Teachers in Kogi State are appealing to the government to restore their 27.5% special allowance and recruit new staff, citing threats to education and teacher morale.

The Special Adviser to the Kogi State Governor on Youth and Student Matters, Oladele John Nihi, stated that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo is currently focused on governance and fulfilling campaign promises for President Tinubu and other APC candidates, rather than the 2027 governorship race.

Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has trained and passed out 530 men and women to form the pioneer team of the state’s National Forest Guards, tasking them with defending Kogi against criminals.

Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo has urged Nigerians in the UK to support President Tinubu’s economic reforms and invest in Nigeria’s development. The governor emphasized the importance of diaspora engagement for national progress.

Kogi State Polytechnic has suspended six lecturers following allegations of sex-for-marks, cultism, and illegal handout sales. An investigation into the misconduct is currently underway.

The NSCDC and the Ankpa Traditional Council in Kogi State are collaborating to curb illegal coal mining and promote lawful operations.

Residents of Kogi State have expressed their decision to re-elect President Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, crediting them for empowering the governor to undertake critical projects that have improved their lives.

The Kogi State Government announced the successful rescue of four individuals who were kidnapped during an attack on an examination center in Olowa, Dekina Local Government Area.

A gas truck explosion at an Army checkpoint on the Abuja-Lokoja highway in Kogi State has resulted in the deaths of six people.

The Kogi State Police Command has launched a large-scale rescue operation following the abduction of four persons by suspected kidnappers who attacked an examination centre at an abandoned Government Secondary School, which police described as a 'Miracle Centre'.

Police and other security agencies have launched a search operation in Kogi State, Nigeria, to rescue nine abducted individuals, including two Federal Road Safety Corps officials and mourners, kidnapped by suspected bandits.

An article criticizes Kogi State for prioritizing propaganda over performance, highlighting that many roads celebrated in official reports across Kogi East remain in deplorable condition with little evidence of actual work.

The Kogi State Assembly plans to enact a new tenancy law in 2027 to protect tenants from arbitrary rent increases and landlord exploitation.

Kogi State Governor Alhaji Usman Ododo stated that the state is no longer a safe haven for kidnappers, bandits, and armed robbers, attributing recent security gains to the Federal Government’s security strategy and sustained collaboration.

Authorities in Edo state arrested two individuals for illegal revenue collection, while Kogi state intercepted illegal arms and apprehended suspects.

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State have affirmed Leke Abejide's transparent and democratic victory in the House of Representatives primary election, urging respect for the outcome.

A High Court in Kogi State has sentenced Jibrin Halilu to death after finding him guilty of conspiracy and kidnapping in connection with the abduction and killing of a hotel proprietor in Obajana.

A prosecution witness has provided details of transactions involving N550 million converted to dollars cash, allegedly used to pay for a property linked to former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello.

Kogi State in Nigeria has initiated a digital school census aimed at improving education planning, policy formulation, and resource allocation within the state.

Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has reaffirmed his commitment to confronting criminals and ensuring security in the state, explicitly ruling out ransom payments.

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, has reaffirmed his administration's determination to eliminate criminal activities across the state, following a deadly bandit attack on the Iluke community in the Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area.

The Kogi State government has vowed to bring justice for three residents killed in a bandit attack in the Iluke community, Kabba-Bunu LGA, where security forces also rescued students.

Police foiled an abduction attempt at Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu, in Kogi State, resulting in the deaths of three individuals.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has urged residents of Kogi State to participate in INEC’s ongoing Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) registration exercise before its deadline on July 10, 2026.

The Kogi State Police Command in Nigeria has launched a new Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to combat armed banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes in the state.

A bandit attack in the Ayegunle Bunu community of Kogi State, Nigeria, resulted in one person killed and more than 30 others abducted. The incident caused panic in the Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area.

The Kogi State government has suspended the Echane festival over security threats. The decision was made to ensure the safety of residents and prevent potential incidents.

A violent confrontation erupted between soldiers and participants of the Echane Masquerade Festival in Ogaminana, Kogi State, Nigeria, leading to the deaths of at least two people and injuries to several others.

