By Thompson Yamput Security operatives in Kogi have successfully rescued the district head of Bagaji Odo, Omala Local Government Area, Chief David Akpa, from his abductors. SP Williams Ovye-Aya,spokesperson of the Kogi Police Command, disclosed this on Thursday in Lokoja. The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN)reports that the  traditional ruler was abducted in the at Ojuwo…

By Blessing Odega The Industrial Training Fund (ITF), has recognised and honoured members of its workforce who distinguished themselves through hard work, innovation, and dedication to duty. The Director-General (D-G), of the fund, Dr Afiz Ogun, on Wednesday in Jos, during the award presentation commended the awardees for their exemplary performance and commitment to the…

By Isaiah Eka The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned food vendors against adulteration of goods and produce. The Executive Chairman, Mr Olatunji Bello, said this during a one-day sensitisation campaign on forced ripening of fruits, adulteration of palm oil, contaminated meat and grains, on Wednesday in Uyo. Represented by Dr Nkechi…

By Blessing Odega The Plateau State House of Assembly, presided over by its Speaker, Daniel Nanlong, has raised alarm over mining activities in residential areas in the Jos-Bukuru metropolis. The assembly called on the state government to address the increasing solid mineral processing activities within residential areas to avoid grave consequences. The lawmakers’ resolution followed…

By Thompson Yamput Gov. Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State on Tuesday congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima on his 59th birthday, describing him as a dependable and loyal leader. In a message signed by his media aide, Ismaila Isah, in Lokoja, Ododo hailed the Vice President for his humility, courage, and deep sense of loyalty,…

By Thompson Yamput The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has destroyed seven hectares of Cannabis farms and seized 369 kgs of assorted hard drugs in Kogi. Mr Umar Yahuza, NDLEA Commander, Kogi Strategic Command, disclosed this in a statement issued by the command’s Head of Media and Advocacy, Dahiru Abdulsalam, on Monday…

By Admin The National Executive Council of the College of Education Gindiri Alumni Association (CEGAA), has congratulated Prof. Sheddrack Best on his confirmation as the new Vice Chancellor of Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos. CEGAA National President, Chief Moses Nwan, who is also the Executive Private Secretary to His Excellency the Executive Governor of Plateau…