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KOGI ADC CHAIRMAN MOURNS ENJEMA WARD 1 LEADER. The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Kogi State, *Hon. Tom Zakari*, has expressed deep condolences to the family of the ADC Enjema Ward 1 Leader, *Hon. Yahaya Ododo*, who passed away recently. Hon. Zakari described the death of the deceased as a great loss to the party. He said Hon. Ododo’s dedication, wisdom, and selfless service to Enjema Ward 1 and to the ADC would always be remembered. According to him, the late Ward Leader was a pillar of strength, unity, and guidance to members of the party. While commiserating with the immediate family of the deceased and party members over the irreparable loss, the Kogi ADC Chairman said the party shares in their grief.  He prayed to the Almighty God to grant Hon. Ododo eternal rest and to give the family the strength and comfort to bear the loss. He added that members of the ADC in Kogi State stand with the bereaved family during this difficult time. Hassan Abub...

  Lagos, Nigeria  As Commander Duro Jerry Omodara (Rtd.) clocks 57 , the management and staff of ETEKE Equipment Leasing (Nig.) Ltd. have joined family, friends, associates and well-wishers across Kogi State and beyond to celebrate a man they describe as a rare blend of courage, humility, discipline and selfless service. In a birthday message signed by the Managing Director of ETEKE Equipment Leasing (Nig.) Ltd., Omakoji Oyibo John, the company described Commander Omodara as an accomplished public servant and distinguished naval officer whose years of service have continued to inspire confidence, patriotism and commitment to the development of society. The company said the occasion of his 57th birthday offers an opportunity not merely to celebrate another year, but to recognise a life defined by service, sacrifice, leadership and an enduring commitment to humanity. The company particularly commended his humility and accessibility, noting that despite his impressive...

The Chairman, All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Kogi State Chapter, Alhaji Raji Musa says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has provided necessary farm inputs to farmers in Kogi State under the Renew Hope Agenda for improved food production. Alhaji Musa stated this in an interview with our Reporter in Lokoja. He explained that the gesture will reduce the cost of production and  enable farmers to have access to direct inputs that will improve their productivity.  He said the President has assured the association of a guaranteed minimum price, saying whatever they produce would be sellable across the country. The AFAN Chairman also explained that the federal government is currently addressing Agro Climatic Resilience in Semi Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) on agriculture by making the early maturing planting material available to the doorsteps of farmers, as well as making fertilizer available for  farmers to boost their productivities. He however called for creatio...

By our Reporter The new Executive of the Kogi State Branch of the Igbo Youth Congress, IYC, has been formally inaugurated in Lokoja.   The swearing-in ceremony was attended by notable Igbo leaders, including the Kogi State President of the Igbo Association and members of his executive, as well as presidents of Igbo Associations from South-East states in Kogi State. In his response, the newly inaugurated Igbo Youth Leader, *Nze Emeka Chinedu*, expressed gratitude to members for finding him worthy to serve. He promised that he and members of his executive would not betray the confidence reposed in them.   Nze Chinedu commended the outgoing IYC President, *Hon. Chief Empire Iweha*, for his remarkable achievements and pledged to build on the solid legacies he laid. He also commended the Kogi State Governor, *Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo*, for his support and promised continued synergy to move the state forward. Earlier in a valedictory speec...

" *AJAOKUTA, Kogi State— The people of Ajaokuta North Constituency say they have found a worthy son to represent them at the Kogi State House of Assembly. That son is *Hon. Abubakar Bala Isah*, the candidate of the *Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC*, who is campaigning on a platform of service, legislation, and grassroots development. For months, stakeholders, youth groups, women associations, and traditional leaders across Ajaokuta North have been in consultations. Their conclusion is unanimous: the constituency needs a representative who understands the people’s pains and can translate their needs into laws and projects. In Hon. Abubakar Bala Isah, they say they have found that leader. Addressing some of his supporters at a meeting , Hon. Isah outlined his vision under the banner *"Effective Representation, Quality Legislation."* He pledged that if elected, his first duty would be to be the voice of Ajaokuta North at the floor of the Kogi State House of Ass...

LOKOJA — The Youth Wing of the Igbo Development Association in Kogi State, the *Igbo Youth Congress (IYC)*, has elected new officials to run the affairs of the body for the next four years. The election, held in Lokoja, saw *Mr. Chinedu Emeka* emerge unopposed as the new President-General of the Congress. Speaking shortly after his election, Mr. Emeka expressed gratitude to members for the confidence reposed in him. He described his emergence as "a call to service" and assured that he would not betray the trust of Igbo youths in the state.   He also commended the outgoing President, *Chief Hon. Iweha Empire*, who doubles as the Special Senior Assistant to the Kogi State Governor on Surveillance, for what he called "unprecedented achievements" during his tenure. Mr. Emeka pledged to consolidate on the legacies of the outgoing administration, noting that he served under Chief Iweha as his Vice. The outgoing President, Chief Iweha E...