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Kogi State Government have been called upon to investigate the recent killings of five indigenes of Bassa Local Government Area. The Spokes person of the Arenge Clan, Comrade Huleji Bikwo made the appeal while speaking with Newsmen after condoleing with family members of the deasese at Sheria Community of Bassa Local Government Area. Comrade Huleji Bikwo expressed shock on the untimely dead of five indigenes of the area and called on suspected hoodlums to desist for the sake of peace and development of the Local Government Area. According to him, the people of the three districts of the local government Area should see themselves as one family ,pointing out that unity of purpose will ensure rapid development. Mr Huleji prayed God to grant the family of the desease fortitude to bear the lost understanding the fact that dead is a necessary end to all motals. The Spokesperson of the Arenge Clan ,Comrade Huleji Bikwo called on the council Chairman,Mr Theophilus Daruwana Adama and his counc...

 I Hon. Yahaya Musa Omoyi from Adavi LGA, a retired Permanent Secretary and immediate past S.A. in the administration of His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, on behalf of my family, friends and political associates heartily congratulate His Excellency,the Executive Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo for his progressive continuity policy and program which is aimed at improving the living conditions of workers, pensioners and all citizens of the state. Kogites are appreciative of your kind approval and implementation of #72,500 minimum wage and and cash backing of additional #10,000 to pensioners in the state and local government areas. These great gestures from His Excellency can't be taken for granted as the good people of Kogi State are enthralled and grateful to the governor and his cabinet members for the impact of the administration on the lives of Kogites. The good people of Kogi State are pleased with the re-appointment of Hon. Adams Adabenege and his subsequent...

 The contractors handlings various categories of works in the Federal Capital Development Authority ( FCDA), Abuja have appealed to the Hon. Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike for immediate payment. One of the contractors who spoke with the Confluence news, Mr. Linus Uche stated that,he has been working with the FCDA as a contractor for the past 18 years and with successive administrations without any problem, but since the assumption office of the present minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, life has become unbearable for him as the minister has ordered the abrupt stoppage of payment for all job executed before his appointment despite completion certificate issued by the relevant agencies and that new jobs are being awarded to green horn contractors who have no registration certificate with the FCDA under the pretence of emergency work as all efforts for the minister to see reasons for the payment has not yielded positive result. Mr Uche appealed to the minister for payment as their banks and ot...

The Kogi State Government has restated its determination to promote the  entertainment industry for the stability and advancement of the people of the state.  Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo made the statement in a message when the Igala Performing Gospel Musicians Association (IPGMA) visited him today in his office in Lokoja. Governor Ododo represented by the Deputy Comrade Joel Salifu said music is lively, creative and philosophical noting that God loves praises. He called on the artists to remain inspirational in their music production for the edification of people's souls, and to influence the power of God on the state. He expressed that he is prepared to serve the people selflessly, and call for prayers and more support of the group for the progress of the state. He  appealed to the people of the three district of the state to see themselves as one people, noting that his burden is to improve the living conditions of the general populace. Governor Ododo revealed that the ...

A sociocultural group, the Orokere-Amuro Welfare Association (OWA) in Orokere Amuro, has appealed to Kogi State and Local Governments to rehabilitate the deteriorated roads and provision of modern healthcare facility in the community. The National President of OWA, Mr Segun Peter, made the call during the 2024 Orokere Day celebration and Fund Raising ceremony, at Orokere-Amuro in Mopamuro Local Government Area of Kogi State. Peter described Orokere Day as a special day reserved for the celebration of Orokere Amuro’s rich and alluring cultural heritage, tradition and unity.  According to him, the day presents an opportunity of enhanced cohesiveness, increased sense of community awareness among sons and daughters of Orokere Amuro, as well as providing bigger synergy required to embark on community self-help projects.  "Over the years, the proceed of donations from the events have been judiciously used to solve myriads of communities needs in terms of social infrastructure and ot...

