The immediate past House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency in the 2023 general election, Comrade Usman Austin Okai, stated that the alleged deduction of 20% from LG salaries of local government staff in Kogi State is a grave injustice that cannot be overlooked. He also called on Governor Usman Ododo and his administration to address these allegations transparently and take immediate steps to rectify the situation. Recall, it was reported that Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State had allegedly authorized the deduction of 20% from the salaries of local government staff, leaving them with only 80% of their rightful…
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A move aimed at alleviating economic hardship, Senator Isah Jibrin Echocho has initiated a cash empowerment distribution, reaching out to residents across the nine Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Kogi East. This initiative has successfully covered all ninety-seven wards, demonstrating a broad and inclusive approach to empower the vulnerables. During a press conference, Senator Isah, who represents Kogi East, disclosed that each beneficiary received N20,000 in cash. The distribution was organized at the headquarters of each LGA, except Dekina and Bassa LGAs conducting their distributions at the Government Science Secondary School, Dekina. This strategic choice of venues ensured a…
The Udama Igala Organization worldwide has issued a stern warning to Minister of Steel, Shaibu Audu, urging him to dedicate his efforts to his ministerial duties and to refrain from disseminating misinformation to President Ahmed Tinubu concerning the Igala community. This admonishment came to light following allegations that Audu had sent an email to President Tinubu, purportedly advocating on behalf of the Igala community for the cessation of the ongoing Kogi election tribunal. The organization expressed its dismay over Audu’s attempts to influence the presidency to derail the election tribunal process in Kogi State. “Minister Shaibu Audu does not have…
Following the official recognition of Kogi as oil producing state, by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Igala community has hailed Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho for his indefatigable effort to ensure the state is captured as Oil producing state. This acknowledgment has drawn praise from the Igala Social Cultural group, Igala Vanguard, specifically directed towards Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho for his proactive efforts in advocating for the state’s recognition. The Igala Vanguard, represented by its convener, Engr Lawrence Ankpa, lauded Senator Echocho’s remarkable legislative prowess demonstrated during debates in the Senate. Ankpa emphasized Echocho’s unwavering commitment to championing…
Congregants of Solemn Faith International Church at Road 21 Plot 14 F.H. Estate Woji Port Harcourt were treated to a powerful message on the transformative power of dance before the Lord. Pastor Matthew James delivered a stirring sermon titled “The Dance That Commands New Dawn,” drawing from Psalm 149:3 and 150:4. In a lively service filled with fervent worship, Pastor James highlighted the blessings that accompany dancing before the Lord. Drawing from scriptures such as Isaiah 65:8 and Jeremiah 31:4-13, he emphasized how dancing turns mourning and sorrow into joy. The message resonated with the congregation as they reflected on…
It was a black Saturday being 2nd March 2024 for Nigerians and Lovers of comedy movie around the world as popular Nollywood Actor, John Ikechukwu Okafor aka “Mr Ibu” passed on after a protracted illness. It is in the light of this unfortunate development that OurWorldGist’s dependable Writer, Sani Michael Omakoji, takes a look at “life and time of the deseased”. Sani Michael Omakoji Writes: ” Born on October 17, 1961, John Ikechukwu Okafor, fondly known as “Mr. Ibu,” hailed from Umunekwu village in Nkanu West L.G.A., Enugu State, Nigeria. Despite facing educational challenges after elementary school, he displayed resilience…
Peoples Democratic Party stakeholders from nine local governments in Kogi East, gathered today in Lokoja, have rejected the report of the zoning committee led by Hon. Tom Zekeri. Representing nine local governments including Bassa, the stakeholders questioned the rationale behind the committee’s decisions under Tom Zekeri’s leadership. The stakeholders referred the recommendation to a review committee, which includes former governors and pioneer state chairmen from Kogi East, chaired by Chief Odawn. They highlighted the committee’s failure to transparently articulate how it arrived at its conclusions regarding the zoning of the state chairmanship to Olamaboro, and the allocation of both the…
The immediate House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa federal constituency in the last general election,Comrade Usman Okai Austin has urged Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, not to consider paying workers in the state, especially those of local government areas and pensioners, only a percentage of their salaries. Yesterday, the State Commissioner for Finance, Budget, and Economic Planning, Honourable Asiwaju Idris Asiru, stated that the 21 local government areas of Kogi State received a net statutory allocation of N2,335,532,610.36 in February. According to him, the VAT and exchange gain difference for the local government areas were N2,834,000,000 and N1,393,767,206.82, respectively.…
Yesterday being 1st March, 2024, there was an update that Appeal Court has issued an Ex Parte Order to Kogi Tribunal to reinspect the Electoral Materials earlier inspected due to fact that Usman Ahmed Ododo deliberately refused to participate in the inspection. This issue has generated reaction among Kogites and interest groups who are monitoring Kogi’s Tribunal Election with ken interest. It is against this background that OurWorldGist’s Writer, Sani Michael Omakoji, ( SMO) xtrays the issue therein and beyond. Let us read what Sani Michael Omakoji , a public affairs Analyst has to state: “In the wake of recent developments…
Dekina Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) crisis has come to an end with the final submission of the report of the five man panel lead by Usman Abuh Aka Alapa. The committee also submitted its final resolution to the party stakeholders headed by Chief John Odawn JP, the state pioneer party chairman. The stakeholders in an accompany letter also endorsed the removal of Alhaji Ibrahim Husseini Ejini as the Divisional chairman. The removed state chairman was nominated to replace late Sani Dr Hook. Ejini accused of diverting money meant for the completion of party secretariat Dekina was also indicted of anti…