EFCC Vs Yahaya Bello: Trial shifted to March 10 as witness maintains transactions breached no law
The ongoing trial involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has been postponed until March 10. The court fixed the new date after hearing testimony from a prosecution witness during the recent session. During the proceedings, the witness maintained that the financial transactions under review did not […]
AEDC explains reason for blackout in Abuja, Nasarawa, two other Nigerian states
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has explained the reason behind the ongoing power outages affecting parts of Abuja, Nasarawa, Niger, and Kogi states. According to the electricity distributor, the blackout is due to reduced energy allocation from Nigeria’s National Grid, which has limited the amount of power available for distribution. In a public notice […]
Lagos Assembly seeks urgent rescue of abducted corps member in Kogi
The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on security agencies and relevant authorities to urgently intervene in the abduction of a prospective corps member, Miss Lateefah Binuyo, who was kidnapped in Kogi State while travelling for the NYSC orientation programme. Lawmakers described the incident as disturbing and unacceptable, urging swift action to secure her […]
Kogi Govt begins demolition of suspected ISWAP, bandits’ hideouts
The Kogi State Government, under Governor Usman Ododo, has begun the demolition of suspected terrorist hideouts in Okene Local Government Area. The first operation targeted a suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) hideout in Sambel, Idoji, following repeated bandit attacks in the region. This action comes amid growing concerns over extremist activities in the […]
Gov Ododo signs two new revenue laws
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has signed two new revenue laws aimed at increasing state income and improving transparency in tax collection. The laws are the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service Establishment Law, 2025, and the Kogi State Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Law, 2025. Speaking at the signing ceremony on Thursday, […]
DSS Arraigns Suspected Terrorist Who Killed Worshippers In Kogi
Security operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arraigned a suspected terrorist accused of killing innocent worshippers in Kogi State. The suspect was brought before a court after investigations linked him to a deadly attack that shocked residents and raised serious security concerns in the area. According to reports, the DSS said the […]
Abuja Court shifts Yahaya Bello’s trial on other charges to Nov 13
The Federal High Court in Abuja has shifted the ongoing trial of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, to November 13. The case, which involves other pending charges against the former governor, could not continue as earlier planned, leading the court to adjust the hearing date. The adjournment means Bello will return to court on […]
Gunmen Abduct Three INEC Officials In Aloma, Kogi State
Three officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have reportedly been abducted by gunmen in Kogi State. The victims were said to be on their way to Anambra State for an official assignment when the incident happened. Human rights advocate, Harrison Gwamnishu, disclosed the development in a post shared on his verified Facebook page. […]
Nigerian troops rescue 17 kidnap victims, including four Chinese nationals
Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully rescued at least 21 kidnapped victims, including four Chinese nationals, during coordinated operations across Kwara and Kogi States. The daring rescue was carried out on Thursday, October 17, 2025, under Operation FANSAN YAMA, an ongoing military mission to eliminate bandits and kidnappers in the North Central region. According […]
Troops rescue 17 kidnapped victims in Kogi
Troops from the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have rescued 17 people who were kidnapped in Kogi State. Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations for the 12 Brigade, confirmed the rescue in a statement on Thursday, September 10, 2025. The victims, traveling in a 17-seater bus from Osun State to […]