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Ali Atabor Hon. Eunice Achimugu, Director General of Barrister Cosmas Atabor's campaign council, has called on women in Igalamela/Odolu to support Barrister Atabor in the forthcoming local government elections. Speaking at campaign rallies in Avrugo, Ekwuoloko, and Odolu, Hon. Achimugu praised the Kogi state government's efforts to empower women, citing initiatives such as economic empowerment programs and support for women's participation in politics. She highlighted Barrister Atabor's proven track record in public service, including his tenure in the Kogi House of Assembly and as Transition Chairman of the local government area. "His leadership experience and commitment to women's empowerment make him the ideal candidate for our community," she said. Hon. Achimugu, a Special Adviser to the State Government, emphasized the importance of women's participation in shaping the future of their communities. By supporting Barrister Atabor, she no...

BY Ibrahim Lawal . The Forum of Concerned Ex-Niger Delta agitators from Okosenegbe community in Delta state has accused Kingsley Kuku, Boy loaf and Shoot at Sight of inordinate collaboration to run down the already built good reputation of the Amnesty Administrator, Dr Dennis Otuaro. The ex Niger Delta agitators in a statement issued on Saturday and jointly signed by Chief. General Otega Ayebi, (the last don) ,General Benjamin Ekeremor , and General Adowei Binaebi said the appointment of Dr Otuaro has dislodged the likes of Kingsley Kuku, Ebokabowei Victor- Ben alias (Boy loaf) and Bibopri  Ajube alias (Shoot at Sight) who does not understand the mandate of the new Amnesty Administrator and leadership under Dr Dennis Otuaro . The dissidents ex agitators and their collaborators has devised a failed attempt to return the hand of the clock back in their favor, as was obtainable under the infamous Kuku that guaranteed them unfettered access to ill gotten wealth of the Niger...

The Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has urged Directors of Local Government and Treasurers to uphold the tenets of local government autonomy and professional ethics in the discharge of their responsibilities. Governor Ododo stated this at an interactive session with the forum of Directors of Local Government and Treasurers at the Government House in Lokoja.  The Governor who charged the local government administrators to see themselves as representatives of the government at the grassroots noted that their performance as top civil servants will strengthen relationship between the government and the people and bring about more development in local government administration.  Governor Ododo commended the resilience and productivity of the DLGs and Treasurers, stressing that their importance in ensuring accurate records and upholding professional ethics, particularly among accountants in the public sector is crucial for ensuring transpar...

LG Poll: Omala Women Forum Endorses Hon. Mark Edibo (Mark Noble) For Chairman In a significant political development ahead of the October 19th Council elections, a prominent platform for women, the Omala Women Forum has officially endorsed Hon. Mark Edibo Ameh (Mark Noble), for the position of Chairman of Omala Local Government. The endorsement took place during a well-attended ceremony at Abejukolo, the local government's headquarters. The leader and Convener of the forum, Chief (Hon.) Alima G. Abuh, a respected political women mobilizer and the Iye Ebulejonu of Igala Kingdom, led the Magajiyas and prominent women from the eleven wards of the local government to the event. The Forum’s decision came after a thorough assessment of Hon. Mark's six-month tenure as Transition Committee Chairman, which was widely praised for being people-oriented and very impactful. Speaking at the endorsement ceremony, Chief Alima noted, *"Hon. Mark Edibo has demonstrated clear lea...

Abuja - A disturbing trend of drug abuse among Nigerian youths, particularly students, has been highlighted by *Amb. (Dr.) Nuhu Solomon Anyegwu* in a recent  presentation at the NANS Zone C National Security Summit. The presentation reveals that drug abuse has become a prevalent issue in Nigeria, with far-reaching consequences affecting the educational sector and society at large. According to the National Cancer Institute, drug abuse is defined as the excessive use of illegal drugs or the use of drugs without prescriptions. The research identifies cocaine, heroine, codeine, marijuana, stimulants, tramadol, cannabis, alcohol, inhalants, Nescafe tea, and fentanyl as commonly abused substances among youths. This menace has led to declining academic performance, low cognitive abilities, violence, and an increase in dropouts. Dr. Anyegwu's presentation also sheds light on the factors contributing to drug abuse among youths, including trauma, mental illnesses, low self-estee...

I used to dismiss claims that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was a tool used by those in power to witch-hunt perceived enemies or threats to their ambitions or interests. However, the EFCC's dealings with former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, have made me reassess this thought. The EFCC is expected to enforce probity among Nigerians and prevent financial corruption by investigating suspected individuals and applying existing laws to punish those found guilty. Unfortunately, it has become clear that the EFCC is not always objective. Alhaji Yahaya Bello was alleged to have mismanaged government funds, with inconsistencies in figures and dates. Some claims even stated that he stole government money before becoming governor in 2016, which raises questions about the validity of these accusations. The EFCC's actions against Yahaya Bello have been questionable. They invited him for questioning, adopted a controversial approach to arrest him,...

I used to dismiss claims that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was a tool used by those in power to witch-hunt perceived enemies or threats to their ambitions or interests. However, the EFCC's dealings with former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, have made me reassess this thought. The EFCC is expected to enforce probity among Nigerians and prevent financial corruption by investigating suspected individuals and applying existing laws to punish those found guilty. Unfortunately, it has become clear that the EFCC is not always objective. Alhaji Yahaya Bello was alleged to have mismanaged government funds, with inconsistencies in figures and dates. Some claims even stated that he stole government money before becoming governor in 2016, which raises questions about the validity of these accusations. The EFCC's actions against Yahaya Bello have been questionable. They invited him for questioning, adopted a controversial approach to arrest him,...