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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi East has distanced itself from reports alleging that party leaders in the zone have endorsed candidates for the 2027 general elections, describing such claims as misleading and without basis. In a public disclaimer issued on Tuesday, the APC Zonal Chairman for Kogi East, Hon. Abdul Ogwu Alhassan, said the reports currently circulating in some quarters do not reflect the position of the party or its leadership. Alhassan, who spoke on behalf of APC members in Kogi East, urged party faithful and the general public to disregard statements purportedly made at a recent…
In a significant political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections, a pro-Faleke support group, the Faleke Youth Vanguard, has declared total support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, while announcing the collapse of its political structure into the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. The group said its decision followed a directive from its principal, Hon. James Abiodun Faleke, signalling a firm alignment with the leadership of the ruling party at both national and state levels. The declaration, made at a well-attended gathering in Lokoja, drew key political figures and…
The Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Comrade Joel Salifu, has extended warm Easter greetings to the people of the state, calling on citizens to embrace the virtues of love, sacrifice, and unity as Christians across the world mark the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In a message issued on Sunday in Lokoja, the Deputy Governor described Easter as a season that symbolises hope, renewal, and the triumph of good over evil, urging Kogites to reflect deeply on its significance. “Easter reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, love, hope, and renewal. It is a time to reflect on the victory…
A leading Kogi East Senatorial aspirant, Alh. Idris Hussain Kashim (Idris HK), has intensified grassroots consultations across Kogi East ahead of his official declaration under the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP). His tour commenced with a condolence visit to the family of Comr. Abuh Yahaya at Ojuwo-Olijo in Ofu LGA, where he sympathized with the family over the loss of Abuh’s younger brother after a brief illness. In Ofakaga II, also in Ofu LGA, the philanthropist assured residents of swift intervention to repair a faulty transformer responsible for the community’s epileptic power supply. Moving to Egume in Dekina LGA, Idris…
Special Adviser to the Kogi State Governor on Environment, Hon. Yakubu Ibrahim Aboh, has congratulated Chief Labaran Yahaya Oyigebe on his conferment with a prestigious traditional title in the Igala Kingdom. Chief Oyigebe was recently honoured with the title Akọhiaka Ata – Ede by the Ata Igala at Idah, the ancestral headquarters of the kingdom. In a statement issued on Saturday, Hon. Aboh described the recognition as a fitting tribute to Oyigebe’s years of dedication to the promotion and preservation of Igala culture and history. He noted that the honour reflects the high regard the traditional institution holds for…
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has congratulated the Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, CG Samuel Olumode, on his appointment, describing the development as a proud moment for the state and a recognition of Olumode’s dedication and integrity in national service. The governor made the remarks on Friday during an official homecoming reception held in Kabba, headquarters of Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area, in honour of the new fire service chief. Represented at the event by his deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu, Ododo commended the Bunu Progressive Forum for organising the ceremony, saying the gathering reflected the unity…
The ancient Igala Kingdom in Kogi State is set to confer a prestigious traditional title on Hon. (Dr.) Labaran Yahaya Oyigebe as preparations reach their peak for the ceremony scheduled to hold today at the palace of the Ata Igala in Idah. Oyigebe will be honoured with the title Akọhiaka – Ata Ede, in recognition of what palace sources described as his longstanding contributions to the preservation and documentation of Igala history and cultural heritage. The ceremony, slated for Friday, April 3, 2026, at the palace in Idah, the traditional headquarters of the Igala Kingdom, is already attracting attention…
The Governor of Ahmed Usman Ododo has approved the redeployment of Barrister Salami Ozigi Deedat from the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs to the Ministry of Works, following the resignation of Engr. Mohammed Ahovi Yusuf as Commissioner for Works. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Secretary to the Kogi State Government, Folashade Ayoade. According to the statement, the governor also approved the appointment of the immediate past Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in the state, Alhaji Abdullahi Bello, popularly known as “Dollar,” as Commissioner-designate. With the redeployment, Deedat will now…
The Kogi State Government has commenced the renovation of 728 government-owned public schools across the state under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project, in a move aimed at improving teaching and learning conditions in public schools. The flag-off ceremony was performed by the Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Comrade Joel Salifu, who represented Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo at the event. Speaking during the ceremony, the deputy governor said the initiative reflects the administration’s strong commitment to revitalising the education sector and providing a more conducive learning environment for students across the state. According to him,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will henceforth cease to accept correspondences from either the David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC) faction or that of Rafiu Bala, following a review of the Court of Appeal judgment on March 12 this year. A statement signed by the Chairman, Information and Voter Education, Mohammed Kudu, also noted that the commission will no longer engage with either faction, nor monitor any meetings, congresses, or conventions of the two groups until the matter at the Federal High Court is decided. The commission further announced that it would remove the names of…