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In every thriving democracy, the strength of leadership is measured not only by influence at the top but by impact at the grassroots. It is in the villages, markets, wards, and communities where true political relevance is built and sustained. Today, we celebrate a shining example of grassroots leadership, a man whose dedication to…
For many children, going to school should be one of the safest parts of their day. It should be a place of learning, hope, friendship, and opportunity. Yet for one young girl in a rural community, a routine school day became a frightening reminder of the challenges many children still face in their pursuit…
A Lokoja High Court presided by justice Etsu Muhammad Umar has dismissed a suit challenging the nomination, approval and installation of HRM Alaji Mathew Opaluwa Oguche Akpa 11 as the Ata Igala for lacking credible evidence . In his ruling on Wednesday , Justice Umar said the claimant , Prince Abdullahi Adejo Aliyu Obaje…
Prince Olatunji Olusoji has congratulated the Project Coordinator of Kogi State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes, ACReSAL, Barr. Ladi Ahmed Jatto, OON, on the 2026 Distinguished Public Service Award on Institutional Performance and Service Delivery. In a statement issued to newsmen in Lokoja, Prince Olatunji described the award as well deserved, attributing it to…
Kogi State Government has flagged off the Integrated 1st Round Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Campaign, with services across the state. The flag-off ceremony held on Thursday in Lokoja had traditional rulers, religious leaders, development partners, health workers and community members in attendance. The state’s…
The National Leadership and the entire membership of the Ogori Students’ Association (OSA) received with profound sorrow the news of the passing of Dr. Segun Keyi, a distinguished former National President and an outstanding son of Ogori whose life exemplified service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to community development. Dr. Keyi was a visionary leader…
2027: Ifelodun APC stakeholders back Speaker Danladi’s Guber Candidacy * Laud renewed efforts in tackling insecurity Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin Stakeholders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have reaffirmed their support for Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the party’s governorship candidate, Rt. Hon. Engr. Yakubu…
The Christoffel Blind Mission, CBM, on Tuesday began a 2-day Media Engagement and Training for Journalists on Disability Law in Kogi State, with a call for accurate and ethical reporting on disability issues. The training, themed “Engagement And Training For Journalists On Disability Law In Kogi State,” is aimed at improving journalists’ knowledge…
The Movement for the Emancipation of Kogi State, MEKSTA, has urged traditional rulers in Okunland to dignify their stools and refuse to be used as agents of division, warning that alleged political scheming ahead of the 2027 elections threatens the unity of Kogi West. MEKSTA gave the admonition in a statement on Thursday in…
The Kogi State Government has reiterated its commitment to promoting inclusivity and safeguarding the rights of persons with disabilities, particularly the deaf community, as it declared open the 3rd Edition of the North Central Association of the Deaf (NCAD) Zonal Conference. The State Head of Service, Falilat Yusuf Musa, made this known in a…
