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May 16, 2026

KOGI RALLIES SUPPORT FOR PRES TINUBU AND GOV. ODODO ‘S 2ND TERM WITH A MILLION MATCH

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi state residents have expressed their support for a second term for president Bola Tinubu, Governor Usman Ododo and the executive Director of the national primary healthcare development Agency, Dr. Muyi Aina.   Dr. Muyi Aina made the declaration at a one million man rally held in the... Read More
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May 12, 2026

ODUN OMO OLOWU IN DIASPORA 2026 CELEBRATED IN GRAND STYLE IN LONDON WITH OBASANJO , HRM OLOWU, AMOSUN AND OTHER ROYAL FATHERS

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe & Gbenga Adeaga in London   Chief Olusegun Obasanjo participated in the 2026 Odun Omo Olowu in Diaspora festival in London, held between May 8 and 9, 2026. Obasanjo, who is the Balogun of Owu Kingdom, attended the event alongside the Olowu of Owu, Oba Saka Matemilola, at the Oasis Banqueting... Read More
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May 12, 2026

Gov. Ododo Assures Strong Collaboration to Combat Insecurity as Armed Forces College Visits Kogi

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has announced plans to deepen collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces to ensure protection of lives and property in all parts of the state.   Governor Ododo made the declaration while receiving students of Senior Course 48 of the Armed Forces Command... Read More
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May 11, 2026

President Tinubu Appoints Major General Fadewa (Rtd) As Special Adviser Homeland Security 

By Festus Fifen President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has approved the appointment of Major General Adeyinka Fadewa (Rtd) as Special Adviser on Homeland Security, in recognition of his exceptional record of service, strategic expertise, and outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s national security architecture.   In a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Politics
May 6, 2026

Gov. Ododo Hails INEC Over Move to Restore More Constituencies in Kogi State 

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for initiating the process to restore more state constituencies in Kogi State, describing the move as a bold step toward deepening democracy and correcting historical imbalances.   The Governor gave the commendation at the INEC stakeholders’... Read More
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May 5, 2026

Gov. Ododo Promotes Women’s Football, Donates New Bus To Confluence Queens

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State, has donated a brand-new 32-seater bus to Confluence Queens FC of Lokoja, in a bid to reposition sports and energise women’s football in the state.   The landmark gesture, designed to boost the mobility, morale, and competitive edge of the state-owned female... Read More
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May 4, 2026

FG: No Nigerian Killed, No Property Lost in South Africa Protests

Abuja dismisses viral claims of xenophobic attacks, intensifies diplomacy as fresh demonstrations loom and probes deaths linked to security encounters. By Ifeoma Onyekachi   Amid rising concern over anti-foreigner demonstrations in South Africa, the Federal Government has stated that no Nigerian was killed and no Nigerian-owned property was destroyed during the recent protests, countering widespread... Read More
Africa News, Governance, Nigeria News, Travel
May 3, 2026

EFFURUN SHOOTING: IGP Disu Confirms Dismissal of Erring Officers, Transfers Case to Attorney General for Investigation

By Festus Fifen   In a significant development following the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Mr. Mene Ogidi, the case has now been formally handed over to the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation for thorough investigation and prosecution.   This decision comes as part of an ongoing commitment by the Nigeria Police Force... Read More
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May 2, 2026

May Day: Organized Labour Commends Ododo, Demand Reinstatement of 441 Cleared Civil Servants

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Amari Gabriel, has commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for fostering industrial harmony and prioritising workers’ welfare. In his 2026 Workers’ Day address in Lokoja on Friday, Comrade Amari called for urgent reforms to address lingering challenges. Gabriel acknowledged achievements... Read More
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