Bandits Kill 2, Abduct 10 in Kogi Attack
Gunmen killed two and kidnapped ten in Olle-Bunu, Kogi. Community leaders demand urgent security overhaul. Read the full report and calls for action.
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Kwara 2027: Battle for Governorship Heats Up
As Kwara gears up for 2027, a fierce succession battle unfolds. Analysts examine if power will rotate or if Central's 18-year dominance continues. Discover the key players and political strategies shaping the race.
Nine Kidnapped in Kogi, Residents Seek Air Surveillance
Gunmen abducted nine persons in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA, including a family heading to a burial. Residents urge deployment of drones and police helicopters for rescue. Read more.
Mother, 3 Children Among 9 Abducted in Kogi Attack
Armed men storm Inele-Ugoh village in Kogi, kidnapping nine. Residents plead for aerial surveillance as ground troops search forests. Read more on the security crisis.
Nine Kidnapped in Kogi, Residents Seek Aerial Surveillance
Armed bandits abducted nine people, including a mother and her three children en route to a burial, in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA. Residents plead for drones and police helicopters to aid ground troops in the search. Read more.
Fubara: 70% Mobilisation for Tinubu's 2027 Bid Done
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara declares strong grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027, claiming 70% of the job is complete. Read the full details.
Kidnapping Attempt in Kogi Leaves One Dead, Two Injured
A kidnapping attempt on Ejule-Olamaboro Road, Kogi, turned fatal as bandits opened fire, causing a crash. One confirmed dead, two rescued. Security operatives are on the trail.
4 Bandits Neutralised in Kogi Community Attack
Kogi State confirms local hunters killed 4 bandits during an attack on Ayetoro-Kiri. 13 persons were abducted. Security forces are on the trail. Read more.
Accord Party Issues Certificate to Ekiti Candidate Falegan
Accord Party formally endorses Opeyemi David Falegan for the 2026 Ekiti governorship race. He pledges youth empowerment and road repairs. Read the full story.
Ikale Forum Lauds Jimoh Ibrahim's Ambassador Nomination
The Ikale Advancement Forum has commended President Tinubu for nominating Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as a non-career ambassador. Read why they call him a 'round peg in a round hole'.
Ex-Senator Isa Abonyi Obaro Dies, Natasha Mourns
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan announces the death of her predecessor, Isa Abonyi Obaro, a Second Republic lawmaker. Read tributes and his political legacy.
Natasha Akpoti is Nigeria's Most Searched in 2025
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan leads Google's 2025 Year in Search for Nigeria. Discover the top trends in politics, entertainment, and culture that captured the nation's attention.
Kogi LG Declares Curfew, Restricts Religious Gatherings
Omala LGA in Kogi State enforces a 7 pm to 6 am curfew across all 11 wards, suspends public gatherings, and intensifies patrols due to security threats. Residents urged to comply.
Troops Rescue 6 Ejiba Church Kidnap Victims
Nigerian Army troops have rescued six victims abducted from a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Ejiba, Kogi State. Read the full details of the successful joint operation here.
Kogi: No Negotiation with Bandits, ₦820bn Budget for 2026
Kogi State government declares zero-tolerance for bandit negotiations. Commissioner Kingsley Fanwo states the state has the capacity to confront criminals. Governor Ododo submits a ₦820.49 billion 'Budget of Shared Prosperity' for 2026.
Kogi West Endorses Ododo for Second Term
Political and traditional leaders in Kogi West endorse Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for a second term in 2027 and announce a new Zonal Security Joint Task Force to combat banditry. Read the full communique.
Ododo submits ₦820.49bn 2026 budget to Kogi Assembly
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo presents a ₦820.49bn budget for 2026, focusing on infrastructure and debt repayment. The budget marks a 35.7% increase from 2025. Read the full details and analysis.
Factional PDP holds Osun primary after Adeleke quits
A faction of the PDP in Osun State is conducting its governorship primary election despite Governor Ademola Adeleke's resignation from the party. The exercise is ongoing in Osogbo under tight security.
Troops nab driver, seize 276kg cannabis in Kogi
Nigerian Army troops in Kogi intercept a vehicle with 306 parcels of cannabis, arrest fleeing driver. A major blow to drug networks linked to banditry. Read the full details.
Kogi Highway Gun Battle Leaves Travellers Stranded
A fierce gunfight between security forces and bandits on the Oshokoshoko-Obajana highway trapped commuters for hours. This incident follows a recent church attack in the state. Read details and public reactions.
Why APC Suspended Senator Gbenga Daniel
Ogun State Government reveals Senator Gbenga Daniel's suspension stems from supporting PDP's Adebutu in 2023. Read the full details of the political clash and allegations.
Ex-Tinubu Adviser Says President Should Not Seek Re-Election
Former Tinubu adviser Hakeem Baba-Ahmed urges President Bola Tinubu not to contest the 2027 election, stating he lacks the urgency to fix Nigeria's problems. He advises supporting a younger successor.
Kogi warns churches in crime-prone areas after attack
Kogi State government advises worship centers in vulnerable areas to reconsider services after armed men attacked Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, abducting pastor and congregants.
Bandits Attack Kogi Church, Kidnap Pastor and Wife
Suspected bandits attacked a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Ejiba, Kogi, kidnapping Pastor Orlando, his wife, and others. The state government has launched a manhunt.
Kinshasa Rally Impacts Dondra's CAR Election Bid
Massive Kinshasa rally supports Henri-Marie Dondra's CAR presidential bid. Discover how foreign backing could shape the December 28 election outcome and sovereignty debates.
Kogi Church Attack: Pastor, Wife, Members Kidnapped
Gunmen stormed Cherubim & Seraphim church in Ejiba, Kogi, kidnapping Pastor Orlando, his wife and members during Sunday service. Security agencies deploy helicopter for rescue operations.
Kogi Church Attack: Pastor, Wife, Members Kidnapped
Armed bandits stormed Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Kogi State, kidnapping pastor Orlando, his wife and several members during Sunday service. Read details.
Kogi Kidnapping: N60m Ransom Demand for Mother
A Nigerian man shares heartbreaking update about his mother kidnapped in Kogi. Kidnappers demand N60 million ransom while victim suffers in captivity. Read full story.
Youths Honour INEC REC for Credible Anambra Election
Anambra youths hail INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan and honour REC Dr. Queen Elizabeth Agwu for overseeing Nigeria's most transparent governorship election. See how they achieved 97.8% result upload.
Kogi Children Flee School Over Bandit Rumors
A Kogi mother shares how her children ran home from school amid bandit invasion rumors. Police deny the attack as parents react to the security scare. Read full details.
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