Tag: Kogi State
Storm wreaks havoc in Kogi community
Dr. Emmanuel Dare Otitolaiye, National President of the Egbeda-Egga Development Union (EDU), confirmed the incident while speaking to reporters.
Kogi LG imposes indefinite dusk-to-dawn curfew over rising insecurity
“Vehicles from other towns or states passing through Yagba West within the curfew period will not be permitted to transit…
Terrorist kingpin behind mass abduction of worshippers in Kogi’s ECWA Church arrested
Usman who is now in DSS custody had reportedly confessed to orchestrating the Ayetoro church attack, as well as other…
Nigerian troops overrun terrorists’ camps, recover weapons in Kogi
The Army added that the operation involved troops dismounting and advancing on foot to achieve tactical surprise and operational dominance…
Kogi businessman harps on funding, technology to tackle insecurity
On the reasons behind his growing political activities in Kogi, the mechanical engineer who recently joined the All Progressives Congress,…
Troops rescue 5 kidnap victims in Kogi forest, recover bodies
he Kidnapping victims made up of three women and two children were reportedly abducted at Ayetoro Kiri in Kogi West…
Orokere Amuro Day: Culture, unity on display, as community seeks growth
The dignitaries, who spoke at the event, emphasised the need for community unity to enhance security, and urged the people…
Kogi: Gunmen kill 3, abduct 3 in attacks on Mopamuro communities
The incidents were confirmed by the Chairman of Mopamuro Local Government Area, Ademola Bello alongside traditional authorities and community leaders…
Kogi: Gunmen abduct five Magongo indigenes
The victims were returning from a wedding ceremony in Jos, Plateau State, when they were kidnapped at 8 p.m on…
Soldier, one other killed as troops rescue 21 passengers from bandits in Kogi
Troops of the 12 Brigade had in a coordinated operation on Tuesday, foiled an ambush by bandits, killed one bandit…
Troops intercept man with 10 bags of cannabis in Kogi
The vehicle, driven by the suspect, was also found with a branded police hat and belt displayed on the dashboard,…
Kogi farmers get cargo tricycles for easy farm produce transportation
The tricycles were procured under a joint funding arrangement where farmers contributed 30 per cent of the cost while IFAD-VCDP…
Kogi: Killing of woman triggers protest against insecurity in Isanlu community
The bandits allegedly killed the woman after realising she could not keep up with their speed as they attempted to…
One injured as bus passengers escape from kidnappers in Kogi
Yagba Federal Constituency in Kogi West senatorial zone has degenerated into a theatre of insecurity, with gunmen suspected to be…
Kogi: Troops rescue 2 kidnapped victims, retrieve N3.8m ransom money
The statement indicated that the operation followed reports to the troops that relatives of some of the kidnapped victims were…
Oyebanji coasts to victory as APC adopts consensus in Ekiti primary
The Ekiti governorship election is scheduled for June 20, 2026. Governor Oyebanji became the sole candidate after one of the…
Kogi: Gunmen abduct man, wife in Yagba East, demand N100m ransom
Bandits have marauded Yagba Federal constituency in recent times. Among the recent victims of abduction is Mrs Omolayo Jacob, also…
Kogi: MopAmuro LG targets over 32,000 children in immunization campaign
The campaign runs from the 6th to the 15th of October and enjoys support from the UNICEF. The exercise is…
Kogi: Vigilante operatives arrest 2 for allegedly supplying food to bandits
The suspects are currently in custody, and investigations are ongoing to uncover further details about their operations and any potential…
Insecurity: Kogi LG Chairs ban sale of fuel in jerrycans
The ban on the sale of fuel in jerrycans will cut off logistics supply to the criminal elements, Mr Ademola…
At least 20 dead in Kogi boat mishap, many missing
The boat that was fully loaded with people departed from the Onugwa community in Ibaji heading to the Ilushi market,…
Gunmen continue rampage in Kogi, kill policemen, others
There have been rising cases of security breaches in Yagbaland and other parts of Kogi west senatorial zone in recent…
Kogi communities in darkness as vandals cart away electricity cables
Their heinous crime became known on Thursday morning when curious passersby noticed vandalised cables dangling loosely from electrical poles.
JUST-IN: Abducted Kogi monarch regains freedom after joint security rescue
The District Head of Bagaji Odo in Kogi East Senatorial District, His Royal Highness David Akpa, who was kidnapped on…
Troops storm Kogi forest, rescue Seriki Fulani, 5 others from kidnappers
The kidnappers fled with injuries after encountering superior firepower from the troops, abandoning their victims and some of their belongings,…
Terror on the Farm: Gunmen slay newlywed in Kogi’s Bunu District
The government extended condolences to the bereaved family, the people of Aiyetoro Kiri, and the entire Kabba-Bunu community, stressing that…
Video: rejected marriage proposal ends in bloodbath in Kogi
A rejected marriage proposal has ended in tragedy in Kogi State after a man allegedly butchered a woman who refused…
Banditry: Army deploys troops to Kogi community
Community members welcomed the intervention. Speaking on behalf of the Olle-Bunu people, Elder John Ebajemito pledged full cooperation with security…
Prison officer suspected of killing journalist found dead in Lokoja hotel
Pelumi was reported to have killed the photo journalist, a staff of Inside Story, an online medium on Tuesday night…
Kogi: Troops nab 12 suspected kidnappers, rescue victims (Photos)
One of the security operatives involved in operation against the kidnappers was shot and is currently receiving medical treatment at…