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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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

Kogi Head of Civil Service, Hajiya Falilat Yusuf Musa, Felicitates with Kogi First Lady on the Occasion of Her Birthday

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  Kogi Head of Civil Service, Hajiya Falilat Yusuf Musa, Felicitates with Kogi First Lady on the Occasion of Her Birthday, Describes Her as a Woman of Virtue* The Head of Civil Service of Kogi State, Hajiya Falilat Yusuf Musa,  has sent a warm birthday tribute to the First Lady of Kogi State, Her Excellency Hajiya Sefinat Usman Ododo, wife of the Chief Servant of Kogi State, as she marks her birthday today. In a statement made available to the media, Hajiya Falilat Yusuf Musa described the First Lady as a woman of virtue and a beacon of hope to women and families across the state. She applauded the First Lady for her tireless commitment to the socio-economic advancement of Kogi State through various humanitarian intervention programmes aimed at improving the lives of citizens. The Head of Civil Service particularly commended Hajiya Sefinat Ododo’s proactive role in championing initiatives that directly impact vulnerable groups in society. She noted that the First Lady has made...

Veterinary Association Cracks Down on Illegally Operating Vet Store in Kogi

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  The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), Kogi State chapter has shut down a veterinary store, Geo-Vex Agroventure, in Sango community, Kabba, for operating illegally and providing quack services to unsuspecting customers. The store was found to be mixing antibiotics in plastic bottles and storing vaccines improperly, posing a health risk to both animals and humans. Dr. Tolu Samuel Omotugba, Chairman of NVMA Kogi State, while addressing newsmen on Friday in Kabba, said the action was taken after receiving a petition and verifying the illicit activities at the premise. "The perpetrator had no experienced veterinary practitioner or animal health scientist, and was simply running a buying and selling business without regard for professional ethics," Dr. Omotugba said. Dr Omotugba, who doubles as the Vice-Chairman of Veterinary council of Nigeria (VCN) Regulatory Committee of Veterinary Premises in Kogi, said the action would serve as a warning to others operating sim...