Insecurity: ‘Powerless governors’ and unexplainable dithering on State Police (1) By Ehichioya Ezomon Zamfara State Governor, Alhai Dauda Lawal complained in a viral video on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, that he knew the locations of the bandits terrorising his state, but that the power to direct security agencies to eliminate them resides elsewhere,…
In the history of every society, there are individuals whose dedication to humanity stands out like a guiding light – men who believe that the true measure of leadership is not in buildings or monuments, but in the lives they transform. One of such rare personalities is Pharm. (Hon.) Abdulkareem Asuku Mohammed Jamiu, former Chief…
In a rare but powerful moment of integrity, a young Nigerian Navy Lieutenant recently stood his ground before Minister Nyesom Wike, insisting that he was “acting on instruction.” That simple, disciplined response has sparked public admiration and rekindled faith in the values that define the Nigerian Armed Forces. The officer’s composure under pressure reflects the…
Sen. Sunday Karimi, the Senator Representing Kogi West chose the WRONG place (Kabba) Owe land and the WRONG time to come and sow his seed of discord between Kogi West and Kogi Central. He should have chosen Egbe Day or any other community event to come and speak from both side of his mouth. Interestingly,…
Let the wailers continue to cry their heart out and continue with your unwarranted plots against Former Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency, Dr. Yahaya Adoza Bello, they will all amount to nothing. No matter how hard they try, they will not be able to stop him because he is a man who has transcend…
Without Prejudice: Fejiro Oliver’s Prison Note, appeal for mercy through the back door? A prison note at this time sounds like an indirect call for mercy and forgiveness. Every action or inaction carries consequences that are measured in degrees. A “note from Prison” by a young man who claims to be the most important person…
The name, Ahmed Usman Ododo before the Governorship Primaries of the All Progressives Congress APC in Kogi State, was not known to many Kogites – though he has always been there as a humble fellow who does his things silently. The jingles of his name began to ring in the ears of Kogites after he…
It amuses us each time we see people who are best as political onlookers making political calculations or decisions based on THEIR ignorance. Such is playing out now, that a lot of people from different angles, e.g ethnic, religion and Party, are racking THEIR brains on who will emerge as the NEXT Governor of State…
In Nigeria’s leadership tapestry, few figures are as compelling as Hon. Stella Erhuvwuoghene Okotete. Hon. Stella is celebrated across the Niger Delta and beyond as THE LIONESS OF THE NIGER DELTA. This epithet reflects not only her formidable presence but also her proven records in economic reform, women empowerment and grassroots advocacy. Driven by passion…
In recent days, I watched with dismay the trending outburst of Former Deputy Governor, Chief Edward David Onoja against the former Governor, HE, Dr. Yahaya Adoza Bello. In the viral Video, the former Deputy Governor did say that his former Boss promised to make him Governor of Kogi State after his administration and didn’t kept…
