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  The Director General, Kogi State Bureau of Lands, Tpl. Kehinde Augustine Salihu-Otaru (FNITP) in his congratulatory message in Lokoja said the Holy Month of Ramadan is one of the pillars of Islam that teaches restraints, charity, resilience and fear of Allah. Tpl. Salihu-Otaru commended Governor Ododo, his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu, the Account General, Hajia Doctor Habibat Tijani Onumoko and the entire members of his cabinet for sustaining the established recognition of the work force through prompt payment of salaries particularly during festive seasons as well as implementation of promotions. He advised Muslims to abide with the lessons of Ramadan by maintaining peace with adherent of other religion. Tpl. Salihu-Otaru also called for prayers for stability and progress emphasizing the need to live a life of holiness, love and devotion as exemplified by the Holy Prophets. While urging the Bureau of Lands and civil servants in general to be supportive of the APC led administrat...

  A politician and philanthropist, Hon. Dr  John Yusuf Suberu, has formally declared his intention to contest for the Federal House of Representatives seat representing Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Hon. Suberu at his official declaration and empowerment programme on Wednesday at Ege in Adavi, promised to address pressing issues affecting the area. He expressed his deep love for his people and constituency, citing the struggles of the youth, women, and vulnerable members of society as his motivation for seeking office. "I humbly ask you to bear with me today, because what I am about to share with you is not just a speech.  "It is a confession. It is a cry from the heart of a son who deeply loves his people and can no longer remain silent while his land suffers," he said. He acknowledged the challenges facing Adavi/Okehi, including poor roads, insecurity, and inadequate education, and pledged to prioritize thes...

  The House of Assembly Aspirant for Okura Constituency in Dekina Local Government Area, Audu Yunisa Imadi has felicitated with the people and Muslims in his Constituency on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebration.  In his Sallah message made  available to newsmen in Lokoja , Audu Yunisa Imadi advised Muslims to continue to imbibe the lessons of the holy month of Ramadan beyond the celebration.  The House of Assembly Aspirant also emphasized the need for them to use the occasion to pray for Nigeria to overcome its security and economic challenges. Audu Yunisa Imadi who expressed concern over the challenges confronting the less privileged in the country, called on wealthy Muslims to use the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr to put smiles on the faces of the needy, giving them a sense of belonging during and after the celebration. On the forthcoming election Audu Yunisa Imadi said the  people needed continuous effective leadership in the Community as well as vis...

  Kogi State Head of Project Management Financial Unit, World Bank Assisted, Office of the Accountant General of Kogi State,Mallam Aliu Abdulazeez has extended his warmest greetings to the state, Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, his Deputy, Comrade Joel Oyibo, Accountant General of Kogi State, Chief Dr. Habibat Tijani Onumoko, Director General of Kogi State Government House Administration, Dr Umar Shuaibu Oricha, Muslim brethren and none Muslims alike on the celebration of 2026, eid al-Fitri , which  mark the end of the month- long fasting of the month of Ramadan.  Abdulazeez, in a message of felicitation to the Muslims community congratulated the Governor and  adherents of Holy Prophet Muhammad [PBUH]  for the sound health and strength granted them to scale through the hurdle of the fasting period despite the harsh weather condition as the Ramadan lasted.  According to him, the commemoration of Salah is the celebration of the completion of the training i...

  In a heartwarming display of compassion, the Wife of Kogi State Governor, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has distributed essential items to inmates at the Nigeria Correctional Centre in Achoze, Okajem, Okene. Hajia Ododo made the donation when she visited the centre on Wednesday to spread a message of hope and compassion to the inmates. She said the visit to the correctional centre was a rare demonstration of care and compassion, aimed at alleviating the playing inmates with special attention to nursing mothers.  Represented by the Wife of Kogi State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Princess Karimat Abdullahi, the First Lady emphasized that the inmates' circumstances do not define their worth. She, assured them that they remain valued members of society.  "Your being here doesn't mean you're abandoned. We still care for you and you definitely have loved ones who still pray for your return. So, keep hope alive and remain prayerful," she said. Beyond the...

  Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has handed over the contract for the proposed Zariagi International Airport to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation and Gamji Nigeria Limited. The brief ceremony took place on Wednesday at the Government House in Lokoja, with key stakeholders and international partners in attendance. Governor Ododo described the airport as a “legacy initiative” that reflects his administration’s commitment to economic transformation and improved regional connectivity.  He noted that the contractors emerged after a rigorous procurement process and assured them of the state government’s full support in delivering a world-class aviation facility. The governor also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government for granting approval for the project stressing that Kogi State occupies a special place in Nigeria’s aviation history, noting that one of the earliest aircraft landings in the country occurred in the st...