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NYCN CONGRATULATES FRSC CORPS MARSHAL SHEHU MUHAMMED ON TENURE EXTENSION, LAUDS GOVERNOR ODODO FOR PIONEERING ROAD SAFETY APPOINTMENT

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  The National President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comr. Isah Onimisi Babangida, on behalf of the apex youth body representing the youth of our great nation, extends warmest congratulations to Corps Marshal Shehu Muhammed on the extension of his tenure as Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), under the able leadership of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. This renewed mandate is a testament to your exceptional leadership, dedication and consistent commitment to safeguarding lives on Nigerian roads. As young Nigerians who bear a significant share of the burden of road traffic incidents, we recognize and appreciate the tireless efforts of the FRSC under your watch in promoting road safety awareness, enforcing traffic regulations and reducing preventable deaths. We are confident that your continued service will further strengthen these achievements for the benefit of all Nigerians, particularly the youth. The National Youth Counc...
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KOGI CENTRAL 2027: YAHAYA ADOZA BELLO'S PERFORMANCE BECOMES KEY TALKING POINT AHEAD OF SENATE RACE

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  As the people of Kogi Central Senatorial District prepare to elect their next representative at the Senate, the performance of His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, has become a major talking point. There is no doubt that the former Governor has endeared himself to the people of Kogi State through the implementation of people-focused programmes and policies that touched every part of the state. Yahaya Bello's achievements as Governor of Kogi State and his leadership capacity are strong testimonials to consider ahead of 2027. He is a courageous leader who came with a clear vision of a New Direction for Kogi State. From a relatively young entrepreneur to a state leader, he proved that leadership is about impact, not age. It will be recalled that in 2016 when he assumed office, Kogi was facing serious security and unity challenges. He confronted them head-on and restored security across the state, making Kogi one of the safest states in North Central Nigeria. His model of secur...
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A TRIBUTE TO HIS EXCELLENCY, ALHAJI IBRAHIM IDRIS FORMER GOVERNOR OF KOGI STATE

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INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAYHI RAJI'UN With a heavy heart, I join the people of Kogi State, the Igala Kingdom, his family, friends, associates and well-wishers in mourning the passing of His Excellency, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, former Governor of Kogi State, who passed away yesterday. His departure is a painful loss to our people and a significant moment in the political history of Kogi State. He was a man who occupied an important place in the development and political evolution of our dear State. As Governor, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris contributed to the development of Kogi State through various projects and initiatives across key sectors. His administration recorded interventions in road infrastructure, education, healthcare, water supply, housing, sports and other areas of public development. Among the projects associated with his administration were the Greater Lokoja Water Scheme, Confluence Stadium, Confluence International Market, housing projects, healthcare facilities, road and bridg...
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NAPS SLC KOGI STATE MOURNS EX-GOVERNOR ALHAJI IBRAHIM IDRIS WHO DIED AT 77.

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  The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), State Liaising Council (SLC), Kogi State, under the leadership of Comr. Adams Jemilat Ohunene (CNPS), has mourned the passing of former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, who reportedly died at the age of 77. In a condolence statement released through the Council's media office on Sunday, the association said it received the news of the demise of the former governor, popularly known as Ibro, with deep shock and sadness. The Council described the late Ibrahim Idris as a father, statesman and iconic leader who served Kogi State meritoriously and left indelible footprints in the sands of time. According to the statement, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris served Kogi State for almost nine years, from 2003 to 2012, and his administration witnessed massive infrastructural transformation across the state. His legacies, including the Kogi International Market, Specialist Hospital Lokoja, Confluence Stadium, Greater Lokoja Water Schem...
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PRESS RELEASE MOHAB PEOPLE'S CARE FOUNDATION SALUTES HON. ENGR. ABUBAKAR BASHIR GEGU (DAUDU) ON HIS BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY.

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  The leadership and entire members of Mohab People's Care Foundation, under the distinguished leadership of our Director-General, Amb. Mohammed Abubakar (Chukwuemeka), join well-wishers across Kogi State and beyond to celebrate a man whose life defines philanthropy and selfless service - Hon. Engr. Abubakar Bashir Gegu (Daudu), the Honourable Commissioner for Solid Minerals and Natural Resources, Kogi State. In the annals of humanitarian service in Kogi State, Hon. Bashir Gegu stands tall as a beacon of hope. He is not just one of the greatest donors to the Mohab People's Care Foundation; he is a father figure, a compassionate philanthropist and a rare gem whose commitment to uplifting the downtrodden is second to none. From the Foundation's various outreach programs to our interventions for the less privileged, Hon. Bashir Gegu has consistently demonstrated uncommon generosity. He gives without noise, supports without condition, and serves without seeking praise. That is ...
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NANS JCC KOGI STATE AXIS REJECTS ₦5,500 PORTAL FEE IMPOSED BY KOGI STATE POLYTECHNIC, LOKOJA

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 PRESS RELEASE The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC), Kogi State Axis, hereby rejects the recently imposed ₦5,500 portal fee by the Management of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja. As the apex student body representing the interests and welfare of students in Kogi State, we consider the fee an additional financial burden on students and call on the Polytechnic Management to revert the ₦5,500 portal fee within the shortest possible time and in the overall interest of the students. The welfare of students remains our foremost priority, and NANS JCC Kogi State Axis will continue to stand firmly against policies that impose undue financial burdens on the student community. We urge all students to remain calm, peaceful and patient as we continue to monitor the situation and pursue every legitimate avenue to protect their interests. We assure the entire student community that your welfare is our priority, your interest is our mand...
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N5,500 PORTAL FEE IS EXPLOITATION: NAPS SLC KOGI STATE VOWS TO RESIST ANTI-STUDENT POLICY IN KOGI POLY

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  The attention of the National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), State Liaising Council (SLC), Kogi State Chapter has been drawn to the suspension of the old student portal and the introduction of a new portal in Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, with an alleged N5,500 portal access fee and other additional charges reportedly imposed on students before accessing the new platform. We, the NAPS SLC Kogi State, strongly condemn this alleged exploitative fee and any additional charges that further impose financial burden on the already struggling Nigerian Polytechnic students, especially in this challenging economic period. As the legitimate voice of all Polytechnic students in Kogi State, we consider this development insensitive, unjust, and anti-student if found to be true. Students should not be made to pay for administrative inefficiencies or portal migration. In this regard, we are working in synergy with NAPS National Secretariat, NANS JCC Kogi State, NAKOSS, SUG Kogi St...
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