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2027: Ex-FCC boss joins Senate race in Kwara, backs Tinubu’s re-election Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin Former Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Dr. Muheebat Dankaka, has formally declared her intention to contest the Senate seat for the Kwara South Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections, while throwing her weight behind President Bola Ahmed…
Dr. Mahmoud Bala Alfa has formally picked the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial nomination and expression of interest forms to contest for the Kogi East Senatorial District seat. Speaking after completing the process, Dr. Alfa described the moment as a major step in a journey that has been focused on delivering effective and…
Kwara Police Crack Kidnapping Syndicate, Arrest Six Suspects ” Recover Arms Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Kwara State Police Command has recorded another operational breakthrough in its sustained continuous offensive against kidnapping, with the arrest of six suspected kidnappers and the recovery of firearms following a coordinated intelligence driven operation in Baruten Local Government Area….
Comrade Omeiza M. Audu, popularly known as Troy, has formally obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination form to contest for the Okene/Ogori-Magongo Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 general elections. Audu, son of the late Ojo Scout, described the move as a “clear and decisive step driven by responsibility, vision, and commitment to…
The Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Comfort Ojoma Nwuchiola Egwaba, joined workers across the state in commemorating the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration held at the Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre, Lokoja. The event, hosted by the Kogi State Government, brought together key government officials, labour leaders, and stakeholders to…
NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL FROM KOGI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY RACE Gbedde Constituency I, Hon. Obanewo Titus Femi, wish to formally announce my withdrawal from the race for the Kogi State House of Assembly, representing the good people of Gbedde Constituency. This decision comes after thoughtful consultations, intervention and Special Request of His Excellency, the Executive…
Not every leader begins with privilege. Engr. Bashiru Gegu grew up with little, in a setting where opportunities were scarce and expectations were low. Few would have predicted that the quiet village boy would one day hold a position of influence in Kogi State. That changed when two leaders, former Governor Yahaya Bello and…
Workers’ Day: NLC Commends Ododo, Demands Reinstatement of 441 Workers The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kogi State Council, has commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for key worker-friendly policies while urging his administration to address pressing welfare and structural challenges affecting civil servants across the state. The State NLC Chairman, Comrade Amari Gabriel, made the call…
The Senator representing Kwara Central, Saliu Mustapha, has called on Nigerian workers to prioritise industrial harmony and constructive engagement as the nation navigates its path to economic recovery. In his Workers’ Day message, Mustapha encouraged labour unions to embrace dialogue, mutual understanding, and collaboration with the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He emphasised…
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has affirmed that the Senate remains unwavering in its commitment to legislating for a living wage, safer workplaces, pension reforms, and policies that expand job creation and protect the dignity of labor. He explained that the 10th National Assembly recognized the challenges workers face, from rising…
