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By Opeyemi Gbemiro The Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC) has fixed Oct. 17, 2026, for the conduct of the local government area election in the state. The Chairman of the Commission, Mr Nderi Mamman, made the disclosure during a stakeholders meeting held on Wednesday in Lokoja. Mamman said that the commission was very ready to…
By Chioma Ugboma A former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) on Wednesday gave an assessment of frontline 2027 presidential hopefuls, insisting that the best candidate should be chosen based on policy outlook. Our correspondent reports that Agbakoba stated this at a news conference tagged: “Devolution is the Solution. Foundational…
AgDEG, Lower Benue Organise clCommunity of Practice to Boost Agriculture By Emmanuel Antswen A non-governmental organisation, Agricultural Development for Economic Growth Initiative (AgDEG), in collaboration with Lower Benue River Basin Development Authority, has organised a Community of Practice (CoP) – Agriculture in Benue. AgDEG Country Director, Mr Joseph Unogwu, said in Makurdi that the community…
By Thompson Yamput The Kogi Government on Wednesday urged its residents not to panic but to remain calm and vigilant over alleged planned terrorist attack in parts of the state and Ondo state. Mr Kingsley Fanwo, Kogi Commissioner for Information gave the assurance in a statement in Lokoja. Fanwo said that Kogi is in possession…
By Isaiah Eka The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has announced the dissolution of its volunteer arm, the War Against Indiscipline (WAI) Brigade, following the approval by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) to constitute the Citizens Values Brigade as its replacement. This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Bala Musa, Director, Communication and Media…
Dear Distinguished Sen. Abba Moro, Da James Stephen Pam and family extend deepest condolences to you and your family on the tragic loss of your beloved son, Victor Moro Jnr., and your grandchild. The news of their passing in a motor accident on October 19th is a painful tragedy, and our hearts go out to…
By Emmanuel Antswen A non-governmental organisation, Agricultural Development for Economic Growth Initiative (AgDEG), in collaboration with Lower Benue River Basin Development Authority, has organised a Community of Practice (CoP) – Agriculture in Benue. AgDEG Country Director, Mr Joseph Unogwu, said in Makurdi that the community of practice is a forum created for agricultural stakeholders to…
By Blessing Odega The CLEEN Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation, has called for an effective implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL) in Plateau. The Acting Executive Director of CLEEN, Mr Peter Maduoma, said this on Monday at a 2- day capacity training for police, law enforcement and judicial stakeholders on the administration of…
By Blessing Odega The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Plateau chapter has donated cash to the CLAPAI Orphanage Home in Jos as part of its corporate social responsibility and commitment to community service. Plateau NMA Chairman, Dr Yilji Kumtap, said during the presentation on Monday in Jos that the gesture was aimed at supporting the welfare…
By Thompson Yamput The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has intensified partnerships and capacity-building engagements with fleet operators and driving schools to enhance drivers’ training and safety The FRSC Corps Marshal, Mr Shehu Mohammed made the disclosure during a news conference marking the flag-off of 2025 Ember Months campaign on Monday in Lokoja. Represented by…
