KOGI BUZZ

15/02/2026

*POLITICAL APPOINTMENTS IN KOGI STATE EXCLUDING COMMISSIONERS*

1. Secretary to the State Govt 🤌Okun
2. Head of service 👉Ebira
3. Chief of Staff 👉Ebira
4. Acct General 👉Ebira
5. Clerk of the House 👉Ebira
6. Auditor Gen State 🪫Igala
7. Auditor Gen LG 👉Ebira
8. Chairman BIR. 👉Ebira
9. Chairman LG Serv Com 👉Ebira
10. DG SEMA 👉Ebira
11. DG Bureau for Land 👉Ebira
12. DG ADP 👉Ebira
13. DG Bureau for PP Oworo, Lokoja (LGA)
14. GM water Board 👉Ebira
15. Chairman Subeb 👉Ebira
16. Chairman Pension Bureau 👉Ebira
17. Chairman Scholarship Board 🤌Okun
18. Chairman Hajj Comm 👉Ebira
19. DG Primary H C 👉Ebira
20. Chairman Teaching Serv Com 👉Ebira
21. GM Tourism Board 👉Ebira
22. GM Town Planning Board 👉Ebira
23. DG investment promotion 👉Ebira
24. DG KOGROMA 👉Ebira
25. DG RUWASSA 👉Ebira
26. GM Traffic Management Agency 👉Ebira
27. DG Research and Devt Agency (Solid Minerals) 🎯Igbo.
28. Chairman Christian pilgrims 🤌Okun
29. GM Sport Council 👉Ebira
30. Chairman Housing & Urban Devt Board 👉Ebira
31. GM Environmental protection Agency 👉Ebira
32. Chairman Hospital Management Board👉 Ebira
33. Chairman SIEC 🩸Bassa Nge
34. Chairman State Civil Serv. Comm. KotonKarfe 🍥
35. DG Electricity Regulatory Comm. 👉Ebira
36. DG Oil Producing Areas Devt Comm Lokoja (LGA)
37. DG Council for Arts and Culture 👉Ebira
38. Head, Security Trust Fund 👉Ebira
39. Head, Sports Trust Fund 👉Ebira
40. DG Govt House 👉Ebira
41. DG Radio Kogi 👉Ebira
42. GM, Graphic Newspapers 👉Ebira.
43. VC KSU Kabba 👉 Ebira
44. VC PAAU Anyagba 👉 igala
45. VC Confluence Uni 👉 Ebira.

Heads of 33 out of 42 Agencies, Commission, Boards and parastatals in Kogi State surveyed are Ebira with Okene having 29.

The Igalas has only State Auditor General.

The Okuns has only three (3).

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Okun Voice
Olusegun Iselaiye
Oladapo Mikky

08/02/2026

JUST IN: Kogi Govt Shuts Markets, Motor Parks Across Kogi West as Security Forces Intensify Operations

The Kogi State Government has ordered the temporary closure of selected markets and motor parks across parts of Kogi West Senatorial District.

The move is to support ongoing security operations aimed at flushing out bandits and terrorists, in collaboration with ONSA and security agencies.

The shutdown is designed to cut off food, movement, and logistics to criminal elements and their informants.

The temporary closure applies to markets and motor parks in the following Local Government Areas:

• Lokoja LGA: Oshokoshoko Market and Motor Park, Jakura, Ogbagbon, Agbaja, Atsawa, Obajana, Apata, Abugi, Amomi, Ebee, Budon

• Kabba-Bunu LGA: Ike Bunu, Aba Marian (Isado), Ofere, Abaa Dola (Ihale Bunu), Aiyede, Oke Offin, Aiyegunle Bunu, Okebukun, Odo Ape Bunu, Agbadu Bunu, Agbede Apa Bunu

• Yagba West LGA: Okoloke, Isanlu Esa, Okunran, Ogbe, Ejiba, Odo Eri, Igbaruku, Iyamerin, Ogga, Omi, Odo Ara, Oke Ere

• Yagba East LGA: Irunda Ile, Iyeh Ilotin, Gada, Odogbe, Ilafin

• Kogi LGA: Rice Market (Adingere), Koton Karfe, Okpareke, Girinya, Okro Market (Opanda), Perishable Market (Edeha)

• Mopamuro LGA: Otafun Amuro, Oroke Amuro, Takete Ide Amuro, Okeagi, Illai, Ilemo, Ijagbe

The government confirms major progress:

16 kidnapped victims rescued from the camp of notorious bandit leader Kachalla Battijo in Tunga Forest.

The camp has been overrun by security forces.

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has restated a zero-ransom, zero-negotiation policy with bandits.

Authorities admit the closures will cause temporary hardship, but insist it’s a necessary sacrifice for lasting peace.

The shutdown will be lifted immediately after operations conclude.

Residents are urged to cooperate fully as movements will be closely monitored.

