Governor Ododo Flags Off Fertilizer Distribution To Kogi Farmers

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has officially launched the distribution of over 20 trucks of fertilizer to farmers across the state’s 21 local government areas. The flag-off ceremony, held in Lokoja, marks a significant step in the administration’s ongoing efforts to bolster agricultural productivity in the region. Speaking at…

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Jubilation as Ohimegye Turbans Adamu Suleiman Zico as Ohinoyi of Adabode

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The ancient town of Koton-Karfe was agog on Sunday as the Ohimegye Igu of Koton-Karfe and Chairman, Lokoja/Kogi Local Government Traditional Council, His Royal Majesty, Alhaji (Dr) Saidu Akawu Salihu, turbaned Mallam Adamu Suleiman Zico as the new Ohinoyi of Adabode. The colourful ceremony, held at the Ohimege’s palace, attracted…

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Court Remands Onumaye Monarch in Kabba Custody Over Communal Crisis

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The traditional ruler of Onumaye community in Kogi Local Government Area of Kogi State, Muhammad Yakubu Danjuma, fondly called Otoze, has been remanded at the Kabba Correctional Facility following his arraignment before a Magistrate Court sitting in Lokoja. The monarch was ordered into custody, on Thursday after he allegedly failed…

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Maiyaki of Lokoja Urges Musicians to Keep Traditional Institution Out of Politics

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Maiyaki of Lokoja, Alhaji Ali Lawal Jiya, has called on musicians and entertainers to refrain from involving the traditional institution in political matters, emphasizing the need to preserve the neutrality and dignity of cultural leadership. He made the call while speaking during the Hawan-Bariki ceremony held at the Paparanda…

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Wike vs Fubara: Rivers Youths Protest, Tell Governor To Dump Tinubu’s Peace Deal

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Some youths in Rivers State have warned Governor Siminalayi Fubara against recalling the commissioners that resigned from his administration. They also warned the governor against re-presenting the 2024 budget to the House of Assembly. The youths, who protested in large numbers in Port Harcourt on Friday, said they will occupy…

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Man Seeks Assistance From Nigerians For Continuation Of His Treatment At Hospital

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab An orphan, Sulaiman Abubakar, has sent a passionate appeal to Nigerians for financial assistance to enable him continue his treatment at the hospital. Making the appeal during an encounter, with Nationalwatch Tv and MOHAB Foundation, at his Contonment residence in Lokoja, on Saturday, Abubakar said he lost both parents at…

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KOGI BOAT MISHAP: Waterways Safety Requires Stakeholders’ Collaborative Efforts – NIWA Area Manager

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Lokoja Area Manager, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Mr. Titus Adoga, has expressed concern over the safety of boat passengers and goods in Lokoja LGA riverine communities and stressed the need for a robust synergy among all stakeholders to enhance safety of lives and property. Consequently, he appealed to traditional…

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