The Federal Government has kickstarted a strategic partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) in a bid to enhance food security and agricultural productivity. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, made this known during a meeting with a high-level delegation from WFP, led by the newly appointed Regional Director, Mr. Chris Nikoi, in Abuja. The visit by the newly appointed WFP Regional Director, Mr. Chris Nikoi, to Abuja, the minister said marked the beginning of a collaborative effort to strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural sector. According to the statement the partnership aligns with President Bola…
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the development of a draft bill aimed at providing legal backing and protection for whistleblowers, marking a crucial step towards enhancing the effectiveness of its whistleblowing policy. This initiative seeks to address the challenges that have hindered the policy’s full implementation and encourage more individuals to report corruption and misconduct within government operations. A statement by the director of information and media relationMuhammed Manga quoted the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun while speaking at a one-day sensitization workshop on the policy’s implementation to have underscored the…
A deadly clash between the Gbagy community and Fulani Herdsmen in Bosso local government area has resulted in a significant loss of life and property. The conflict, which began on Tuesday morning, was sparked by the alleged murder of a prominent farmer, Alhaji, by Herdsmen. Eyewitnesses said the farmer’s body was discovered in the bush, leading to a swift and deadly retaliation from the community. The ensuing violence saw several people killed and injured, with houses and property destroyed. The area is now in a state of panic, with residents fleeing in fear of further attacks. The incident has brought…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has extended an olive branch to his political opponents and called for unity among all stakeholders to enable the state move forward for the overall good of the people. In a heartfelt victory speech, Governor Ododo who entered the state in a carnival like procession after the Supreme Court Verdict revalidation of his November 11, 2023 Governorship Election victory, urged all stakeholders to join him in moving the state forward. He said that the state was blessed with abundant mineral deposits in commercial quantity but regretted that have not…
Governor Ahmed Ododo has approved the appointment of 12 new Permanent Secretaries to fill existing vacancies in various state constituencies. According to a statement by the state Head of Service, Mr. Elijah Evinemi, the new appointees were selected based on merit, fairness, and justice after a thorough scrutiny. The new Permanent Secretaries are expected to discharge their duties with utmost loyalty, dedication, and uprightness. The appointees include: 1. Momoh Aziz Steven (Ajaokuta LGA) 2. Negedu Muhammed Bala (Ankpa 1 Constituency) 3. Haruna Jibo Muhammed (Bassa LGA) 4. Ejigbo Akoji (Dekina-Biraidu Constituency) 5. Enimola Eniola A. (Kabba-Bunu LGA) 6. Fashoba Ayo-Sunday…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja. As Kogi State marks its 33rd anniversary, the Kogi Non-Governmental Organizations Network (KONGONET) has called on the state government to immediately implement the Strategic Development Framework outlined in the 32-Year Development Plan. In a statement signed by Chairperson Amb. Idris Ozovehe Muraina and Secretary Mr Reuben Joshua, KONGONET emphasized that the framework is a roadmap to inclusive growth, empowerment, and sustainable economic opportunities. The network urged all stakeholders, including citizens, government officials, CSOs, and the private sector, to unite in advocating for policies promoting equity, transparency, and accountability. While acknowledging significant strides made by the state,…
The joint members of the defunct APC Women Campaign Council have demanded for greater representation of women in President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s appointments. The group, comprising of pivotal persons who contributed to the President’s emergence in the 2023 presidential election, expressed disappointment and sadness for being ignored in recent appointments. The spokesperson, Elizabeth Ofuani Otunbalogun, highlighted the significant role women played in the President’s victory, citing the 8.8 million votes from women that contributed to his win. Despite this, the group noted that only 12% of appointments made by the President since May 2023 have been women, falling short…
From Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse In an uncommon decision, an associate Professor, Abdurraman Salim has given up his lecturing job at the Federal University Dutse in Jigawa State to contest for chairmanship position in Gwaram Local Government Council in the upcoming October 6, 2024, election. National Update checks revealed that the All Progressive Congress (APC) has selected Prof. Salim as its flag bearer for the position, following recommendations from Gwaram political stakeholders who recognized his selfless contributions to the development of the local government and state. The Gwaram Community Assembly, a non-governmental organization commended the APC for giving Prof. Salim the…
By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Jigawa State chapter has applauded the federal government for the palliative provided to Christian communities in the state. The association commenced the distribution of the relief items at its secretariat in Dutse, the state capital on Tuesdayqq Jigawa State CAN Chairman, Reverend Father Maurice Kalu, who spoke through the association’s Secretary General, Reverend Panu Panti Gidion, explained that the distribution followed a well-structured sharing formula. The palliative items were allocated among the five recognized blocks of CAN, as well as the Women and Youth Groups within the association. Reverend Gidion…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja. PROF. Olayemi Akinwumi, Vice Chancellor, Federal University Lokoja (FUL), has charged Media professionals in the country to be constantly abreast of their crucial role of promoting unity in Nigeria rather than dwelling on the diversities. The Vice Chancellor gave the charge in an interview with newsmen on the sideline of the Grand Finale of the 2024 Press Week organised by Nigeria Union of Journalist (NUJ), Kogi State Council, in Lokoja. The erudite Professor who was also the Guest Speaker at the occasion delivered a paper titled: “Diversity and the Role Of The Media In Promoting Unity.”…