A sociocultural group, the Orokere-Amuro Welfare Association (OWA) in Orokere Amuro, has appealed to Kogi State and Local Governments to rehabilitate the deteriorated roads and provision of modern healthcare facility in the community. The National President of OWA, Mr Segun Peter, made the call during the 2024 Orokere Day celebration and Fund Raising ceremony, at Orokere-Amuro in Mopamuro Local Government Area of Kogi State. Peter described Orokere Day as a special day reserved for the celebration of Orokere Amuro’s rich and alluring cultural heritage, tradition and unity.  According to him, the day presents an opportunity of enhanced cohesiveness, increased sense of community awareness among sons and daughters of Orokere Amuro, as well as providing bigger synergy required to embark on community self-help projects.  "Over the years, the proceed of donations from the events have been judiciously used to solve myriads of communities needs in terms of social infrastructure and ot...

  Kogi State Executive Governor, Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo's groundbreaking decision to cover West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC) fees for final-year students has sent waves of excitement and optimism across Kogi State. This bold move not only alleviates financial burdens on families but also reinforces the government's commitment to education as a cornerstone of development. Virally, it is trending that Governor Usman Ododo has approved immediate payment of 2024/2025 West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) fees of 18,734 students in public secondary schools in Kogi state. The aim of this is not just to lessen the burden of fees on the parents but also to reduce the out of school children in Kogi State. By this Gov. Ododo is timely executing the mandates of the Northern Governors Forum which is to reduce out of School Children in the Region. By shouldering WAEC fees, Governor Ododo ensures that no child is denied access to quality education due to economic cons...

Gov. Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State, has approved over N600 million for the payment of 2024/2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Senior Secondary (SS3) students in the State. The State's Commissioner for Education, Hon. Wemi Jones, FCIB, at a press conference on Tuesday in Lokoja, said the fund would cover a total of 18,734 SS3 students in public schools in the state.   Jones noted that the WAEC fees payment was inline with the Law for Free Examination Registration Fees for Kogi State Students in Public Primary & Secondary Schools in Kogi State, signed former Governor Yahaya Bello.   The commissioner stressed that the law had made it mandatory for Government to pay for all Internal and External examinations for the pupils in public primary and secondary schools. According to him, Governor Ododo being part of the last administration, is building on the solid foundation in education, laid by his predecessor, Alh. Yahaya Bello. Jones said the ...

The Kogi State Project Implementation Unit (SPIU) under the Kogi Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAM), led by Engr Sheidu Adamu Obansa , has reiterated its commitment to smooth project executions across the state. Engr Obansa gave the assurance during a meeting with Contractors to handle the phase 1 Backlog maintenance /Rehabilitation of 65.25km in the state. Recalled that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, recently flag-off of the phase 1 Backlog maintenance /Rehabilitation of 65.25km. The meeting offered an open platform for in-depth discussions, suggestions, and the alignment of project objectives. The meeting is essential interface between the construction supervision consultant, BOLCON Associates, and the contractors: Swaleys Construction Company, Zarcus Construction, and ECL JV Global Integrated Concept Limited. Engineer Obansa reassured all stakeholders that efforts are being intensified to address outstanding issues and streamline operations. “Under the leadership of...

  Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo has been commended for approved the payment of the 2024/2025 WAEC fees for 18,734 Students in Public Secondary Schools in the state. ,Hon(Dr) Eneojo Peters Omachi. An APC Party Leader, Former Caretaker/Executive Chairman, Ofu LGA and an astute business man in Port Harcourt  gave the commendation while speaking with newsmen in Lokoja Hon Eneojo Peters  Omachi said the commended became imperative in view of the proactive measure taken by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo , saying that the  payment of the sum of Six million naira for the WAEC fees was because of his love he has for  education sector. The All Progressive Congress APC Leader who's also a Business Tycoon in PortHarcourt,River State explained that free examination fee for pupils in public schools law enacted by the State Government was in the right direction hence it would encourage teachers and public schools across the state to seat up. He disclosed that ...

The Wife of Kogi Governor, Hajia Sefinat Ododo, has advised pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to always prioritise accessing available health facilities to reduce childbirth complications. Ododo made the call when she visited Kogi Specialist Hospital (KSSH), and the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp on Monday in Lokoja. The governor’s wife also donated cash gifts and essential supplies to women who recently gave birth at the IDP camps, in order to reduce the financial and medical challenges they faced. Ododo, who was represented by the Deputy Governor’s wife, Mrs Margaret Oyibo, restated the need for expectant mothers to access ante natal and post natal care to ensure their wellbeing and that of their babies. She reaffirmed the commitment of Gov. Ahmed Ododo’s administration in improving the health indices across the state. She  further implored the women to take advantage of various health programmes and initiatives, including the Kogi State Health Insurance Scheme, aimed a...

