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June 27, 2026

Gov Ododo Inaugurates HOPE Programme Steering Committee, Technical Working Group

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has inaugurated the HOPE Programme Steering Committee (PSC) and the Unified Technical Working Group (UTWG) to drive the implementation of the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) Programme in the state.   The HOPE Programme is a World Bank-supported... Read More
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June 25, 2026

Breaking: Police Arrest Three killers of Retired OGTV Staff, Security Guard

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of retired Ogun State Television (OGTV) staff member, Ms Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard.   A reliable source within the command disclosed that one of the suspects, identified as a former employee... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Governance, Justice, Legal, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
June 25, 2026

Hon. Soaga Condoles Minister Of Arts on the Passing of Her Mother Hajiya Fatima Binta Musa Musawa

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Convener of Abeokuta Film Festival and Veteran Film Makers and Media Practitioners, has sent a condolence message to the minister for Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barr. Hanatu Musa Musawa, over her mother’s death,,   In a press release sent by the newly appointed Ogun State/Southwest... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Finance, Governance, Life, Life Style, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Politics
June 25, 2026

NIGERIA SECURITY SITUATION: Is the Media Causing More Harm?

By Festus Fifen   In the heart of Abuja and most cities in northern Nigeria, as the sun dips below the horizon, the city’s pulse is no longer measured just by the movement of its people, but by the relentless pinging of smartphones. Across the country, from the jittery suburbs of Kaduna and Katsina to... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Education, Featured, Governance, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Police, Politics, Technology
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
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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
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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
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