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By Husseini Abubakar Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Ibrahim Ali Halims has proven himself to be a leader to reckon with, representing Ankpa, Omalla, and Olamaboro federal constituency. As deputy majority leader of the House of Representatives, he has demonstrated good leadership through people-oriented constituency projects and touched lives positively. His projects are spread across Ankpa federal constituency, benefiting many communities across the constituency. His leadership and commitment transcend party and religious lines which has endered him to his constituents. Many constituents have benefited from his generous donations, showcasing the gains of democracy unprecedented. This developments no doubt is responsible for the clarion call by Various political stakeholders who have  recognized his efforts and now urge him to contest for Senator representing Kogi East. They believe his representation will consolidate gains achieved so far. As a ranking member of the House,of repres...

The Vice-Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, on Monday, 9th March, 2026, received a courtesy visit from the Commanding Officer of 21 Battalion, Nigerian Army, Anyigba, Lt. Col. Godiya Solomon Monday, to discuss security measures and strengthen collaboration aimed at ensuring a safe and agreeable learning environment within the university community. The meeting provided the university management the opportunity to engage directly with the Nigerian Army commanding officer, as Prof. Usman reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to campus security and the safety of students, staff and the Anyigba community. Speaking during the session, Prof. Usman commended the Nigerian Army for its proactive efforts in maintaining safety within the town and on campus.  He emphasised that security remains a top priority of his administration, and disclosed that a visibility study had been initiated to identify “flash area...

*Ochogwu of Ogugu Pays Historic Solidarity Visit to Ogugu Ojoko Communities* The Ochogwu of Ogugu, HRH Isiaka Isaiah Akor Idoko, on Saturday, March 7, 2026, embarked on a solidarity tour to the extended Ogugu communities in Ojoko land, marking a significant moment of unity among the descendants of Ogugu. The visit was organized to formally present and strengthen ties with the newly crowned Onu Ochogwu among the Emokwa and Emodu people of Ojoko as well as those back home at Ogugu. The engagement was hosted at the Onu Ofabo Palace, where members of the Emodu and Emokwa communities gathered in large numbers to receive the paramount ruler. The atmosphere was festive as the Onu Ochogwu arrived from the Onicha-Igo axis to a warm reception from the crowd led by Onu Ofabo, HRH Elder Moses Okeme.  A large retinue of vehicles accompanied the royal procession, including security personnel, native musical troupes, women groups, and beaded chiefs. The arrival of the paramount ruler ...

LOKOJA – The Acting Chief Medical Director of Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja, Dr. Ojochide Sunday Ebune has emphasized the need for adequate care of the Ear. Dr.Ebune made the remark in a message to the commemoration of World hearing Day 2026 organized in collaboration with Oma Ear care and speech foundation at the Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja. The acting CMD who was epresented by Dr. Mrs. Patricia Medukpin, Deputy Chairman Medical Advisory Committee,  emphasized the need for hearing care, especially for children. The event, themed "From Communities To ClassRooms: Hearing care for Every Child", aimed to raise awareness about hearing care. Dr. Ebune noted that many people take their ears for granted and use harmful objects to clean them, causing damage. "We often use various objects to clean our ears, unaware of the damage we're causing," he  said. He expressed gratitude to Oma Ear Care and Speech Foundation for organizing the event,...

The CMD/CEO of  the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) Teaching Hospital Okene, Dr Shaibu Stephen Babatunde has felicitated with the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr Abdulazeez Adams Adeiza on the auspicion occasion of his birthday.  The CMD, in his goodwill message describes the celebrant as a visionary leader whose leadership has advanced the quality of healthcare service delivery in the state. The CMD, on behalf of the management and entire staff of the hospital wished the Honorable Commissioner wisdom and sound health, God's guidance and the best in the service of his fatherland, as he pilots the State Ministry of Health to greater heights and positively  impacting humanity.  He wished him many more prosperous years ahead. Signed: Dr Shaibu Stephen Babatunde  MBBS, FWACP (FM) CMD/CEO  CUSTECH -TH. Hassan Abubakar -Editor.

By our Reporter  The Deputy Leader of the House of Representatives, Abdullahi Ibrahim Ali Halims, has distributed food items to constituents in Ankpa, Omala, and Olamaboro Federal Constituency, as part of his annual Ramadan outreach. The gesture, aimed at cushioning the effects of economic challenges, covered indigent residents, support groups, coalitions, and unions. Halims urged constituents to sustain support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo ahead of the 2027 elections, citing improvements in governance and livelihood. He also encouraged eligible voters to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in preparation for the elections. The distribution included 1,500 bags of rice, 600 bags of beans, and other food items. Beneficiaries praised the intervention as timely and reflective of the true spirit of charity, pledging continued support for the lawmaker. Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Haruna Abdul, Senior Special A...