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Gunmen kidnap Kogi monarch and wife

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Suspected gunmen have kidnapped the Oba of Idofin, Shedrack Durojaiye Obibeni, and his wife in Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi.

They were kidnapped along Makutu-Idofin road in Kogi State at about 5 pm on Monday, according to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria.

Confirming the incident, Mr Abdulrasak Asiru, Yagba East Local Government Council Chairman described it as “very shocking” and “sad”.

Asiru said that he was still in shock over the incident which had not happened in the area for almost two years.

“I as the council chairman and the people of Yagba East are in great shock over the kidnap of our respected Oba and his wife this evening.

“This is because we in this LGA have a very robust security architecture keeping vigil and warding off criminal elements away from us.

“This incident was well planned by the kidnappers because from what I learnt, the Oba and his wife only moved out to see something, and in less than 10 minutes that incident happened.

“We smell a rat over this sad incident and we are not resting until we get to the criminal elements who did this dastardly act and rescue our traditional ruler and his wife,” he said.

The council boss said that already alerts and messages have been sent to all the traditional rulers and community leaders in Okun land to be vigilant and conduct a thorough search for the rescue of the couple.

Asiru said: “As we speak, our hunters and vigilante group are already out into the bushes searching for the criminals so as to rescue our Oba and his wife as soon as possible.”

However, the Kogi Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Williams Ovye-Aya, said he was yet to be briefed by the DPO of the affected area on the incident.

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11 burnt beyond recognition in Kogi multiple crash – FRSC

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The Federal Road Safety Corps has said that 11 persons were burnt beyond recognition in a multiple crash along Ejule-Ochadamu by Olofu Bridge, Ochadamu area of Kogi State.

FRSC Public Education Officer, Bisi Kazeem in a statement released on Thursday, November 10, said the unfortunate mishap involved 20 vehicles.

Kazeem who noted that the crash was avoidable and unfortunate, called on drivers to regularly maintain their vehicles.

The statement read;

“The crash investigation team revealed that the fatal crash involved a total of 18 people. Out of the number, a total of seven victims comprising three males and four females sustained various degrees of injuries, while the remaining 11 whose sexuality could not be ascertained at the time of carrying out the rescue were burnt beyond recognition,” the statement read.

“The investigation further revealed that the main causes of the crash and subsequent fire outbreak that claimed the innocent lives of the victims are road obstruction and break failure; a mechanical deficiency that impacted negatively on the functionality of the braking system of the vehicle.

“As at the time of this statement, the emergency rescue team of the Corps has concluded the rescue of the injured persons to the hospital while the burnt victims were also evacuated.”

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Kogi receives first derivation allocation as oil producing state

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Kogi government has received the state’s first derivation allocation as an oil-producing state.

Kingsley Fanwo, the commissioner for information in the state made the announcement after the state executive council meeting on Thursday, October 20.

He also said that Governor Yahaya Bello reiterated his promise to ensure that the resources of the state are put to good use.

Fanwo said;

“It’s on record that this administration has recorded many giant strides in various sectors covering the thematic areas of our governor’s New Direction Blueprint.

“This new breakthrough in the derivation allocation will no doubt make us do more for our people.

“On breaking the news, our governor said he was so elated to announce to the good people of Kogi state that the administration has received our first derivation allocation as an oil producing state.

“This announcement is in line with the administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability, for which we have received many awards.

“We worked hard to make this history. But we wouldn’t have achieved it without the support of our people, who stood resolutely with us to make this see the light of the day.

“We also wish to express our gratitude to President Muhammadu Buhari for his leadership roles as well as the RMAFC for making this a reality.

“We will build more schools, hospitals and construct more roads. We will empower our youth and women. Under my watch, we will ensure security.”

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Kidnapped Kogi oil mogul, Mohammed Jamiu regains freedom after two months in captivity

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The owner of Always Petroleum and Energy Service Limited, Alhaji Mohammed Jamiu, has regained freedom after spending two months in kidnappers’ den.

Jamiu was kidnapped on July 9, 2022 at his residence located at Idare quarters in Okene Local Government Area of Kogi State.

The kidnappers, numbering four, had entered his house posing as business associates shortly after he returned from Eid praying ground in Okene town.

The oil mogul was reportedly released on Thursday night, September 15, after his family paid a ransom.

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Corpse of former Kogi NATA chairman found under bridge in Lokoja

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The former Chairman of Nigeria Automobile Technicians Association (NATA), Kogi State Chapter, Jimoh Adebayo, has been found dead.

It was gathered that his corpse was found under the newly constructed flyover bridge in Lokoja, the state capital on Sunday, September 11.

According to Daily Trust, Adebayo died under the flyover bridge four days ago, but his corpse was discovered yesterday. A member of NATA, who craved for anonymity, said the cause of his death could not be established because of some complicated issues.

“We cannot say this is the cause of the death of the former NATA Chairman now. He was a wealthy man years ago, we later learnt he sold out everything he had in life. People said he went insane. We found his dead body in the early hours of today here,” said the member.

The corpse was later taken to Felele Cemetery in Lokoja. Spokesperson of the Kogi State Police Command, SP William Ayah, confirmed the development, saying that the command was aware.

