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By James Sani Sons and daughters of Agada-Ogbabede in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State have renewed their commitment to working collectively towards the growth, unity and sustainable development of the community. The commitment was reaffirmed in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, when indigenes of the community gathered for the Mid-Year Annual General Meeting of the Agada Development Association (ADA), held at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat, Lokoja. The meeting brought together representatives of Agada branches across the 30 states of the federation, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in a demonstration of unity and shared determination to advance the interests and development of the community. Speaking at the gathering, the National President of the Agada Development Association, Mr. Gabriel Isah Odiba, called on sons and daughters of Agada to remain united and committed to the collective advancement of the community. Odiba urged memb...

The Kogi State Chapter of the African Democratic Congress has strongly and unequivocally condemned the barbaric, cowardly and unwarranted violent attacks unleashed on its loyal party members in Kogi Local Government Area saying reports reaching us indicate that our members were brutally attacked, harassed and injured while carrying out their legitimate and constitutionally guaranteed political activities.  The statement by the state chairman of the party Hon Tom Zakari particularly noted that this act of political thuggery and intolerance is not only an attack on the ADC family but an attack on democracy itself. The statement categorically explained that: 1.  The ADC is a peaceful and law-abiding party. We will not be intimidated or cowed into silence by violence. 2.  No amount of thuggery will stop the will of the people. The people of Kogi LGA have chosen the ADC as their party of hope, and no attack can reverse that. 3.  We call on the Nigeria Police F...

OKENE, KOGI STATE — The Top Management and Heads of Departments of the Confluence University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital (CUSTECH Teaching Hospital), Okene, have passed a vote of confidence in the Chief Medical Director, Dr. Shaibu Stephen Babatunde, commending his leadership, commitment and contributions to the growth and development of the institution. The vote of confidence followed a meeting of the hospital’s management team and Heads of Departments, during which members reviewed the progress of the hospital under the leadership of Dr. Babatunde. In their remarks, the management and departmental heads acknowledged the CMD’s efforts toward strengthening healthcare delivery, improving institutional capacity, promoting staff welfare and creating an environment conducive to effective service delivery. They also commended his leadership style, which they described as purpose-driven, inclusive and focused on continuous improvement, noting that his ...

Thousands of supporters and well-wishers thronged the palace of the Prime Minister of the Igala Kingdom, the Achadu Oko Attah, His Royal Majesty Yusuf Atama Ameadaji II, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) Senatorial candidate for Kogi East, Chief Dr. Joseph Ameh Erico, paid a courtesy visit to the revered traditional ruler. The atmosphere around the palace was electrifying as party faithful, youths, women groups and community leaders turned out in large numbers to welcome the APC standard-bearer, chanting slogans and expressing confidence in his leadership aspirations. Speaking during the visit, Chief Erico assured the people of his commitment to unlocking the economic potential of Kogi East through the development of its vast mineral resources. He said the abundant natural resources in Idah Federal Constituency, particularly the Ibaji Oil and Gas deposits, remain critical assets that could transform the fortunes of the area if properly harnessed. “I am fully committed ...

As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary today, the Director-General, Kogi State Government House Administration, Alhaji Dr. Umar Shuaibu Oricha, is also celebrating his 66th birthday, creating a remarkable coincidence that links a personal milestone with the anniversary of the nation he has spent decades serving.  Born on October 1, 1960, Oricha's journey mirrors, in many respects, the evolution of independent Nigeria, a life shaped by public service, responsibility, perseverance and commitment to his people. Dr. Oricha, who is widely described as an experienced administrator, currently serves as Director-General, Government House Administration, under the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, having previously served in the same capacity during the administration of former Governor Yahaya Bello. A profile published by Radio Kogi describes him as a resourceful, diligent and result-oriented manager of human and material resources, while highlighting hi...

By Mohamed Eneojo When a man asks to be entrusted with the affairs of thousands of people, it is only fair to ask a simple question: what has he done with responsibility before now? That is where the story of Chief Dr. Joseph Ameh Erico becomes compelling. Before politics came calling, Erico was already building. Before seeking a mandate, he was already managing people. Before asking to represent Kogi East at the Red Chambers, he had already taken on the responsibility of creating jobs, coordinating personnel and running a security organisation that grew from a modest beginning into an enterprise employing thousands. Thousands of men and women whose work, salaries and livelihoods are connected to an organisation require structure, discipline, planning and accountability. You cannot manage such a system with empty brains. You need capacity. You need experience. And that is precisely why it is believed Erico's experience deserves to be transformed from managing people to ...