Cc: Kogi State Government
Kingsley Femi Fanwo
Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo
Egbe Mekun Parrot
OKUN MEDIA HUB
Okun Voice
Kogi global media

07/02/2026

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15/01/2026

We can’t bring dead people back to life but we can lend our voices and give support to those fighting for the PEACE & FREEDOM of EVERYONE 🇳🇬

14/01/2026

AIYETORO KIRI BUNU DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION (AKBDA) WITH FAMILY MEMBERS SECURE THE RELEASE OF 17 MORE ECWA AIYETORO KIRI ABD@CTEES

In another push for the release of her people, Aiyetoro Kiri Bunu Development Association have been able to secure the release of another 17 from her ECWA Aiyetoro Kiri kid@nap victims. This was not without painful partying with humugus resources.

You will remember that, on Sunday December 14th, over 30 parishioners were abducted from EWCA Aiyetoro Kiri Bunu. Concerted efforts have since then been engaged in seeing to their release.

On January 1st, 2026, 7 people (4 alive and 3 d@ad) were released after rigorous negotiations and payment of 15m. The leadership of the community pressed further in their appeal and negotiations, and had 3 released on Monday 12th January, 2026. In a relentless effort, 14 people were further released yesterday, Tuesday 13th January, 2026.

From the above, a total of 24 people have been released. While the association keep striving for the release of her people, it is our prayer and hope, that, they shall all safely join us.

Aledare Jide Sunday, MASN
National Publicity Secretary
For and on behalf of:
NEC, AKBDA and Families

09/01/2026

The 2026 Budget allocation by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs):

1. Presidency → ₦355,100,320,721
2. National Assembly → ₦344,852,880,669
3. Ministry of Defence → ₦3,154,393,400,291
4. Ministry of Foreign Affairs → ₦344,235,906,716
5. Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation → ₦98,163,122,322
6. Ministry of Interior → ₦696,416,792,599
7. Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation → ₦26,942,251,897
8. Auditor General for the Federation → ₦15,881,134,488
9. Public Complaints Commission → ₦29,460,000,000
10. Federal Civil Service Commission → ₦2,604,702,873
11. Independent National Electoral Commission → ₦1,013,778,401,602
12. Federal Character Commission → ₦6,531,190,463
13. Federal Ministry of Police Affairs → ₦1,329,461,895,087
14. Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy → ₦84,560,421,789
15. National Security Adviser → ₦664,119,740,541
16. Code of Conduct Tribunal → ₦2,370,626,414
17. Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission → ₦2,780,925,426
18. Police Service Commission → ₦2,397,074,830
19. Secretary to the Government of the Federation → ₦293,021,567,646
20. Federal Ministry of Special Duties & Inter-Governmental Affairs → ₦13,781,104,156
21. Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security → ₦1,447,973,604,421
22. Federal Ministry of Finance → ₦16,781,272,498,002
23. Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment → ₦87,436,249,085
24. Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment → ₦183,572,952,990
25. Federal Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation → ₦838,674,080,349
26. Federal Ministry of Transport → ₦431,798,285,025
27. Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace → ₦88,209,964,483
28. Federal Ministry of Power → ₦1,107,103,148,958
29. Ministry of Petroleum Resources → ₦71,597,986,053
30. Federal Ministry of Steel Development → ₦21,520,279,269
31. Federal Ministry of Works → ₦3,485,652,384,621
32. Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning → ₦9,102,998,474,710
33. National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission → ₦4,683,161,168
34. Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission → ₦4,710,115,027
35. Fiscal Responsibility Commission → ₦1,991,672,502
36. Federal Ministry of Water Resources → ₦458,648,182,716
37. Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development → ₦105,926,305,272
38. Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy → ₦149,181,952,655
39. Federal Ministry of Tourism → ₦10,417,248,347
40. Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy → ₦59,882,227,219
41. Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development → ₦156,335,330,765
42. Federal Ministry of Livestock → ₦81,186,171,499
43. Judiciary → ₦341,625,739,236
44. Federal Ministry of Justice → ₦150,554,556,545
45. Independent Corrupt Practices and Related Offences Commission → ₦21,120,395,993
46. Code of Conduct Bureau → ₦15,748,365,861
47. Federal Capital Territory Administration → ₦460,737,525,183
48. Federal Ministry of Niger Delta → ₦1,350,964,245,478
49. National Sports Commission → ₦206,433,718,652
50. Federal Ministry of Women Affairs → ₦154,315,760,358
51. Federal Ministry of Education → ₦2,399,161,320,016
52. Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare → ₦2,149,385,867,131
53. Federal Ministry of Environment → ₦164,144,903,358
54. National Population Commission → ₦31,359,208,037
55. Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation → ₦462,663,187,207
56. Federal Ministry of Youth Development → ₦518,362,661,771

01/01/2026

01/01/2026

Happy new year to you all.

31/12/2025

The tournament is officially heating up 🥵

Which Round of 16 tie are you most excited about? 🤔🌍

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28/12/2025

BREAKING: Living Faith Church Pastor Abducted in Okoro Gbedde, Kogi State

A pastor of Living Faith Church has been kidnapped by Armed bandits in Okoro Gbedde, Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State.

