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In a significant step, the Dangote Packaging Limited(DPL) has commissioned some state-of-the-art machinery to enhance its production capabilities. At the commissioning of the machinery on Wednesday, the Managing Director/Chief Eexecutive Officer of DPL, Mr. Sai Prakash explained the salient features of the new machinery and described them as the latest “state of the art” technology. He added that the introduction of these machinery is a major accomplishment and would contribute to improved productivity and improved quality of the bags being produced from Obajana Plant. In the same vein, the Group Managing Director, Dangote Cement Plc, Mr, Arvind Pathak, who graced…

The National Youth Council of Nigeria, (NYCN) Kogi State Chapter has appealed to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to call to order some aggrieved council of past Chairmen who are determined to cause crisis in the State. The Kogi State Chairman of NYCN Comrade Ben Jerry made the call at a press conference held at the Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ) Secretariat in Lokoja. Jerry posited that the current executive in Kogi State are not in any crisis adding that, under his leadership, a free, fair and credible election was conducted in three Local Government Area of Kogi East.…

Kogi State Coordinators of National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has passed a vote of confidence on Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo leadership in the state. This was part of the resolution of the meeting with the newly elected NYCN Local Government Coordinators across the State held at the office of the State Commissioner of Youth and Sports Development in Lokoja. Speaking during the meeting, former Chairman of the State Council, Comrade Bala Ibrahim said the decision to pass a vote of confidence on the Governor was unanimously taken by the critical stakeholders and the twenty one Local Government Coordinators of…

Olamaboro Local Government Coordinator of National Youth Council of Nigeria, Comrade Daniel Edoka has Congratulated Kogi State Sports Commissioner on election as Organizing Secretary, Nigeria forum of Commissioners for Youth and Sports Development in Nigeria. In a statement on Thursday, Comrade Daniel Edoka described the election of Hon. Monday Anyebe as well deserved, noting that his performance so far has been very inspiring. He expressed optimism that the Kogi State Commissioner of Sports will contribute meaningfully to the advancement of the forum which will further add value to sports development in the Country. The NYCN Coordinator urged the Commissioner to…

. Tompolo, the Chairman of TSSNL, praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary leadership and commitment to excellence in selecting seasoned professionals to steer the affairs of NNPCL. Tompolo expressed confidence in the new management’s ability to drive the ongoing restructuring of NNPCL to greater heights, particularly in ramping up local refining capacity and increasing Nigeria’s crude oil production. He assured the new leadership team of TSSNL’s unwavering support in executing their mandate and pledged to collaborate in securing Nigeria’s oil assets. The TSSNL chairman urged the new management to remain focused, innovative, and diligent in delivering on their…

By Stephen Adeleye Lokoja, April 1, 2025 A seasoned agricultural expert, Dr. Tunde Arosanyin, FCIM, FCAI, has warned that Agricultural production in Okunland, Kogi West Senatorial district, is facing an existential threat from the recent escalating insecurity in the region. Dr. Arosanyin’s assertion underscores the imperative for swift action to protect farmers, ensure food security, and safeguard the region’s economic future. Presenting a paper on “The Impact of Insecurity on the Agricultural Value Chain in Okunland,” at Okun Development Association (ODA) Summit in Kabba, Dr. Arosanyin highlighted the devastating effects of insecurity on the sector. He emphasized the need for…

The Niger Delta Indigenous Movement For Radical Change (NDIMRC) has Congratulated the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engr.Bashir Bayo Ojulari, Mr. Austin Avuru on his appointment as a Non-Executive Director representing the South-South geopolitical zone on the Board of the NNPCL and others just brought on board. President Ahmed Bola Tinubu had on Wednesday made some new changes on the Board of the NNPCL that was put in place, November 2023. Ojulari, the new NNPCL boss, hails from Kwara State. Until his new appointment, He…

The House of Representatives Member, representing Ajaokuta Federal Constituency, Hon Sanni Egidi Abdulraheem, has called on traditional rulers, women and youths from the area to work for the peace and unity of the Land. The Reps Member who stated this on Tuesday while meeting with Royal fathers and women groups from across the Local Government, urged them to be security conscious and to always profile those who come to stay with them. While noting that he will always continue to support traditional institutions in the area to do their job, he however cautioned that they must always be…

By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh April 2, 2025. Lokoja, Nigeria. As Nigerians continue to rely on Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) for their daily financial transactions, a new trend of card swapping has emerged, leaving many victims bewildered and financially vulnerable. In this article, we will explore the root of this issue and provide guidance on how to avoid falling prey to this scam. *The Modus Operandi* The scam typically occurs when an ATM user inserts their card into the machine, only to have it retained or spat out. In many cases, the machine may appear to malfunction, prompting…

KOGI STATE GOVERNMENT PRESS STATEMENT 1. The attention of the Kogi State Government has been drawn to the reckless, malicious, and utterly false allegations made by the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan in her verified Facebook Page, in which she claims that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio should be held responsible if anything happens to her. 2. This is yet another desperate and calculated attempt by an incurable liar and serial manipulator to mislead the public, incite unrest, and present herself as a victim after deliberately violating the ban on…