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  Fellow Kogites, my dear compatriots,   It is with great joy that I address you today on this special occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary. I join millions of Nigerians at home and abroad in celebrating this milestone in our journey as a nation. I felicitate with the good people of Kogi State and all Nigerians as we mark 64 years of our nation’s emancipation from British colonial rule.   Today, we honor the national heroes from every corner of this great country who fought courageously for our freedom. Their sacrifices remind us that our liberty was hard-earned, and we must cherish and safeguard it. We also commend all leaders - both civilian and military - who have governed Nigeria, and those who have led us in our dear State too, since independence. Though none of them were perfect, each contributed to keeping Nigeria and Kogi State united and moving forward.   Our journey as a nation has not been without challenges. We are a country of ...

To Her Excellency Hajia Princess Dr. Hadiza Ibrahim, The Omikele Attah Igala of Igala Kingdom - Adeeebu!!!!! On this auspicious day, we join family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate a quintessential woman, icon, and humanitarian par excellence. Your life is a testament to selflessness, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the betterment of society. As a renowned philanthropist, your tireless efforts have positively impacted countless lives, inspiring hope and empowering communities. Your leadership and wisdom have earned you a special place in the hearts of the Igala people and beyond. On your special day, we pray for God's continued blessings, wisdom, and strength to sustain your noble endeavors. May this milestone mark the beginning of another remarkable year of achievements, joy, and fulfillment. Happy Birthday, Your Excellency! Warmest Wishes, Husseini Abubakar Editor, Newsnowexpress

By James Sani.  Kogi State Government, through the Ministry of Youths and Sports Development, is set to commemorate Nigeria's 64th Independence Day in Lokoja tomorrow. The event, themed "From Independence to Innovation: The Youth as Catalyst for Nigeria's Transformation," will take place at Edge Drive Hotel, starting at 10:00 a.m. This significant occasion aims to unite the general public, youth, and supporters of Nigeria in the state. The celebration promises to be an exciting day filled with patriotism, dancing, and live performances. Nigeria gained independence from British rule on October 1, 1960 ¹. This milestone marks the country's transition from colonial rule to self-governance. The annual celebration serves as a reminder of the nation's struggle for freedom and its continued strive for progress. As Kogi State joins in the celebration, residents are encouraged to participate in honoring Nigeria's 64th Independence Day. The e...

  By Desmond Utomwen    In the illustrious realm of Nigeria, where tradition meets modernity, one name shines brightly, resonating with grace, elegance and unwavering dedication - Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, OFR. Beyond this, she embodies service and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Her journey is not just one of royalty, but of profound passion and impactful endeavours with fervent dedication to advancing humanity; the rights of women, youths and vulnerable populations. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals embodies a harmonious fusion of regal heritage and an unwavering commitment to fostering positive change.    A Royal Legacy:  Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire's trajectory into the echelons of power and influence was paved by her noble lineage and unwavering sense of duty. Born into royalty, she inherited a legacy of service and stewardship, instilling in her a deep-...

Chief,Hajia Jumai Kebiru, revered as the Iye Ebulejonu/Iye Oka of FCT Abuja, has earned widespread recognition for her unwavering dedication to the development of Igalaland. Her philanthropic endeavors have left an indelible mark on the community, inspiring admiration from the people and leaders alike. Comrade Attah Idoko, Director of Tourism at the Igala Cultural and Development Association (ICDA), has praised Hajia Jumai's remarkable contributions to Igalaland's growth. "Her commitment and love for her ancestral home are truly commendable," he noted. "Her selflessness and unwavering support have been instrumental in shaping the region's progress." One of Hajia Jumai's most notable achievements was her pivotal role in the successful commemoration of World Tourism Day in Idah. Her contributions were deemed "unquantifiable" by Comrade Attah Idoko, who expressed gratitude for her tireless efforts. "We are proud to have her as...

