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The Labour Party and Kogi Central lawmaker Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have called on Nigerians to reflect on peace and unity during Eid-el-Fitr amid the country's challenges.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has distributed food items to constituents in Kogi Central during Ramadan and Lent to alleviate economic hardships.

A Kogi State House of Assembly aspirant argues that the African Democratic Congress lacks the necessary structure to effectively oppose the ruling All Progressives Congress in the upcoming elections.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan honors her late father, Jimoh Akpoti, and recognizes his former colleagues in the National Assembly.

The Kogi State Government has disbursed March salaries to civil servants in preparation for the upcoming Sallah celebration.

Kogi State has initiated a bidding process to select consultants for various water projects aimed at improving water supply in the region.

A Federal High Court in Nigeria is set to rule on March 9, 2026, regarding the admissibility of documents in the money laundering trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello.

Armed men attacked the Odo-Ere community in Kogi State, Nigeria, resulting in a shooting and possible abductions, causing panic among residents.

The Department of State Services has arrested Shafiu Usman, a suspected mastermind behind multiple kidnappings in Kogi, Kwara, Niger, and Zamfara states.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan calls for calm and adherence to the rule of law following the controversial arrest of Tracy Ohiri in a dispute involving Minister David Umahi.

The Department of State Services in Nigeria has arrested Shafiu Usman, the alleged mastermind behind a December 2025 church attack and subsequent kidnappings across several states.

The National Boundary Commission in Nigeria is committed to resolving the interstate boundary dispute between Edo and Kogi states through peaceful means.

The Kogi State Government supports President Bola Tinubu's plan to establish state police, viewing it as a transformative measure for Nigeria's security system.

The Kogi State Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, Kingsley Ogga, discusses the party's strategy to foster equality among its members and its goal to unseat the ruling party in the 2027 elections.

Kogi state schools are set to reopen on February 23 after a mid-term break due to security concerns.

The Kogi State Government expressed support for James Faleke's appointment as Renewed Hope Ambassador, highlighting its national importance and benefits.

Kogi State has launched a mass vaccination campaign against Transboundary Animal Diseases to protect animal health and promote food security.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan supports the nomination of Ambassador Ismail Yusuf as the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria during a Senate committee screening.

The Kogi State Police Commissioner has announced increased patrols and security measures in response to the upcoming Ramadan and Lent periods.

The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic has called on staff to support ongoing reforms to enhance the institution's performance and productivity.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central protests her exclusion from the Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission, highlighting issues of marginalization in the Senate.

The Nigeria Police Force has launched two new police divisions in the Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State to enhance security and improve grassroots policing.

The Kogi State House of Assembly has urged the state government to urgently rehabilitate and upgrade technical colleges, particularly the Government Technical College in Ankpa, to meet modern educational standards.

Nigerian troops have successfully dismantled a terrorist camp in Kogi and eliminated 16 terrorists in Borno during recent counter-terrorism operations.

Nigerian Army troops successfully raided a terrorist camp in Kogi State, recovering significant amounts of arms and ammunition.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has publicly supported real-time electronic transmission of election results, emphasizing the need for trust in Nigeria's electoral process.

The Kogi State Police Command is urging federal agencies in the state to enhance cooperation and intelligence sharing to strengthen efforts against crime.

Governors from Kwara, Kogi, and Ekiti states visited survivors of a recent terrorist attack in the Woro community in Nigeria, which resulted in significant casualties and raised security concerns in the region.

The Kogi State Government has ordered the closure of various markets and motor parks as part of a security operation to eliminate terrorist activities in the area.

The Kogi State Police Command has called on residents to comply with the temporary closure of markets and motor parks in the region as part of security measures.

The Kogi State Government has temporarily closed selected markets and motor parks in response to security threats from terrorists and bandits.

Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo emphasizes the importance of education for sustainable development during the 5th Combined Convocation Ceremony of Kogi State Polytechnic.

Captain Aliyu Ahmad Yakubu will be honored with the title of Abeneche-Attah Igala during a ceremony on April 4, 2026, in Kogi State.

Eight suspected criminals, including informants, have been arrested by security operatives in Kogi State as part of ongoing operations to dismantle bandit hideouts.

The Kogi State Police Command has arrested eight suspected criminals during coordinated operations across the state, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and local groups.

Kogi State has received vaccines for a mass vaccination program aimed at controlling major transboundary animal diseases and improving livestock productivity.

The Kogi State Government has closed all schools temporarily due to security concerns, prioritizing the safety of students and teachers.

The Kogi State Government has temporarily closed schools until February 16 as a preventive measure to ensure the safety of students and teachers based on credible intelligence.

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo reflects on his survival of a helicopter crash in Kogi State seven years ago, expressing gratitude on social media.

After negotiations, bandits in Kogi State released three residents abducted earlier this year in exchange for three motorcycles as ransom.