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JUST IN: Gov Ododo Flags Off Rehabilitation of GSS Iluke, Pledges Commitment to Education

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December 24, 2024

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Kogi State Governor, Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo, has awarded a contract worth N69 million for the rehabilitation of Government Secondary School (GSS), Iluke, through the Kogi State Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA).

The school, which was devastated by fire in 2020, is set to undergo its first major renovation since its establishment in 1977.

Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Kogi State Commissioner for Education, Hon Wemi Jones, described the project as a pivotal moment in the state’s commitment to educational development.

He emphasized that education remains the top priority of the Ododo administration, which is heavily investing in primary and secondary education to prepare students for the state’s numerous tertiary institutions.

“Today marks a special day for education in Kogi State,” Jones stated. “This intervention underscores our administration’s dedication to creating a brighter future for our youth.”

The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Fanwo, also hailed the initiative as a fulfillment of Governor Ododo’s promises.

He reflected on his personal connection to the school, describing it as instrumental in shaping his life. “This intervention restores the glory of GSS Iluke,” Fanwo said.

“The Governor has once again demonstrated his commitment to grassroots development and education by using CSDA as a tool to deliver impactful projects.

” Hon Dauda Momoh, General Manager of the CSDA, disclosed that the project includes the renovation of three boreholes in the community alongside the school rehabilitation.

He assured the public that the project would be completed within four weeks, as directed by the Governor. “All necessary resources have been provided, and the contractor has been instructed to ensure quality and value for money,” Momoh said.

He also urged community members to protect government facilities, emphasizing the importance of taking ownership of public projects.

The Olu of Iluke Bunu, HRH Chief Funsho Ayinmiro, expressed gratitude to Governor Ododo for delivering on his promise. “This project reflects the Governor’s dedication to the development of our community and the entire state.

We are truly grateful,” the monarch said. The school’s principal, Mr. Olorunfemi Mengbole, echoed the community’s appreciation, while residents of Iluke celebrated the development, calling it an investment in the future of their children.

The rehabilitation of GSS Iluke reinforces Governor Ododo’s vision of empowering communities and prioritizing education as a cornerstone of Kogi State’s progress.

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BREAKING: ICPC grills Gbajabiamila over PFIPC scandal

According to Jiti Ogunye, Gbajabiamila’s counsel, the president’s chief of staff appeared at the ICPC headquarters on Monday, where he was questioned over the PFIPC controversy.

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July 20, 2026

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has interrogated Femi Gbajabiamila, chief of staff to President Bola Tinubu, over his role in the emergence of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC).

According to Jiti Ogunye, Gbajabiamila’s counsel, the president’s chief of staff appeared at the ICPC headquarters on Monday, where he was questioned over the PFIPC controversy.

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NBC Begins Training of Free -To- Air TV Installers

” We are doing it to ensure that they can properly track the NigComsat signal. We found out that installers are very critical to the success of the DSO project because we recently launched the DTH project. We are going DTT. We are going DTH. We are doing mobile App.”

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July 20, 2026

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•50 set-top box installers and technicians in Ibadan

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has commenced nationwide capacity-building exercise to prepare installers for the rollout of the country’s renewed Digital Switchover (DSO) programme.

The Head of the DSO Unit and Deputy Director of Public Affairs at the Commission, Mrs. Clementine Usman-Wamba, announced the development during training of more than 50 set-top box installers and technicians in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

According to her, broadcasters would be shut out of analogue broadcasting transmission by 2028, hence the need for the training of installers that are professionals to assist in the process.

She said, “We are actually here in Ibadan to train installers specifically to be part of the Digital Switch Over process.We are doing it in conjunction with Nigeria Communication Satellite Limited, (NigComSat). It is a joint outreach that we are doing here today.”

She said that the installation of Free TV is to enable Nigerians to have access to many channels without subscription, noting that the NBC has embarked on the training of the installers of decoders and dishes nationwide for effective take off of the project.

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Authority blames Jigawa boat capsize on overloading, buried dead victims

The accident happened at about 1pm on Sunday when a canoe carrying between 30 and 40 passengers capsized while crossing the river

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July 20, 2026

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The Jigawa State Government has confirmed the recovery of six bodies following a boat mishap in Malamawar Yan Dutse community, Ringim Local Government Area of the state.

The State Commissioner for Special Duties and Humanitarian Affairs, Auwalu Sankara, confirmed the incident during a visit to the community.

Sankara said that the accident happened at about 1pm on Sunday when a canoe carrying between 30 and 40 passengers capsized while crossing the river.

He attributed the accident to overloading, saying the number of passengers exceeded the canoe’s capacity.

Search and rescue operations are still ongoing to locate the remaining missing passengers, while the recovered victims would be buried in accordance with Islamic rites.