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Kogi Govt Pledges Support for Victims of Tanker Crash in Adavi

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  The Kogi State Government has offered its condolences and support to affected families of a horrific road accident in Okunchi, Adavi Local Government Area, The accident, which occurred on Thursday, involving a tanker and a BUA Cement truck, resulted in a massive fire outbreak, destroying vehicles, a residential building, and a mosque.,  The accident claimed lives, including a motorcyclist, and left several injured, with one critically ill cement truck driver succumbing to injuries. The incident left the community in mourning The government delegation, led by Alh. Ahmed Oricha, State Project Coordinator of Kogi AGILE Project, who visited the scene and victims in the hospital on Friday, conveyed the Gov. Ahmed Ododo"s message of solidarity.  The delegation met with community leaders and residents, who commended the government's swift response and ongoing road construction efforts, which prevented further tragedy. The government assured the community of its commitment to i...

Etsu Lokoja Extends Eid-el-Fitri Greetings, Urges Muslims to Embody Ramadan Virtues

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 The Etsu Lokoja, HRH Emmanuel Akamisoko Dauda Shelika-Nyamkpa 1V, has extended warm Eid-el-Fitri greetings to Muslims in Lokoja, Kogi State, and Nigeria, praying for Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo and the state government. In a statement issued  in Lokoja on Friday, the monarch expressed gratitude to Almighty God for sparing lives during the just concluded Ramadan fast, saying the period demonstrated the fear of God, sacrifice, selflessness, humility, love, self-control, and moral uprightness. He urged Muslims and Nigerians to embody the virtues of Ramadan in their daily lives. HRH Shelika-Nyamkpa lV urged Muslims to make these virtues their daily standard, saying they are essential for building a society where peace, joy, and regard for each other become the strength for social and economic development. The Etsu Lokoja also prayed for the acceptance of Muslims' Ibada and acts of benevolence, and for the grant of their heartfelt desires and prayers concerning themselves, f...

Baale Amuro Extends Eid-el-Fitri Greetings, Urges Sustenance of Ramadan Virtues

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 The Baale of Amuro Land, Chief Eric Fiki, has extended warm Eid-el-Fitri greetings to Muslims in Kogi State, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, and the people of Nigeria, calling for sustenance of virtues of Ramadan beyond the holy month. In his sallah message on Friday in Lokoja, Chief Fiki expressed gratitude to Almighty God for the gift of Ramadan. He said that the period demonstrates sacrifice, selflessness, humility, love, self-control, and moral uprightness, which are essential for a peaceful and prosperous society. The Amuro Baale called on Muslims and citizens to continue to pray for the peace and prosperity of Kogi State and Nigeria, and for the guidance and wisdom of Governor Ododo and President Bola Tinubu as they lead the state and nation towards a brighter future. The Baale of Amuro kingdom prayed for God's grant of peace, safety, economic prosperity, and victory over threats to national security. "May God grant our State and Nigeria as a whole great peace, safety, and ...

The Managing Director Kogi State Agriculture Development Project ADP Doctor George Bello Ogirima has congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of Ramadan

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  As the blessed month comes to an end, may this Eid al-Fitr bring you peace, joy, and countless reasons to be grateful. May your prayers be accepted, your sacrifices rewarded, and your heart filled with light. This is a time to celebrate not just with food and festivities, but with love, forgiveness, and togetherness. May Allah grant you and your loved ones happiness, good health, and endless blessings. May this new phase bring ease after every hardship and success in all that you do. Eid Mubarak

Nigerian irrespective of their religious adherence to continue to live in peace and be submissive to Allah

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  The Director General, Government House Administration, Dr. Umar Shuaibu Oricha has urged Nigerians to continue to live in peace and be submissive to Allah in their day to day activities. Doctor Oricha made the call while speaking with newsmen at the Central Mosque Aniebo Quarter Gadumo Lokoja, shortly after observing the two Rakat prayers. The Director General explained that though the Ramadan and Lent season coincided this year, and urged members of the two religions to see themselves as one, nothing that Nigerian irrespective of religious differences  are one in spirit. Doctor Oricha noted that people should not use religion to divide themselves hence the country belongs to all of us. He called for understanding among individuals as the country is facing security challenges. According to him, all hands most be undeck to nurture the country to greatness. Doctor Oricha used the celebration of  Sallah to called on Muslim to refrain from any bad behavior which are detrime...

DG Govt House Administration Dr Umar Shuaibu Oricha urged Nigerian to continue to live peace with one another irrespective of religious adherence

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  The Director General, Government House Administration, Dr. Umar Shuaibu Oricha has urged Nigerians to continue to live in peace and be submissive to Allah in their day to day activities. Doctor Oricha made the call while speaking with newsmen at the Central Mosque Aniebo Quarter Gadumo Lokoja, shortly after observing the two Rakat prayers. The Director General explained that though the Ramadan and Lent season coincided this year, and urged members of the two religions to see themselves as one, nothing that Nigerian irrespective of religious differences  are one in spirit. Doctor Oricha noted that people should not use religion to divide themselves hence the country belongs to all of us. He called for understanding among individuals as the country is facing security challenges. According to him, all hands most be undeck to nurture the country to greatness. Doctor Oricha used the celebration of  Sallah to called on Muslim to refrain from any bad behavior which are detrime...

EID-EL-FITR: Gov. Ododo Urges Muslims to hold on to Lessons of Ramadan

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  Ko gi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has felicitated with Muslims on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, urging citizens to sustain unity, compassion and peaceful coexistence as lessons of Ramadan.  In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Ismaila Isah, the Governor described Eid-el-Fitr as a significant moment marking the successful completion of Ramadan a period of fasting, reflection and spiritual renewal. “Eid-el-Fitr is not only a celebration of the end of fasting but also a reminder of the shared values that bind us together as a people and teaches sacrifice, generosity and love for one another.” Governor Ododo commended the Muslim Ummah for their devotion, discipline, and prayers for the peace, stability and progress of Kogi State and the nation during the holy month. He called on residents to continue to uphold the virtues of patience, tolerance, and mutual respect, stressing that the lessons of Ramadan should guide daily interactions and collective efforts ...