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01/01/2022

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01/01/2022

Empowerment of Senator Smart Adeyemi to his constituents today,details later.

01/01/2022

Emodu remains our collective project says Onje
....... We are not just here to Scatter but as planters.

The National Chairman of Ekele Descendants Union of Adoga Clan in Odu Ogidiga Chiefdom Elder. Samuel Onje has called on the Association to imbibe a character that is devoid of tendencies of disintegration but champion developmental course to justify our coming together.

Mr. Onje made this call a while ago in Abejukolo- Ogbonicha, Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State while addressing members of the Association in their just-concluded anual Meeting.

Onje who emphasized that his administration is aimed at championing the course of unity of the Adoga clan also revealed that his tenure will bring about a lot of developmental achievements added that "we are not just here to Scatter but as planters".

In his speech, "my passion is to justify the confidence reimposed on me as the chairman of this noble Association by making Adoga a unique clan in the entire Emodu Chiefdom" stressing that "Adoga has men of Timber and Calibre to deliver on any project embarked on"

Elder Benjamin Ameh Abah the host of the meeting and the oldest in the clan reiterated his commitment to bring to bear his wealth of experience adding that, with the developmental strategies at his disposal, Ekele Family Meeting and Adoga as a whole would stand distinctive in the affairs of Emodu Chiefdom.

Elder Abah equally thanked Mr. Micheal Oguche the chairman of Adoga Family, the National chairman of Emodu Development Association Mr. Paul Ikwoche, and Chief Micheal Idoko the Odu of Odu Ogidiga Chiefdom for piloting the affairs of Emodu awesomely.

Addressing the need to communicate properly on the events and programmes of the Association, Mr. Sunday Oguche has promised to step up on his responsibilities as the Public Relations Officer of the Association to bridge the communication gap in the discharge of his duties noting that the era of GSM has made communication easier.

The highlight of the mee

01/01/2022

Yuletide: Comrade Akwuh (AJASON) felicitates with Christians members of Association of Table Water Producers of Nigeria F.C.T Abuja Chapter, says Christmas celebration represents hope, love and peace.

…calls for prayers for the nation and (ATWAP)FCT

The Chairman of the Association of Table water Producers of Nigeria, F.C.T Abuja Chapter and the Managing Director of Ajason and Plastic and water company limited, Comrade Muhammed Okpanachi Akwuh has felicitated with Christians members of the Association in FCT and around the Nation on the occasion of the 2021 Christmas celebration, noting that as the season signifies hope for mankind, members should remain optimistic, believing that his administration would impact positively on the members.

In a statement issued by his Press Secretary, Hannah Ademu, the Chairman urged Christian members to emulate God’s love to mankind and replicate same to their neigbours during the season.

Comrade Akwuh also noted that although, the holiday season was a good time to spend with family, friends and loved ones sharing happiness; it should also be for sober reflections and a time of prayers for peace, unity and togetherness of our beloved ATWAP and the country.

He further expressed joy that citizens of the FCT are able witness yet another Christmas period, stressing that despite several hurdles faced individually and collectively, God Almighty has ceaselessly shown His boundless mercy and love to mankind.

He revealed that over the past months since I emerged as the Chairman of the Association, the Association had experienced a high level of peace and unity owing to the administration’s commitments to adding value to the members and her entire customers.

He said there has been remarkable and notable advancement in socio-economic growth and development of our people which is consequent upon the unity we are currently enjoying.

The Chairman stated that as the year comes to a close, Christians all over mark such a significant day w

01/01/2022

2022: Comrade (AJASON) Charges ATWAP FCT on renew committment to collective prosperity, growth and development.

The Chairman of the Association of Table water Producers of Nigeria, (ATWAP) F.C.T Abuja Chapter and the Chief Executive Officer of Ajason Plastic and water company limited, Comrade Muhammed Okpanachi Akwuh has urged members and customers of the Association to use the new year to renew their commitment to collective prosperity, growth and development by contributing more to nation building and shunning all forms of negative tendencies.

