 2025, will now run until October 2026. Speaking during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration held at the Muhammadu…