***Tasks Tinubu On Quickly Emancipation Of Nigerians From Hunger, Hardship By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja Journalists in the country have been urged to relate the hunger, anguish and the prevailing socio-economic challenges ravaging the nation to government at all levels for quick redress. Rev. Mathew Odoh of The United Evangelical Church (UEC). Lokongoma, Lokoja, gave the charge at a special Sunday Service as part of activities marking the 2024 Press Week of the Kogi State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ). Rev. Odoh tasked Journalists as middlemen between the government and the people in the country, to be diligent and…
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By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja. Participants at a Civil Society and Media Roundtable Discussion Constituency Projects have called on the nation’s Anti-Corruption Agencies to scale up their searchlight on implementation of Constituency Projects in Kogi State. The stakeholders made the call in a Communique issued at the end of the round table discussion organized by Stallion Times Media Services on Saturday in Lokoja. The Communique was signed by Hamza Aliyu, Chairman, Kogi Accountability Platform; Amb. Idris Ozovehe Muraina, Co-Chairman, Kogi State OGP Non-State Actors and Isiyaku Ahmed, Project Coordinator, G-DRIP (Stallion Times). According to the Communique, the programme is aimed at…
Former Senate Minority Leader, who represented Plateau North Senatorial District, Simon Mwadkwon has lauded the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for its peaceful and successful congresses and primaries ahead of the Plateau State local government elections. He highlighted the primaries as evidence of the PDP’s influence in the state, especially in the Northern Zone. Mwadkwon credited Governor Caleb Mutfwang for fostering a fair and open process, noting that his projects have gained public support. He expressed confidence that the PDP’s zoning policy would facilitate peaceful congresses and described the primaries as a family affair with high participation. Acknowledging the role of…
From Ahmed Rufa’i Dutse Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in Jigawa state have requested special consideration from Governor Malam Umar Namadi in the ongoing federal government palliative distribution. The plea was made by Honourable Adamu Shuaibu, chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD), who highlighted that PWDs have been overlooked in the selection of beneficiaries. He urged the state and federal governments to create special provisions for PWDs due to their unique challenges. Shuaibu noted that while the governor is supportive of inclusion, the implementation often neglects PWDs. He mentioned that concerns were raised with the deputy…
Senator representing Kogi East, Jibrin Isah Echocho has launched an empowerment initiative in Idah Federal Constituency focused on boosting socio-economic growth. The program aims to provide local farmers with advanced agricultural equipment and startup capital to improve their productivity. A statement by his media aide Mikail Ibrahim explained that the program included expert-led sessions that inspired participants and fostered a sense of community. The statement indicated that each beneficiary received agricultural tools, chemicals, and N100,000 in cash. “This initiative is expected to have a significant and lasting impact on the community, highlighting Senator Echocho’s commitment to the welfare and development…
The National Peace Committee (NPC) has opened up on pressure it faced to intervene in the 2023 Presidential Election results. During a report presentation in Abuja, led by General Abdulsalami Abubakar, the committee disclosed that it received numerous requests to push the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to halt results collation or cancel the election due to alleged violations of the electoral act. Key issues included concerns about the 25% vote threshold requirement for the Federal Capital Territory, with some advocates calling for a runoff. The NPC emphasized its role as a moral authority rather than a regulatory body, highlighting…
Matrix Energy Group has issued a statement refuting recent online claims about the company discharging 200,000 metric tons of PMS in July 2024, asserting they have never distributed substandard products. The statement emphasized their commitment to setting the record straight and protecting their reputation built over 20 years. Corporation Communications manager Matrix Energy Group, Ibrahim Akinola in a statement indicated that the company, which is wholly indigenous and independent, operates in 28 states and is approved by various regulatory and international bodies. “Our attention has been drawn to a recent online publication where our name was featured. “We would have…
The Nigerian capital city, Abuja would soon be adorned with brightness as plan to construct the tallest Christmas light tree in Africa has been consumated The move, which is private sector driven, is aimed at promoting tourism and bringing people together, to create a landmark that transcends borders and cultures. A statement by the special Adviser to FCT Minister of State, Austine Elemue quoted the ministet Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, while speaking at the flag off ceremony in Abuja, to have noted that the endeavour would served as a shared value and collective strength, stressing that it will shine brightly as…
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAA) says it shared a total sum of N1.36tn to the three tiers of government as Federation Allocation for the month of July 2024. At its August 2024 meeting chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, the N1.36tr shared was drawn-out of a gross total of N2.61tn. A statement by the Director, Information and Public Relations in the ministry, Mohammed Manga on Friday, indicated that the Federal Government received its share of N431.1bn, the states received N473.5bn and the Local Government Councils got N343.7bn. It explained that Oil…
The National Council for Arts and Culture, has unveiled a landmark partnership with, a leading force in Africa’s performance venue sector, Mefa Abuja to launch a comprehensive network of world-class entertainment venues across Nigeria. NCAC is one of the agencies under the Ministry of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy. The special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the minister, Nneka Ikem Anibeze quoted the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) Obi Asika to have stated at the signing ceremony in Abuja on Thursday, that the collaboration will deliver six multi-functional…