Tag: Eniola Olayemi, Kogi, Kogi News, Okun, Usman Ododo, Yahaya Bello
Okun People Pass Vote of Confidence in Ododo, Says Yahaya Bello Most Successful Governor in Kogi History
The people of Okun land have passed a vote of confidence in the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Usman Ododo, former Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, and the leadership of...
‘A Pillar of Strength, Wisdom’: Okun Parapo Mourns Chief Joseph Owoeye
On the 11th day of March 2024, the entire people of Okunland and indeed, members Okun Parapo were plunged into mourning as they bid farewell to one of their most...
Okun Development Association Holds Annual National Congress March 8
The annual national congress of Okun Development Association (ODA), a sociocultural group of Yoruba speaking people of Kogi state will hold between 8th to 9th of March...
2024 State Honours: Should Kogi State Trample on Its Historical Participation in Laying Foundation of Nigeria?
We noted with dismay the omission of a founding father of Nigeria. A Kogi man who, with Ahmadu Bello, Awolowo, Azikiwe, negotiated the independence of Nigeria at the...
Funsho Davies Owoyemi: Roots in Okunland, Abode in Lagos Cosmopolis
By Tunde Olusunle and Ralph Omololu Agbana. His lifelong sojourn away from his ancestral home in Okunland in Kogi State creates the impression that he is actually a...
Youth Development in Okun Land
Implementing practical infrastructural development at the grassroot level involves creating opportunities for youth empowerment. This could be achieved by focusing on...
Fears Okun Language Might Go Into Extinction
Over the years, I have observed that among the three major tribes – Okun, Ebira and Igala – in Kogi state, it is very rare to see Ebira or Igala parents that...
5-in-1 Ile’ya Omo Okun Fiesta Seeks to Raise Generational Champions – Yeye Oge
Yeye Oge of Okun Land, Chief Omoleye Aiyelabowo has called for concerted efforts to deepen cultural values in the society. Yeye Oge made the call in while speaking with...
Appraisal: Embracing Unity, Progress and Peace for Okuns Ahead of 2027 and Beyond
Introduction: As Okuns look towards the future, it is imperative to foster unity, progress, and peace as foundational principles, setting aside divisive tendencies,...
Okun Nation: An Open Letter to Hon Leke Abejide
Greetings to Your Excellency Hon. Leke Joseph Abejide. May Almighty God give you long life, strength and sound health in Jesus Name. This Election has come and gone,...