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TROOPS IN JOINT OPERATION RESCUE 21 KIDNAP VICTIMS IN KOGI

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By Our Reporter Troops of 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, in a coordinated joint operation with the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, local hunters and vigilante groups, have successfully rescued 21 kidnapped victims in Kogi State. The operation was conducted on 31 August 2026 in the Egume and Ochaja forest areas of Dekina Local Government Area. According to a Press statement made available to News men in Lokoja by the Assignment Director Army Public Relations, Hassan Abdullahi,the operation followed reports of a mass abduction of road users along the Alloma–Ejule–Itobe road axis. Acting on credible intelligence, troops, alongside other security agencies, local hunters and vigilantes, mobilised from Headquarters 21 Battalion and conducted a coordinated search of the adjoining forests. During the operation, the joint team successfully rescued all 21 kidnapped victims, comprising 8 males and 13 females, from the Egume and Ochaja forest areas. Unfortun...
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Ododo, Benue Deputy Gov, Others Grace Joel Salifu’s Daughter’s Colourful Wedding in Lokoja

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Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has joined the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Comrade Joel Salifu, and his family to celebrate the marriage of their daughter, Dorcas Ojochegbe Joel, to Mr Daniel Semako. The Church wedding ceremony, held in Lokoja on Saturday, was a colourful celebration, bringing together top government officials, politicians, family members, friends and well-wishers from within and outside the state. The event was marked by beautiful decorations, good music and an atmosphere of joy.  Among the distinguished guests were; the Deputy Governor of Benue State, His Excellency Dr. Barr. Sam Ode, mni, who chaired the reception ceremony, the Deputy Majority Leader of the Federal House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Ibrahim Halims, Deputy Speaker Kogi state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Comfort Nwuchiola Egwaba, Secretary to the Government of Kogi State, Mrs Folashade Arike Ayoade, Ph.D, APC Kogi East Senatorial C...
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KOGI ADC CONGRATULATES ITS HOUSE OF REP CANDIDATE FOR LKJ /KOTO FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY ON CHIEFTANCY TITLE CONFERED ON HIM

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The Kogi State chapter of African Democratic Congress has described the Chieftancy title Confered on its candidate for Lokoja/ Koto Federal Constituency Alhaji Ahmed Adamu Danjuma(Quincy) as the New ABAOBARE of Tajimi-Oworo Kingdom as well deserved The statement by the  chairman of the party, Hon Tom Zakari on behalf of the State Executive Committee, leadership and entire members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kogi state heartily congratulate Alhaji Ahmed Adamu on the conferment of the prestigious chieftaincy title  on him by His Royal Highness Oba Joseph Abdullahi Manasara MEDU, the Obaro of Tajimi-Oworo Kingdo Hon Tom Zakari described the honor as a testament to his outstanding service, people-oriented and invaluable contributions to the development of the area The statement assured that the ADC family was proud to identify with this milestone and  pray that this title will usher him into greater heights of service to humanity.  Hassan Abub...
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You Were A True Party Man - Kogi PDP Chairman Hon. Gambo Eulogizes Late Bassa LG Chairman, Alhaji Adama Ibrahim*

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By our Reporter The Kogi State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Muhammed Gambo, has described the late Chairman of the party in Mozum Ward and a stalwart in Bassa Local Government Area, Alhaji Adama Ibrahim, as a true and loyal party man who remained firm till his last breath. Hon. Gambo stated this while speaking at the Fidau prayer held in honour of the deceased in Mozum, Bassa LGA of Kogi State. According to the State Chairman, the late Adama was a man whose consistency and loyalty to the party was never in doubt. "His consistency was not in doubt. In good times and difficult times for our party, Alhaji Adama remained firm. He never wavered. He was loyal to the party till his last breath. That is the definition of a true party man," Hon. Gambo said. He noted that the late chairman was a humble grassroots mobilizer who gave his all for the growth and stability of the PDP in Mozum and Bassa Local Government Area at large. Other dig...
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No New Onu Igala Installed Yet, Ganaja Community Still Peaceful — Anaja Gaku*

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The Anaja Gaku of Ganaja Community in Ajaokuta Local Government Area, *Alhaji Abubakar Yakubu Jibrin*, has clarified that the stool of Onu Igala, Ganaja remains vacant, dismissing claims making the rounds on social media that a new traditional ruler has been installed. The Anaja Gaku stated this when he received newsmen in his palace at Ganaja on Tuesday. Speaking through an interpreter, the traditional ruler said the lingering issue surrounding the Onu Igala of Ganaja stool has been on for a long time, but no appointment has been made yet. According to him, following the demise of the former Onu Igala, Ganaja, consultations are still ongoing among the relevant ruling houses. He noted that while some groups have claimed it is the turn of Idah, Ankpa and others, the community is yet to take a final decision. Alhaji Jibrin said as the paramount ruler of Ganaja, it is his responsibility to ensure that due process is followed in line with tradition, and that whoever will emerge...
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ANNOUNCEMENT: 40 DAYS FIDAU PRAYERS FOR LATE ALHAJI DR IBRAHIM IDRIS CON (IBRO)

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ANNOUNCEMENT: 40 DAYS FIDAU PRAYERS FOR LATE ALHAJI DR IBRAHIM IDRIS CON (IBRO) This is to notify the general public that the 40 Days Fidau Prayers for our late father, leader and statesman, *Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Idris CON (IBRO)*, former Executive Governor of Kogi State, will take place as follows: *Date:* 29th October, 2026  *Venue:* Residence of HE Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Idris at Abejukolo, Omala Local Government Area of Kogi State  *Time:* 10:00 AM Prompt All family members, friends, well-wishers, political associates and members of the public are cordially invited  Come One, Come All May Almighty Allah accept our prayers and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus Signed: *Hon Alhaji Musa Ibrahim Ahmadu PhD OON Chairman, 40th Day Prayers Organising Committee
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Group Petitions Gov. Ododo Over Idah LGA Secretary Appointment, Demands Indigenous Replacement

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A group, Concerned Citizens of Idah, has called on Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo, to review the appointment of the Secretary of Idah Local Government Area. In a press statement signed by Chief Akwu Goodman and made available to newsmen on Monday in Idah, the group alleged marginalization in the appointment of key officials in the local government. The group claimed that the current Secretary of Idah LGA, Grace Parker, is not an indigene of the area, alleging that she hails from Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.  According to the statement, the position of Local Government Secretary should be occupied by an indigene of Idah, which the group described as the ancestral headquarters of the Igala Kingdom. "Idah is home to numerous highly educated and capable women of integrity. To repeatedly appoint a non-indigenous person to the position of Local Government Secretary is unacceptable to the people of Idah," the statement quoted Goodman as sa...
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