The incident reportedly occurred on the pastor’s farm located along the Okeoffin–Okoro Gbedde axis yesterday 27 December 2025.

According to eyewitness, the pastor was traveling to the farm on a motorcycle, accompanied by a commercial rider, when they encountered the assailants.

Sources disclosed that upon sighting the kidnappers, the pastor reportedly jumped off the motorcycle.

The commercial rider managed to escape, while the pastor was abducted and taken to an unknown location.

As of the time of filing this report, the kidnappers have not contacted the pastor’s family or the church, and no ransom demand has been made.

Meanwhile, the development has heightened fear and tension among residents of Okoro Gbedde and surrounding communities.

Egbe Mekun Parrot

28/12/2025

Fayose Releases Evidence of N50bn Governor Makinde Got From FG For Ibadan Explosion Victims

Two days ago, I said on a national television that Oyo State under Governor Seyi Makinde got a sum of N50bn from the Federal Government as intervention on the January 2024 explosion in Ibadan.

Yesterday, the Governor responded by asking me to provide evidence that he received such money, and here is the evidence he asked for.

Meanwhile, only N4.5bn was released to victims of the Ibadan Explosion. Rather, he diverted this fund and many others to his Presidential ambition, which is the reason for the crisis in the PDP and his attacks on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his government.

Even though it is not in my character to go public with official government documents, I had to do this so that Nigerians will know who is saying the truth, and who has not been sincere with the people of Oyo State.

Most importantly, if as a governor, you have elected to go on national television to disclose part of what transpired in private meetings you had with the President, it becomes the duty of well-meaning Nigerians to give full disclosure.

Lastly, I challenge Governor Seyi Makinde to sue me on this. Let me also tell him that there are proofs of other intervention funds received from Tinubu’s administration by the Oyo State Government, which the governor refused to disclose to the people.

Also, there are documentary evidences on the actual Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of Oyo State, as against Governor Makinde's claim, but we will keep our gunpowder dry for now.

My name is still Ayo Fayose, I don’t say what I can't prove.

Ayodele Fayose
Governor of Ekiti State
(2003 - 2006 and 2014 - 2018)
December 28, 2025

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28/12/2025

KOGI STATE GOVERNMENT SECURITY DIRECTORY

Yuletide Season Advisory to Citizens

The Kogi State Government, through the Ministry of Information and Communications, in conjunction with the Office of the State Security Adviser, issues this Security Directory to guide citizens and residents on how to enjoy the Yuletide season while remaining vigilant and security-conscious.

The Yuletide period is a time of joy, travel, social gatherings, and renewed community bonds. However, it is also a period when criminal elements attempt to exploit increased movement and celebrations. The Government therefore urges all residents to celebrate responsibly and work collectively to keep Kogi State safe and peaceful.

PERSONAL SAFETY AND VIGILANCE

Citizens are advised to remain alert at all times, especially in crowded areas such as markets, motor parks, places of worship, and event centres. Avoid displaying large sums of cash, expensive gadgets, or jewellery that may attract criminal attention. Trust your instincts and avoid suspicious situations.

TRAVEL AND MOVEMENT ADVISORY

Motorists and travellers should plan journeys carefully, avoid travelling late at night where possible, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy. Share travel plans with trusted family members or friends, and use recognised transport services. Report abandoned vehicles or unusual movements along highways and within communities.

HOME AND COMMUNITY SECURITY

Before travelling, ensure homes and shops are properly secured. Engage neighbours, community leaders, or vigilante groups to keep watch. Communities are encouraged to strengthen neighbourhood surveillance and promptly report any strange persons or activities.

CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE PERSONS

Parents and guardians should pay close attention to children and the elderly during festivities. Children should not wander unattended, especially at night or in unfamiliar environments. Residents are urged to be cautious of child trafficking, exploitation, or abuse and to report any suspected cases immediately.

RESPONSIBLE
CELEBRATIONS

Celebrations should be conducted in an orderly and lawful manner. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption, reckless driving, and activities that may lead to violence or accidents. Firecrackers, fireworks, or any materials capable of causing harm should be handled with extreme caution or avoided altogether.

COOPERATION WITH SECURITY AGENCIES

Citizens are urged to cooperate fully with security agencies and comply with lawful security checks. Security operatives on duty are present to protect lives and property. Any impersonation of security personnel should be reported immediately. In line with the Proclamation of the Governor of Kogi State, every security agent operating in the state must properly identify himself or herself.

REPORTING AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Timely information saves lives. Citizens should promptly report suspicious movements, criminal activities, or security threats to the nearest security agency or community leaders. Do not spread unverified information that may cause panic; rely on official government communication channels.

GOVERNMENT ASSURANCE

The Kogi State Government has deployed and strengthened the security architecture across the state to ensure a peaceful Yuletide celebration. The Government remains committed to safeguarding lives and property and will respond decisively to any threat to public peace.

The Government calls on all residents to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and united. Security is a collective responsibility. Together, we can ensure that the Yuletide season is celebrated in peace, safety, and joy across Kogi State.

Signed:

Ministry of Information and Communications
Kogi State