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November 17, 2025

Nigeria launches Regional Partnership for Democracy as an “Africa-driven” model

Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria has formally launched the Regional Partnership for Democracy (RPD), a home-grown initiative designed to shore up democratic institutions across West Africa and offer an African-led alternative to externally devised governance models. The signing — carried out by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in partnership with UNDP — underscores Nigeria’s intention to... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, World News
November 17, 2025

Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada Defects To APC, To formally join rulling Party today in Lokoja

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London It is confirmed that ex-governor of Kogi state , Captain Idris Wada, is expected to defect to the APC alongside other notable opposition members in the state,. Wada is billed to formally join APC on Monday, at the Muhammadu Buhari square, lokoja. The political transfer of Wada from the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Featured, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
November 16, 2025

Political Shake-Up in Kogi : Idris Wada Switches Loyalty To APC, Eyes 2027 Opportunities

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Barring any last–minute change, an ex-governor of Kogi state , Captain Idris Wada, is expected to defect to the APC alongside other notable opposition members in the state, Wada is billed to formally join APC on Monday, at the Muhammadu Buhari square, lokoja.   The political transfer of... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
November 16, 2025

Kogi International Airport Construction to Commence 2026 – Gov. Ododo

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has announced that civil construction works on the proposed Zariagi International Airport will officially commence in 2026. The disclosure came during the 2025 AKK Business Development Roadshow and the strategic launch of the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline, held at the Government House in... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
November 16, 2025

Strategic Collaboration Launched in London to Drive SDGs and Healthy Ageing Agenda

15 November 2025 – London A landmark partnership was sealed in London as the Global and Commonwealth SME Club (GCSME Club) and AVICENNA International (AVICENNA Club) signed a Memorandum of Understanding focused on SME development, vocational training, export promotion, and the fast-growing longevity economy. The agreement was endorsed by Mr Mobin Rafıg, Chairman of GCSME... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, UK News, World News
November 14, 2025

GOV. ODODO REAFFIRMS PEACE & SECURITY AGENDA AS DEFENCE COLLEGE VISITS KOGI STATE

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Kogi state government house, Lokoja played host to the senior officers and policy experts from the national defense college, course 34 study tour. The tour centered on the impact of mineral resources on the lives of the citizens of the state . Representing governor Usman Ododo, the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
November 14, 2025

Nigeria Demands Full Airing of Tuggar Interview as Idris Rebukes “Genocide” Claims

Nigeria’s federal government has pushed back strongly against international allegations that the country is undergoing a campaign of religiously-targeted killings, demanding accurate reporting and the airing of full, unedited statements from its officials. The controversy erupted after high-profile comments in the United States and elsewhere suggested that Christians in Nigeria were being killed on a... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, World News
November 12, 2025

Celebrating the “True Servant”, Hajia Salamatu Baiwa Umar-Eluma @60

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   As written by Abubakar Yussuf   The name ‘BAIWA’ came with multifarious meanings , as some person’s connotations came with “the servant of the people,” “God’s servant” or “God sent ” ,it also mean”Blessing’s”, depending on individuals or sectional interpretations.   But, from the general, personal feelings, connotations... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Entertainment, Governance, Life Style, Nigeria News, Politics
November 12, 2025

Kogi Assembly Suspends Ibaji LGA Chairman Over Alleged Misconduct

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Kogi State House of Assembly has suspended the Chairman of Ibaji Local Government Area, Ugeh Emmanuel Onuche, over allegations of gross misconduct and actions that are said to have tarnished the state’s government image .   The suspension was announced during the House plenary on Wednesday.  ... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Crime, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
November 12, 2025

Kogi climbs to 10th in 2025 health preparedness index, evidence of Gov Ododo’s visionary leadership.

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State has recorded a remarkable leap in its healthcare readiness, climbing from 18th position in 2023 and 2024 to 10th position in the 2025 SBM Health Preparedness Index. The SBM Health Preparedness Index assesses the capacity of Nigeria’s 36 states to effectively respond to health emergencies and... Read More
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