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  In a thrilling finale to the Afriskaut Elite Super League 2025, Jordan FA demonstrated remarkable skill and sportsmanship, despite losing 2-1 to Flamingo FC in the final match.  The tournament, sponsored by Afriskaut/Ozi-Bako Foundation, brought together six teams to showcase young talents and provide exposure to scouts and clubs. The Afriskaut Elite Super League 2025 kicked off on June 13, 2025, and concluded on July 20, 2025, at Confluence Stadium Lokoja. Jordan FA's journey in the league was nothing short of impressive. Led by Founder and CEO Jordan Haziel, the team accumulated 20 points, securing second position in the table.  Their performance was marked by notable wins, including a 2-1 victory over FC Bako, thrashed FA Bako 4-2, and a humiliating 7-1 defeat of Royal Base FC.   The team's commitment to developing young players and promoting football in Lokoja, Kogi State, was evident throughout the tournament. Speaking after the final match on Sunday, the...

The Executive Governor of Kogi State Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, today, paid tribute to His Royal Majesty Joseph Adebayo Ikusemoro, the Olubunu of Bunu Kingdom at his Centenary birthday celebration.  Accordingly to the Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor, Mr Unubi Emmanuel the event which was held in Olle-Bunu, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area, marked a significant milestone in the life of Oba Ikusemoro, who has reigned for 64 years. The Governor was represented by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu at the celebration. And accompanied by the Member representing Ofu state Constituency at the House of Assembly, Hon. Shehu Seidu Ahmodu, and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Environment, Hon Aboh Ibrahim, among others.   The Governor paid tribute to the monarch's dedication to the service of his people and the preservation of cultural heritage in Bunu Kingdom.  According to the Governor, Oba Ikusemoro's leadership is marked by peace, prosperity, and development in the...

  The Kogi Government, in collaboration with the Federal Government/International Fund for Agricultural Development (FGN/IFAD) Assisted Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP-AF), has launched the distribution of farm inputs to 330 farmers in the state.  The state's Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr Timothy Ojomah, launched the distribution on Saturday in Lokoja. Represented by Hajia Mariat Ibrahim, the ministry's Director of Administration, Ojomah commended the VCDP for its great impacts on agriculture in the state through its tireless support for farmers in boosting the state's economy. Ojomah appreciated Gov. Ahmed Ododo for his commitment to supporting farmers through various agriculture programmes which are yielding positive results in ensuring food security in the State. T he commissioners reiterated government's commitment to creating the enabling environment for the development of agriculture in the state towards food sufficiency. Earlier, and ...

Kogi State Government has described LugardTV as a strategic platform playing a vital role in government information dissemination and public engagement. The Governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of Kogi State (SGS), Dr. (Mrs.) Folashade Ayoade Arike, made this known during the flag-off of the television station’s month-long anniversary celebration. The anniversary commenced on Friday with a community outreach and a novelty football match between Team Ododo and Team Kogi All Stars at the Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre in Lokoja, which ended in a 7-3 victory for team Ododo Ododo commended the management and staff of LugardTV for their professionalism, innovation, and commitment to developmental journalism. He noted that in just one year of operation, the station has demonstrated capacity and effectiveness in amplifying government programmes promoting transparency, and serving as a credible bridge between the government and the people. “LugardTV has quickly posit...

 The Kogi State Chairman, Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), has condemned in it strongest terms, recent attempt to defame the character of the Kogi State Accountant General Dr Mrs Habibat Tijjani. ANAN in a statement signed by the Chairman, Alhaji Ahmed Tijani Oricha, issued to Newsmen in Lokoja, described the State Accountant General, a fellow of ANAN, as a dutiful professional, with impeccable character who has brought her analytical and thinking skills for problem-solving to bear, lauded her for her strong attention to details, a feat that has made many to become envious and scared knowing that managing the finances of the State under Gov. Usman Ahmed Ododo is no longer business as usual. "ANAN wished to therefore use this medium to commend the State Accountant General as one who pays great attention to details, and ensures due diligence in the discharge of her responsibilities, While it is ok for detractors to be intimidated by her rising profile, no amoun...

  A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State, Chief Adegboyega Kolade, has resigned from the party, citing destructive tendencies exhibited by the party's leadership at the national and state levels. Chief Kolade resigned in a letter dated July 18, 2025, addressed to the Chairman of the PDP in Ward 06, Mopamuro LGA, Kogi State, and made a copy available to journalists on Saturday in Lokoja. He expressed his disappointment with the party's leadership, particularly naming Acting Chairman Umar Iliya Damagum, Minister Nyesom Wike, Senator Natasha Akpoti, and other party officials as responsible for the party's current state of disorganization. Chief Adegboyega Kolade, a Barrister, Solicitor, Tax and Insolvency Consultant, who has been a member of the PDP since its formative stage in 1998, tendered his resignation letter, citing the party's internal crisis and leadership style as reasons for his exit. "I hereby tender my letter of resignation of mem...

