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June 24, 2026

Gov Ododo Inspects Army Barracks in Anyigba, Hails President Tinubu’s Massive Security Investments in Kogi State

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Governror Ahmed Usman Ododo has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to strengthening security architecture across Nigeria, particularly in Kogi State, saying the President’s strategic investments and support for security agencies have significantly curtailed criminal activities in the state.   He made this known during... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
June 24, 2026

Rivers PDP Governorship Candidate, Victor Richard Evivna, Gets Certificate of Return

The Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Victor Richard Evivna, has officially received his Certificate of Return at the party’s National Headquarters in Abuja. The presentation ceremony, which brought together governorship candidates from various states across the federation, was conducted by the national leadership of the PDP as part of preparations... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Politics
June 22, 2026

KOGI INTERCEPTS LARGE CACHE OF ARMS MEANT FOR CRIMINAL NETWORKS

The Kogi State Government has announced the interception of a large cache of arms and ammunition believed to have been destined for criminal networks operating within and around the state, in a major security breakthrough that underscores the effectiveness of intelligence-led operations against criminal elements. The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, disclosed... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Crime, Defence, Military, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
June 20, 2026

NATIONAL SECURITY: Why Nigeria Must Regulate the Proliferation of Private Security Establishments Before the Shadows Overrun the State

By Festus Fifen   In the contemporary Nigerian landscape, the sound of sirens and the sight of khaki-clad men wielding batons—or increasingly, assault rifles—have become as ubiquitous as the traffic in Lagos or the kulikuli seller in Kano. From the gated communities of Lekki, Maitama, Guzape , Osubi, Effurun to the remote farming outposts of... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Featured, Governance, Justice, Legal, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
June 19, 2026

World Sickle Cell Day : Governor Ododo Approves Free Health Insurance Coverage for Sickle Cell Warriors in Kogi

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London As the world commemorates World Sickle Cell Day, Kogi State Governor, His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, FCA, has approved free health insurance coverage for persons living with sickle cell disorder across the state. The landmark intervention is aimed at easing the financial burden associated with the management of... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Governance, Health, Nigeria News, Politics
June 18, 2026

Gov. Usman Ododo Winning All Sides, Welcomed Five Rescued Kidnapped Victims In Kogi , Vows To Make Kogi Safest State

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The successful rescue of five kidnapped victims by troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, has been described by the Kogi state government as another major breakthrough in the ongoing offensive lunched against terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements operating within parts of the state.   The commissioner... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Governance, Health, Justice, Legal, Nigeria News, Politics
June 17, 2026

Association of Yoruba Descendants Finland (AYDF) To Celebrate YORUBA DAY 2026 On August 29th

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Association of Yoruba Descendants Finland (AYDF) Europe announces its Yoruba Day 2026 Celebrations with promises of a vibrant, colourful, and unforgettable cultural celebration that will bring together Yoruba descendants, friends, and lovers of African culture in Finland.   Holding on Saturday, 29th August 2026, this year’s Yoruba... Read More
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June 17, 2026

Gov. Ododo Briefs NSA On Joint Security Force Elimination Of Terrorist Kingpin, Battijo

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has formally briefed the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on the successful security operation that led to the neutralisation of notorious terrorist and bandit kingpin, Kachalla Ibrahim Battijo. ​The meeting, which took place in Abuja, detailed how a joint force of Federal... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Justice, Legal, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
June 15, 2026

Ogun 2027: APC Announces Kudirat Balogun as Deputy Governorship Candidate

The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Mrs. Kudirat Abiodun Balogun (née Adegunwa) as its Deputy Governorship candidate for the 2027 governorship election.   Mrs. Balogun will run alongside the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, in the forthcoming election.   Her nomination follows the announcement by Governor Dapo... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Entertainment, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
June 13, 2026

UK applauds Governor Uba Sani’s reform drive, pledges continued support for Kaduna’s development

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The United Kingdom (UK) Government has commended Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani for implementing transformational reforms and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the state’s development agenda. The UK Minister of State for International Development and Africa, Jenny Chapman, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to Kaduna. The visit... Read More
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