The Niger Delta Stakeholders Assembly (NDSA) has accused Oritsemeyan Eseyan and Umar Ajiya, management members of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), of conspiring against Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) Mele Kyari. In a statement, NDSA's President Akpoebi Owoleye-Ofori and Secretary Anetorufa Gabriel condemned Anaba Sara-Igbe's recent media attacks on Mele Kyari, labeling him a "meddlesome interloper" and "notorious gold digger." NDSA alleged Sara-Igbe is sponsored by Eseyan and Ajiya to discredit Mele Kyari and create crisis in the Niger Delta. The group criticized Sara-Igbe's claims about Warri and Port Harcourt Refineries, stating he displayed "crass ignorance" and "dished out arrant nonsense." NDSA defended Mele Kyari's decision to shut down the refineries for routine maintenance, citing industry norms. The group questioned Sara-Igbe's motives, accusing him of being a "dishon...

* Hails Otuaro's appointment, express confidence in Otuaro to steer ship of amnesty program  Over 30,000 ex-agitators  in the Niger Delta, yesterday opposed the planned protests  across the country on October 1st.  The youths vowed not to allow any protest to take place in the region on October 1st. The repentant agitators, who spoke through their leaders at a stakeholders' meeting organised by the Presidential Amnesty Programme led by Dr. Dennis Otuaro, in Warri, Delta State, called on the people of the Niger Delta region to avoid protests ahead of the October 1, assuring that the region’s challenges would  be addressed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The youths disclosed this Friday at the end of the three day stakeholders forum held at KFT hall in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State. Earlier in his speech, Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator , Presidential Amnesty Program revealed that the Federal Government has award...

By Yus Abubàkar 3rd Women from the various communities in the Niger Delta region stormed Warri on Wednesday dissociating themselves from the planned October 1 protest against the present administration. Rising from a Stakeholders engagement with the Niger Delta women, organised by the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), themed "Niger Delta Women: Empowerment as a Panacea for Peace, Stability and Economic Growth", the women groups lamented that many self-interested bodies are presently going about with ulterior motives asking people to do negative things". The Wednesday's gathering was in continuation of the expanded Niger Delta Stakeholders meeting of women groups and youth bodies, community leaders, opinion leaders, elders, traditional rulers and camp leaders by the PAP office. In their resolution at Wednesday's parley, the women drawn from all the ethnic nationalities in the oil-rich belt, asked their children and wards to shun the planned protest...

By Johnson Oni The Iddo-Ojesa community in Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State has appealed to the government to intervene in a lingering land dispute between the community and Relix Mining Limited, in collaboration with Joshman Multiconcepts Company Limited. Olusanmi Toyin, President of Iddo-Ojesa, made the appeal while speaking with newsmen in Lokoja. He alleged that the community is in dispute with Relix Mining Company Limited, a Chinese company, which purportedly acquired the land through fraudulent means with the assistance of Joshman Multiconcept Limited, a Nigerian company, and other individuals. According to Toyin, a consent agreement was signed on January 17, 2023, between the Omo Meru Family of Iddo Ojesa community and Joshman Multiconcept Company, owned by Mr. Dare Joshua former Caretaker Chairman of Yagba East Local Government Area, for a mining exploration license covering a small portion of the family land. However, Mr. Joshua's company allegedl...

By Evergreen Okogene... Lokoja It's no longer news that the former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello have been having running battle with the Economic and Financial Crime Commission(EFCC) under the president Ahmed Bola Tinubu's administration since the later assumed office. He was accused of diverting Kogi state money in 2015, almost Six months before he became Governor of the state. When this narration failed, the EFCC sought for an amendment just to get at their target. He was declared wanted and labeled a criminal even before his trial, even when the law holds that every accused persons are presumed innocent until a court of competent jurisdiction declares otherwise. Those who are familiar with the countdown to the February 2023 presidential election and it's outcome given the role played by Bello and others to ensure victory for the president, had thought otherwise to wit; that  anti-corruption agency should have threaded the part of honour and cautio...