In a message signed by his Press Secretary Mrs Hannah Ademu, Comrade Akwuh congratulated all the Executives, members and the entire customers that made the smooth running of the Association possible for witnessing yet another new year stressing that "this is our year of positive turnaround "

The Abuja based business tycoon commended the resillient of his people even in the midst of Economic challenges, urged them to look forward to a rewarding 2022.

He noted that, the ATWAP F. C. T Executives are positioned in 2022 to implementing critical success factors required for the growth and development of our business by Creating enabling and sustainable environment and Facilitating access to funds which would in turn bring the desired prosperity in 2022.

I am very optimistic that ATWAP in FCT would receive more positive turnaround in this new year.

Highlighting his achievements within the short time of assumption office, in not more than 100 days, Akwuh was able to install unity among the members and the customers, making every producers to know the value of his investment thereby putting smile on thier faces.
More to that, he created additional zone within FCT, he also created Committees to handle and manage the affairs such as the Disciplinary, Reconciliation, Monitoring and the creation of Good working relationship with our regulating Agency.

He further noted that his administration through the intervention of her n

31/12/2021

Adeyemi Disburses ₦20 Million Bursary Funds To 350 Students of Lokoja/Kogi Federal Constituency,Get ATM Cards.

By: Abubakar Suleman

Senator representing Kogi west Senatorial district, Senator Smart Adeyemi has disbursed bursary funds and Automated Teller Machines(ATM) to 350 qualified students of Lokoja/Kogi Federal Constituency.

While addressing the beneficiary, the lawmaker said the annual bursary award was part of his own ways to support tertiary institution students from across the 7 local government areas of his senatorial district that are brilliant but have financial challenges to pursue their higher education.

Adeyemi further stated that he believes that the bursary scheme would not only promote qualitative education among young adults from the senatorial district, but would also have long-term positive effects on the economy of the state and Nigeria by extension.

He explained that all the beneficiaries, irrespective of courses of studies and schools were chosen by a non-political and independent Bursary Advisory Board for transparency and fairness purposes.

“The board members were the ones who did the background checks and screened all the applicants who were up to 4,800 based on criteria set for the purpose and finally picked 2,500 successful ones from the number for this year.”

The Lawmaker who hinted that the bursary scheme was not for only Lokoja and Kogi LGA said it covered the seven local government areas of the senatorial district and other part of the districts of kogi state.

“We are only flagging off that of Lokoja/Kogi federal constituency today while other constituencies will follow.

Adeyemi advised the beneficiaries not to waste the funds but to make judicious use of them to enable them achieve their goals which is education.

He further advised them not to allow the aim of the bursary to be defeated by using the fund to engage their project works, assignments, purchase required materials and books and as well use the fund to support

30/12/2021

Beneficiaries of Senator Smart Adeyemi Bursary award to get ATM tomorrow

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

SEN SMART ADEYEMI BURSARY AWARD

This is to notify the public, especially students of Kogi west extraction that after painstaking efforts of collating data of the beneficiaries of the Bursary award, the Polaris Bank Plc have released the ATM cards for students covering Lokoja/Kogi Federal constituency.

Consequently, it is gratifying to announce that the presentation of ATM cards to beneficiaries from the Lokoja/Kogi Federal constituency and official flag off of the Bursary award will take place TODAY as following

Date: Thursday 30th December, 2021
Time :10am
Venue; APC State Secretariat, Lokoja

Signed

Sen Smart Adeyemi Bursary Committee

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29/12/2021

Lokoja Local Government Gets New DLG.

A new Director of Lokoja Local Government area

25/12/2021

Christmas Message From The Administrative Secretary of All Progressive's Congress,APC, Abuja, Abubakar Suleman KhalidAlhaji

By: Abubakar Suleman

The Administrative Secretary of All Progressive's Congress,APC National Secretariat, Abuja, Abubakar Suleman Khalid wish to felicitate with all christian Brothers and Sisters on the yearly celebration of Xmas.

In a statement issued today, he extended his good wishes to everyone, saying "As you are gathered to celebrate the season, and the birth of Jesus Christ, I wish you all joyful and peaceful Christmas.

The Administrative Secretary prayed for more Christmas celebrations in good health and more prosperity in the years to come.

A very merry Christmas to you all.

