Kogi at 35 is more than a commemoration of a date; it is a celebration of a people who have, across three and a half decades, turned diversity into identity, adversity into resilience and aspiration into progress.  I warmly congratulate the Government and people of Kogi State on this milestone and commend His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for sustaining the development trajectory of the state.  I equally acknowledge the contributions of the immediate past Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, as well as those of our progressive political leaders, founding fathers, traditional, community builders and citizens whose sacrifices have shaped Kogi’s journey. As a proud Kogi son, I have always considered service to our people a responsibility rather than a privilege. In my own modest capacity, I have supported pathways to federal employment for Kogi indigenes, strengthened opportunities for indigenous small and medium scale enterprises, and invested in initiatives that give our youn...

The Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, has affirmed that the economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, are yielding results across the country, with strategic road infrastructure driving economic growth, improving security, reducing hunger and reconnecting communities. The Minister made the statement on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, during the official flag-off of the reconstruction of the 122KM Kaduna–Birnin Gwari Road at the Afaka Mando Arena in Kaduna State.  He described the project as another fulfilled promise by President Tinubu and a major step towards strengthening regional connectivity, stimulating commerce and expanding economic opportunities under the Renewed Hope Agenda. “We are using this road infrastructure to fix the economic problems we met on ground, we are using road infrastructure to fight the insecurity we met on the ground, we are using road building to fight hunger we met on the ground, we are using this road infrastructure to fight the injustices...

NSITF has hits 85% of contribution target for 2026 at mid-year, as Faleye Urges Shift to Impact in Second Half. despite what management described as a period of significant institutional change. Managing Director/Chief Executive, Mr. Oluwaseun Faleye, disclosed this at the opening of NSITF’s 2026 Half-Year Management Performance Review held simultaneously in six regional locations of the Fund. According to Faleye, the result reflected “The collective commitment of our Regional and Branch leadership, the dedication of our compliance teams and the determination of our workforce to deliver results regardless of the challenges before them. The MD noted that the first half of the year was defined by the Voluntary Exit Exercise which he described as “an important milestone in our institutional journey” that came with new responsibilities and leadership demands. Across the country, many of our offices adapted to these changes with remarkable resilience and professionalism. Officers stepped in...

   The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has marked a historic milestone with the commissioning of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College (BARECKS) at the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, Kogi State.  As Africa’s first purpose-built institution for practical renewable energy education, research, innovation, and workforce development, BARECKS is a flagship initiative of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, modeled after India’s renowned Barefoot College. The institution provides practical renewable energy training to Nigerians, irrespective of their educational background, while bridging the gap between hands-on technical skills and university-backed research.  The landmark facility was commissioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima. Dignitaries present included His Excellency Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo; the  Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN; t...