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Kogi Flood Relief Efforts: Gov Ododo Moves to Curb Impending Traffic Gridlock

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By Abdulrahman Obaje

The Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo led Kogi State Government has move to curb impending traffic gridlock in preparation for a possible flooding.

This is contained in a directive to the Flood Disaster Response Team to establish alternate routes in preparedness for flooding. adsbygoogle || []).push({});

The opening is about 5km alternate route in Nyamanyama Village along Ganaja –Ajaokuta road,  serving as a bypass in case the main Ganaja road is submerged by a looming flood.

Governor Ododo’s swift measure according to a government house source exemplifies his administration’s commitment to the well-being of  commuters of the road and Kogi dwellers alike.

The road is a strategic link between northern States and several states in the east and flooding had in the past crippled vehicular movement and economic activities on the axis.

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Governor Ododo’s directive coming at this crucial period is a proactive approach to preventing such traffic gridlock, and crippled economic activities.

“This humane approach to governance is particularly significant, given the flood’s devastating effects on the state, with properties worth billions lost and many communities submerged earlier.”, said a source

“The Kogi State Government’s prompt action to create an alternative route demonstrates its commitment to mitigating flood-related hardships. Governor Ododo’s administration has shown its willingness to listen and respond to the needs of its citizens, ensuring their safety and convenience.”

“The involvement of various government agencies, including the Flood Disaster Response Team headed by the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Elder Joel Salifu Oyibo highlights the state’s coordinated approach to addressing the flood crisis.”

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“Little has been done Despite the plea by the Commissioner for Information and Communication Hon Kingsley Fanwo, emphasizing on how crucial the federal government’s assistance is in addressing the scale of devastation.”

“However, under Governor Ododo’s leadership, Kogi State is taking decisive steps to protect its citizens and promote a culture of good governance as the State awaits the attention of the Federal Government.”, continued the source

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Dogara’s Political Associates Throw Weight Behind PBAT Second Term Bid

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Political Associates of former speaker of the House of Representative Rt. hon Yakubu Dogara has thrown its weight behind President Boka Ahmed Tinubu second term bid.

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Hon. Yakubu Dogara Political Associates, Hon. Daniel Eleojo Ameh dated May 29, 2025*

The statement read, *Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara’s Political Associates Celebrate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Two Years in Office, Declare Support for Second Term*

On behalf of the political associates and loyal supporters of our Grand Patron, the Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the occasion of his two-year anniversary in office as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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“In the past two years, President Tinubu has demonstrated visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to national development, and a strong resolve to reposition Nigeria on the path of growth and prosperity. His bold economic reforms, renewed drive for infrastructure development, and courageous stance on national unity have not gone unnoticed.

“President Tinubu’s administration has continued to foster hope, inclusion, and progress for all Nigerians. His strategic interventions in areas such as security, education, power, and social investment have given renewed confidence to citizens and stakeholders alike, affirming his capacity to steer the nation toward a brighter future.

“It is in light of these commendable strides that we, the political associates of Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, proudly declare our full and unreserved endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in office.

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“We believe continuity is essential to consolidate the gains made so far and to achieve the broader national vision encapsulated in the Renewed Hope Agenda.

“On behalf of Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, our respected Grand Patron and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, we stand firmly behind President Tinubu.

“We urge all Nigerians, across political, ethnic, and religious divides, to support this visionary leader as he continues to deliver on the promises of a greater Nigeria.

“As we celebrate this milestone, we look forward with optimism and a renewed sense of purpose, knowing that the future of Nigeria is in capable hands.

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Kogi State Govt Partners FRSC on Enlightenment of Road Users to Avert Accidents

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Worried by the high rate of auto-crashes across Kogi state, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has expressed readiness to collaborate with the Federal Road Safety Corps(FRSC), on Enlightening road users to embrace traffic regulations that would reduce the trend to the barest minimum. adsbygoogle || []).push({});

Ododo gave the indication through the State’s Commissioner of Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, when he called on the Kogi State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, in Lokoja on Tuesday.

