Prince Olatunji Olusoji, the Asiwaju I of Ayere Kingdom, has formally joined the APC in Kogi State, pledging to mobilise support for Governor Ododo's administration. Read about this major political shift.
Gunmen killed two and kidnapped ten in Olle-Bunu, Kogi. Community leaders demand urgent security overhaul. Read the full report and calls for action.
The DSS has finally arraigned Abdulmalik Obadaki, the suspected mastermind behind the 2012 Deeper Life Church attack in Kogi that killed 19 worshippers. He faces terrorism charges. Read the full details of the case.
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.
The Obaro of Kabba and CAN have suspended all church services in Kabba/Bunu LGA, Kogi State, due to credible threats of bandit attacks. This follows recent kidnappings and a church invasion.
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.
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.
A Nigerian lady was asked to leave a Catholic church service for wearing a sleeveless native dress. The viral TikTok video has ignited a fierce debate on modesty and church dress codes in Nigeria.
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.
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.
A Nigerian woman shares her harrowing story of joining a popular church that nearly destroyed her life. She details her escape and the encounter that saved her. Watch the video.
A Nigerian lady's TikTok video showing a POS machine inside her church has ignited a fierce online debate about modernity and worship. See the divided reactions.
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.
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 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.
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Nigerian Army troops have rescued six victims abducted from a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Kogi. In a separate operation, a major drug haul was intercepted. Read the full report.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kogi State launches security operation after pastor, wife, and congregants abducted from Cherubim and Seraphim Church. SWAGA chairman blames political saboteurs for nationwide insecurity.
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.
Kogi State government confirms intensified security operations to rescue worshippers abducted from Cherubim and Seraphim church in Ejiba. Governor Ododo coordinating rescue mission.
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.
Armed bandits stormed Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Kogi State, kidnapping pastor Orlando, his wife and several members during Sunday service. Read details.
CAC Church pastor shares chilling details of bandit attack during thanksgiving service in Eruku, Kwara State. 35 worshippers kidnapped, multiple deaths confirmed.
A 49-year-old woman shares her harrowing escape from bandits during CAC Church attack in Eruku, Kwara state. Read her survival story and how she slept in bushes overnight.
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.