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JOINT SECURITY FORCES COMPRISING THE POLICE, MILITARY, DSS AND OTHER AUXILIARY FORCES RESCUE 10 CORPS MEMBERS IN EGUME FOREST, OFU LGA, KOGI STATE The Kogi State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that joint security forces comprising the Police, Military, Department of State Services (DSS), and other auxiliary forces have successfully rescued ten (10) Corps Members from the Egume Forest in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The rescue operation was achieved through a coordinated, sustained, and intelligence-driven operation by the joint security forces, as part of concerted efforts to secure the safe recovery of the victims, dismantle the criminal elements operating in the area, and bring the perpetrators to justice. The Command wishes to emphasize that the operation is still ongoing, with the potential to rescue all the kidnapped victims. Security forces have intensified operations within the area and are making concerted efforts to locate and safely recover the...

The Igala Cultural Development Association (ICDA), Ganaja Township, has honoured Hon. Hon Rosemary Ojochenemi Osikoya with the title of "Amazon of Humanitarian Service" for her role in facilitating the establishment of the.Ladi Memorial Foundation Chateko Vocational Institute (LMF-CVI) Skill Acquisition Centre in Ganaja. The award was presented on Saturday during a courtesy and inspection visit by ICDA leadership and prominent Igala traditional rulers to the centre.    ICDA Ganaja Township Chairman, Prince Idoko Daniel Ogacheko, said the newly established centre could play a critical role in reducing unemployment and promoting self-reliance among youths and women in the area. He commended the Ladi Memorial Foundation for siting the facility within Ganaja Township, noting that its proximity would make vocational training more accessible to residents.  Ogacheko specifically praised Hon Osikoya, former Kogi State Commissioner for Environment; Education; and currently Technic...

The Palace of the Traditional Prime Minister of Igala Kingdom, Achadu Oko Attah, was on Saturday agog with dignitaries as the Kogi Deputy Governor, His Excellency Comrade Joel Salifu, was conferred with the prestigious traditional title of Ogah-Achadu Oko Attah. The ceremony, held at the palace of His Royal Highness, Alih Yusuf Ameh Adaji III in Idah, coincided with the third anniversary of the Achadu Oko Attah on the throne and drew political leaders, party supporters, royal fathers, religious leaders, and well-wishers from across the state. Salifu was conferred with the title and saluted as “Dooga!” by the Achadu Oko Attah and his clan.  The honour, according to the traditional ruler, was in recognition of the deputy governor’s contributions to his people and his commitment to the development of the clan and Kogi State at large. Describing the conferment as a mark of appreciation, the Achadu Oko Attah, said the title reflected the clan’s pride in Salifu as a worthy son of Igala l...

The Palace of the Traditional Prime Minister of Igala Kingdom, Achadu Oko Attah, was on Saturday agog with dignitaries as the Kogi Deputy Governor, His Excellency Comrade Joel Salifu, was conferred with the prestigious traditional title of Ogah-Achadu Oko Attah. The ceremony, held at the palace of His Royal Highness, Alih Yusuf Ameh Adaji III in Idah, coincided with the third anniversary of the Achadu Oko Attah on the throne and drew political leaders, party supporters, royal fathers, religious leaders, and well-wishers from across the state. Salifu was conferred with the title and saluted as “Dooga!” by the Achadu Oko Attah and his clan.  The honour, according to the traditional ruler, was in recognition of the deputy governor’s contributions to his people and his commitment to the development of the clan and Kogi State at large. Describing the conferment as a mark of appreciation, the Achadu Oko Attah, said the title reflected the clan’s pride in Salifu as a worthy so...

I Sunny  B .Omachi  wish to express my profound gratitude to the Governor of Kogi state, Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo for appointing me as his Senior Special Assistant ( SSA) on Grassroots Sensitization and Mobilization.    I consider the appointment as a challenge to use my wealth of experience and professional media training to add value to public enlightenment and Mobilization, especially at the grassroots in order to change narratives of underreporting of government activities, thereby bridging the communication gap between government and the people.    I also express my deepest appreciation to the Rt. Honourable Abdullahi Ibrahim  HALIMS, Deputy Majority Leader in the House of Representatives,for his role in actualizing the appointment. I want to use this opportunity to call on the people of Ankpa federal constituency to vote massively for him in the coming election in order for him to consolidate and continue with the impressive human and infrastru...