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo is currently in attendance at the ongoing meeting of the 19 Northern States Governors Forum, alongside traditional rulers from the region, taking place at Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House in Kaduna State. The primary agenda of the gathering is to address crucial issues affecting the region. Governor Ododo is being represented by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu, who is accompanied by the Secretary to the Government of Kogi State, Dr. Mrs. Folashade Arike Ayoade. The meeting forms part of the Forum’s proactive approach to engage with key stakeholders and tackle urgent concerns, particularly the persistent challenges of insecurity, out-of-school children, poverty, and other socio-economic problems plaguing the region. Chaired by the Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, and hosted by Governor Uba Sani, the gathering is graced by the presence of governors from Kaduna, Gombe, Kogi, Nasarawa, Zamfara, Adamawa, Kwara, Borno, and Bauchi ...

The Climate and Sustainable Development Network (CSDevNet) in collaboration with the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA), have called on global leaders to deliver on climate pledges and advancing climate justice The National Network Coordinator of CSDevNet, Mr Stephen Abu, made the call during an advocacy "Keep Your Promise" campaign to Lokoja flooded areas, and to office of Kogi Commissioner for Environment and Ecological Management, Hon. Olusegun Joseph. Abu noted that the campaign was aimed at holding global leaders accountable for their climate pledges, particularly as they relate to climate finance and adaptation, ahead of COP29. "The Keep Your Promise Campaign is an initiative launched by the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) in 2023, aims to hold global leaders accountable for their climate action commitments.  "As we approach COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the campaign emphasizes the urgency of delivering on climate pledges and advancing clim...

The Association of Nigerian Student Authors (ANSA), PENKUP International and other partners, have restated their commitment to create platforms for young writers to excel and supporting literary initiatives in Nigeria.  The National President of ANSA, Maymunah Kadiri, gave the assurance while delivering a captivating speech at the Cross Country Poetry Celebration on Saturday at Federal University Lokoja. The Cross Country Poetry Celebration in Lokoja was a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of poetry, music, and performance.  The event, which was organized by the Association of Nigerian Student Authors (ANSA) and Poets in Nigeria (PIN), in collaboration with the National Association of Young Authors (NAYA) and the Global Association of Young Authors (GAYA), was a testament to the power of words and the creative spirit of Nigeria's youth. The celebration, held Saturday October 26th 2024 and proudly sponsored by PENKUP International, brought together a diverse group of poet...

As I reminiscence in these last 365 days of your exit, My other associates and I have, by God's grace, survived this torrid long year. One year of forced growth, change, heartbreak, and grief of our Late beloved Hon. (Chief) Ayodele Adeniyi. "Today marks one year since you left our team, but your legacy and impact continue to inspire us. We remember your unwavering dedication, exceptional expertise and unrelenting passion Your contributions paved the way for our success, and we're grateful for the time we shared. Though you're no longer with us physically, your spirit and influence remain. I have been working to intentionally change my perspective about how your death has changed my mind to drift and wonder about death. Like a good athlete, you finished the race the best way God had given you the abilities to. Though you’re gone, you’re never far from my thoughts. Rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus till we shall meet again when every truth shall be made bare. Signed: ...

For the 8th time in 2024, Nigeria’s power grid collapsed early Saturday, plunging millions of households and businesses into darkness. The incessant collapse has sparked widespread frustration and outrage across the country, with many calling for urgent action to address the persistent power supply crisis. The National Grid, which is managed by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), has experienced 105 collapses in the last decade despite the billions of dollars approved as loans for the electricity sector. In the current administration alone, the electricity sector has secured loans over $1bn from different financial groups. In December 2023, the World Bank approved the $750 million distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up (DARES) project in Nigeria. In July 2024, the African Development Bank Group, AfDB, approved a loan of $ 500 million to Nigeria to help transform the country’s electricity infrastructure and improve access to cleaner energy resources. Nigeria has sec...

