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13/07/2026

08/07/2026

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*Kogi State Chapter of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors, inaugurates Continuously Operating Reference Station at Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja as part of efforts to deepen technological innovations in land administration and professional survey practices in Kogi* .

03/06/2026

The call by the Ohiotenye, of Ebiraland, elder stateman, Alhaji Isa Ozi Salami, for reforms in the celebration of Eche-Ane is timely and commendable. However, reform should not be mistaken for outright prohibition. Rather than banning a cultural heritage that defines the identity and history of the Ebira people, stakeholders should work together to address the challenges associated with its celebration.
No society abandons its culture because of the misconduct of a few individuals. Criminal activities such as kidnapping and banditry are sometimes carried out using roads and transportation systems, yet governments do not ban transportation. Instead, they strengthen security measures and enforce laws to tackle criminality. The same principle should apply to Eche-Ane.
Year after year, restrictions and bans have failed to provide a lasting solution. What is needed is proper planning, effective regulation, community engagement, and security collaboration to preserve the festival while curbing any excesses from either overzealous politicians using security agency to forment crisis or the worshippers evil deeds, Eche-Ane has the potential to become a major cultural and tourism event capable of attracting investors, creating jobs, and stimulating economic activities for the benefit of Ebira youths and the wider community.
At a time when unemployment is rising and many young people are seeking opportunities, cultural festivals should be transformed into platforms for economic growth rather than being discarded. It is even more important now that Kogi State is led by a governor of Ebira extraction, presenting a unique opportunity to showcase and modernize the rich cultural heritage of the Ebira people.
The focus should therefore be on reform, regulation, and promotion—not prohibition. By doing so, Eche-Ane can remain a source of pride, unity, and prosperity for present and future generations.

01/06/2026

The innocent guy that was shut dead by soldiers during Echeane festival in Adavi.

Here's a polished and cautionary version of your statement:

The fight against insecurity requires professionalism, restraint, and strict adherence to the rules of engagement by security agencies. Incidents of extrajudicial killings and the use of excessive force can deepen public distrust and fuel resentment, creating conditions that may further aggravate insecurity.
It is deeply concerning when unarmed civilians are reportedly killed while carrying out their lawful activities, whether in their shops, kiosks, or in front of their homes. In situations where individuals are suspected of wrongdoing, due process demands that they be arrested and investigated rather than subjected to summary ex*****on.
Security personnel must always exercise caution, respect human rights, and ensure that innocent lives are protected during operations. Allegations surrounding such incidents should be thoroughly investigated, and any officer found culpable should be held accountable in accordance with the law.
Professional conduct, accountability, and respect for the rule of law are essential if Nigeria is to effectively overcome the challenges of insurgency, banditry, and other forms of insecurity.

28/04/2026

This guy....... This crowd.....is an Evidence

10/04/2026

Had an Ebira person not become the governor of Kogi State, many might have continued to see the Igala people as their adversaries, possibly prolonging unnecessary tensions. However, recent experiences have revealed that challenges can also come from within, serving as an important lesson for everyone. As the next election approaches, it is clear that leadership should not be based solely on ethnic ties, especially when people continue to face hardship. Rather than being swayed by sentiments, voters should carefully consider candidates who genuinely see and treat them as brothers and are committed to improving their welfare. If you believe in Faleke’s vision and capacity to deliver, then support him with your vote.

Oh please, don’t blame them at all—who wouldn’t jump at the golden opportunity to “empower” their girlfriends from other tribes instead of their own struggling brothers? After all, romance clearly ranks higher than responsibility when luck finally smiles.
May God keep us alive to witness the irony—those once “indispensable” politicians whose faces flooded every billboard and campaign poster in Lokoja…funny how invisible they’ve suddenly become.