25/12/2021

Christmas message From Chairman, All Progressive's Congress, APC, Lokoja Local Government Area, Alhaji Maikudi Bature.

By: Abubakar Suleman

The Chairman, All Progressive's Congress, APC, Lokoja Local Government Area, Alhaji Maikudi Bature wish to felicitate with all christian Brothers and Sisters on the yearly celebration of Xmas.

In a statement issued from the office of the Chairman of APC, it extended his good wishes to everyone, saying "As you are gathered to celebrate the season, and the birth of Jesus Christ, I wish you all joyful and peaceful Christmas.

Chairman also commended the Executive Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello for bringing peace and unity to the state,he prayed for God's continious peace and transquility.

Bature prayed for other political leaders, especially the Chief of staff to the Governor, Pharmacist Abdulkareem Asuku Jamiu for God's protection and guidiance, fervently prayed for the release of his abducted mother.

Chairman prayed for more Christmas celebrations in good health and more prosperity in the years to come.

A very merry Christmas to you all.

25/12/2021

Christmas Message To All The People Of Kogi State From Mrs Victoria Jagboro, Provost, COE, Technical,Kabba.

By: Abubakar Suleman

The Provost of College of Education, Technical,Kabba, Mrs Victoria Jagboro wish to felicitate with all christian Brothers and Sisters on the yearly celebration of Xmas.

In a statement issued from the office of the provost, she extends her good wishes to everyone, saying "As we gather to celebrate the season, and the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, I wish you all joyful and peaceful Christmas.

Mrs. Jagboro also commended the Executive Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello for bringing peace and unity to the state,she prayed for God's continious peace and transquility.

She also prayed for other political leaders, especially the Secretary to the kogi state Government, Dr. Mrs Folashade Ayoade Arike for God's protection and guidiance.

She prayed for more Christmas celebrations in good health and more prosperity in the years to come.

According to her, " the world needs love during this festive period. She said everyone needs to imbibe this spirit of love to heal everything that is broken in the world.

A very merry Christmas to you all.

25/12/2021

https://nationalwatch.com.ng/2021/12/25/christmas-renew-faith-in-christ-be-safety-conscious-adeyemi-urges-christians/

By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Senator Smart Adeyemi, the Senator representing Kogi Wes, has called on all Christians in particular and Nigerians, in general, to use the occasion of the Christmas celebration to renew their faith in Jesus Christ and abide by all security and safety precautionary measures....

25/12/2021

Yuletide; Kogi Assembly clerk felicitate with Christians, Assembly staff, tasks them on Peace, unity

The clerk of the kogi State House of Assembly, Alhaj Ibrahim Isa-Amoka has called on the people of kogi State, particularly the Christian folks to emulate Jesus Christ in their conduct.

The clerk who stated this in his felicitation message to the Christians and staff of the Assembly on the occasion of the 2021 Christmas celebrations, stressed the need for the people to be selfless, just Christ lived a selfless life during his Apostolic work on Earth.

The clerk admonished Christian faithfuls to imbibe the core Christian values of Peace, Love and harmony .

He urged Christians to continue to exemplify the virtues of love and care, especially for the less privileged persons in the society as demonstrated by Jesus Christ during his life time on earth..

Isa-Amoka stressed the need for the people to seize the opportunity of the yuletide to foster the spirit of unity and harmonious co-existence irrespective of tribal, ethnic and religious divides.

While praying for God’s divine intervention and blessings upon all families and households, the clerk called for special prayers for sustained peace, progress and genuine strive to overcome all challenges confronting the State and the Nation.

"Christ lived a selfless life here on earth, he was willing to make sacrifices for the people at the expenses of his own life.

"I Enjoined everyone, Christians and non Christians to be ready to make one sacrifice or the other for us to have a better society and overcome the challenges of insecurity confronting the state and the nation.

"Christ preached peace, lived a life of peace. I called on all of us, traditional and and religious leaders to be peaceful and preach Peace at all times.

25/12/2021

BASHORUN TAUFIQ ISA EXTENDS XMAS GREETINGS TO KOGIANS.

The Chairman of Ijumu local Government Area, and Chairman of Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON),Kogi state Chapter, Alhaji Taufiq Isa has sent his christmas message to all the people of kogi state.