  It was a gathering marked by sorrow and gratitude to God for a life well-lived as Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, on Friday, led a delegation of members of the state executive council, government officials, and party leaders in the state to the burial rites of the Late Alhaji Yusuf Okala in Ajiyolo Ajikpome, in dekina local government area. The deceased was the father of Hon. Yakubu Yusuf Okala, the state auditor general. In his condolence message, the Governor, represented by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu, expressed heartfelt sympathies to the family of Alhaji Yakubu Okala, saying that the funeral serves as a celebration of the good life led by the departed. He stressed that the education and guidance the late patriarch gave to his children, which made his son the Auditor General of the state, shows his commendable lifestyle. He encouraged parents to provide their children with the finest upbringing and to refrain from uttering curses upon them. Governor Ododo e...

  In clusivity is a process of creating an environment that suits every class in a working institution where distribution of responsibilities is equitably shared and supported based on their values to function ultimately. Inclusivity promotes diversity, religious harmony, political party differences,  Sectional imbalances, encourages participatory governance and break down barriers. Leadership based on inclusivity encourages unity where everyone has the opportunity to contribute passionately with a sense of ownership  In a state governed by exclusivity what you notice is agitations,anger, insecurity, unruly behavior, false pretence based on sycophants. You know why, there's no justice and equitable distribution of their common matrimony in that institution of governance, you find them in service because they've no option, digging deep into their subconscious you'll find out they're pretending,the system can not get the best of them. The best functionality of an individu...

 The Federal Government has ranked Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, as the most compliant Governor in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. This recognition was given by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, during the Africa Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS), held at the State House, Abuja, on Thursday. Dr. Alake lauded Governor Ododo for his commitment to regulatory compliance, institutional reforms, and responsible governance in the solid minerals industry. He noted that such dedication is critical to achieving the federal government’s vision of transforming the mining sector into a key driver of Nigeria’s economic diversification. “Kogi State has demonstrated an outstanding level of alignment with the Federal Government’s roadmap for the solid minerals sector. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has shown what it means to lead with purpose and responsibility,” he said. He added: “In an era where we are working to reposition the mining ...

Jordan Football Academy has maintained its top position in the Afriskaut Elite Super League after a hard-fought 2-1 win over FC Bako in Match Day Nine of the league's second round.  The win, which was secured at the Confluence Stadium Lokoja on Thursday, has seen Jordan FA accumulate 20 points, putting them ahead of Reigner FC and FC Bako, who have 19 and 16 points respectively. The match saw FC Bako take an early lead through Yahaya Hassan's goal in the 23rd minute.  However, Jordan FA quickly responded with Aliyu Akorede scoring two crucial goals in the 28th and 87th minutes to seal the win for his team.  Ayokunle Olajugba's outstanding performance earned him the Man of the Match award. Jordan FA's Founder and CEO, Jordan Haziel, praised the team's determination and doggedness in retaining the top spot.  "Wi th only one game left to play on Sunday against Flamingo FC, Haziel emphasised the team's focus on winning the trophy with maximum points.  He also s...

Kogi sets to become Nigeria’s mineral powerhouse under Gov. Ododo – Kogi Solid Minerals Commissioner Reveals at African Energy Summit Kogi State is set to  emerge a major driver of Nation’s economic diversification through the solid minerals sector. This is according to the state’s Commissioner for Solid Minerals, Engr. Bashir Abubakar Mohammed Gegu. Engr. Gegu made the disclosure while speaking at the 4th African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS 2025), held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Gegu boldly declared, “Kogi is Nigeria’s future, Nigeria is Africa’s future, and Africa is the future of the world.” Gegu revealed to Newsmen that in Nigeria that Kogi State holds more than 38 of Nigeria’s 42 known solid mineral resources, positioning the state as a key contributor to national revenue generation and economic transformation. “Today, I can tell you that Kogi State is blessed beyond measure regarding mineral d...

  Malaria Consortium, an international non-governmental organisation, has partnered with the Kogi Government to launch a Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) programme in the state. Mr Andrew Okwulu, State Project Manager of Malaria Consortium, disclosed this at a media parley on Wednesday in Lokoja. He said the partnership is part of broader efforts to improve health and save lives in malaria-affected communities. Okwulu revealed that Kogi recorded 40,678 confirmed malaria cases among children under five, with 683 of them being severe in 2024. He said, “Sadly, 12 children under five died from malaria, although the actual number may be higher due to underreporting. “These figures highlight the urgent need for effective malaria interventions for vulnerable groups,” he said. According to him, the SMC programme entails administering monthly anti-malaria drugs to children under five to prevent infection. He stressed the need to tackle malaria, pneumonia, diarrhoea, and neglected trop...

The Kogi State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) says it has unveiled regulations on mini-grid power generation and distribution aimed at improving electricity access to underserved and unserved areas across the state. This was disclosed during a working visit by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor of Kogi State, Hon. Ismaila Isah to the headquarters of the Commission in Lokoja, where he was received by the Commission’s leadership led by its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Ibrahim Abdwaaris. Engr. Abdwaaris explained that the mini-grid regulation is part of efforts by KERC to decentralize electricity supply and attract investment into the electricity market in the state.  According to him, the regulations are designed to offer a seamless licensing process for operators seeking to generate up to one megawatt of power for local use. He noted that the Commission, which assumed full control of electricity market regulation in Kogi State from the Nigerian Ele...