Dr. Y.B. Usman, Rector of Federal Polytechnic Idah has condoled with the family and staff of Thunderbolt Watch Security Limited over the loss of the CEO/DIRECTOR,Deacon Abu K.Tanko who died on the 5th, of September,2024. The Rector during a condolence visit to the Abuja office of the deceased ,  described his death as a tragic loss. The Rector  acknowledged the Thunderbolt Watch Security's efforts in combating insecurity at the Federal Polytechnic Idah. Dr. Usman sympathized with Tanko's family and friends, praising his humility and truthfulness. "He was a good man and a friend to the Federal Polytechnic Idah." Addressing Tanko's son, King David Abu-Tanko, Dr. Usman urged him to accept his father's death as an act of God..and pledged the Polytechnic's commitment to the organization. Comr. Sadiq Abubakar Suleiman thanked the Polytechnic Management for their support to the family during their difficult period. The Rector was accompanied by Alh. A...

The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, is facing allegations of fraud, abuse of office, and arbitrariness in managing the ministry, prompting a potential summons by the House of Representatives. A petition filed by St. Gilos Solicitors on behalf of Mela Chiyoma Pat Limited and its Managing Director, Patricia Stan-Dioka, details a catalogue of alleged corrupt practices and abuse of office. According to the petition, dated September 17, 2024, Kennedy-Ohanenye requested that program funds for the "Women For Food Security" initiative be paid into her personal account or her son's account. Stan-Dioka had introduced the program to empower poor Nigerian women and enhance food security, aligning with President Tinubu's agenda. The minister's actions allegedly denied Nigeria the benefits of a $200 billion credit line and incentives for rural women. The petition claims Kennedy-Ohanenye disrupted and shut down an event organized by Stan-Dioka, false...

BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF. The clamour for more funding to Basic Education and by extension Education subsector from both the public and by extension the private sector in the country has began to yield positive results. This was occasioned by the recent upward review and impressive assessment of the matching grants by the sub national to improve Basic Education, Infrastructure, manpower development among many others towards the progress and development of Basic Education in Nigeria. The yearly counterpart funding arrangements between the federal and state government got a 100% increment in 2024 appropriation , from the previous 1.5 Billion in 2023 to the new allocation of impressive 3.5 Billion as the new matching grants to states and FCT. With the new development, states are expected to provide a counterpart funding to the matching grants to the tune of 3.5 Billion to access the whole amount on a yearly basis of over 6 Billion, a very encouraging amount that will support the dear...

The management and staff of Newsnowexpress are mourning the loss of one of its major stakeholders, Elder Statesman, and former Vice President, Zone "D" of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Mr. Mathias Omale (JP). Omale, an indigene of Ugwaka-Ollah in Igalamela Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State, passed away yesterday, September 16, 2024, after a brief illness. A seasoned journalist with 35 years of meritorious service, Omale retired from the Kogi State Broadcasting Corporation about nine years ago. He was renowned for his professionalism, leadership acumen, humility, and versatility as a media practitioner. His contributions to the journalism profession and the development of the media industry in Kogi State will be deeply missed. The burial arrangements for the late Mathias Omale will be announced in due course. On behalf of the management and staff of Newsnowexpress, I, Husseini Abubakar, Publisher/Editor, extend our heartfelt condolences to the Oma...

By Bala Mohammed.  A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Muhammad Sani Gambo, has appealed to the national leadership of the party to intervene in the controversy surrounding the recent election of the Kogi State Chairman. Gambo, who was the first runner-up in the election, alleged that the declared winner, Hon. Enemona Anyebe, was suspended from his Ward, OGUGU 2, and subsequently from the Local Government and State levels in 2019. In a shocking turn of events, Anyebe's suspension was reaffirmed by his Ward in 2024, casting doubts on his eligibility to contest the chairmanship election. Despite this, Anyebe was allowed to participate in the election and was declared the winner. However, a court order obtained by an aggrieved party member had explicitly stated that Anyebe should not participate in the election until the determination of the case. The court order, which was dismissed on September 26, also directed that Anyebe's nomination form be wi...