This is contained in a statement issued by him to Nigerian Trend stating that he wished all christians in kogi state happy Christmas celebration.

In his words, " I wish every indigenes of kogi state a merry and happy Christmas and Best wishes to all families this season and always",

" May Christmas spread cheers in our lives! May God’s blessing shine down upon us and our families this festive season",

" May the blessings of the season fill your lifes with joy and hope that happy times and good fortune are headed your way this coming year",

May this Christmas be a fitting ending to a successful year for us. May the New Year bring fresh hopes and bright beginnings. May the blessings of Christmas fill our lifes today and through the coming years.

" Wishing you and your family good health, happiness, peace and prosperity this holiday season and in the coming New Year. May the magic of Christmas fill your heart all year long. May the holidays bring you new inspiration and joy",he happily said.

25/12/2021

Customs service intercept Contraband Items Valued at
In Kano/ Jigawa

Kehinde Emmanuel, Ilorin

Nigerian customs service Strike
Force Zone B has intercepted contraband items valued at Eight Hundred and Fifty Four million naira in three months

Leader of the Strike Force Team, Deputy Comptroller Oseni Olokoba said this while displaying the confiscated items in Kano-Jigawa Area Command of the Service

Deputy Comptroller Olokoba took Journalists round the seized items including flashy cars, second-hand clothing and foreign rice

The Leader of the Team pointed out that the Comptroller General of Customs has invested in logistics and manpower support as the Service has no excuse to fail

He charged the media to continue to enlighten the public on the danger associated with smuggling of prohibited items into the country

Deputy Controller Olokoba however reiterated the determination of the unit towards fighting smuggling to finish.

24/12/2021

Late Capt. Kyari Magumeri From Borno was the first Nigerian to be promoted to the rank of CAPTAIN in the British Army (1953) After making a gallant performance in 1st and 2nd WW.

Born in 1897 in Borno, Nigeria, Chari Magumeri enlisted in a colonial unit of the Imperial German Army at the age of sixteen during The Great War and was awarded the Iron Cross 2nd Class for bravery in the field against the British in Northern Cameroon. The Germans promoted him to the rank of sergeant. When the British occupied part of that territory, Magumeri was inducted into the West African Frontier Force in 1917.

He served in 5th Bn The Nigerian Regiment, in which his father had served for twenty-six years, and has been described as distinguishing himself, which would have pleased his father, presuming the latter were still alive. One wonders what Chari Magumeri's father would have thought of his son's enlistment in the German army. In the photo (posted below because of dynamic page link problems), RSM Magumeri is wearing the ribands of the MM, BEM, BWM, VM, 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star, Burma Star, Defence Medal, War Medal with MID Oakleaf, 1937 Coronation Medal, and the Army LSGC Medal. He qualified for The Defence Medal during his time in India and Abyssinia.

One wonders if he still had his German documents and his 1914 EK2 or if these were confiscated from him in 1917 after the WWI. He would have had every right to wear the 1914 EK2 as a Civilian after he retired. He would also have been eligible for the 1934 "Hindenburg Cross". One wonders if any former Askari applied to the N**i government for their 1914-1918 “Ehrenkreuze”. By 1928, Magumeri was RSM of the 3rd Battalion The Nigerian Regiment. During WW2, RSM Magumeri won the MM in the 1940-1941 Abyssinian (Ethiopian) Campaign.

The regiment was later transferred to India with 81st West African Division, fighting in the Naga Hills and Burma with the 14th Army, where RSM Magumeri MM picked up a MID. He also received the BEM in 1944 for his long and excellent service. Returning to Nigeria after the war, RSM Magumeri MM BEM MID was involved in training duties and was promoted to Captain on retirement from the service in 1953.

His name remains revered in Nigeria amongst those Nigerians with a sense of pride in their nation and its history but until recently, there were no military establishments named after him, perhaps because his achievements pre-dated independence, his part in the shaping of a new generation of Nigerian soldiers aside. What an impressive-looking soldier Maigumeri was! An Army barracks has now been named after him in Lokoja.

