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" *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...

LOKOJA — *Al-Qiblah International Centre for Qur'anic Memorization and Islamic Teachings* has announced the commencement of admissions into its specialized Qur'anic education programmes for the new session. In a statement released by the Management, the Centre said the programmes are open to the general public, parents, guardians, and all lovers of the Qur'an in Kogi State and beyond. The Centre is offering three structured memorization tracks:   - *One Year Intensive Qur'anic Memorization Programme*   - *One and a Half Year Qur'anic Memorization Programme*   - *Two Years Comprehensive Qur'anic Memorization Programme* In addition, *dedicated adult classes for men and women* have been introduced for those who wish to learn proper Qur'anic recitation, memorization, and basic Islamic teachings at their own pace. According to the Management, the mission of Al-Qiblah is to nurture students with a strong Qur'anic foundation, excellent character, an...

By Our Reporter. DEKINA — The *Frontier Club of Nigeria* has donated ₦10,000 cash assistance to each displaced resident of Ochipu Community, Dekina LGA, who are currently taking refuge in Dekina Town following a recent bandit attack. The delegation, led by Prof. Danladi Musa who represented the Club Chairman, Dr. Yahaya Husseini and Ahmadu Akoh among other members, first payed a courtesy visit to the *Achema/District Head of Dekina, HRH Alhaji Chief Ismaila Husseini Eiji*, before proceeding to the distribution venue. Speaking at the palace, Prof. Musa said the visit was to identify and empathize with victims of the Ochipu crisis.   “We are here today because we cannot ignore the suffering of our brothers and sisters displaced from Ochipu. What we are offering may not solve all their challenges, but it will provide some relief and remind them that they are not alone,” he said.   He added that the club will intensify advocacy for peace and appeal to corpora...

 — The Oba of  Yorubas in Kogi State, *His Royal Highness, Oba Bello Audu, Oke-Owoniboy*, has expressed gratitude to Governor  Ahmed Usman Ododo for elevating his stool to first-class status. Speaking with journalists in Lokoja, the monarch described the elevation on 4th July 2026 as a clear demonstration of the governor’s love for the Yoruba people in the state. “I am overwhelmed with joy. My Yoruba community, my brothers and sisters, my wives, children and grandchildren are happy for this magnanimity,” Oba Audu said.  He described the governor as an ebullient, pragmatic, patriotic, dedicated, humble, able, amiable and kind-hearted Leader , saying he. is the Jagomolu of Yoruba Kingdom. He prayed for God’s protection and guidance upon the governor and his family, and thanked First Lady *Hajia Sefinat Ododo* as well. as the entire cabinet of the Governor for "doing the right thing at the right time.” Assessing the governor’s three years in office, the Oba ...

KOGI: THE MOURNING CONTINUES An Appeal for Reflection, Unity, and a New Beginning for the Igala Nation The story of the Igala nation in recent decades has been marked by repeated moments of grief. From the death of Dr. Stephen Achema in 1999, to the tragic loss of Prince Abubakar Audu in 2015, and Chief James Ocholi, SAN in 2016, our people have continued to mourn. These were not merely the deaths of prominent individuals; they represented significant losses to the political, intellectual, and leadership capital of the Igala nation. Since then, many of our people have expressed the painful feeling that our political influence, opportunities, and voice within Kogi State and Nigeria have steadily diminished. Whether this perception is entirely accurate or not, it reflects genuine concerns that deserve thoughtful discussion rather than silence. Yet, while we lament what has been lost, we must also ask ourselves difficult questions. Have we remained united in defending our common interests...

By Our Reporter - _LOKOJA_ — The Governments of Kogi and Abia States have jointly commended *Hon. Chief Iweha O. Empire*, Senior Special Assistant on Surveillance to the Kogi State Governor and President of Igbo Youth Congress [IYC] Lokoja, for his outstanding contributions to community development, water provision, and youth empowerment across both states. The Kogi State Governor, *Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo*, gave the commendation in a message delivered at the commissioning of two boreholes initiated by his SSA on Surveillance in Lokoja. The Governor was represented by the *Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Comfort Uchiola Egwaba*.  described Governor Ododo as "Igbo-friendly" and a strong ally of the Igbo community in Kogi.   Rt. Hon. Comfort Uchiola noted that Hon. Empire has completed five borehole projects — two in Abia State and three in Kogi State — and has also empowered many youths through scholarships. ...

The Ane-Igala Socio-Cultural Development Association (AISCDA) has called on the Executive Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, to immediately constitute an independent Commission of Inquiry to investigate the circumstances surrounding the so-called "Miracle Examination Centre" at Olowa, which has become a source of national embarrassment and has cast a shadow over the image of Kogi State. The disturbing reports and visuals emerging from the examination centre portray a completely dilapidated, neglected and deserted environment that is grossly unfit for any academic exercise, especially a public examination. Such a facility raises serious concerns about the integrity of the education system, the welfare and safety of candidates, and the credibility of the processes that led to the approval of the centre. AISCDA believes that there is far more to this unfortunate incident than is presently known. It is therefore imperative that the invest...

_By Husseini Abubakar_ Climate change is no longer a distant warning for Nigeria. It is a lived reality. Across the country, and most severely in communities along the Rivers Niger and Benue and in coastal states, the consequences arrive every rainy season with predictable devastation. Thousands of Nigerians are rendered homeless. Entire farmlands are washed away. Livelihoods built over decades disappear in a single night. The floods do not discriminate by region, class, or political affiliation. This environmental crisis is compounded by another: insecurity. Families displaced by water often run straight into hunger, poverty, and unsafe camps. A child who loses a home to flood should not also lose a future to instability. Despite years of intervention, Nigeria’s mitigation efforts have not matched the scale of the problem. The gap is not only technical. It is political. It is institutional. It is also moral — rooted in weak political will and corruption that diverts resour...

