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  Former Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Prof. Stephen Ikani Ocheni, has extended warm felicitations to Chief Ogwu James Onoja (SAN), a prominent legal luminary and revered son of Kogi State, on the occasion of his birthday. Chief Ogwu James Onoja, who holds the chieftaincy title of Agenyi Ata-Igala, is widely recognized as a towering figure in Nigeria’s legal profession.  Over the years, he has made robust contributions to the advancement of administration of justice, earning him respect and admiration across the country. In his tribute, Prof. Ocheni described Chief Onoja as a dedicated servant of the people, noting his commitment to reaching out to the indigent and vulnerable members of society. Prof. Ocheni highlighted the legal icon’s philanthropic gestures and his consistent efforts to uplift communities. “Chief Ogwu James Onoja remains a reference point in community and state service, giving back to society without boundaries,” Prof. Ocheni stated. “His life...

  The Wife of the Kogi State Governor, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has urged Kogites at home and in the diaspora to unite and maximise the spiritual significance of the Ramadan fast and the Lenten season for the overall progress of the state. In a goodwill message to Muslim and Christian faithfuls, the First Lady emphasised the need for adherents of both faiths to reflect on the core values of devotion to the Creator, sacrifice, discipline, and compassion, principles that have sustained humanity for centuries. She noted that strengthening these values would deepen unity, foster social cohesion, and accelerate sustainable development across the state. Hajia Sefinat further observed that the coincidence of the two fasting periods was divinely significant, urging Muslims and Christians to commit themselves to spirituality and fervent prayers for the people, leaders, and the overall development of Kogi State. The First Lady reassured citizens of her continued commitment to supporting gi...

  Sri Lankan Lecturers Were Left to Sink or Swim During COVID-19 Pandemic, New Study Finds ...Research from a team of international academics reveals the hidden toll of emergency online teaching on university staff in developing higher education systems When the COVID-19 pandemic forced universities around the world to close their doors overnight, lecturers in Sri Lanka faced a crisis that went far beyond simply moving their classes online. A new study published in the *Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research Fundamentals* has laid bare the scale of pedagogical disruption experienced by academics who were expected to continue teaching with little preparation, inadequate infrastructure, and almost no institutional support. The paper, *Pedagogical Disruption and Lecturer Preparedness During Emergency Online Teaching: Evidence from Sri Lankan Higher Education*, brings together researchers from institutions across the United Kingdom, Bangladesh, and Nigeria to examine what r...

  The National Association of Okun  Students (NAOS), FeDeral University Lokoja Chapter has felicitated with Professor Gbenga Solomon Ibileye on his inauguration as the fourth Vice Chancellor of the academic institution. Speaking shortly after the inauguration ceremony in Lokoja NAOS President,  Comrade Ibrahim Adeshina congratulated the newly appointed Vice Chancellor and wished him a successful tenure. He expressed appreciation to God for finding him worthy to serve the institution emphasizing that he was overwhelmed with joy for having two Vice Chancellors emerging from Okun nation. Adeshina urged Okun students to remain a shining light in the academic community and charged them to devote quality time for academic activities. The President also solicited for more welfare in the aspect of bursary, scholarship awards  and acknowledged the contributions of Senator Sunday Karimi in the academic circle. In a remark, the Speaker of the Association, Comrade Yackson Godwin...

  The Kogi State Livestock Productivity and Resilience (Kogi L-PRES) Project, in collaboration with Kogi Ministry of Livestock Development, has launched a mass vaccination exercise against Transboundary Animal Diseases (TADs).  During the Stakeholders' Engagement meeting  in Lokoja, the Commissioner for Livestock Development, Dr Olufemi Bolarin, said the initiative aims to safeguard animal health, strengthen livestock productivity, and enhance food security in the state. The meeting brought together stakeholders, including farmers, veterinarians, animal scientists, traditional rulers, security agencies and others, to discuss strategies for the vaccination drive. The Commissioner urged farmers, cattle breeders, and pastoralists to support the vaccination drive being administered freely to the livestock in the state. "We have done it before, and we can do it again," he said, referencing Kogi's previous success in animal vaccination.  He emphasised that the the vaccines...

  AJINE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY, AGBEJI-KOGI STATE WISHES MUSLIMS A BLESSED RAMADAN The management and staff of Ajine College of Health Sciences & Technology, Agbeji, Kogi State, through its Provost, Alhaji Dr. Khalifa Umaru Sanni, send warm Ramadan greetings to all Muslims in Nigeria and beyond. Ramadan is a special month of fasting, prayer, and thinking about good deeds. It is a time to be patient, kind, and help one another. In his message, the Provost asked Muslims to show generosity, help the less privileged, and live in peace and unity. “Let us use this holy month to pray for our country, our people, and for everyone’s well-being. May Allah bless us all with health, happiness, and success,” he said. He also reminded students and those who want to study health courses that the college gives good education and training to prepare them to serve the community. The Provost added that admission forms are now on sale at the college campus in Agbeji, Kogi S...