The Kogi Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, in partnership with the State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), have vaccinated over 200,000 livestock against anthrax. The State Project Coordinator of Kogi L-PRES, Dr. Olufemi Bolarin, disclosed this when he visited one of the vaccination centers in Lokoja. Bolarin noted that the state had made significant strides in combating anthrax through the vaccination of over 200,000 livestock. He explained that the ongoing vaccination exercise was focused on safeguarding cattle, sheep, and goats across the state. He added that 540,000 doses of the Anthrax Spore Vaccines, had been provided for this phase of the vaccination campaign. "This effort aims to control the spread of the deadly anthrax disease and ensure the health and productivity of livestock in Kogi State. "The vaccination exercise underscores the Kogi State Government's commitment to improving livestock health and supporting farmers'...

The Battle For The Throne of Ata Igala and The Claims of Prince Ocholi Idakwo Ameh Oboni III By: Ochedi Shaibu Udale, Aju Akumabi Royal Lineage, Idah, Kogi State, Nigeria. Part 2: The Battle For The Throne of Ata Igala and The Claims of Prince Ocholi Idakwo Ameh Oboni III  It is worth our information that, the Kogi State High Court sitting in Lokoja had earlier in a judgement delivered by Hon. Justice M.E Umar on February 13th, 2024, dismissed the case for lacking in merit.  However, the plaintiff, Prince Ocholi Idakwo Ameh Oboni III is insisting that the crux of the redress he seeks which lies in the Chieftaincy declaration partaning to the appointment/ascension to the throne of Ata Igala was yet to be answered. And that the closest the Hon. Justice came to doing that was when he held in his judgement thus:  "the legal notice No 2 of 2015 is not a new chieftaincy declaration."  If the above holds true of the said 2015 legal notice, what then was the legal and tradit...

Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has disclosed his administration's target to pay ₦1 million as minimum wage for the state civil servants. He also announced that his government would pay workers in the state a new minimum wage of ₦80,000. Bago revealed that the decision was taken after an extensive meeting with the leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in the state. “This N80,000 is sustainable. We are sure that with our stride in agriculture, we can pay. We are creating a civil service farm so that civil servants can be productive. With that, we are sure that we can do ₦1 million as minimum wage,” he said. The Governor assured that the new minimum wage would apply to civil servants on the state and local government roasters, noting that the state had already paid October's salary. He added that the new ₦80,000 minimum wage will come into effect from November. The State NLC Chairman, Idrees Lafene, expressed his excitement about the development, saying that the ...

The Kogi State Government has promised continued support for the Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) towards enhancing Cassava production and processing for sustainable agricultural transformation in the state. The Speaker Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, gave the assurance during an Advocacy and Policy Dialogue on Cassava Value Chain (Import Substitution), organised by FGN/IFAD-VCDP on Friday in Lokoja. Yusuf, who was represented by member representing Ogori-mangongo constituency, Hon. Bode Ogunmola, emphasised the role of the state Assembly in law making and promised people-oriented legislation. He appealed to the VCDP management to be on the same page with the Assembly to enable it enact law that would promote a smooth running of agricultural activities and development in the state. The speaker reiterated the commitment of Gov. Ahmed Ododo to boosting agricultural productivity in the state. He urged the management of Kogi VCDP to ensure that the targeted...

The Kogi State Government has promised continued support for the Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) towards enhancing Cassava production and processing for sustainable agricultural transformation in the state. The Speaker Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, gave the assurance during an Advocacy and Policy Dialogue on Cassava Value Chain (Import Substitution), organised by FGN/IFAD-VCDP on Friday in Lokoja. Yusuf, who was represented by member representing Ogori-mangogo constituency, Hon. Bode Ogunmola, emphasised the role of the state Assembly in law making and promised people-oriented legislation. He appealed to the VCDP management to be on the same page with the Assembly to enable it enact law that would promote a smooth running of agricultural activities and development in the state. The speaker reiterated the commitment of Gov. Ahmed Ododo to boosting agricultural productivity in the state. He urged the management of Kogi VCDP to ensure that the targeted ...