By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Former political office holders in Lokoja Local Government Area met with the newly elected Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in the area, Hon. Jibril Kasim Idris, pledging their full cooperation to support his tenure. The meeting was held at the Children’s Amusement Park, Lokoja, on Monday. The group, led…
By Jude Obioha In a country where activism often clashes with national cohesion and where loud voices frequently overshadow steady hands, Matthew Tonlagha represents a rare Nigerian archetype. This bridge builder fights fiercely for his people while working tirelessly for the peace, stability and economic future of Nigeria. His journey from the creeks of the…
By Lami Ibrahim Beyond Nigeria’s borders, Tonlagha has emerged as an informal yet effective citizen diplomat. Through international engagements and policy advocacy, he contributes to shaping Nigeria’s global image, strengthening bilateral conversations and promoting economic diplomacy. In an era when official channels alone cannot capture the full spectrum of global influence, individuals like Tonlagha help…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Isah Kutepa Outreach has flagged off the distribution of food items worth ₦50 million to Muslims in Lokoja as part of efforts to support vulnerable residents during the holy month of Ramadan. The flag-off ceremony, held at the International Market Lokoja, attracted traders, community leaders, and beneficiaries who gathered…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab A House of Assembly aspirant for Lokoja 1 State Constituency, Muhammad Mikail (Ya’aba), has commended members and leaders of the All Progressives Congress in the constituency for the peaceful conduct of the party’s Ward Congress across the area. Ya’aba described the orderly and peaceful exercise as a clear demonstration of…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Hon. James Faleke on Wednesday received the Honourable Minister for Steel Development, Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, in his office, in a meeting that also had in attendance the Board Chairmen of the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority and the Owena River Basin Development Authority, alongside some of their Executive Directors….
By Inuwa Danladi The ongoing ₦10.27 billion alleged fraud trial involving Kogi State Chief of Staff, Ali Bello, witnessed dramatic developments on Wednesday as his co-defendant, Dauda Sulaiman, admitted in court that the statements he made to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) were voluntary. The admission was made before Justice James Omotosho of…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State is facing growing internal tension following allegations that its State Chairman, Hon. Abdullahi Bello, is positioning for a third term in office despite concerns over constitutional limits. A group known as APC Concerned Youths in Kogi State has raised objections to any…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Chief Imam of Isah Kutepa Central Mosque, Sheikh Muhammad Yahya Abubilat, has commenced his annual Ramadan tafsir with a passionate call on Muslims to embrace piety, unity, and sincere devotion throughout the holy month. The tafsir, which began on the first day of Ramadan at Isah Kutepa Central Mosque,…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Kogi State Governor, Usman Ahmed Ododo has applauded a coordinated security operation that successfully dismantled armed bandit camps and rescued kidnapped victims, describing the mission as a “milestone in the fight for peace and security.” The joint operation, involving the Nigerian Army alongside other federal security agencies and local security…
