JUST IN: PAAU Senate Withdraws 27 Students Over Poor Performance, Non-Registration
Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, commended the Results Verification Committee for its diligence, objectivity and commitment to upholding academic standards.
FT: Kuroko United Beat Eganyi Pillars on Penalties to Reach Prince Kabiru Onimisi Atta Football Competition Semifinal
The penalty shootout proved equally tense. Both sides converted their first five kicks before the contest moved to sudden death. Eganyi Pillars missed their seventh attempt, allowing Fatai “Fanta” to step up and calmly slot home the decisive spot-kick that sent Kuroko United through.
Tinubu to Commission Africa’s First Barefoot Renewable Energy College in Kogi, Set to Train Thousands Annually, Create Green Jobs
The supervisors noted that once fully operational, the college is expected to train thousands of people every year, create green jobs, reduce youth unemployment in Kogi Central and help close Nigeria’s renewable energy skills gap.
2027: INEC Uploads Bello Otaru as NDC Candidate for Adavi/Okehi Seat
The formal listing of Otaru on the INEC portal confirms that the NDC has completed its nomination process for the constituency, which covers Adavi and Okehi local government areas of Kogi State.
Kogi Government Condemns Brutal Killing of Catholic Priest in Ajaokuta
Reacting to the incident, the Kogi State Government described the murder as a barbaric and unacceptable act. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed security agencies to hunt down the killers.
TRAGIC: Catholic Priest Stabbed Multiple Times to Death in Ajaokuta, Body Dumped at Roadside
Rev. Fr. Oyetoro was born in Egbe, Yagba land, and was a native of Ayetoro in Ijumu Local Government Area. He had links to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Egbe. His death has plunged the Catholic community and residents of the area into mourning.
Two Kogi Indigenes Sue Gov Ododo Over Alleged Plan to Sack 21 LG Chairmen
The plaintiffs, Mustapha Abdul and Ahmed Haruna, are also asking the court for a perpetual injunction preventing the governor from appointing caretaker or interim committees to run the local governments.
Kogi Poly Suspends 7 Lecturers Over Sex-for-Grades, Illegal Handout Sales
Confirming the development, the polytechnic’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. John Onimisi, said the suspensions formed part of immediate disciplinary measures taken by the institution.
JUST IN: CUSTECH Expels Onumoko, Eneji for Gay Practice, Rusticates Four Other Students for Fighting
The University Management reiterated its commitment to maintaining discipline, order and a conducive environment for teaching and learning. Management warned that it would not hesitate to take decisive disciplinary actions against any student found violating the institution’s rules.
JUST IN: Court Sentences Three to Life Imprisonment for Oyo School Abduction After Pleading Guilty
The trio admitted to being members of Darul Salam, an affiliate of the banned terrorist organisation Ansaru (Jama’atu Ansarul Muslimina Fi Biladis Sudan). They also confessed to concealing information about the masterminds of the school abduction.