The below photograph was snapped on the 21st May 1953, Royal Sergeant Major Chari Magumeri, a member of the Nigerian Regiment, with Lieutenant Colonel M M Davie, at Woolwich Barracks, London. The regiment is part of the colonial contingent which took part in a parade during the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

May His Gentle Soul Rest In Perfect Peace.

24/12/2021

Compliment of the season from Hon. David Zacharias Member Representing Idah Federal Constituency.

24/12/2021

Bashorun Taufiq Isa Celebrates Birthday Today , Bags, " Best Council Chairman In Kogi State"

By: Abubakar Suleman

The widely known Media outfit, Africa News World Magazine based in Abuja has voted and the Council Chairman of Ijumu local government area in Kogi state Celebrated his Birthday Today and also propose to be awarded as the best council chairman in Kogi state which ceremony will take place in there next national awards night at Sheraton Hotel, Abuja next month.

The publisher of the magazine, Mike White in a press statement, said Taufiq was choosen because of the outstanding projects and programmes he has initiated for the people at the grassroots at Ijumu local government area.

The publishers further said Taufiq deserved to be given the award for ensuring the security of the lives of his people and for the numerous projects and market projects since he was sworn into office as substantive chairman.

Speaking on the award, the, the media adviser to ALGON Chairman, Abubakar Suleman said the award proposed for his Chairman is well deserved owing to the number of projects in several communities in Ijumu local government council.

“Ijumu people are very happy with him because since he assumed office it has been one project after the other. You can come to Iyara or Aiyetoro-Gbede and see for yourself. This chairman deserves the award and I know that those who gave intended given him this award must have taken out time to see things for themselves,” he said.

Suleman enjoined other local government chairmen in the state to see public office as public trust and to emulate Taufiq’s worthy example.

We wish our chairman happy Birthday and prosperous years ahead.

Congratulation sir.

24/12/2021

CHRISTMAS GIFT:
Jubilation As Hon.. Ndako Distributes Trailer Loads Of Rice.

By: Abubakar Suleman

In a bid to cushion the effect of hardship and economic situations in the state, the Deputy Majority Leader of kogi state House of Assembly, Hon. Idris Ndako has distributed bags of rice and other items to the people of his constituents, to enable them celebrate Christmas with ease.

Speaking with one of the beneficiaries , Joseph Michael, who described Hon. Ndako as a blessing to the people of Oworo,Kupa, Kakanda and Lokoja in entirty. He noted that the Lawmaker is one of a kind, thanking him for distributing the food items at this hardship period.

He further stated that Hon. Ndako usually distributes varieties of food items on every festive period to both Muslims and christians, on every sallah and christmas celebrations.

In his words, " Ndako is a blessing to our communities, what differentiates him from others in some states was that he distributes the items directly by himself without sectional or political consideration",

"The palliatives are given directly to the people to celebrate with their family. The poor and needies are identified in the communities and the food items are shared to them",

"Hon. Ndako is a blessing to the people of Lokoja 11 . He has been touching lives of people. And we pray for God's blessings upon his life and that of his family" he stressed.

Resonding to his efforts done in providing succour for the people of his constituents, Hon. Idris Ndako said its his responsibility as Muslim to give to the needies and the less-prilege ones and he has decided to increased in his generosity to mankind when was elected.

According to him," I need to give back to my people because i was elected by them and i will continue to give back to the people".

Hon. Ndako also sent out his Christmas greetings to all his supporters wishing them merry xmas celebration." I wish all Christians in my constituents happy Christmas celebration and wish them prosperous years ahead".

Speaking about his aspiration contesting for Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Ndako stated that he is presently consulting with stakeholders in Lokoja and kogi local government areas, promise to inform his supporters on the outcome of his consultation with political stakeholders.

Hon. Ndako further commended the courage and doggedness of his boss, Gov. Yahaya Adoza Bello on his presidential ambition, he stated further that Gov. Bello's landmark achievements such as the ongoing flyover bridge,Lokoja civic centre, lokoja township roads and many other gigantic projects accross the three senatorial districts, are great advantage to him.

The lawmaker stressed further that Gov. Bello"s impressive track record and landmark achievements will make him to emerge as the next president of the country. He however called on his supporters to rally round Gov. Bello's presidential bid.

