Politics

  Today, some political stakeholders of Kogi State would assemble in the capital city of Lokoja to embark on an inquest into the politics of equity, justice, and fairness in the confluence state. At stake is the 2027 gubernatorial trophy. I was recently invited in my personal capacity and in recognition of my long standing…

Power Rotation Summit: Dialogue Necessary for Peace, Unity in Kogi — Chief Olugbemi Femi By Our Correspondent The Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Democracy Newsline Newspaper, and Chairman,  Okun Media Professionals, Chief Olugbemi Femi, has thrown his weight behind the proposed Power Rotation Summit in Kogi State, describing the initiative as an important platform for dialogue,…

The JAGABAN/ODODO Students’ Mandate 2027, Kogi State Chapter, on Tuesday officially launched its Campus Ambassadors Initiative, aimed at deepening civic engagement and political participation among students. The launch, which held at Children Amusement Park,Lokoja, brought together student leaders and representatives from the twelve tertiary institutions in the state. Welcoming guests, the Coordinator Jagaban/Ododo Students Mandate…

  Alhaji Yusuf Salihu (HAJOHS)* has called on communities across Bassa/Dekina Federal Constituency to approach the 2027 political process with unity, mutual respect and a commitment to inclusive representation. In a statement he issued in Lokoja today, HAJOHS said his aspiration to represent the constituency should not be viewed as a contest against any particular…

  A socio-political organisation, Progressive Alliance for Justice, Unity and Democracy International Movement (PAJUD-IM), has rejected claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is biased against Northern Nigeria, describing the allegations as politically motivated and unsupported by facts. The group, in a statement signed by its Country Representative, Comrade Yakubu Dan Abba, said the allegations were…

*North Central Group Lauds Tinubu, Armed Forces Collaboration for Return of Peace to Benue* The North Central Youth Development and Peace Agenda has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian Armed Forces for the collaborative efforts that are restoring peace to Benue State and other parts of the North Central region. The group specifically…

  Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Special Adviser to the Kogi State Governor on South-South Mobilization, Hon. Abu Micheal, has rallied massive support for the second term bids of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, as Ijaw Communities resident in Kogi State declared total and unalloyed loyalty to the All…

  Being a National Press Conference Address Delivered By Dr. Tom Ohikere, An Ebira Man From Okene, Kogi Central, Two-Term Former Commissioner for Information, Kogi State, and Convener, Coalition for Better Kogi State, Abuja, 28th September, 2026 Gentlemen of the Press, Let me tell you who I am. I am Dr. Tom Ohikere. I am…

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) Kogi East Senatorial Candidate for the 2027 general elections, Chief Dr. Joseph Ameh Erico, has reaffirmed his commitment to the sustainable development of Okaba community and a stronger partnership with its people. He made the commitment during the inauguration of the Okaba Community Development Association (OCDA) National Executive Council…

  The Forum of Senior Special Assistants to the Governors of North Central states has appointed the Kogi East All Progressives Congress (APC) Senatorial Candidate, Chief Dr. Joseph Ameh Erico, as its National Adviser. The appointment was announced when members of the forum paid a courtesy visit to Erico in his office as part of…