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  The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Kogi State Chapter, with a heavy heart and deep sense of sorrow, mourns the painful and untimely passing of Usman Hajarah Ufedoje, a student of the Department of Educational Foundations, Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Federal University Lokoja. The news of her passing has come as a great shock and has left the entire Nigerian students' community in Kogi State deeply saddened. Her death is not only a painful loss to her immediate family and loved ones but also to her colleagues, friends, classmates, the Faculty of Education, the management and entire students of the Federal University Lokoja, and the Nigerian students' community at large. At a time like this, words may not be enough to express the depth of the pain and grief caused by the loss of a young and promising student whose dreams and aspirations have been cut short. The vacuum created by her departure will undoubtedly be felt by all those who knew,...

The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has honoured Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DG DSS), with its National Merit Award titled “Icon of Peace, Safety and Progress in Nigeria,” in recognition of his contributions to national security, peace and stability. The award was presented at the Service Headquarters, Abuja, through Mr. Benjamin Bulus, alongside the Students Desk Officer, Mr. Agada Moses, and other senior officers. The presentation, originally scheduled for the NAPS Wrap-Up National Polytechnic Students Summit held on 23 July 2026 at the John Odigie-Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA), Benin City, was rescheduled due to the DG’s unavoidable absence. NAPS expressed appreciation to the DSS under the leadership of the Director-General for its continued commitment to safeguarding lives and property and for its contribution to a secure environment for students, campuses and communities nationwide. The association...

  Dated this 22nd Day of August 2026 Kogi State Youths House Lokoja Kogi State  The National Independent Convention Planning Committee (IN-CPC) of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Joint Campus Council Kogi State, hereinafter referred to as “the IN-CPC,” having successfully conducted the 2026 Kogi State Elective Convention and electoral process on Saturday, 22nd August, 2026, and thereafter duly constituted the Communique Drafting Committee by nomination at the Kogi State Youths House Lokoja, hereby issues this communiqué for the information of the general public, relevant stakeholders, educational institutions, government agencies, and the Kogi State at large. PREAMBLE The Convention witnessed the convergence of Students’ Union Government (SUG) Presidents, serving as Senators of NANS, delegates, stakeholders, observers, and student leaders drawn from various tertiary institutions across Kogi State. The Chairman of the Independent Convention Planning Committ...

 The Executive Director of MOHAB People's Care Foundation, Mohammed Abubakar, popularly known as Chukwuemeka, has called on the Kogi State Government to urgently address the lingering issue of unpaid gratuities to genuine retired civil servants in the state. In a statement released on his social media page, Chukwuemeka expressed deep concern over the plight of pensioners who served the state meritoriously for 35 years before retiring, yet have not received their entitlements years after leaving service. He lamented that some pensioners have died without receiving their gratuity, while others are battling ill-health but cannot afford medical care due to lack of funds. According to him, many retirees would have invested their gratuity in small businesses or farming to remain self-reliant and productive in retirement. Instead, they are now forced into hardship, with some resorting to begging to feed. "These are men and women who dedicated their youthful years and energy to buildi...

  The Coordinator of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Lokoja Local Government Chapter, Comrade Salihu Ahmed Yarima, has commended the Executive Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, for what he described as the administration's unwavering commitment to workers' welfare and the promotion of lasting peace across the state. Speaking with journalists in Lokoja the state capital, Comrade Yarima praised Governor Ododo for ensuring the regular and prompt payment of workers' salaries, describing the policy as a clear demonstration of responsible leadership and genuine concern for the well-being of civil servants and their families. According to him, the governor's consistent payment of salaries, alongside various welfare initiatives for workers, has improved productivity in the public service, boosted morale, and strengthened confidence in the state government. He further applauded Governor Ododo for maintaining a peaceful and secure environment in Lokoja, the...

  The President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comr. Isah Onimisi Babangida, has congratulated the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Mustapha Abdullahi, on the successful commissioning of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College, Kogi State (BARECKS), describing the project as a transformative investment in Nigeria's youth and the nation's sustainable energy future. According to the NYCN President, the establishment of BARECKS demonstrates visionary leadership and a firm commitment to developing the human capital required to drive Nigeria's transition to clean and renewable energy. «"The commissioning of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College is a bold step towards equipping young Nigerians with practical skills in renewable energy technologies. This initiative will not only create employment opportunities but also position our youth as key drivers of innovation and sustainable development. It is a project whose impact will be felt for...