Unknown gunmen stormed Iluke in Kogi State, Nigeria, abducting a medical worker, his wife, and an unspecified number of other persons.

Traditional rulers in Kogi State’s Oworo land have united to address rising insecurity in their communities, pledging to collaborate with the government to foster peace and development.

Kogi State Polytechnic has withdrawn 229 students due to poor academic performance after approving the 2025/2026 first semester results.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed that 16 people died in a fatal road crash that occurred at Aku village along the Okene–Lokoja Road in Kogi State.

Police in Kogi State, Nigeria, have confirmed the release of activist Farouq Onimisi after he was granted bail by a court, while also continuing investigations into recent attacks in the region.

A witness in the fraud trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello narrated how a Maitama property was purchased for N550 million, amidst charges of diverting N80.2 billion from state accounts.

Kogi State authorities have issued a warning to residents that only authorized officers are permitted to collect taxes and levies, following recent arrests of illegal revenue operators.

Kogi State in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating malaria by expanding free testing and treatment services across all 239 wards, introducing new health initiatives.

The court has adjourned the money laundering trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. The proceedings are now scheduled to resume on May 6.

Senator Karimi has earmarked N1 billion to fund the establishment of four additional Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centres in Kogi State, Nigeria.

Police forces in Oyo, Osun, Lagos, and Ogun states in Nigeria have committed to providing security for the upcoming UTME examinations, while youths in Kogi state have raised concerns.

The Kogi State House of Assembly has confirmed Mr. Bello, a former chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as a commissioner, with the Speaker urging him to deliver on his mandate.

Justice Yahaya Adamu of the Kogi State High Court in Nigeria has passed away, prompting mourning from the state government.

Dr. John Suberu, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, has awarded scholarships to 40 students and distributed food items to approximately 1,500 residents in the Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency of Kogi State.

A legal practitioner and community leader has raised an alarm over escalating violence and mass displacement in Ochipu, an Igala community located in the Bassa Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria.

A strategic consultant has questioned Kogi State's proposed ₦50 billion airport project, arguing that the investment is not aligned with current economic realities or citizen priorities, and suggests prioritizing roads and schools instead.

Residents and security disclosures in Nasarawa and Kogi states have revealed a widening network of forest corridors, transit routes, and temporary camps allegedly used by terrorists in the region, extending to Benue.

A Federal High Court in Lokoja has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to restore and conduct elections in 11 suppressed constituencies in Kogi State.

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By Omeiza Ajayi The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has declared that the search for a financier for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election forms is over. The party leadership made the declaration on Monday evening after receiving a N100 million cash donation from a coalition of Kogi State youths specifically for the procurement of the […] The post 2027: Don’t bother buying forms for Tinubu, APC tells politicians, groups appeared first on Vanguard News.

EFCC creditted six of the disputed statements to Ali Bello, who is a nephew to former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, and two to his co-defendant in their N10 billion money laundering trial. The post EFCC investigator denies obtaining statements from Yahaya Bello’s nephew, others under duress appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Kogi State Government has condemned the killing of an unarmed herder in Kupa and the subsequent reprisal attacks, ordering the arrest of both the vigilante involved and the reprisal attackers.

Dangote Cement Plc has broadened its corporate social responsibility program by distributing educational materials to pupils in Lokoja, Kogi State, as part of a new education initiative.

Police in Kogi State, Nigeria, are investigating the killing of a Catholic priest. The state government has ordered a thorough probe into the incident to apprehend those responsible.

Prince Abubakar Audu University in Kogi State, Nigeria, has launched a new Research Centre of Excellence and Digital Library. These facilities are expected to significantly enhance academic research and learning opportunities at the institution.

The Kogi State Internal Revenue Service has initiated a taxpayer sensitisation campaign to educate residents on new tax laws, aiming to improve compliance and eliminate multiple taxation.

Nigeria's National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Kogi State Government are intensifying their collaboration on flood preparedness and emergency response, focusing on early warnings and community resilience.

Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State declared that the rescue of four abducted victims would not halt the ongoing manhunt for the perpetrators, emphasizing that no ransom would be paid to criminals.

