The Security Adviser to Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State, Commodore Jerry Omodara (rtd), has raised serious concerns over the role of some Okun indigenes in fueling insecurity in the region. Omodara, in a statement, disclosed that some youths and women in Yagba are allegedly aiding bandits by working as informants, supplying food, and even…
Princess Inikpi remains one of the most celebrated heroines in Igala history — a young woman whose courage and sacrifice spared her people from destruction. She was the only daughter of Atah Ayegba Oma Idoko, ruler of the Igala Kingdom in the 15th–16th century, and his queen, Omele. Beautiful, intelligent, and deeply loved, Inikpi was…
The Katsina State Scholarship Board is delighted to announce another landmark achievement under the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, CON. His Excellency has approved ₦372,051,176.00 as bursary support for 24,452 continuing students across the state. This intervention reflects the Governor’s unwavering commitment to human capital development and his firm belief…
The Kogi State Government has issued a stern warning that any youth caught assisting bandits will now be treated as a terrorist. This declaration was made by State Security Adviser, Commodore Jerry Omodara (rtd), during a recent update on the fight against insecurity in Kogi West. Speaking at the palace of the Elegbe of Egbe,…
The Kogi State Government has issued a strong warning to youths in Okunland, cautioning them against collaborating with kidnappers and bandits. The government stated that anyone found aiding these criminals would be treated as a terrorist. The warning came from the State Security Adviser, Commodore Jerry Omodara (rtd), during a briefing at the palace of…
A human rights advocate, Adeyanju Deji, has raised a serious alarm regarding the plight of Nigerian citizens being held in the “civil de Djagbo” prison in Abomey-Calavi, Republic of Benin. In a recent statement, Deji revealed that a formal petition has been submitted to the Nigerian Senate, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Disapora Commission,…
The Ogun State Government has sounded a fresh flood alert, warning residents in vulnerable communities to prepare for possible flooding between September and November 2025. The caution, issued Thursday, March 20, follows new Seasonal Rainfall Predictions (SRP) from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET) and the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA). First Wave Managed, Second Wave…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, will on Thursday, September 18, 2025, commission two completed roads and flag off the construction of 12 new roads alongside the rollout of solar-powered street lighting in key parts of Abuja under the Light-Up Abuja Programme. According to a statement by his Senior Special Assistant…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is pleased to provide the latest update on the ongoing nationwide voter registration exercise. Online Pre-Registration As of Sunday, 14th September 2025, a total of 4,445,505 Nigerians have pre-registered online in the four weeks since the commencement of the exercise on 18th August 2025. Completed Registration As of Friday,…
As of Sunday, September 14, 2025, more than 4.4 million Nigerians (4,445,505) have registered online for their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), just four weeks after the registration exercise kicked off on August 18, 2025. Top States by Registration Numbers INEC data shows that registration figures vary significantly across states. Below is the breakdown from highest…