my profound gratitude to the Governor of Kogi state, Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo for appointing me as his Senior Special Assistant ( SSA) on Grassroots Sensitization and Mobilization.    I consider the appointment as a challenge to use my wealth of experience and professional media training to add value to public enlightenment and Mobilization, especially at the grassroots in order to change narratives of underreporting of government activities, thereby bridging the communication gap between government and the people.    I also express my deepest appreciation to the Rt. Honourable Abdullahi Ibrahim  HALIMS, Deputy Majority Leader in the House of Representatives,for his role in actualizing the appointment. I want to use this opportunity to call on the people of Ankpa federal constituency to vote massively for him in the coming election in order for him to consolidate and continue with the impressive human and infrastructural development in Ankpa federal constituen...

INTRODUCTION: Why This Conversation Matters Now Nigeria is often described in two ways: as the “Giant of Africa” and as one of the most religious Nations on earth. We are roughly 230 million people, over 250 ethnic groups, and two dominant faiths: Christianity and Islam - living side by side, with traditional beliefs woven through both.  That diversity should be our greatest asset. Yet too often, religion becomes the fault line for division instead of the bridge for development.  The truth is simple: "No nation grows economically or politically where there is no peace. And no peace lasts where there is no tolerance."   For Nigeria to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), attract investment, reduce poverty, and secure lives, we must intentionally reframe religious diversity from a “problem to manage” to a “resource to harness.” 1. THE PROPER CONTEXT: Religion in Nigeria is Not the Problem, Weaponization Is Religion itself has never been the cause of hunger...

INTRODUCTION: Why This Conversation Matters Now Nigeria is often described in two ways: as the “Giant of Africa” and as one of the most religious Nations on earth. We are roughly 230 million people, over 250 ethnic groups, and two dominant faiths: Christianity and Islam - living side by side, with traditional beliefs woven through both. That diversity should be our greatest asset. Yet too often, religion becomes the fault line for division instead of the bridge for development. The truth is simple: "No nation grows economically or politically where there is no peace. And no peace lasts where there is no tolerance."  For Nigeria to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), attract investment, reduce poverty, and secure lives, we must intentionally reframe religious diversity from a “problem to manage” to a “resource to harness.” 1. THE PROPER CONTEXT: Religion in Nigeria is Not the Problem, Weaponization Is Religion itself has never been the cause of hunger, unem...

INTRODUCTION: Why This Conversation Matters Now Nigeria is often described in two ways: as the “Giant of Africa” and as one of the most religious Nations on earth. We are roughly 230 million people, over 250 ethnic groups, and two dominant faiths: Christianity and Islam - living side by side, with traditional beliefs woven through both.  That diversity should be our greatest asset. Yet too often, religion becomes the fault line for division instead of the bridge for development.  The truth is simple: "No nation grows economically or politically where there is no peace. And no peace lasts where there is no tolerance."   For Nigeria to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), attract investment, reduce poverty, and secure lives, we must intentionally reframe religious diversity from a “problem to manage” to a “resource to harness.” 1. THE PROPER CONTEXT: Religion in Nigeria is Not the Problem, Weaponization Is Religion itself has never been the cause of hunger...

Congratulatory Message From SUBEB Chairman To Kogi State @35 Kogi SUBEB Chairman Congratulates State on 35th Anniversary, Commends Governor Ododo’s Basic Education Reforms The Chairman of the Kogi State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Mallam Abdulrazaq Mohammed Yusuf, has congratulated the government and people of Kogi State on the 35th anniversary of the creation of the state. Mallam Yusuf also commended the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for his remarkable developmental strides in the basic education sector, describing the administration’s commitment to education as commendable and impactful. The SUBEB Chairman highlighted the prompt payment of primary school teachers’ salaries and other entitlements as one of the administration’s notable achievements, noting that this has boosted the morale and commitment of teachers across the state. He further applauded Governor Ododo for improving basic school infrastructure, creating more conducive lear...

