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STUDENT FEE INCREMENT: FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC IDAH MANAGEMENT ENGAGES EXPANDED STUDENT LEADERSHIP, PROVIDES CLARIFICATION

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The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic Idah, Dr. Yahaya Baba Usman, yesterday held an expanded interactive meeting with the leadership of the student community and the Top Management Committee (TMC) of the Polytechnic. The meeting which was held at the Multipurpose Hall brought together the Students Union Government (SUG) Executive Council, Tribal heads, Departmental Executives, Class Representatives and the National Association of Kogi State Students (NAKOSS) Executive. The main agenda of the meeting was to address concerns and agitations trailing the recent adjustment in school fees as a result of the introduction of compulsory medical fitness and X-ray examination for students. The new medical policy had led to a slight increment in the overall payable fees, generating questions among the student body . Addressing the expanded student assembly, Dr. Usman, flanked by members of the TMC, took time to explain in detail the rationale behind the managem...
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Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf Campaign Organization Releases Unity Cup, Medical Outreach, Ward Rally Schedule.

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The Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf Campaign Organization for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency has unveiled its campaign timetable and campaign council directorates ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to the timetable released by the Organization and signed by the Director of Placement, Finance & Planning, Pst. Babagbemi Henry Gbenga, the campaign is structured in three phases. Phase 1, scheduled for 1st – 15th November, will feature flag-off, commissioning of campaign offices, commencement of strategic ward meetings, kickoff of the Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf Unity Cup 1 in Anyigba Township, 4th and 5th phases of medical outreach in Bassa LGA, pilot phase of Operation 1000, visits to flood victims in Bassa LGA, and commencement of ward rallies. Phase 2, from 16th November to 10th December, includes commencement of weekly polling unit meetings and agent recruitment exercise, 3rd and 4th phases of Operation 1000, 2nd phase of Operation 2000, semifinals and final of Unity Cup match...
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Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf Campaign Organization Releases Unity Cup, Medical Outreach, Ward Rally Schedule.

The Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf Campaign Organization for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency has unveiled its campaign timetable and campaign council directorates ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to the timetable released by the Organization and signed by the Director of Placement, Finance & Planning, Pst. Babagbemi Henry Gbenga, the campaign is structured in three phases. Phase 1, scheduled for 1st – 15th November, will feature flag-off, commissioning of campaign offices, commencement of strategic ward meetings, kickoff of the Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf Unity Cup 1 in Anyigba Township, 4th and 5th phases of medical outreach in Bassa LGA, pilot phase of Operation 1000, visits to flood victims in Bassa LGA, and commencement of ward rallies. Phase 2, from 16th November to 10th December, includes commencement of weekly polling unit meetings and agent recruitment exercise, 3rd and 4th phases of Operation 1000, 2nd phase of Operation 2000, semifinals and final of Unity Cup matches, 2nd Unit...
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Kogi Unveils Maiden Gov Ododo All Campus Games, 13 Institutions to Battle for Honours

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By Our Reporter. The Kogi State Government has announced preparations for the maiden edition of the Governor Ododo All Campus Games 2026. The Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Aridajo Monday Anyebe, made this known on Friday, 24th October, 2026, while briefing journalists in Lokoja. According to the Commissioner, the historic sporting event will bring together student-athletes from 13 tertiary institutions across the state to showcase their talents, skills and competitive spirit in a celebration of unity and healthy competition. The participating institutions are Kogi State University, Kabba; Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja; Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba; Nigeria-Korea Friendship Institute (KOICA), Lokoja; Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa; Kogi State College of Education (Technical), Mopa; Federal College of Education, Okene; College of Nursing Sciences, Obangede; Federal University Lokoja; Federal Polytechnic, Idah; ...
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Gov. Ododo Assess Fire Damage At Peelinks Electronics In Lokoja ...commends Quick Intervention of Fire Fighters, Security Agencies and Youths .

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By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh-Lokoja. Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, directed his Deputy, His Excellency Comrade Joel Salifu, to assess the damage caused by the fire outbreak at PEELINKS Electronics Limited in Lokoja. The Deputy Governor disclosed this when he visited the electronics mall on Thursday to assess the extent of the damage. He said he immediately informed the Governor when he received news of the fire outbreak on Wednesday evening,  the Governor directed him to visit the scene to see things for himself. Comrade Joel Salifu commended the men of the Nigeria Fire Service, Security agencies and youths of Lokoja for their quick response and support in helping to save goods from the burning building, noting that their actions helped to reduce the impact of the disaster. Earlier, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of PEELINKS Electronics Limited, Mr. Peter Onujeme, said he received a call from his staff at about ...
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2026 LG Poll: Kogi Govt Swears In Elected Chairmen, Charges Them on Rural Security, Accountability

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By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh . Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has charged the newly sworn-in chairmen of the twenty one  Local Government Areas of the State to strengthen rural security, ensure accountability in the management of public funds and prioritise grassroots development. Governor Ododo gave the charge on Wednesday through his Deputy, His Excellency Comrade Joel Salifu, during the swearing-in ceremony of the council chairmen at the Glass House, Government House, Lokoja. The Governor urged the council chairmen to work closely with security agencies, traditional rulers and community leaders to protect lives and property, stressing that no community in the state would be abandoned to criminal activities. He also called on them to prioritise rural roads, primary healthcare, basic education, environmental sanitation and programmes that create opportunities for youths and women. Congratulating the chairmen on their election, Odo...
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YPP Reps Candidate, Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf Rolls Out Campaign Council Directorates, Timetable for Dekina/Bassa.

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By Our Reporter. The campaign organization of Hon. Yusuf Adejoh Yusuf, candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency under the platform of the Young Progressive Party (YPP), has announced the official placement of members into various directorates of its Campaign Council and the commencement of grassroots mobilization. In a statement issued by the Campaign Council Secretariat and signed by the Director, Media and Publicity, Okwoli Ameh Paul, the Council said the placement list contains the official directorate assignments for all members supporting the YPP House of Representatives bid. According to the statement, with the release of the placement list, the Council has formally commenced groundwork and organisational activities ahead of the next phase of political engagement. The Council directed all Directorate Heads and members to take note of their placements, acknowledge their assignments and commence immediate organisational preparations within their areas...
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