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Kogi Govt Applauds President Tinubu for Appointments of Indigenes to Strategic National Roles

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The Kogi State Government has expressed heartfelt appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing several illustrious sons and daughters of the state into key positions at the federal level, describing the gesture as a testament to the President’s commitment to inclusive governance and national development.

In a statement signed by the State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Fanwo, the state’s Chief Servant, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, extended gratitude to the President for what he called a “demonstration of confidence in the capacity, competence, and character” of Kogi’s indigenes.

“These appointments are a reflection of Mr. President’s unwavering belief in the diversity of our nation and the value that each state brings to the table,” the statement read. “We are proud that Kogi indigenes have once again been found worthy to serve the nation at the highest levels.”

The government described the appointments as a clarion call to the new appointees to be worthy ambassadors of Kogi State, urging them to bring to bear the excellence and integrity that define the state’s identity.

“Your elevation is not just an honour but a responsibility to deliver results, to uphold the ideals of service, and to reflect the values we hold dear in Kogi State,” the government charged the new appointees.

Fanwo noted that Kogi State remains committed to partnering with the Federal Government to ensure sustained progress and development, both within the state and across the nation.

“We remain resolute in our support for Mr. President and will continue to work hand-in-hand with his administration in building a Nigeria that works for all,” the statement added.

The Kogi State Government sent a message of congratulations to the appointees, charging them to be good Ambassadors of the Confluence State.

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Police must pay transport fares, says AIG

” No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.

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The Assistant Inspector-General of Police(AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, speaking with transporters at Obalende garage, Lagos State, on Wednesday.

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has declared that officers must pay fares before boarding commercial vehicles, warning against abuse of authority.

Jimoh spoke on Wednesday at Obalende garage during a sensitisation meeting with drivers and transport workers marking National Police Day 2026.

He stressed that relations between police and the public must be based on partnership, not coercion, urging both sides to support each other voluntarily.

“No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.

Jimoh called for stronger cooperation to maintain safety and order on roads, insisting there was no conflict between officers and transport unions.

“I don’t collect money from officers. We don’t arrest people arbitrarily. If you have issues with any officer, report directly to me,” he said.

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Tinubu scurries to Jos after Mutfwang’s security brief

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will leave for Jos tomorrow to commiserate with the state government and residents over recent deadly gun attacks that lefts dozens dead.

This was following Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s security briefing to the President on the recent violent attack in Angwan Rukuba, Plateau State.

During the meeting on Wednesday at the presidential villa in Abuja, Governor Caleb Mutfwang told Mr President that although security forces have restored calm after fresh disturbances involving looters on Wednesday morning, following the deadly Palm Sunday attack that left more than a dozen dead and many others injured.

He said that investigations are continuing to determine the identities or motives of the attackers who are yet to be apprehended .

Presidency source said that President Tinubu was initially scheduled for a planned trip to Ogun State to flag off operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport on Thursday.

From Jos, the President will travel to Lagos to observe Good Friday.

On Saturday, April 4, he will visit Ogun State to commission projects including the cargo airport.

He will then return to Lagos during the Easter holiday to commission several state infrastructure projects, including the Ojota/Opebi Link Bridge.

Before heading back to Abuja, the president will visit Bayelsa State on April 10 to commission projects completed under Governor Duoye Diri.

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JUST IN: Tinubu Heads to Jos Tomorrow, Postpones Ogun Trip for 5-State Visits

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will tomorrow embark on a visit to Jos, Plateau State, as the first leg of a five-state tour across the country.

The Presidency announced that the President has postponed his scheduled trip to Ogun State to enable him to commence the series of official visits.

Details of the remaining four states in the tour are expected to be released by the Presidency in due course.

The development comes as President Tinubu continues nationwide engagements aimed at assessing development projects, interacting with stakeholders, and addressing key national issues in the respective states.

Further updates on the itinerary will be communicated as the visits progress.

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