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  By Comr Usman Ibrahim Dende  The APC Chairman Lokoja Local Government, Hon Jibril Kasim Idris aka Aloma, has extended his warmest congratulations to Kogi State Governor His Excellency Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo, and the people of Lokoja Local Government on the joyous occasion of Eid Fitri. In a statement, Hon Aloma quoted the Quranic verse: 'Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good' (Surah Al-Nahl, 16:128). He also cited a Hadith: 'The best of deeds is the prayer on its due time, and kindness to parents' (Sahih Bukhari). Hon Aloma prayed for peace, unity, and progress in Kogi State and Lokoja Local Government, wishing everyone a joyous Eid Fitri celebration. The APC Chairman urged Muslims to embody the values of compassion, kindness, and forgiveness, and to continue praying for the nation's peace and prosperity. "I also pray that the Almighty Allah guides our leaders, especially His Excellency Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo, to conti...

  By Usman Ibrahim Dende  "Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality" - Warren Bennis Idah State Constituency deserves a leader who understands its needs and has a clear vision for its future. Comr Mardiyat Jibrin, a dedicated public servant and former student leader, has the experience and passion to make a difference. With her strong track record of leadership and commitment to community development, she's poised to champion the causes that matter most to Idah's residents. As Nelson Mandela once said, "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." Comr mardiyat's journey is a testament to her resilience and determination to serve. Her leadership style is built on the principles of empathy, inclusivity, and accountability, making her an ideal candidate for the House of Assembly. With her at the helm, Idah State Constituency can expect a government that prioritizes the people's needs, lis...

By Comr Usman Ibrahim Dende  As the good people of Okene 1 State Constituency look to the future coming 2027, one name stands out as a beacon of hope and leadership: Comr Mohammed Eneji.  With a track record of serving with integrity, transparency, and a heart for the vulnerable, Comr Eneji is fit to wear the cap of the House of Assembly seat. As Nelson Mandela once said, "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." Comr Eneji's life and career are a testament to this philosophy. Having served his community with dedication, integrity and compassion, he has earned the respect and trust of the people. Comr Eneji's philanthropic gestures are well-known in Okene 1, where he has consistently reached out to the vulnerable and supported initiatives that promote the welfare of all.  As John C. Maxwell puts it, "A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." Comr Eneji is that leader, guiding his pe...

  PREAMBLE  The National Association of Nigeria Students (NANS) Kogi State Chapter held a stakeholders forum at the OJN Foundation, Lokoja, on Tuesday, 11th March 2026, at 12pm. The meeting was preceded by Kogi State NANS Stakeholders Chairman COMR Bashir Umar (CAMP MASTER) which brought together stakeholders, SUG presidents (Senators) from various tertiary institutions in Kogi state, and National Leaders to discuss pressing issues affecting students in Kogi State and way forward along the line. Also, during the Meeting Press Conference/ Inauguration, it was carried out by the Kogi NANS Stakeholders Forum.  The meeting was graced by top-notch personalities, which includes the Senior Special Assistant To Kogi State Governor On Students Matters Comr. ISAH Emmanuel, the Former Coordinator Of Zone C Senior CDR Habib Salau Enesi, the former Deputy Coordinator NANS Zone C Comr Alooma Idris, the Country Coordinator/Head of Nigeria Young Women of Africa Amb Asmawu Idris, Former ...

  Stakeholders of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) in Kogi State have inaugurated a campaign council to mobilise support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Director-General of the Kogi State NANS Support Group for Tinubu/Ododo Re-election, Comrade Salau Habib Enesi, disclosed this while addressing a press conference on Tuesday at OJM Foundation Hall in Lokoja. Enesi said the campaign council was inaugurated to coordinate grassroots mobilisation across the state with a target of delivering at least 90 percent of the total votes for both leaders in the forthcoming presidential and governorship elections. According to him, the support group was inspired by what he described as the bold leadership style and reform-driven policies of President Tinubu, as well as the peace-building and inclusive governance approach of Governor Ododo. He noted that the students’ movement remains one...

  Distinguished members of the press, fellow Nigerians, and the resilient students of our great nation, The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), under the leadership of Comrade Eshiofune Paul Oghayan, addresses the nation today following the persistent hike in the prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), and other petroleum products which continue to impose severe economic hardship on Nigerians. For several days, citizens across the country have raised a fundamental and legitimate concern: how can a nation abundantly blessed with crude oil resources continue to experience rising fuel prices despite possessing one of the largest refineries in the world within its borders? Recent media engagements with the Managing Director/CEO of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery have now provided important clarity regarding the realities shaping current fuel pricing in Nigeria. THE REALITY BEHIND THE FUEL PRICE HIKE Available information confirms that the current...