Kogi State has continued to experience a steady repositioning across key sectors, but the past month stands out as one defined by decisions, renewed energy and clear direction under the leadership of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. For years, conversations around governance in the state often revolved around calls to strengthen institutions for better service delivery and enhance overall pace of development. Since Governor Ododo assumed office, the pace of progress has become even more pronounced. READ ALSO, Arsenal Extend Premier League Lead with Confident Win Over Brentford One of the defining moments was the presentation of the ₦820.49 billion 2026 Budget to the State House of Assembly in an ambitious...

Five students of the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, who were kidnapped on Tuesday from the institution’s satellite campus in Emuoha Local Government Area, have been rescued by security operatives. Their abduction had sparked tension among students at the Emuoha campus, prompting a protest during which they demanded immediate relocation to the university’s main campus for safety. Addressing the aggrieved students, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, announced a temporary shutdown of academic activities at the satellite campus and ordered all students residing there to vacate the premises pending further notice. Confirming the rescue on Thursday, the spokesperson for the Rivers State Police Command, Grace Iringe-Koko, said the...

Kogi State has continued to experience a steady repositioning across key sectors, but the past month stands out as one defined by decisions, renewed...

Five students of the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, who were kidnapped on Tuesday from the institution’s satellite campus in Emuoha Local Government...