Kogi, Confluence State Crying for Development
By Jide Ojo I am not a stranger to Kogi, the one aptly named the Confluence State. I have traversed the length and breadth of the state going to…
The Kogi Question: Will Gov Bello Cede Power to Siamese Twin?
It does look like everyone in the Kogi state political circle has decided to shy away from the fact that whether we like it or not, someone must succeed Governor…
Yahaya Bello: APC’s Dot in 2023 Presidential Election Circle
BY ISRAEL OJOKO Kogi state governor Yahaya Bello is gradually putting himself under the spotlight following his ambition to become Nigeria’s next president after Muhammadu Buhari in 2023.
Time to Declare State of Emergency on Ajaokuta Steel Company
Sumaina Kasim writes on the need for President Muhammadu Buhari to take a decisive action on Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASCL) and National Iron Ore Mining Company Limited by engaging…
Major Historical Events in Ebira Land
If you were born in the 1900s, then this is not for you. If you were not, and you have seen this before, this is not for you too.…
Ebira Witches, Ekuechi Festival: The Myths
All over the world, the month of December is known to be the yuletide period for Christians. A month the birth of Jesus Christ is always celebrated. For the Ebira…
The Ebira Traditional Way of Burying the Dead, A Review
By Alex Adeiza The Ebira people, my people arguably belong to the league of ethnic groups in Nigeria with a complete cultural system, beautifully packaged way of life and endeavours…
Rites of Reincarnation in Ebiraland (Eva-Ozi and Oyi Ye Ozi)
By Salami Amina Ann INTRODUCTION Ebira people are closely knitted related families, kindreds, clans and clan-groups, the birth of any child into a family is said to be the return…
Ebiraland at Crossroad: 21st Century Perspective
INTRODUCTION Let me first register my unreserved appreciation on this privilege granted. I’m sincerely grateful for you found me worthy of the privilege. The topic: Ebiraland at Crossroad: 21st Century…
Birthday Extravaganza: A Second Look at Gov. Bello’s Profligacy
“A country is in for trouble when its ruler is childish, and its leaders party all day long.” – Ecc. 10: 16 Contemporary English Version. The ceremony was reminiscent of…