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The Senator representing Kofi West Senatorial District, Sunday Karimi, has assured that the National Assembly will enact laws to enforce Supreme Court’s ruling on local government financial autonomy, backing President Bola Tinubu’s stance. Karimi, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Services, while speaking to constituents during the yuletide break, recalled the July 25, 2024…

Kwara: Three suspects in police net for alleged arson ‎ Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin ‎The Kwara State Police Command has arrested three persons for alleged arson at Isale Koko Area, Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. ‎ A statement by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, said: “The Kwara State Police Command is aware of a…

  The Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf has poured encomium on his Deputy, Rt. Hon. C0mfort Ojoma Nwuchiola Egwaba on the occasion of her birthday. The Speaker described Rt. Hon. Ojoma as the mother of the Assembly, a woman of virtue, excellence, and intelligent in legislative duty, and…

Kidnappers place N450m ransom on Kwara monarch, son, others Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The abductors of the traditional ruler of Aafin community, in the Ifelodun local government area of Kwara State, Oba Simeon Olaonipekun, his son, and other abducted residents, have demanded a total ransom of N450 million for their release, heightening concerns over the…

Press statement by Prince Friday Ogungbemi on the welfare of Yagba West LGA people no celebration in the area this season.   PALPABLE FEAR EVERYWHERE Palpable fears envelopes the people of Yagba West LGA as they organize cross – over services 12 hours ahead schedule The question on everybody’s lips is how did we get…

  The Director-General / Chief Executive Officer, Energy Commission of Nigeria Dr Abdullahi Mustapha has extended his heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo as he marks his birthday. In a statement the Director-General ECN personally signed and made available to newsmen on Thursday, he lauded Governor Ododo’s extraordinary leadership, particularly his developmental…

  Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has signed into law two key revenue bills, aligning with the Federal Government’s new tax reforms. The laws include: 1. Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (Establishment) Law, 2025. 2. Kogi State Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Law, 2025. This move is expected to boost State revenue, enhance…

  As we step into the New Year, I extend my warm and sincere greetings to all Ogori sons and daughters, both at home and in the diaspora. Today marks a fresh beginning. As God makes all things new, may 2026 usher in renewal, favour, and steady progress for you and your family. May the…

Traditional ruler, son kidnapped in Kwara palace attack Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin There was palpable fear and panic in Aafin community in the Ile-Ire District of Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State on Wednesday night as gunmen stormed the agrarian community and abducted the traditional ruler, Oba Simeon Olaonipekun, and one of his sons,…

  Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has pledged renewed efforts towards economic growth and shared prosperity under his administration. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media Hon. Ismaila Isah, the Governor reflected on the progress made in 2025, noting steady improvements in the state’s economy and the successful implementation of policies…