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has unveiled plans by his administration to generate electricity from the state’s abundant solid mineral resources, particularly its coal deposits, as part of efforts to drive economic growth and create employment opportunities for residents. Governor Ododo disclosed this on Tuesday during a stakeholders’ engagement with members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Government House in Lokoja. The governor said Kogi’s vast mineral resources had remained largely untapped despite the potential to transform the state’s economy and improve livelihoods of its people. He identified the coal deposits in Ankpa and other parts of the state as key resources that could be harnessed to support the government’s development agenda. “The coal deposits in Ankpa and other local government areas are enough to drive the prosperity agenda of the state government, in addition to other solid mineral deposits in the state,” he said. According to him, his admini...

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has unveiled plans by his administration to generate electricity from the state’s abundant solid mineral resources, particularly its coal deposits, as part of efforts to drive economic growth and create employment opportunities for residents. Governor Ododo disclosed this on Tuesday during a stakeholders’ engagement with members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Government House in Lokoja. The governor said Kogi’s vast mineral resources had remained largely untapped despite the potential to transform the state’s economy and improve livelihoods of its people. He identified the coal deposits in Ankpa and other parts of the state as key resources that could be harnessed to support the government’s development agenda. “The coal deposits in Ankpa and other local government areas are enough to drive the prosperity agenda of the state government, in addition to other solid mineral deposits in the state,” he said. According to him, his admini...

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has unveiled plans by his administration to generate electricity from the state’s abundant solid mineral resources, particularly its coal deposits, as part of efforts to drive economic growth and create employment opportunities for residents. Governor Ododo disclosed this on Tuesday during a stakeholders’ engagement with members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Government House in Lokoja. The governor said Kogi’s vast mineral resources had remained largely untapped despite the potential to transform the state’s economy and improve livelihoods of its people. He identified the coal deposits in Ankpa and other parts of the state as key resources that could be harnessed to support the government’s development agenda. “The coal deposits in Ankpa and other local government areas are enough to drive the prosperity agenda of the state government, in addition to other solid mineral deposits in the state,” he said. According to him...

Kogi State Governor, His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has charged political appointees across the state to return to their respective constituencies and commence aggressive grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that the All Progressives Congress (APC) must work towards securing a 100 per cent victory in Kogi State. Governor Ododo gave the charge on Tuesday during a crucial strategic meeting with political office holders at the Glass House, Government House, Lokoja, where he stressed the need for greater coordination, unity, teamwork and direct engagement with the people ahead of 2027. The meeting brought together political appointees across the State with the Governor making it clear that the responsibility of securing the confidence of the electorate cannot be left to a few individuals. He charged every appointee to see the assignment as a collective political responsibility requiring personal commitment and sustained presence at the grassroot...

Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has commiserated with the family and people of Aduge Community in Ijumu Local Government Area over the death of the APC Divisional Chairman, Hon. Oyewole Solomon. The Governor, represented by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu, paid a condolence visit to the community on Monday and described the death of Hon. Solomon as a great loss to the family, community, APC and the entire state. He described the deceased as a dedicated and upright party man who died while serving the party and strengthening its grassroots structure. The Governor said Hon. Solomon Oyewale was very dear to him, assuring the family that his administration would not abandon them at this difficult time. He also prayed God to grant the deceased eternal rest and give the family and community the strength to bear the loss. Governor Ododo also assured the people of Aduge that the death of their son would not make government forget the community, adding ...

The Henry Adetayo Foundation has expressed profound appreciation to the Kogi State Government and the Executive Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for the honour, recognition and overwhelming support accorded the foundation following its landmark intervention at the Local Government Secondary School, Okeagi. The foundation described the presence of the State Government at the handing-over ceremony, alongside the high-level representation of Governor Ododo by the Commissioner for Education, Hon. Wemi Jones, as a remarkable gesture that gave added significance to an intervention conceived as a lasting tribute to the memory and ideals of the late Henry Adetayo. According to the foundation Chairperson Mrs Christiana Omowumi Arayeigbemi, Governor Ododo's commendation of the intervention as a major investment in the future of Okeagi and his recognition of the foundation's contribution to education have further strengthened its conviction that meaningful development is best achieved ...

