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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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November 11, 2025

Gov Usman Ododo s Giant Strides ,Spreading Electricity Access To The Rural Communities In Kogi State

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Kogi state governor, Usman Ododo has restated his administration’s commitment in spreading electricity access to the rural communities in order to drive development and boost local economic activities.   He made this comment at Lokoja the state capital during the official flag off of phase one of... Read More
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November 8, 2025

NPHCDA Hands Over Health Equipment to Kogi Govt as Ododo Commissions 80 Revitalized PHCs

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), on Friday, handed over health equipment and commodities to Kogi state government. Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of NPHCDA, Dr. Muyi Aina, who handed over the equipment, commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s... Read More
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November 7, 2025

Governor Ododo unveils N820.49 billion Kogi 2026 budget proposal

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Governor Ahmed Ododo presented a draft budget of N820.49 billion for the 2026 fiscal year to the state executive council on Thursday The draft budget had been approved by the governor for presentation to the State House of Assembly for consideration. The state finance Commissioner, Mr Idris said, “This... Read More
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