One of the senior aides to Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State, Nda Aaron has resigned from his position as the Special Adviser to the governor on Multimedia to pursue his ambition of representing Lokoja I in the State House of Assembly.
This development was confirmed on Friday by Aron himself in a telephone conversation with our correspondent in Lokoja.
“Yes, it is confirmed. I resigned on the 27th of March in line with the electoral guidelines, which pegs the deadline on the 31st of March. It’s also confirmed that I am doing that to contest the forthcoming election into Lokoja 1 Local Government Area. I am looking forward to seeing it in your paper,” Aron said.
Nda Aaron, a well-known media influencer in Kogi State, is widely regarded as a leading contender for the All Progressives Congress ticket.
Political observers believe the early announcement of his intention reflects his strong confidence in securing the party’s nomination.
Arewa PUNCH further reports that his aspiration has continued to gain traction, attracting support from stakeholders, women, and youth groups—particularly Gen Z audiences on social media—who point to his visibility, engagement, and advocacy for societal development as key strengths.
A party loyalist, Michael Abu, said Nda Aron has done the right thing. He should test his popularity by contesting, and to do that, he has to drop his present position
“He has paid his dues in Kogi politics and beyond. This is not just about popularity; it is about competence and the ability to deliver. We believe he has what it takes to make meaningful contributions at the Assembly,” the party loyalist said.
Families of police officers who died in the line of duty across several states received over N160m in financial support on Thursday, as commands nationwide disbursed cheques under various welfare schemes to mark the 2026 National Police Day.
In Edo State, the police command presented over N40.8m to the families of 20 deceased officers.
The Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, described the occasion as “a solemn yet significant moment” to honour fallen heroes.
“We are gathered here… not only to celebrate service and sacrifice, but also to honour the memories of our gallant officers who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty,” he said.
“To the families present here today, no words can truly capture the depth of your loss. Your loved ones were not just officers of the law—they were protectors, patriots, and heroes who stood in the gap for society,” he said.
Agbonika added that the sum of N40,803,857.06 was disbursed under the Group Life Assurance, Group Personal Accident, and the Inspector-General of Police Family Welfare Scheme, noting that the gesture reflected the Force’s commitment to personnel welfare.
Similarly, in Sokoto State, the command disbursed N33.9m to eight beneficiaries.
The Commissioner of Police, Hayatu Shaffa, said, “This moment is both solemn and significant. It reflects the unwavering commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the welfare of its personnel and the families they leave behind.”
In Gombe State, 33 families received N31.04m.
The Commissioner of Police, Umar Chuso, said the gesture underscored the Force’s dedication to supporting families of officers who “paid the ultimate price in active service.”
The Katsina State Police Command also distributed N13.35m to families of 15 fallen officers.
The Commissioner of Police, Ali Umar Fage, said, “These officers paid the ultimate price in the service of the nation, and we will continue to stand by their loved ones.”
In Ogun State, the command disbursed N30.55m to beneficiaries as part of activities marking the Police Week.
The gesture, according to the command, was aimed at honouring fallen officers and providing financial support to their families.
Similarly, the Jigawa State Police Command presented N12.33m to 10 next of kin of deceased officers.
The Commissioner of Police, Haruna Alaba, said, “No amount of compensation can replace the lives lost, but this gesture demonstrates the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to the welfare of its personnel and their families, even in death.”
Across the commands, beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the support, describing it as a timely intervention that would help ease the burden left by their loved ones.
The cheque presentations, held as part of the 2026 National Police Day celebrations, highlighted the sacrifices of security personnel and reinforced the Force’s pledge to care for families of officers who died in service.