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged journalists to embrace ethical and responsible reporting to protect children’s rights and promote social reform in Nigeria. Dr Ijeoma Onuoha-Ogwe, UNICEF Enugu Field Office Children’s Visibility and Reporting Communication Officer, made the call in Port Harcourt on Friday. Onuoha-Ogwe spoke on the sideline of a two-day zonal training for 40 media professionals drawn across 10 states. She said UNICEF had spent nearly two decades developing systems to ensure that children remained central to public discourse and government policies. The officer said that the organisation began the initiative by partnering with universities to integrate child rights into journalism and mass communication curricula. “For almost two decades, we started with academic partners and universities. ‘’We mainstreamed a child rights curriculum into mass communication and journalism programmes,” she said. Onuoha-Ogwe said the initiative had recorded significant u...

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged journalists to embrace ethical and responsible reporting to protect children’s rights and promote social reform in Nigeria. Dr Ijeoma Onuoha-Ogwe, UNICEF Enugu Field Office Children’s Visibility and Reporting Communication Officer, made the call in Port Harcourt on Friday. Onuoha-Ogwe spoke on the sideline of a two-day zonal training for 40 media professionals drawn across 10 states. She said UNICEF had spent nearly two decades developing systems to ensure that children remained central to public discourse and government policies. The officer said that the organisation began the initiative by partnering with universities to integrate child rights into journalism and mass communication curricula. “For almost two decades, we started with academic partners and universities. ‘’We mainstreamed a child rights curriculum into mass communication and journalism programmes,” she said. Onuoha-Ogwe said the initiative had recorded significan...

Port Harcourt, Aug. 23, 2026 (NAN) The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged journalists to embrace ethical and responsible reporting to protect children’s rights and promote social reform in Nigeria. Dr Ijeoma Onuoha-Ogwe, UNICEF Enugu Field Office Children’s Visibility and Reporting Communication Officer, made the call in Port Harcourt on Friday. Onuoha-Ogwe spoke on the sideline of a two-day zonal training for 40 media professionals drawn across 10 states. She said UNICEF had spent nearly two decades developing systems to ensure that children remained central to public discourse and government policies. The officer said that the organisation began the initiative by partnering with universities to integrate child rights into journalism and mass communication curricula. “For almost two decades, we started with academic partners and universities. ‘’We mainstreamed a child rights curriculum into mass communication and journalism programmes,” she said. Onuoha-Ogwe said the in...

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged journalists to embrace ethical and responsible reporting to protect children’s rights and promote social reform in Nigeria. Dr Ijeoma Onuoha-Ogwe, UNICEF Enugu Field Office Children’s Visibility and Reporting Communication Officer, made the call in Port Harcourt on Friday. Onuoha-Ogwe spoke on the sideline of a two-day zonal training for 40 media professionals drawn across 10 states. She said UNICEF had spent nearly two decades developing systems to ensure that children remained central to public discourse and government policies. The officer said that the organisation began the initiative by partnering with universities to integrate child rights into journalism and mass communication curricula. “For almost two decades, we started with academic partners and universities. ‘’We mainstreamed a child rights curriculum into mass communication and journalism programmes,” she said. Onuoha-Ogwe said the initiative had recorded significant u...

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has commended the Henry Adetayo Foundation for its landmark intervention at the Local Government Secondary School, Okeagi, describing the newly remodeled school as a remarkable investment in the future of the community and a true reflection of service beyond self. The Governor, represented by the Commissioner for Education, Hon.  Wemi Jones at the handing-over ceremony of the remodeled school on Saturday, expressed profound appreciation to the foundation for committing substantial resources to education at a time when economic realities have made such interventions increasingly difficult. Governor Ododo noted that the transformation of the school from its former state to the modern facility now handed over to government demonstrated the depth of commitment by the Henry Adetayo Foundation to improving the lives of people, stressing that the intervention was particularly commendable because it was not driven by political considerations o...

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and journalists have urged Nigerian media houses to institutionalise stronger child protection and safety policies in the newsrooms. Forty journalists from the North Central, South East and South South zones, made the call in a resolution after a two-day workshop in Port Harcourt to adopt stricter ethical guidelines for reporting children’s issues. The workshop, organised by UNICEF in partnership with the Child Rights Information Bureau, (CRIB), brought together editors and correspondents from print, broadcast and online media to deliberate on legal, ethical and professional responsibilities in covering children. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that at the end of the workshop, participants in a communique on Saturday, issued a 10-point resolution aimed at safeguarding children in news coverage. They resolved that journalists must report children’s cases accurately and use terms such as “alleged” or “accused” until guilt is establishe...