 Kogi State Agricultural Development Project (ADP), in partnership with the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), has commenced training of  2,500 livestock farmers and extension agents across the state on climate resilience agricultural practices. Managing Director of Kogi ADP, Mr. George Ogirima Bello, disclosed this during the official flag-off of the programme held in Lokoja. He explained that the training is a proactive response to the growing threat of climate change on livestock productivity as part of its efforts to equip farmers with the skills and knowledge required to adapt to changing weather conditions and environmental risks. According to him, 500 farmers are currently undergoing training in Lokoja, while similar sessions are scheduled to take place in Ajaokuta, Okene, Kabba, Ankpa, and Idah.  He noted that participants are expected to step down the training in their respective communities to ensure widespread impact. “This training...

 LugardTV, the official digital television platform of the Kogi State Government,  has commenced live transmission, one year after its launch. The live broadcast which aired from the LugardTV studio at the Government House Media Centre in Lokoja, featured the inaugural edition of LugardTV News Live, positioning the station as a real-time source of public service information and development news within and outside Kogi State.  The platform launched in July 2024 is an initiative of the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor of Kogi State, Hon. Ismaila Isah designed to bridge the gap in public communication, combat misinformation, and ensure transparent dissemination of credible content from the government. In a statement issued by the Government House Media Team, Hon. Isah described the live transmission as a key deliverable in the long-term media agenda of the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo.  “Going live was one of our foremost goals when LugardTV was ...

In line with the Directives of the National Working Committee (NWC) of our Great Party, the Social Democratic Party (SDP), this is to formally notify all members and officers at the Unit, Ward, Local Government, and State levels within Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State that any individual found to be associated with the so-called Coalition or with any other political party openly or under the guise of representing the Social Democratic Party (SDP) will face strict disciplinary actions.  These actions include suspension or expulsion, in accordance with the provisions of the party's Constitution. The General Public and all stakeholders are hereby strongly advised to Disregard any Unauthorized Claims, Alliances, or Representations made in the Name of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) without formal approval from the appropriate authorities empowered by the National Executive Committee (NEC) and the National Working Committee (NWC). Let this serve as both a warning and a reaff...

W Special Adviser on Media to the Kogi State Governor, Hon. Ismaila Isah, has announced a month-long programme of events to commemorate the first anniversary of LugardTV, the state’s official online public service broadcaster. Hon. Isah disclosed this in a statement issued in Lokoja, where he outlined the timeline and purpose of the anniversary activities scheduled to begin on Friday, July 18, 2025, with a community outreach, and climax on Thursday, August 21, 2025, with a grand finale event in Lokoja.  The statement said the finale would feature key conversations on the future of media entrepreneurship in Nigeria, among other salient issues.  According to the Special Adviser, the celebration is aimed at reflecting on LugardTV’s contributions to public service broadcasting in the past year, as well as reaffirming its mission to connect governance with the people at all levels.  “LugardTV was  established in July 2024 with the vision to tell the Kogi story from authen...

  The Director General of the Kogi State Public Defender and Citizens' Rights Commission (PDCRC), Hon Idris Onogo Esq, has praised Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo's administration for its commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of women and children in the state. The commendation follows the establishment of a Case Management Committee to handle cases of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), child defilement, and family-related complaints. Hon. Idris made this commendation today while addressing Newsmen in Lokoja. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development under the leadership of the Commissioner,  Hon (Haj) Fatimah Momoh, demonstrates Governor Ododo's administration's dedication to creating a safe and supportive environment for all citizens.  The committee's mandate includes providing psycho-social support to survivors, ensuring that cases are handled with care and professionalism, and promoting a culture of respect and dignity f...

Have you heard the proverb, “Òun to ń bẹ lẹ́yìn Ọ̀ffà, ó ju Òjè (what’s behind Ọ̀ffà was more than Òjè)? Reason behind this was that in ancient times Ọ̀ffà was considered the most distanced Yorùbá place (probably from Ọyọ Ilé). However, Olú Òjè was still behind it (further). OLÚ ÒJÉ was amongst ancient towns which had gone into extinction. It was situated beside Ọffà, in Ibọlọ Providence of Ọyọ Empire. Immigrants of the ancient OLÚ ÒJÉ had highest concentration AGBONU'S COMPOUND IN ÌPÈTUMODÙ. And Oríkì Olú Òjé is entwined in OGBÓMOṢỌ́’s. Other people of this Ancestry who deflected from Oje are scattered all over Yorùbá lands. Stories on this can be arranged thus: there was once a man in Ilé Ìfẹ́ called ARIRAMOKO to Onido,From Onido to Onpetu, from onpetu to Olu oje. He had 3 male children; Adeori, ‘Layimese’ and one other whose name was subtled.  Adeori was en-titled Onpétu (he who killed antelope) and his second was named Layimese courtesy of his allegedly arrow shot at another An...