Kogi State

Examination misconduct in Nigerian universities

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated about 11 hours ago

Latest: Nigerian universities penalize students for examination misconduct

Academic institutions in Nigeria have implemented disciplinary measures against students following investigations into examination misconduct. At Prince Abubakar Audu University in Kogi State, the Senate approved the ex

JAMB UTME security, reforms, and admission updates

7 clusters · 45 sources · last updated about 15 hours ago

Latest: JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap and email changes for candidates

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced several measures to secure the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and streamline the admission process in Nigeria. To combat impersonation

Nigeria kidnapping and insurgent security ops

254 clusters · 241 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: Sokoto troops rescue 23 kidnap victims and arrest Lakurawa suspects

By late September 2026, Nigerian security forces intensified nationwide operations against kidnapping and terrorism. Between September 11 and 19, Defence Headquarters reported that at least 50 to 58 captives were rescued

Fatal road accident in Kogi State

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kogi road crash kills six people

A fatal collision occurred on the Kabba–Odo-Ape Road in the Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The accident, which involved a truck and a commercial vehicle, resulted in six deaths and two injuries. Lawal F

Political support for Tinubu and Ododo in Kogi State

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Asiwaju Connect Group rallies support for Tinubu and Ododo in Kogi

Political groups and community organizations in Kogi State have mobilized to express support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo ahead of the 2027 general elections. In August 2026, indigenes

Security operations in Kogi State

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Nigerian Army arrests two and seizes mining equipment in Kogi State

Security operations in Kogi State have focused on neutralizing criminal elements and illegal activities within the region. In August 2026, a joint task force involving police, military, and local vigilantes conducted bus

Nigeria bandit and militant violence continues

47 clusters · 191 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Niger State bandits abduct over 100 people and demand N50m levy

Violence intensified in June with a series of brutal assaults, including the Kawel massacre in Plateau State and farmer‑herder clashes in Niger and Benue that left dozens dead. Bandits raided villages in Katsina and Zamf

Nigeria 2027 election political preparations

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: APC grassroots mobilisation begins in Enugu and Lagos for 2027 elections

Political preparations for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections have intensified across several states, involving candidate selections, legislative outlining, and calls for peaceful campaigning. In Kano State, the Independen

Nigerian security operations against smuggling and drugs

4 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Nigerian police arrest drug suspects in Oyo and Akwa Ibom

Nigerian security agencies have conducted several operations targeting the trafficking of illegal petroleum products and narcotics across various states. In late August, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSC

Agricultural development initiatives in Nigeria

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Agricultural initiatives drive poverty reduction in Northern Nigeria

Agricultural development programs in Nigeria are focusing on enhancing productivity and reducing poverty through training, mechanization, and value chain support. In Niger and Kogi States, the International Fund for Agr

Disability rights advocacy in Nigeria

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Spinal Cord Injury Association of Nigeria calls for better support and inclusion

Disability rights advocates in Nigeria are calling for increased government support, improved infrastructure, and better social inclusion for persons with disabilities. At a national policy dialogue, officials emphasize

Nigeria examination malpractice and reform efforts

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Nigeria Education Minister exposes ₦3,000 NECO exam question scandal

Efforts to address examination malpractice in Nigeria have centered on systemic reforms and increased accountability. Former JAMB registrar Professor Is‑haq Oloyede noted that while parents contribute to malpractice, the

Big Brother Naija Season 11 competition

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Big Brother Naija housemates Aikou and Flora regain prize eligibility

The Big Brother Naija Season 11 reality show, themed ‘Everything Is For The Taking’, has seen its initial phase of evictions and disciplinary measures. Early in the season, Martins Iyeh and Mercedes were evicted followin

Highway insecurity and abductions in Kogi State

3 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Kogi State: 21 Nigerians, including 15 NYSC members, rescued from kidnappers

A series of violent highway ambushes and abductions has been reported in Kogi State. In mid-August, gunmen wearing military fatigues used a fake checkpoint on the Okene-Auchi Federal Highway to intercept two commercial v

Kogi State infrastructure and development initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Kogi State Governor Ododo unveils new development vision

The administration of Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has focused on infrastructure development and long-term economic planning. The Kogi Diaspora Association in the United Kingdom has expressed support for the Gov

Nigerian Navy community development projects

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Nigerian Navy commissions community projects in Bayelsa and Kogi

The Nigerian Navy has implemented various community development projects through the Chief of Naval Staff’s Special Intervention Quick Impact Project scheme. In Katsina State, the Navy inaugurated projects in Kerau Qua

Nigeria INEC constituency restoration and electoral disputes

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Nigeria's INEC restores constituencies and faces candidate substitution lawsuit

Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has begun restoring several State House of Assembly constituencies following Supreme Court judgments. Initially, the commission focused on restoring three consti