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Celebrating Yeye Esther Leke Abejide @50: A Tribute by Dr. Amb. Babatunde Samuel (Esanuaje), FCA*

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 On this momentous occasion, I take great pleasure in celebrating a remarkable woman, Yeye Esther Abejide, as she marks her 50th birthday. Her life is a testament to excellence, loyalty, and unwavering support for both community and leadership. Yeye Esther, your steadfast commitment, dignity, and noble character shine brightly, serving as an inspiration to many. Indeed, behind every great leader stands a woman of strength, and you embody this truth with grace. Esanuaje describe yeye Esther Leke Abejide as a woman of exceptional grace, humility, and kindness. Your ability to open your home to all, regardless of political affiliation, has distinguished you as a hospitable and compassionate personality. Your welcoming disposition and genuine ability to connect with both supporters and non-supporters of your husband’s political career have earned you widespread admiration and respect. You have been a pillar of support for your husband and a stabilizing force within your family and comm...

The Construction of an Airport in Zairagi Lokoja Kogi State will boost the economy of the state.

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  The Construction of an Airport in Zairagi Lokoja Kogi State will boost the economy of the state. The Oheite farm center Musa Usman Ogwu Stated this while speaking with our reporter in his palace,farm center Adavi Local Government Area. The Royal father Musa Usman Ogwu said building of the air Port in the state is a well come development hence it will create job opportunities for the teaming people of the state  According to him the Air Port is a capital project and prayed for grant Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo the courage to execute finish the project in record time. Chief Musa Usman Ogwu said the Governor is governing the state in the fear of God stressing that the people of Oheite will fully be mobiled for the reelection of President Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo in 2027. He called on the ditractors of the present Administration to desist pointing out that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo is changing narrative of the state. The Royal father also appealed to the peopl...

Death has occurred of Mrs. Theresa Adejatu Onoja Nee Ocheje on 27th of March 2026. Age , 73 .

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  Death has occurred of Mrs. Theresa Adejatu  Onoja Nee Ocheje on 27th of March 2026. Age , 73 . Mrs Theresa Adejetu Onoja (JP) died following an illness at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital  Gwagwalada.  She is survived by 6 children, 15 grandchildren, other than her husband , Hon . Chief Sylvester  Momoh Onoja, former Commissioner for Education Science and Technology in Kogi State.  Meanwhile, the burial arrangements of Mrs Theresa Adejetu Onoja JP have been released. A family statement by the son of the deceased, Amana Onoja, says on 16 April 2026,  body leaves University of Abuja Teaching Hospital's Mortuary, Gwagwalada, at 9am for her  country home, Efachipu, Imani  , Olamaboro Local Government of Kogi State to be received at the residence of Chief Sylvester Momoh Onoja, while Christian wake begins by 4pm. On  Friday, 17th of April 2026, the body arrives holy cross  Catholic Church  Imane for a funeral mass at 10...

Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools Commends Governor Ododo on Milestones Achievements in Education Sector, Appeals for One Billion Naira Revolving Loans for members

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  Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo's intervention in the educational sector has been described as a significant milestone in the history of Kogi State. Chairman, Kogi State Wing of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), Comrade Emejeh Sunday Ogwu stated this while reacting to the commissioning of GYB Model Science Secondary Schools in both Kabba Bunnu and Adavi Local Government Areas of Kogi State. Comrade Ogwu applauded the government's efforts particularly the free education policy which remain a reference point anywhere in the country. He also commended him for the construction of the ultra modern schools in both Local Government saying he is quite aware that such project is ongoing at the Government Technical College Idah. The Unionist however appealed for the upgrades of all schools to an enviable standards emphasizing that school environment with its luxurious trappings, have been a primary source of enchantment to pupils and students in both historical and mode...

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo's intervention in the educational sector has been described as a significant milestone in the history of Kogi State

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  Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo's intervention in the educational sector has been described as a significant milestone in the history of Kogi State. Chairman, Kogi State Wing of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), Comrade Emejeh Sunday Ogwu stated this while reacting to the commissioning of GYB Model Science Secondary Schools in both Kabba Bunnu and Adavi Local Government Areas of Kogi State. Comrade Ogwu applauded the government's efforts particularly the free education policy which remain a reference point anywhere in the country. He also commended him for the construction of the ultra modern schools in both Local Government saying he is quite aware that such project is ongoing at the Government Technical College Idah. The Unionist however appealed for the upgrades of all schools to an enviable standards emphasizing that school environment with its luxurious trappings, have been a primary source of enchantment to pupils and students in both historical and mode...

The Kogi state government has been called upon to assist Egume community in re-building the Palace of Onu Egume/ the head Okura District in Dekina Local Government Area.

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  The Kogi state government has been called upon to assist Egume community in re-building the Palace of Onu Egume/ the head Okura District in Dekina Local Government Area.  The National President of Egume-Ome Descendants Union (EODU), Comrade Sunday Maji  made the call while addressing  journalists in Lokoja on Tuesday.  Comrade Maji stressed that government's intervention in the Palace project is highly needed in view of the government's respect for the traditional institutions in the state. Comrade Maji assured that the people of Egume community will not rest on their oars in contributing their quotas towards the Palace project, as he solicited the financial support of government and non-governmental, Individual and public organizations to rally round Egume to achieve this noble objectives. The fundraising arrangement which is scheduled to hold on Saturday 18th April 2026 at Colonnade Hall, Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja would be  chaired by Hon. Paul Gowon Ha...

New Dawn at NYSC Kogi: Chris-Moneke Assumes Duty as Oshungbohun Retires

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  The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Kogi State, has bid farewell to its State Coordinator, Mr Femi Oshungbohun, who retired from active service after 33 years. At a send-off ceremony on Tuesday in Lokoja, Oshungbohun formally handed over the reins to Mrs. Chika Touchi Chris-Moneke, who assumes office as the new State Coordinator. Oshungbohun, who joined the NYSC in 1992, is retiring at the mandatory civil service age of 60.  Reflecting on his career, Oshungbohun said he was filled with joy to be alive and well today. "I started this journey in 1992 and here I am, finishing the race healthy and without regret.  "There is no greater honour from the Almighty than that," he said. While admitting that his journey had its share of ups and downs, the outgoing coordinator maintained that “the ups were many and far weightier than the downs.”  He described his exit as gracious and devoid of regrets, adding that his greatest legacy would be corps members who “go out ther...