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By Ismail M. Kabir The reappointed Executive Director of Rural Electrification Fund, Dr. Sanusi Ohiare has paid for the West African Examination Council (WAEC) registration fees for final year Secondary School students in Kogi Central senatorial district. Twenty five students selected from various secondary schools are among the numerous graduating students whose parents could not afford their registration for their final examination, a development that informed the recent call by the Ebira Youth Congress (EYC) for concerned stakeholders to respond to the low enrolment record among secondary schools across Kogi central. Recall that Dr. Sanusi Ohiare was recently reappointed by President Muhammadu Buhari to serve another term of 5-years as the Executive Director of Rural Electrification Fund at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The reappointment is perceived by many as a confirmation of the numerous achievements of Dr. Sanusi Ohiare since assumption of office as the ED

By: Joshua Adinoyi  The Great Ohindase of Okengwe, Chief Stephen Bamidele Eneika Bello, has been described as a peace maker and a true father to all.  Chairman, Kogi State Chapter of the National Sesame Seed Association of Nigeria (NSSAN), Alhaji Damisa Suleiman, made the assertion while felicitating with the paramount ruler of Okengwe Ehi on the celebration of his 45th year anniversary on the throne.  Alhaji Damisa noted that the Great Ohindase of Okengwe has remain committed to ensuring peaceful coexistence among the people of the Area and beyond.  He explained that the people of the Area have been seeing themselves as one, stressing that the role of the traditional institution at instilling peace in the society cannot be overemphasized. “There is a saying that uneasy lies the head that wears the crown, so to spend 45 years on the throne is not an easy task therefore we just must celebrate His Royal Highness, Chief Stephen Bello, the Great Ohindase of Okengwe on his

As little kids, during Maulud celebrations in the 1970s at Okene in Kogi State, we used to march around all the nooks and crannies of Okene, visiting dignitaries like the late Ohinoyi, Alhaji Sani Omolori (at his palace), late Shaykh Ahmad Rufai (at Idoji), the late Attah's family,  late Chief Imam Musa Galadimah my Uncle (at Iruvuchegba) and now late Alhaji Badamasiyyu populary called (Badams) because of his popularity and very delicious bread (Badams Special Bread) in that order on the 1st day of Maulud activities. His compound too is at Iruvuchegba close to the Chief Imam's compound.  Alhaji Badamasiyyu used to receive the Maulud children with special joy, especially children from Okene Islamiyya Central Mosque, not because all his kids attend the school, but due to his special love for our beloved Nabbiy SAW.  I could still recall that one of his little son that we call "Champion" then (I can't recall his real name now) used to be our flag bearer f

Happy Sixth Year Anniversary, Your Excellency. I congratulate our boss, His Excellency Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, the Executive Governor of Kogi State on the occasion of his sixth year in office as a purposeful leader. Your Excellency, you have taken many giant strides within these six years with your signatures boldly written on all critical sectors of the state. You have undertaken the task of governance with a single-minded devotion to turnaround the socio-economic fortunes of the Confluence State.  I and my team at the Kogi Enterprise Development Agency, KEDA attest to your commitment to running a people-oriented, highly efficient and profitable government. My agency is one of such smart business initiatives for which we remain very proud of you, Sir.  This unusual capacity, in my modest estimation, forms the basis upon which well meaning Nigerians across many divides are clamouring for the Essential GYB to come and replicate these success stories at the Center.  It is

KEDA MD on behalf of the Management and Staff of KEDA Commiserates with Kogi State Accountant General Over Mother's Demise. The MD/CEO, Kogi Enterprise Development Agency Hajiya Rekiya Onaivo Sanni has expressed  sympathy to the Accountant General of Kogi State, Alhaji Jubril Momoh over the death of his mother, Hajia Hajara Momoh Akata. The KEDA boss  describes her demise as a huge  loss.  Hajiya Sanni prayed that Almighty Allah comfort the deceased family and grant them strength to bear the irreparable loss. Signed: Hajiya Rekiya Onaivo Sanni MD/CEO, KEDA

 Reminiscent of the impact and memories of their glorious days in college, the '87 graduates of Abdulazeez Atta Memorial College, Okene (AAMCO 1987 Old Boys) presented awards to three best students in all classes of the prestigious college in the second edition of the annual event in appreciation of the positive impact the college has made in their academic life. The event which held on the 4th of October 2021 at the school premises in Okene was well attended by the 1987 Old Boys Excos, member of staff and students of the college. A total number of 42 students were presented with various prizes including computer laptops for the overall best SS3 students in both Science and Arts while study and Writing materials were donated to the best students in all arms of classes. The group also provided support for all the teaching and non-teaching staff of the college. In their end of year report, the Chairman of the group, Engr. Ahmed Musa thanked the mem

The past two years have been challenging for enterprises around the world. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs were distressed with many shutting down leading to job losses and overall decline of our GDP. This is no thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic amidst other economic hardships.  It is instructive to note that MSMEs accounts for 96% of businesses, 84% employment and contributes to 48% of national Gross Domestic Product, GDP. This makes MSMEs very critical to the development of any economy through its potential for massive job creation.  Committed to overcoming the impact of the pandemic, the government of Kogi State among other smart business initiatives, showed resilience, not just in overcoming this painful disruption, but helping businesses thrive through public and private partnerships.  The Kogi Enterprise Development Agency, KEDA stands committed to enhancing the recovery and capabilities of MSMEs in the State. This is particularly in line with the plans of H