The Nigerian Army has provided an explanation for the delayed response to a school attack in Kogi State, where gunmen abducted four individuals, citing the school's isolated location as a factor.

Two NECO candidates who were abducted in Kogi state were discovered writing their exams at an illegal 'miracle centre.' The state government is actively working to rescue four other remaining abductees.

Kogi State in Nigeria has implemented a new tax regime that expressly prohibits unauthorized revenue collection on highways, including roadside revenue collection and haulage fees.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has installed free campus-wide Wi-Fi at the Federal College of Education, Okene, in Kogi State, aiming to enhance learning and digital access for students.

The Kogi State Police Command expressed sympathy after a road accident involving journalists in the state.

Hon. Excel Onuche David, Senior Special Assistant on Grassroots Sensitisation and Mobilisation to the Kogi State Government, has dismissed circulating reports of his death as false and malicious.

Nigerian troops have overrun a bandits' camp in Kogi state, rescuing two victims. The bandits were reportedly operating around the Niger-Kwara-Kogi axis before the military offensive.

A High Court in Kogi State, Nigeria, has imposed the maximum penalty, the death sentence, on a man successfully prosecuted by the DSS for the kidnapping and murder of his neighbor, a hotel owner in Obajana.

Nigerian President Tinubu has issued a stern warning to criminals, stating they have no hiding place, following the elimination of a notorious bandit leader by troops in Kogi State.

The Federal Capital Territory High Court has rejected an application by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello to quash charges in his alleged N110.4 billion fraud case, allowing the trial to proceed amidst ongoing corruption allegations.

The Kogi State government has reiterated its ban on lavish graduation and sign-out ceremonies in schools, threatening closure for violations to promote modesty.

The Kogi State Government has implemented new security measures, including an immediate ban on commercial motorcycle operations in designated areas of Bunu District in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area.

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has restored suppressed constituencies in Benue, Delta, Jigawa, and Kogi states. The commission has also fixed June for primary elections.

A joint security team in Ekiti State, Nigeria, successfully rescued two kidnap victims and apprehended a suspected kidnapper in a forest located between Ekiti and Kogi states.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has secured a commitment from the Federal Government for more Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations in Kogi State to address acute gas shortages for commercial transport operators.

The Kogi State Commissioner of Police has called for enhanced collaboration and information sharing to strengthen the Safer Schools Initiative. The aim is to improve the protection of students in schools across the state.

Nigerian Army troops successfully rescued a woman and her six-month-old baby from kidnappers in Egbe, Kogi State. Search operations are ongoing for other abductees.

The Kogi State Police Command has trained 565 constables in weapon handling and marksmanship. This initiative aims to enhance the skills of its personnel.

Nigerian Army troops successfully rescued 23 kidnap victims in Kogi State after responding to a bandit attack. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the criminals involved.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State has suspended Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho, citing alleged anti-party activities, disloyalty, and poor performance.

Loyalists of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have criticized Nigeria's All Progressives Congress (APC) for the contentious conduct of its House of Representatives and Senate primaries in Kogi State, particularly regarding Bello's clearance despite EFCC issues.

Traditional rulers from Oworo land in Kogi State have resolved to collaborate with the state government to address the escalating issues of insecurity, kidnapping, and banditry in their communities.

Four students have been expelled from Kogi State University following allegations of lesbianism and cyber offenses. The university took disciplinary action against the students for these alleged infractions.

Mustapha Obaje, an APC chieftain in Kogi State, Nigeria, has withdrawn his candidacy from the Idah Federal Constituency race, highlighting internal party dynamics.

Nigerian troops have successfully rescued nine kidnapped victims, including five boys, two girls, and two adult females believed to be the wives of an orphanage proprietor, in Kogi state.

Former Kogi State governorship candidate, Yakubu Murtala Ajaka, has issued a public apology to former Governor Yahaya Bello, advocating for reconciliation, unity, and a renewed focus on Kogi State's progress.

Nigerian security forces successfully rescued 15 pupils following an attack by gunmen on an unregistered orphanage and school in Kogi state, where 23 children and the proprietor's wife were abducted.

The trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, facing N80.2 billion fraud charges, has been adjourned by the court due to a dispute over a witness statement.

Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has publicly stated that his administration will not engage in negotiations with bandits or criminals. He emphasized a commitment to taking tough action to address insecurity in the state.

Police have confirmed an attack on a Lagos-Abuja bus in Kogi State, leading to a kidnapping incident. The brother of one victim raised the alarm, stating his sister was abducted on April 13 while traveling to Abuja.

The Kogi State Government addressed claims of ethnic bias in civil service employment, assuring citizens of fairness, equity, and merit-based hiring.

First Lady Remi Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative has donated 10,000 sanitary pads to schoolgirls in Kogi State, aiming to promote menstrual health and support girls' continued education.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called on residents of Kogi State, Nigeria, to participate in the INEC voter card revalidation process to ensure democratic accountability.

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Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has commended journalists in the state for their professionalism and commitment to upholding truth in reporting, highlighting their crucial role in society.

A court has admitted written statements from Kogi State Chief of Staff, Ali Bello, and his co-defendant as exhibits in their N10bn fraud trial, dismissing objections to their admissibility.

Kogi State in Nigeria has initiated a bidding process to select consultants for its upcoming water projects, emphasizing transparency and merit-based selection.

The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has initiated steps to resolve a long-standing boundary dispute between Edo and Kogi States, holding a stakeholders' meeting to address the issue.

The Kogi State Government has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to establishing state police, calling it a generational reform for Nigeria's security.

Youths from Kogi State have made a historic donation of ₦100 million to the All Progressives Congress (APC) to fund the procurement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Presidential Nomination and Expression of Interest form for the 2027 elections.

President Tinubu announced Nigeria's leadership in renewable energy skills development, marking the commissioning of Africa's first college dedicated to the field in Kogi State.

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State is reportedly implementing a distinct brand of politics, characterized by quiet work and performance, which has drawn positive attention from President Tinubu and his associates.

Kogi State Polytechnic has suspended six lecturers following serious allegations of sex-for-marks, cultism, and illegal handout sales, with ongoing investigations into the matters.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi State, to recall four students who were suspended following a campus fight.

Nigerian troops successfully killed four kidnap suspects and rescued three victims during operations in Kwara and Kogi states, with the victims safely reunited with their families.

Political and community leaders in Kogi East Senatorial District have expressed their appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo for significant socio-economic and infrastructure developments.

Kogi State authorities have announced the successful rescue of victims who were kidnapped during an attack at an examination center in Dekina. The operation led to the safe recovery of those abducted.

The Nigerian Army is actively tracking the abductors of four persons, including two students, who were taken from a NECO exam centre in Kogi State.

Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State has ordered a multi-agency security operation to rescue four individuals, including NECO examination candidates, who were abducted in Dekina LGA.

Kogi State Police confirmed the abduction of a corpse en route to Benue for burial, with authorities having since recovered the body and intensifying efforts to apprehend those responsible.

Police in Nigeria have arrested three suspects in connection with the killing of a teacher in Kogi State. The arrests were made as part of the ongoing investigation into the teacher's death.

Security forces in Kogi State, Nigeria, have successfully recovered 1,000 rustled livestock from the late Battijo and other bandits. This operation marks a significant effort in combating cattle rustling in the region.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has appealed a Federal High Court ruling in Lokoja, Kogi State, which nullified its registration, and subsequently uploaded Peter Obi's name to INEC's portal.

The Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS) has denied allegations of financial misconduct and administrative irregularities, reaffirming its commitment to transparency.

The Kogi State Police Command has dismissed social media reports claiming passenger kidnappings occurred on the Kabba-Okene Road, clarifying that no such abduction took place.

Kogi State authorities have confirmed the killing of a notorious bandit leader who was reportedly behind a recent school attack in the region. The bandit's death marks a significant development in efforts to combat insecurity and bring perpetrators of violence to justice.

President Bola Tinubu praised Nigerian troops for their success in killing a notorious bandit leader in Kogi State and for rescuing the widow of a late retired Major General who had been abducted in Katsina State.