Fanwo conveyed Governor Ododo’s serious concern over the loss of innocence souls occasioned by incessant road accidents in recent times and called for joint efforts by the FRSC, Govt and Road Maintenance Agencies to tackle the bad development.

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He said that the recent auto-crash along Obajana road that claimed the lives of 19 people and left other eight seriously injured is a case in point.

“The Kogi state government is committed to using the state owned media organisations and that of the federal and other online platforms in conjunction with the FRSC to carry out aggressive enlightenment on ways to keep our roads and people safe”

He commended the efforts of the Kogi State Command of the FRSC in ensuring that our roads remains free from any form of accidents and urged the Sector Commander to sustain the tempo.

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Responding, the Kogi State Sector Commander of the FRSC, Kumar Tsukwam, assured Governor Ododo of his preparedness to embark on the partnership enlightenment project with the state government in order to arrest the escalating cases of road mishaps on our highways.

“I intend to immediately constitute an enlightenment committee comprising of road agencies, medical, the media and government that would facilitate the success of our aggressive public engagement to avert road accidents” the Sector Commander promised.

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Boundary Crisis Between Dakwa Niger and FCT: Muhammed Calls on Parties to Maintain Status Quo, Says Case in Court

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Dakwa Community Warn Land Grabber’s (Abuja Investments Company) to Stop Meddling on their Properties as they (Abuja Investments Company)  lay claim to the entire Dakwa claiming to have a paper covering the entire Dakwa up to Zuma Rock. adsbygoogle || []).push({}); googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js">

The statement which was unequivocally made Saturday, May 24th, 2025 in Dakwa, Niger State by one of the community leaders was after a meeting with the Dagachi and other top government functionaries in Niger State on a planned demolition by Mr Osagie and his group.

A community Leader, Alhaji Muhammed Abdullahi while talking to Journalist on the matter said, “the call becomes necessary as one Taiye Osagie Bello that has been parading himself as the staff of Abuja Investment Company came on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025 marking some houses in Niger State with FCDA/DC Demolition inscription.

“Mr Osagie also came to the Community with some Military men numbering 5 who are assigned to man the check-point between Dei dei and Zuba. The soldiers who came in uniform all armed as if the community is into war started harassing the residents who tried to snap or record a video of them. It was almost a pandemonium in the community if not for God intervention.”, he continued.

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He added that, “The soldiers who followed Mr Osagie to come and carry out the illegal duties by marking our houses claiming to be staff of FCDA are to be warned to desist from this act else will face the rat of the law.”President Muhammadu Buhari (R) and Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose (L) at the National Council of State meeting, February 23, 2018.

Muhammed further revealed that Osagie has claimed that his company, Abuja Investment Company owns the land which is 201 hectare of land from the Zuba-deidei, Madala express road down to Zuma Rock said that the demolition is in phases and the first phase might commence any moment from next week.

Some of the community members that also talked to journalists over the weekend further said that their properties documents are from Niger State, they are living in Niger State and they want to remain in Niger State.

“My Certificate of Occupancy, C-of-O is from Tafa Local Government, Niger State, I don’t know why Abuja Investment Company is laying claim to this place, from Express to Zuma Rock”, Said Tunde, a property owner in Tundun-wada, Dakwa.
This is not unconnected to the fracas that happened in Dakwa where at least somebody lost his live while several other people were injured according to a report by Daily Trust.

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The report which was cited by The Informavores! said that, “On May 17th, 2025 at about 3:30pm, police operatives of Suleja Area Command led by the Area Commander, Suleja, on investigation of a petition received against one Sarkin Mallaman Dakwa and Alhassan Baba Chukuli bordering on conspiracy, inciting disturbance, assault and boundary issues, went to invite the above-mentioned persons. ”

“On getting to the residence of the Sarkin Dakwa be was not around and the ream proceeded to invite the Village Head, Alhassan Baba Chukuli. He was invited and he declined, in the presence of a large crowd he mobilized bearing dangerous weapons such as cutlasses, knives, bottles and Dane guns, the police team left the residence peacefully.

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“Immediately the police team left, there were reports of shooting among themselves and loss of life.”

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