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  The Nupe Natives of Lokoja Development Union, has organised a free quarterly medical check-up on Saturday in Lokoja. The medical outreach featured screening for Blood Pressure, blood sugar, body weight, and medical counseling, among others. The Etsu Lokoja, Chief Emmanuel Akamisoko Dauda-Shelika, NYamkpa IV, said the initiative aimed to promote societal wellness,  "We know times are hard, and not many prioritize health. Bringing healthcare to the doorstep can enhance health awareness and encourage early diagnosis. "Over 100 people were screened, surpassing the 60 attendees in December 2025," he said. Dauda-Shelika highlighted that many people fear medical check-ups due to pain or anxiety, stressing the need for public health managers to make healthcare more accessible and friendly. The royal father commended the Kogi government for healthcare efforts but urged more focus on early diagnosis and preventive care to save resources and lives.  "Government spends more o...

  The Kogi State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) and Participation Initiative for Behavioural Change in Development (PIBCID) have equipped 200 Facilitators, Education Management Information System (EMIS) Officers, and Area Officers with enhanced skills to improve learning outcomes and service delivery in non-formal education sectors and vocational centres. The training, held successively in Dekina and Adavi Local Government Areas, focused on addressing gaps in data management, instructional delivery, and programme implementation. Speaking on in Adavi, the AGILE State Project Coordinator (SPC), Alh. Ahmed Tijani Oricha, described the initiative as a strategic intervention aimed at boosting AGILE's effectiveness in Kogi.  "Building the capacity of facilitators and officers remains critical to achieving sustainable outcomes, particularly in advancing non-formal education for adolescent girls,," he said. Oricha emphasized that accurate data co...

  The Kogi State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) and Participation Initiative for Behavioural Change in Development (PIBCID) have equipped 200 Facilitators, Education Management Information System (EMIS) Officers, and Area Officers with enhanced skills to improve learning outcomes and service delivery in non-formal education sectors and vocational centres. The training, held successively in Dekina and Adavi Local Government Areas, focused on addressing gaps in data management, instructional delivery, and programme implementation. Speaking on in Adavi, the AGILE State Project Coordinator (SPC), Alh. Ahmed Tijani Oricha, described the initiative as a strategic intervention aimed at boosting AGILE's effectiveness in Kogi.  "Building the capacity of facilitators and officers remains critical to achieving sustainable outcomes, particularly in advancing non-formal education for adolescent girls,," he said. Oricha emphasized that accurate data co...

  Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has congratulated the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, and other members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), following their election at the just-concluded National Convention of the party in Abuja. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Ismaila Isah, the Governor described the convention as a major milestone that reflects the unity, strength and democratic ideals of the APC. “The emergence of the new leadership through a peaceful and consensus-driven process brings to the fore the maturity and resilience of our great party and its readiness to consolidate on past achievements.” Governor Ododo commended party leaders and stakeholders for ensuring a smooth and rancour-free exercise, noting that the election of the new party officials into key positions demonstrates a shared commitment to strengthening the party’s structure, accommodating tendencies within party and con...

  The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Executive Chairman of Mopamuro Local Government Area, Hon. Ademola Bello Destiny, on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message, Hon. Fanwo described Hon. Ademola Bello as a committed grassroots leader whose dedication to the growth and development of Mopamuro Local Government Area continues to drive confidence among the people. He commended the Chairman for his pragmatic leadership style, noting that his efforts in promoting unity, peace, and people-oriented governance have contributed significantly to the progress being witnessed in the area. The Commissioner expressed appreciation for Hon. Destiny’s undoubted loyalty to the ideals of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his support for the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, stressing that such commitment remains vital to the collective success of the party and the sta...

  Students of Ajine College of Health Sciences and Technology, Agbeji in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, have been charged to remain disciplined, focused, and dedicated to their academic pursuits. The Provost of the college, Alhaji Dr. Khalifa Umaru Sanni, gave the charge during the induction ceremony of the 2026 students held at the institution during the week. In his address, Dr. Sanni reminded the students of the core objectives of their academic journey, stressing that their parents and guardians have invested greatly in their future. He urged them to justify this trust by striving for excellence and making their families proud through outstanding academic performance and meaningful contributions to the healthcare needs of society. He noted that the courses offered by the college are largely self-reliant, encouraging students not to depend solely on white-collar jobs after graduation. According to him, the knowledge and skills acquired would enable them to be self-e...