He added that the Police Warden assigned to the Ganaja Flyover Bridge saw the corpse on resumption of work on Sunday and reported.

Aya stressed further that the Command was making arrangements to deposit the corpse at the Mortuary when some people who claimed to be his family members picked it up.

He said the corpse was released to the family following an undertaking by one of the family members.

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Two kidnappers gunned down, others escape with bullet wounds in Kogi

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Two kidnappers were killed while two others escaped with different degrees of bullet wounds during a gun duel with security operatives in Idah Local Government Area of Kogi State on Tuesday, August 16.

According to reports, the kidnappers have perpetuated havoc within the area of their operations and security operatives had been on their trail.

Confirming the development on Wednesday, August 17, the Chairman Idah Local Government, Hon. Abuh Odoma disclosed that with support from the governor, the people have continued to secure victories over some of the miscreants terrorizing the council.

Odoma said he and constituents of his local government are committed to ensuring that as severally declared by the State governor, every nook and cranny of Kogi State is safe and secure.

In his reaction, the State Security Adviser, Commodore Jerry Omodara stressed the need for continued vigilance by citizens particularly those within the rural communities.

Omodara added that the business of security was such that required collective responsibility by every stakeholders hence all hands must be on deck to ensure that the entire state was permanently rid of criminal elements and their sponsors.

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50-year-old man arrested over the alleged killing of his 15-year-old daughter for ritual purposes in Kogi

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The police in Kogi state have arrested a fifty-year-old man identified as Dauda Ibrahim who hails from Idah in Idah Local Government Area, over the alleged kidnapping and killing of his fifteen-year-old daughter, Sherifah for ritual purpose.

The suspect who is said to be a staff of the Federal Polytechnic, Idah in the department of Works and Fire Services unit was alleged to have conspired with two other people, Isah Adams and one Adah to perpetrate the nefarious act.

According to the report, the late Sherifah was said to have been kidnapped on August 4, 2022, at their residence in Okenya along Itayi street in the Igalamela/Odolu Local Government area of the State.

It was gathered that the girl’s remains were discovered in a shallow grave a few days after her disappearance, with the body mutilated and some vital organs missing.

Confirming the arrest, the spokesperson of the state police command, SP Williams Ayah, said the suspect and his accomplice are in police custody.

“The commissioner of Police, CP Edward Egbuka, has ordered for an investigation into the case of an alleged kidnap, killing and disappearance of body parts of a young lady identified as Miss Sherrifah, a fifteen-year-old girl in Idah by her father” he said

He added that the police will conduct a thorough investigation into the matter to establish the circumstances leading to the kidnap and death of the deceased.

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34 students of Kogi state Polytechnic have been expelled for certificate forgery and cultism.

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34 students of Kogi State Polytechnic have been expelled for their involvement in examination malpractices, certificate forgery and cultism.

The Academic Board of the institution approved the expulsion of the students for their actions which contravened the relevant sections of the Students Information Handbook of the polytechnic. The handbook stipulates penalties for involvement in examination malpractice, certificate forgery and cultism respectively.

Some of the expelled students are said to be part of the “Examination Magic Centre” syndicate, recently uncovered by the institution at the Sarkin Noma area in Lokoja metropolis. It was gathered that the ‘magic centre’ was organised by one Ibrahim Ayatu, a HND II student of the Department of Accountancy and one Clement Ayeni Clement, an ex student of the polytechnic.

Main gate of Kogi state polytechnic.

While the Board approved the expulsion of Ayatu from the institution, Ayeni is to be banned from entering the polytechnic until further notice.

One Mr Ekele Hassan, a HND I Industrial Design (Graphics) student who is also a staff of the polytechnic was also expelled after being caught with an already answered booklet.

Alih Kemalu and Isah Habib from the Department of Public Administration were expelled for their involvement in cult-related activities.

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The Wife Of Kogi State Governor, Mrs Rashida Yahaya Bello, Is Allegedly In Dubai For Weight Reduction.

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Reports reaching us is that, the first lady of Kogi state has been in Dubai over 3 months with her entourage I.e. her mum, children, staff and some family members.

A close source disclosed to us that Mrs Bello reportedly took over 10 ambassadorial suite in Armani hotel Burj khalifa , the tallest building in dubai with one suite worth over $3200 ! N1,552,000 per nite …

According to report, she was in American hospital for weight reduction which made her looking more like a teenager while she also undergone liposuction. Recall that Davido took to his IG stories to compliment her kids whom he met at Dubai mall during one of their numerous shopping..

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The Governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello has volunteered to lead #EndSARS protest.

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The Governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello has volunteered to lead #EndSARS protesters, pledging to participate and march alongside them.

Bello, in a televised broadcast, stated that he was willing to represent the group and help negotiate with the federal government on its demands.

The Governor’s comments are coming amidst calls for the protesters to have a leadership or some form of representation.

Speaking on AIT, he said; “I Volunteer to be the leader that will push down all of their demands and make sure it is met.”

Mr Bello disclosed that he will be matching with youths from Kogi State to Abuja to meet with president on the 24th of Oct. He called on other governors to work hard and ensure that law and order in maintained in their respective states.

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