

N-HYPADEC MD Commends Organizers of 6th Lokoja Boat Regatta
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPADEC), Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq Yelwa, has commended the organizers of the 6th edition of the Lokoja Boat Regatta for promoting unity, tourism, and cultural heritage along the banks of the River Niger. Alhaji Yelwa made the commendation…

Lokoja Forum of Patriots Holds 6th Boat Regatta at Kabawa Waterfront
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Lokoja Forum of Patriots (LFP) on Saturday hosted the 6th edition of its Annual Boats Regatta at the Kabawa Waterfront in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, attracting dignitaries, traditional rulers, title holders, cultural groups, and residents from across Kogi State and beyond. The colorful event, which has become one…

JUST IN:Hassan Manager Appointed Caretaker Chairman of Lokoja International Market Traders Association
*** Vote of No Confidence Passed on Yunusa-led Exco, Resolution Forwarded to the Maigari of Lokoja By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Lokoja International Market Traders Association has appointed Mr. Hassan Manager as the new Caretaker Chairman following the dissolution of the Yunusa-led executive committee over alleged constitutional breaches and overstaying of tenure. The decision…

Anger as Lokoja Street Lights Fail Less Than Two Years After Installation
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Residents of Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, have called on Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to urgently repair the failed street lights across the city, as darkness has reportedly led to frequent night accidents and a surge in criminal activities, including motorcycle snatching. The street lights, installed by former Governor Yahaya…

BREAKING: Council of State Backs Tinubu’s Nominee, Prof. Amupitan, as INEC Chairman
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The National Council of State has approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nomination of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The decision was reached during the Council’s meeting held Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, and chaired by President Tinubu. The…

Lokoja Forum of Patriots Set for Annual Boat Regatta on Saturday
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The ancient city of Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, is set to witness a colourful display of culture and tradition this weekend as the Lokoja Forum of Patriots (LFP) hosts the 6th edition of its Annual Boat Regatta on Saturday. The event, which will hold at the Kabawa waterfront, is…

UPDATE: Police Evacuate Corpse of Abandoned Sick Man in Lokoja
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The body of the abandoned sick man who died on Monday along Karaworo Street in Lokoja has finally been evacuated by the police. The evacuation, which took place on Tuesday night, brought relief to residents and shop owners who had been living in fear and discomfort due to the presence…

BREAKING: Panic As Sick Igala Man Dumped In Front Of Shop Dies In Lokoja
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Residents of Karaworo Street in Lokoja, Kogi State, are in a state of panic following the death of a sick man who was dumped in front of a shop several days ago by persons suspected to be his family members. The deceased, according to sources, was an Igala man who…

BREAKING: Fear in Lokoja as Sick Man Is Dumped on Karaworo Street
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Residents of Karaworo Street in Lokoja, Kogi State, have called on relevant authorities to urgently intervene and rescue a sick man who was reportedly dumped in front of a shop by unknown persons suspected to be his family members. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, has…

JUST IN: Gov Ododo Visits Isanlu-Esa, Moves to Strengthen Security in Yagba West
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Kogi State governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, earlier today paid a strategic visit to Isanlu-Esa, Yagba West Local Government Area, as part of renewed efforts to intensify the fight against criminal activities and ensure lasting peace and security in the region. During the visit, the governor met with community…