24/12/2021

CHRISTMAS GIFT:
Jubilation As Hon.. Ndako Distributes Trailer Loads Of Rice.

By: Abubakar Suleman

In a bid to cushion the effect of hardship and economic situations in the state, the Deputy Majority Leader of kogi state House of Assembly, Hon. Idris Ndako has distributed bags of rice and other items to the people of his constituents, to enable them celebrate Christmas with ease.

Speaking with one of the beneficiaries , Joseph Michael, who described Hon. Ndako as a blessing to the people of Oworo,Kupa, Kakanda and Lokoja in entirty. He noted that the Lawmaker is one of a kind, thanking him for distributing the food items at this hardship period.

He further stated that Hon. Ndako usually distributes varieties of food items on every festive period to both Muslims and christians, on every sallah and christmas celebrations.

In his words, " Ndako is a blessing to our communities, what differentiates him from others in some states was that he distributes the items directly by himself without sectional or political consideration",

"The palliatives are given directly to the people to celebrate with their family. The poor and needies are identified in the communities and the food items are shared to them",

"Hon. Ndako is a blessing to the people of Lokoja 11 . He has been touching lives of people. And we pray for God's blessings upon his life and that of his family" he stressed.

Resonding to his efforts done in providing succour for the people of his constituents, Hon. Idris Ndako said its his responsibility as Muslim to give to the needies and the less-prilege ones and he has decided to increased in his generosity to mankind when was elected.

According to him," I need to give back to my people because i was elected by them and i will continue to give back to the people".

Hon. Ndako also sent out his Christmas greetings to all his supporters wishing them merry xmas celebration." I wish all Christians in my constituents happy Christmas celebration and wish them prosperous years ahead".

Speaking about his aspiration contesting for Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Ndako stated that he is presently consulting with stakeholders in Lokoja and kogi local government areas, promise to inform his supporters on the outcome of his consultation with political stakeholders.

Hon. Ndako further commended the courage and doggedness of his boss, Gov. Yahaya Adoza Bello on his presidential ambition, he stated further that Gov. Bello's landmark achievements such as the ongoing flyover bridge,Lokoja civic centre, lokoja township roads and many other gigantic projects accross the three senatorial districts, are great advantage to him.

The lawmaker stressed further that Gov. Bello"s impressive track record and landmark achievements. He however called on his supporters to rally round Gov. Bello's presidential bid.

24/12/2021

Gov. Bello felicitates with Christians, says Christmas celebration represents hope , love

…calls for prayers for nation, state

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has felicitated with Christians in Kogi State and around the world on the occasion of the 2021 Christmas celebration, noting that as the season signifies hope for mankind, citizens should remain optimistic, believing that Nigeria’s trying phase would not last for too long.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Onogwu Mohammed, the Governor urged citizens to emulate God’s love to mankind and replicate same to their neigbours during the season.

Governor Bello also noted that although, the holiday season was a good time to spend with family, friends and loved ones sharing happiness; it should also be for sober reflections and a time of prayers for peace, unity and togetherness of our beloved country.

He further expressed joy that citizens of the confluence state are able witness yet another Christmas period, noting that despite several hurdles faced individually and collectively, God Almighty has ceaselessly shown His boundless mercy and love to mankind.

He noted that over the past months from the beginning of the year, Kogi State had experienced a high level of peace and tranquility owing to the administration’s commitments to the security and safety of the citizenry adding that despite setbacks experienced, the government had remained unwavering in this cause.

He said there has been remarkable and notable advancement in socio-economic growth and infrastructural development.

The governor stated that as the year comes to a close, Christians all over mark such a significant day with so much joy and excitement.

He said Nigerians should not cease to preach the message of peace and good neighborliness as they set to enter the New year.

He admonished that seasons such as this should not pass without people engaging in good gestures to the less privileged by sharing gifts and materials to the needy and being kind to everyone around them, nothing that such act would promote love and peaceful co existence.

Governor Bello, however, encouraged citizens to go about their celebrations peacefully without any fear as the state had put modalities in place to guarantee citizens' safety before, during and after the holiday period, cautioning those with evil intentions to desist from such as Kogi State was no ground for any form of criminality.