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September 26, 2026

Former Kogi Governor Ibrahim Idris Buried In Abuja As Ododo, Wada, Bello, Family And Dignitaries Pay Final Respects

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The remains of former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, CON, have been laid to rest at the Gudu Cemetery in Apo, Abuja, bringing to a solemn close the life and public service journey of one of the state’s notable political figures. The former governor died on Sunday, September... Read More
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September 23, 2026

CARSPO 2026: Police Unveil 10-Point Plan to Secure 2027 General Elections

*** Conference resolves on election roadmap, AI-driven policing, tougher sanctions for partisan officers   By Festus Fifen As key stakeholders prepare for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, the Nigeria Police Force the lead agency in election security have drawn up a ten-point plan to keep votes safe, officers neutral and violence in check. These resolutions which... Read More
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September 23, 2026

Gov Usman Ododo Moves To Honour Ibrahim Idris As Kogi Sets Up High-Powered Burial Committee

*** Deputy Governor Joel Salifu Chairs Committee as State Begins Preparations for Former Gov s burial .   By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   In a solemn demonstration of leadership, compassion and respect for the history of Kogi State, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has moved swiftly to ensure that the late former Governor of... Read More
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September 21, 2026

2027 ELECTIONS: AGAIN IGP DISU WARNS AGAINST THUGGERY AT CARSPO 2026

By Festus Fifen   Again in another Foral, In a high-stakes gathering that signaled the beginning of Nigeria’s countdown to the 2027 General Elections, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has issued a stern warning to political actors telling them to “Compete with ideas, not with thugs.”   Speaking on Monday at the... Read More
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September 21, 2026

CARSPO 2026: Why the Road to 2027 General Elections Begins in Owerri

By Festus Fifen The humid morning air in Owerri, the “Heartland” of Imo State, usually carries the scent of spicy garden eggs and the rhythmic honking of yellow tricycles. But in late September 2026, the atmosphere shifted. The city didn’t just feel like a state capital; it felt like the nervous system of a nation.... Read More
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September 21, 2026

Egba Royal Family Mourns As PRINCESS WINIFRED IYABODE KUFORIJI Dies @ 86, Burial Holds 29 & 30 Oct 2026

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Final burial ceremonies of an Egba Abeokuta Christian leader and a Princess of Egba Royal family, Princess WINIFRED IYABODE AJIKE KUFORIJI will hold on Thursday 29th and Friday 30th October 2026.   According to a press release signed by one of the deceased children, Mr Bayo Lasore, Princess... Read More
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September 21, 2026

Gov Ododo declares 3-day mourning as ex-Gov Idris dies in UK

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, has died at the age of 77.   The Kogi State Government confirmed his death in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Femi Fanwo.   In the statement, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo expressed deep sorrow... Read More
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September 18, 2026

Kogi State Government Takes Poverty Alleviation Drive To Mopamuro

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State Government has taken its poverty alleviation and livelihood empowerment programme to Mopamuro Local Government Area through the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Empowerment (NG-CARE) initiative. Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, who unveiled the intervention during a stakeholders’ meeting in Mopamuro, said the... Read More
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September 15, 2026

Gov. Ododo Is Working Indeed:  Moves To End Kabba Water Crisis, Approves 2 Million -Litre Daily Scheme Upgrade

  Repackaged by Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has moved to tackle the perennial potable water challenge in Kabba, with the rehabilitation and major upgrade of the New Kabba Water Scheme set to commence immediately. The project, being handled by DALFAM NIG. LTD, will see the scheme’s... Read More
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September 14, 2026

Gov Ododo Charges Apostolic Church to Pray for Greatness of Kogi State

  ***  Donates N5m, SUV to Church development   By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, has charged the leadership and members of The Apostolic Church to continually pray for the greatness, peace and prosperity of Kogi State, assuring that the state is rising and shining under his administration.... Read More
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