NCC and Dr Maida: Why Nigerians Should Ignore the Distractions – By Ogwu Salifu In recent weeks, a wave of narratives has emerged in the public space targeting the leadership of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), particularly the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC), Dr. Aminu Maida. From allegations of bias in staff promotions to purported…
Kogi state Commissioner for Finance, Budget and Economic Planning Asiwaju Asiru Idris FCA, has donated six motorized Boreholes and cash with thousands of naira to his Communities in Yagba East LGA to mark his birthday celebration. The commissioner, while commissioning the solar-powered boreholes, said , the gesture is to ensure sustainability and uninterrupted access to…
Dangote Cement Unveils Multi-Million-Naira Social Interventions in Gboko Communities Dangote Cement Plc, Gboko Plant, has rolled out a comprehensive social programme aimed at driving sustainable economic empowerment within its host communities. Speaking on Monday at a ceremony in Gboko, the Head of Social Performance of Dangote Cement Plc, Gboko Plant, Dr. Johnson Kor, said the…
The Executive Chairman of Omala Local Government Area, Hon Edibo Peter Ameh Mark heartily congratulates the Chairman, Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Kogi State Chapter, Hon Tosin Olokun on the joyous occasion of his birthday. As he clocks another year, the Executive Chairman joins colleagues, stakeholders, and the entire local government family…
Kogi poly promotes 11 Chief Lecturers, 572 others, sacks 2, demotes 1. By Uredo Omale The Governing Council of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja has approved the promotion of eleven (11) Principal Lecturers to the rank of Chief Lecturers and five hundred and seventy two (572) other teaching and non-teaching members of staff of the institution….
*Kogi State Governance Failure: Innocent Lives Cut Short Again at Olle-Bunu — Braimoh* Kogi State is mourning again. More innocent people have been killed in Olle-Bunu, and the government just stands by. Few days after the last attack in Ayetoro-Kiri, bandits struck again—this time killing Williams Onimayin and Olowo Memonbiayere. Their deaths, like so many…
Treasures Bakery, led by its MD/CEO, Dr Femi Akande, hosted its annual Christmas Carol, Season 14, Special Edition, with a heartwarming focus on empowering widows. The event saw the distribution of essential food items, clothing, and cash to 500 widows in need. In his remarks, Dr Akande emphasized the importance of giving back…
Professor Eniola Honoured at Mountain Top University 7th Convocation Professor K.I.T. Eniola, fNSM, Vice-Chancellor of Kogi State University, Kabba, was a distinguished guest at the 7th Convocation Ceremony of Mountain Top University (MTU), held on Thursday, 18th December 2025. At pre-convocation cocktail, the MTU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Elijah Ayolabi, warmly acknowledged Professor Eniola’s faithful and impactful…
*Entrepreneurship Institute Confers Fellowship on Kabba Varsity VC* By Oni Toluwalase, Kabba The Certified Institute of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Education (CIEEE) has conferred its highest membership honour and Special Award on the Vice-Chancellor of Kogi State University, Kabba. The conferment ceremony, which took place on Wednesday at the University’s Council Chamber, was attended by members…
Four mourners, comprising a mother and her three children were among the nine persons allegedly kidnapped by gunmen at Inele-Ugoh in Igah Ikeje community of Olamaboro local government of Kogi state. The incidence took place early hours of Friday when gunmen numbering over forty stormed the community. The woman and her three children…
