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Kogi West Leaders Forum Inaugurates Members, Charges Unity for Rapid Development

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  The Kogi West Leaders Forum has inaugurated its members with a strong call for unity and collective commitment toward the rapid development of the district. The forum, convened under the chairmanship of the former Deputy Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency, Arc. Yomi Awoniyi, brought together prominent elders, political stakeholders, and opinion leaders from across Kogi West to deliberate on the urgent need for a unified political direction and sustainable development of the area. The gathering featured a high-powered assembly of respected leaders, including Prince Olusola Akanmode, Barr. Sola Ojo, Hon. Aro Samuel Bamidele, Hon. Jetrurh Oni (popularly known as Chop-Chop), Chief Faniyi, and many other distinguished personalities. In his remarks, Arc. Yomi Awoniyi emphasized that the core objective of the forum is to foster unity, peace, and purposeful direction for the people of Kogi West. He clarified that the platform has no political undertone but is designed to encourage co...
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Kogi AGILE Project Intensifies Efforts to Empower Out-of-School Girls Through Literacy Program

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  The Kogi State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment ( Kogi AGILE) Project, has taken a significant step towards expanding access to education for out-of-school adolescent girls and vulnerable learners.  The project, in collaboration with the Participation Initiative for Behavioural Change in Development (PIBCID), has successfully monitored Mass Literacy Centres across the 21 Local Government Areas of the state. Speaking on the initiative during the exercise on Monday in Lokoja, , Alh. Ahmed Tijani Oricha, State Project Coordinator (SPC) of Kogi AGILE, said continuous monitoring and data-driven supervision are critical to the success of the initiative. According to him the exercise, which forms part of the implementation of Subcomponent 2.2c, aims to provide functional literacy, vocational skills, and empowerment opportunities for adolescent girls who are unable to access formal education.  "Standardized learners' registers were presented to facilitat...
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Lokoja Agog As Pastor Dr. Isreal Olajumoke Celebrates 59th Birthday in Grand Style

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  Lokoja Agog As Pastor Dr. Isreal Olajumoke Celebrates 59th Birthday in Grand Style; Orphans, the Less Privileged Smile Home with Cash, Foodstuffs, Others* Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, was filled with excitement and celebration as the Resident Pastor of Living Faith Church Worldwide Headquarters, Lokoja, Pastor Dr. Isreal Olajumoke, marked his 59th birthday in a grand and remarkable style that brought joy to many, especially orphans and the less privileged in society. The week-long celebration turned into a carnival-like event as friends, associates, well-wishers, and church branches from within and outside the state trooped out in large numbers to celebrate with the respected cleric. Among the dignitaries who graced the occasion was the Vice Chancellor of Federal University Lokoja, Prof .Gbenga Solomon Ibilleye, who attended the celebration alongside his beloved wife and other members of his family. Speaking during the event, Pastor Dr. Isreal Olajumoke disclosed that his init...
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Support Women, Empower Nigeria: AHF Nigeria Calls for Action on Int'l Women's Day 2026

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  The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria, has called on leaders, policymakers, and communities to take action and provide women and young girls with the opportunities and support they deserve.  The organization made this appeal in a statement its Senior Advocacy and Marketing Manager, Mr Steve Aborishade made available to Journalists on Sunday in Lokoja. to mark the International Women's Day (IWD), celebrated on March 8, 2026. This year, AHF Nigeria joins the global movement to demand an end to the inequities that hold women and girls back with an IWD commemoration on March 9, across all AHF Nigeria states (Abuja-FCT, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Benue, Cross River, Kogi and Nasarawa state).  AHF Nigeria highlighted the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls in sub-Saharan Africa, where they account for over 60% of new infections.  The organization emphasized that gender-based violence, limited access to healthcare, and reproductive rights restrictions c...
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The chairman Bassa LGA Theophilus Daruwana Adama felicitate with women on the celebration of the International day of women

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  The chairman of Bassa Local Government Area Theophilus Daruwana Adama has extended warm felicitations to women across Kogi State and Nigeria as the world commemorates the 2026 International Women’s Day. Speaking on occasion , the chairman  described the day as an important moment to appreciate women whose daily efforts strengthen families and sustain society.  Daruwana Adama noted that the occasion provides an opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to the advancement of women in every sphere of life. Reflecting on this year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” Adama observed that the message highlights a simple but profound truth — societies make meaningful progress when women are supported, encouraged, and given the opportunity to thrive. According to him, the theme calls for intentional investment in women through mentorship, opportunities, knowledge-sharing, and inclusion.  He emphasized that when women rise, communities rise with them and therefore e...
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IDOMA PEOPLE IN KOGI STATE PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO THE ACCOUNTANT GENERAL, PROMISES TO VOTE FOR ODODO

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  Idoma Development Association, Kogi State Chapter has promised to work accidously with the present administration for second term office in twenty twenty seven general elections The President of  the Association, Chief Joefrank Olotu made the remarks when he led members of the Association on a courtesy call to the Accountant General, Chief Habitat Oyiza Tijjani Onumoko in her residence at GRA Okene in the central Senatorial District. The President said Idoma people in kogi state would continue to work accidously to support to the present administration under Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for the second term in office come twenty twenty seven elections. According to him, Joefrank explained that Idoma people were lagging behind politically & economically in the scheme of things such as appointment of Idoma indigene into the cabinet as Special Assistant or Advisers. The President while presenting certificate of recognition and Award of Excellence and uncommon capacity building...
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House of Assembly Aspirant for Okura Constituency , Audu Yunisa Imadi described the Emergence of Engineer Aliyu Momoh Ezzu as the right person for the job

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  A House of Assembly Aspirant from Okura Constituency,in Dekina Local Government Area, under the Auspices of All Progressive Congress (APC) Audu  Yunisa Imadi says the emergence of Engineer Aliyu Momoh Ezzu as the Kogi State All Progressives Congress Chairman is a Clear indication of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's  and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo administrations.  Hon Audu Inadi Yunisa stated  this while speaking with newsmen at the just concluded  State Congress of All Progressive Congress (APC) at Buhari Civil Centre in Lokoja . Audu Yunisa Imadi explained that the coming of Engineer Aliyu Momoh Ezzu the emergence of Engineer Ezzu as APC State Chairman has also received total support from Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo all critical stakeholders of the party in the state. Imadi commended  Engineer Ezzu's leadership of the party describing him as the right person for the job ahead of next year general elections. Hon Audu Yunisa Im...
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