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KOGI POLY MANAGEMENT CONDOLES WITH OBARO OF KABBA ON THE PASSING OF HIS WIFE, OLORI MARIA IGE OWONIYI The Management of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, led by the Rector, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, has extended its heartfelt condolences to His Royal Majesty, Oba Solomon Dele Owoniyi, the Obaro of Kabba, on the passing of his beloved wife, Olori Maria Ige Owoniyi. During a condolence visit to the palace on Tuesday, 24thy March , 2025, in Kabba, Kogi State, Professor Usman expressed deep sorrow over the irreparable loss, describing Olori Maria Ige Owoniyi as a remarkable woman whose contributions…
By Stephen Adeleye Lokoja, March 25, 2025 The Zonal Director, North Central Directorate, National Orientation Agency (NOA), Dr. Priscilla Gondoaluor, has restated the agency’s dedication to the National Identity Project, aimed at promoting national unity, stability, and progress. Speaking to newsmen during her familiarization tour to Kogi State, at NOA Headquarters Lokoja, Gondoaluor emphasized the importance of collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure the project’s full implementation. She said the primary objective of the National Identity Project is to create a sense of belonging and shared identity among Nigerians, which will in turn promote national unity, stability, and progress. She…
By Michael Jegede The Governor of Cross River State, Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, on March 15, 2025, was among some eminent Nigerians and quintessential achievers honoured and celebrated by Independent Newspapers Limited for their huge contributions in the service to humanity, national development, socio-economic growth and societal advancement. The Cross River helmsman, seen by many as a compassionate, pragmatic, purposeful leader, and resourceful problem-solver, was conferred with the Independent Governor of the Year Award on Economic Transformation during the Independent Awards 2024 Ceremony held at the Convention Centre of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Otu’s Governor…
By Rotimi Odofin It is imperative that the Kogi Government promptly initiates enforcement measures to ensure that raw materials are properly covered during transportation by articulated vehicles throughout Kogi State. This is essential for safeguarding public health and safety. The enforcement of legislation regarding the covering of raw materials during transportation by articulated vehicles is crucial for public health and safety. This issue stems from the potential dangers associated with uncovered loads, including environmental pollution, road safety hazards, and health risks for citizens. The importance of enforcing laws that mandate the covering of raw materials is evident in the increasing…
Lokoja, March 24, 2025 In a move aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of the institution’s operations and charting a course for improved healthcare delivery, Nze Chidi Duru, OON, the newly appointed Board Chairman of the Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja (FTHL), would embarked on a maiden visit to the facility on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. It would be recalled that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on January 9, 2025, announced the appointed board chairpersons for 42 federal organisations in which Nze Chidi Duru from Anambra State, was appointed as Board Chairman of FTHL. The appointments was with immediate…
Member of the House of Representatives, representing Warri Federal Constituency in Delta State, Rt. Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi, on Saturday, hosted Arewa Muslims and other Islamic faithfuls in his constituency to an Iftar dinner in Warri, the commercial hub of the state. The Islamic faithfuls, including Imams, women and youths, were drawn from the various mosques in Warri Federal Constituency, particularly those in Warri and neighbouring Effurun. Members of the political class in Warri South, Warri South West and Warri North LGAs, which made up the Warri Federal Constituency, were present at the gathering. Seated to join Ereyitomi to host the…
The Kogi State Government has assured retirees that pension and gratuity payments are now processed transparently, eliminating the need for personal connections or lobbying before benefits are paid to retirees. Director-General of the Kogi State Pension Commission, Mariam Abedo, disclosed this in an Exclusive Chat with the Special Adviser on Media, Ismaila Isah who was on a courtesy visit to her office in Lokoja. She explained that the government has introduced a technology-driven payment system that ensures fairness and efficiency. “Once a retiree’s documentation is complete, their payment is processed without any influence. We currently process over 200 retirees daily,”…
By Stephen Adeleye Lokoja, March 23, 2024 The All Progressive Congress (APC) Senator, representing Kogi West Senatorial District, Sen. Sunday Karimi, has come out in defense of former Governor Yahaya Bello, stating that recent events in the Senate have vindicated the ex-governor’s stance. Sen. Karimi, expressed his disappointment in a press statement made available journalists on Saturday in Lokoja, amidst a heated controversy surrounding Sen. Natasha’s conduct in the Senate. According to him, the ongoing face-off between Senator Natasha Akpoti Udaughan and Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has brought shame and embarrassment to Kogi State. Karimi expressed dismay that…
The Okun Ladies Association, under the leadership of Honorable Ann Ajagun, wishes to extend our heartfelt condolences to the Obaro of Kabba on the recent passing of his wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with him during this difficult time. Offering condolences is a meaningful way to show compassion and support to those who are grieving, especially to a respected traditional ruler like the Obaro of Kabba who is mourning the loss of his beloved spouse. It is a gesture that goes beyond mere formality, as it serves as a demonstration of our solidarity and unwavering support. In various…
Hon. Ibikunle Idowu, the lawmaker representing Yagba West in the Kogi State House of Assembly and Minority Leader, has reacted to a viral video circulating on social media, clarifying the context and purpose of the empowerment program. In the widely shared footage, Idowu was seen distributing motorcycle tyres to commercial riders in Yagba West, an act that has drawn mixed reactions from the public. While some critics have questioned the relevance of the initiative, the lawmaker has described the program as a well-thought-out intervention during a period of economic hardship. Speaking to journalists on Thursday, Idowu explained that the empowerment…