Ex-Benue Gov Ortom denies 2027 Senatorial ambition, labels report “Fabrication” The camp of the immediate past Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, has dismissed as false a report circulating on social media claiming that he has concluded plans to contest the Benue North-West Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued…
Retired Policeman Threatens To Join Boko Haram Over Unpaid Pension A retired Nigerian police officer has raised serious concerns over his welfare, threatening to join insurgent group Boko Haram if his longstanding pension issues are not urgently addressed. The development has drawn attention to the growing frustration among former security personnel across the country. The…
Why I Won’t Share My Cancer Test Results Online — Blessing CEO Nigerian social Media influencer, Blessing Okoro Nkiruka popularly known as Blessing CEO, yesterday fired back at critics demanding refunds on donations for her cancer treatment, vowing not to release her medical test results online. The socialite’s firm stance comes amid a swirling controversy sparked…
APC chieftain Prince Ojotule hails Bello Dollar’s nomination as Commissioner – designate By Yahaya Idris, Lokoja A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and aspirant for the House of Representatives seat representing Idah/Ofu/Ibaji/Igalamela Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections, Prince Micheal Ojotule, has expressed delight over the nomination of the immediate past Kogi…
Nigerians want free services but shun tax payment – Wike Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has decried the persistent challenge of tax collection in Nigeria, lamenting what he described as a disconnect between citizens’ expectations and their willingness to contribute to government revenue. He noted that while many Nigerians demand improved…
Fuel prices’ relief in sight as U.S plans Iran Exit – Trump U.S. President, Donald Trump, has declared that global fuel prices could begin to drop once American forces withdraw from Iran, assuring that such a move may happen “very soon.” Trump disclosed that ongoing U.S. military operations in Iran could wind down within the…
Dr. Ajisafe urges FG to reform transportation sector to save lives, enhance economy IDRIS AHMED, LOKOJA President, Kogi State Chamber of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture, (KOCCIMA), Dr. Femi Ajisafe, has urged the Federal Government to as a matter of necessary explore possibility of an alternative transportation of goods and services. He explained that the…
Lokoja Airport: Kogi Govt awards 9km dualization of road to site IDRIS AHMED, LOKOJA Kogi State Government has approved the award of a contract for the dualization of the road leading to the proposed Kogi Airport. The project, which covers about 9.1 kilometres, was awarded to CCECC Construction Company after a competitive bidding process involving…
Police Recruitment: PSC, NPF Reopen screening for absentees, others The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), has announced the continuation of the physical and credential screening exercise for Police Constable recruitment, targeting candidates who are yet to be screened or missed their earlier appointments. The exercise is…
Abdullahi Gaya Engages Stakeholders, Reaffirms Commitment to the People Abba Dukawa In the wake of recent political developments, Hon. Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya has continued to engage extensively with party stakeholders, community leaders, and grassroots constituents across his constituency. Having fulfilled all statutory and procedural requirements in accordance with electoral guidelines, he underscores his full compliance…