By Our Reporter  The need to for a United Nations probe advocated by the Oyo state Governor,  and Allied People’s Movement APM Presidential candidate, Engr Seyi Makinde on the rescue of Oyo 44 is desiring.  This will prove cynics,  political gladiators earlier wrong impression on the complicity and allegations by the former Ekiti state Governor,  Ayodele Fayose and some quarters that the governor was responsible for the abduction of teachers and pupils. A statement released on Tuesday and signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the party , Abubakar Yusuf said the need became necessary in view of the wrong impression,  politicisation of the entire ugly and unfortunate situation already created.  He defended the oyo state Governor who rule the state for over seven years without unblemish of insecurity and at the forefront of the creation of the regional security outfit,  'Amotekun' is now been accused of complicit on the sad situat...

The Vice Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to upholding the university’s master plan and driving institutional development. Speaking during a courtesy visit by a former member of the Governing Council, Comrade Alhaji Ali Atabor, and the Publisher of Online Newsnowexpress, Alhaji Husseini Abubakar, the Vice Chancellor said the university is focused on order, discipline, and proper planning. He noted that one of the major steps taken by the current management was the relocation of indiscriminate shop allocations that had turned parts of the campus into a market.  According to him, the shops have now been moved to a designated market area in line with the university’s master plan. “What you see us doing is enforcing the master plan while some people are distorting it. Those who are distorting the master plan are crying that we are stepping on their toes, whereas we are only asking th...

By James Sani Students under the North Central Zone of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have passed a vote of confidence in Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commending their exemplary leadership. The Zone C Coordinator of NANS North Central Zone, Comrade Hussein Jemilu Ebbo, disclosed this while leading the zonal leadership on a visit to the Kogi State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development in Lokoja. Comrade Ebbo described the leadership of Governor Ododo and President Tinubu as impressive, noting that their commitment to youth development in Kogi State and Nigeria at large warranted total support for their administration. He particularly commended Governor Ododo for the attention given to youth in Kogi State, especially in the area of appointments within his government. On behalf of the Zone, Comrade Ebbo declared their support for Governor Ododo and President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election in Ni...

Christians have been urged to reflect on life, death, and resurrection as the ultimate realities of human existence.  Rev. Fr. Samuel Odo and Rev. Fr. Leo Idama gave the admonition on Friday during the funeral service of Late Warrant Officer Oyibo Augustine Yakubu [Rtd.] at SS. Perpetua and Felicity Catholic Parish, Agala-Ate, Anyigba in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State.  Delivering the homily, Fr. Odo said death is an inevitable reality that spares no one, regardless of age, wealth, or status.  "None of us here will live forever. One day or the other, it will be our turn. So the question is not how long we live in this world, but how well have we lived?" the priest said.  He challenged the congregation to examine how many lives they have touched and to begin living according to Christ’s commandments.  "If we begin to live the way Christ has commanded us to live, this world will be a peaceful one for each and every one of us," h...

The attention of the Kogi State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development has been drawn to a misleading publication by Tracka, an initiative of BudgIT Foundation, alleging that the sum of Sixty-One Million, Four Hundred and Three Thousand Naira (₦61,403,000.00) was released for the renovation and upgrading of the Confluence Stadium, Lokoja, to FIFA standard, but that no corresponding renovation was carried out. Ordinarily, the Ministry would not have considered it necessary to respond to such unfounded claims. However, in view of the misleading nature of the publication and the need to protect the integrity of the Ministry and its officials, it has become imperative to set the records straight. For the avoidance of doubt, Tracka had earlier written to the Ministry pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, 2011, requesting clarification on the alleged release of the said sum. In its request, Tracka claimed that the information was obtained from the Kogi State Budget Implem...

A coalition of youths under the aegis of the Concerned Youths of Ankpa Federal Constituency has declared its support for the aspiration of Prince Gowon Eneche, popularly known as G1, to represent Ankpa/Omala/Olamaboro Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. The endorsement was announced at the end of the group's meeting held in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, where members drawn from across the three local government areas expressed confidence in Eneche's capacity to provide quality representation. According to the group, the federal constituency is in urgent need of a representative who will prioritise the welfare and development of the people, stressing that Prince Eneche possesses the leadership qualities, experience and commitment required to deliver effective representation at the National Assembly. The youths noted that participants at the meeting cut across different political parties, describing their decision to back the Social Democratic Part...

The family of late *Warrant Officer Augustine Yakubu Oyibo (Rtd)* has released final funeral arrangements ahead of his burial on *Friday, July 3, 2026*, in his hometown of Agala-Ate, Ayingba, Kogi State. WO Oyibo (Rtd) passed away peacefully on *June 5, 2026*, at the age of 78. He was described by family and associates as a disciplined patriot, a man of faith, and a devoted family man. He was also the father of *Mr. Johnson Oyibo*, former Transport Officer, Kogi State Government House, Lokoja. A career soldier, the late WO Oyibo served the nation meritoriously before retirement. He will be remembered for his integrity, humility, and commitment to community values. Until his passing, he remained a respected elder and mentor in Lokongoma, Lokoja, and Agala-Ate, Ayingba. *FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS* The family invites friends, relatives, and well-wishers to join in celebrating his life and legacy: - *Monday, June 29 – Wednesday, July 00 1, 2026 | 4:00 PM Daily*     Ros...