Governor Ododo of Kogi State has declared that the region's forests will be reclaimed from bandits and criminals, announcing the deployment of Forest Guards to enhance security and protect residents.

Two students from Kogi State University have been arrested in connection with the killing of a 300-level student. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

Terrorists attacked Iluke Bunu in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria, killing a vice principal and two others, leading to school closures in Edo State.

Three people were killed in a bandit attack in the Iluke community of Kogi State, Nigeria, prompting the state government to vow justice for the victims and prevent further abductions.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is urging residents of Kogi State, Nigeria, to register for their voter cards before the July 10, 2026, deadline to ensure active participation in elections.

Suspected bandits abducted a couple in Kwara State, while the Nigerian Army successfully rescued victims in Kogi State, as part of ongoing security operations.

A final-year female university student was discovered dead along the Lokoja-Abuja Highway in Kogi State, Nigeria. The student's body was found on the highway, prompting an investigation into her death.

Suspected terrorists attacked Ayegunle Bunu in Kogi State, Nigeria, killing one person and abducting over 15 others, including bus passengers. This incident occurred days after the state government suspended a festival due to security concerns.

An aide to President Tinubu has called for the suspension of prayers on mountains in Kwara and Kogi states, citing that these locations have increasingly become hideouts for bandits and criminal elements amidst insecurity concerns.

An analysis explores the internal power struggles and political dynamics within Kogi State, Nigeria.

Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa, has announced the release of certificates for 4,000 graduates from 2016 to the present, ten years after their completion.

Yakubu Ajaka, a former governorship candidate in Kogi State, has been successfully screened by the All Progressives Congress to contest the Kogi East Senatorial race in the 2027 general elections.

The Kogi State Government has sealed an Islamic school following the abduction of 23 pupils, citing illegal operation without government approval.

Authorities in Kogi State, Nigeria, have confirmed the successful rescue of individuals who were previously abducted from an orphanage. The operation brought the victims to safety.

Elders of the Kogi State PDP are demanding an apology from Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for what they term her 'unwarranted interference' and endorsement in Kogi East politics.

Kogi State in Nigeria is strengthening its collaboration with China to advance its Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ), aiming to boost food production and attract investment.

The Nigerian Army has intercepted and arrested three terrorist logistics and ammunition couriers in Kogi State, effectively disrupting their supply routes.

Nigerian police successfully rescued several abducted passengers in separate operations across Benue and Kogi states. These efforts also led to the arrest of multiple suspects involved in the highway abductions.

Kogi State in Nigeria has opened bids for a new livestock project, which includes breeding centres, slaughterhouses, and wet markets, aiming to boost agricultural productivity and food safety.

Police in Nigeria have arrested three individuals in connection with the murder of a university graduate from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, whose body was discovered two weeks ago in Kogi state.

The Kogi State Social Investment Programme Agency (KOSSIPA) has provided N1 million, food, and medical care to an elderly woman, Mama Salametu Shaibu, whose deplorable living conditions went viral.

The Kogi State Government has commenced a massive project to renovate 728 public schools, aiming to improve learning environments statewide.

The Kogi State Government has offered its condolences and pledged support to the families affected by a horrific road accident involving a tanker in Okunchi, Adavi Local Government Area.

The Kogi State Government has disbursed March salaries ahead of schedule to enable civil servants to prepare for the upcoming Eid-el-Fitr Sallah celebration.

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested the suspect believed to have masterminded a deadly attack on an ECWA Church in Ayetoro, Kogi State, which led to the abduction of 20 worshippers.

Kogi State receives the official licence for the Ajaokuta Free Trade Zone, a major step to unlock Nigeria’s steel potential and attract investors. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-approves-ajaokuta-free-trade-zone-ododo-woos-investors/

Kogi State in Nigeria is launching a mass medicine distribution campaign to prevent Onchocerciasis, also known as river blindness, aiming to cover 4.5 million residents across 3,200 communities.

The Kogi government has announced a date for the resumption of schools, which were indefinitely shut down across the state on February 3rd due to insecurity concerns.