The House of Representatives Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Abdullah Ibrahim Halima has disclosed that the proposed Okura State has met all constitutional requirements for it to be created.

Halima sated this in his office after he was honoured for his commitment to the creation of Okura State in Abuja on Tuesday, revealing that the processes has progressed 50% completion.

He expressed the firm belief that the legal instruments being put together will bring the State to fruition, stressing that in the parliament, they are empowered to make laws and in doing so, the creation of Okura State will be in consonance with the laws of the federation.

Speaking to journalists after the Unity Star TV Africa honoured him for his commitment to the creation of Okura State, Halima said it was by the grace of God that hos work was recognized.

He noted. “This is not just an award; it is a recognition of performance and a call to do even more for the people of Kogi State—not just for the Igala alone.

“Whatever I have achieved so far, I have not done it alone. I have done it in partnership with my dedicated team—my staff, who have worked tirelessly and cooperated to ensure our collective success.

“Together, we have soared, and for that, I am grateful to God and my wonderful team.

“As you know, legislation involves making laws, but beyond that, a leader must go the extra mile to empower the people.

Employment creation is crucial, not just directly from my office, but also through meaningful connections. We have made significant strides in this regard, providing lasting support to our people.

“Sometimes, offering someone a permanent and pensionable job is even more impactful than giving grants to 3,000 or 5,000 people. I recall one beneficiary who told me.

“You have given me unfinished food,” expressing his gratitude for the lifelong opportunity. These moments bring me great joy, and I thank God for using me to serve my constituents, the entire Igala land, and Kogi State as a whole.

“However, the impact of my legislative efforts is not limited to the Igala people alone. The laws I propose and follow through to conclusion benefit the entire state and even the country.

“For instance, we are in the final stages of establishing a Federal Medical Center for Ankpa Federal Constituency. This facility will not be for Igala alone—it will serve everyone, including the Igbos, Yorubas, and other ethnic groups.

“That is the essence of good governance, creating policies and institutions that serve all Nigerians. I thank God for this opportunity and appreciate those who have seen the light in my efforts.”

The lawmaker who represented Ankpa/Omala/Olamaboro Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives said though, the Bill to create Okura State was one of his most celebrated bills, he was aware of skeptics and critics of the bill.

He noted that they are kilometres ahead of critics, who he said are speaking from their level of knowledge and who are entitled to their opinions.

Halima said,: “One of my most celebrated bills today is the proposal for the creation of a new state.

“Understandably, there was skepticism, particularly from some of our Idoma-speaking brothers who doubted its feasibility.

“My message to them is simple: law is law. A bill is proposed and followed through to its conclusion. Perhaps past attempts have led to doubt, but as of today, we have already made significant progress about 50% of the way.

“Our focus now is to meet the constitutional requirements, and we are working diligently towards that goal. By the grace of God, we are making steady progress, and we will achieve it.

“Let me clarify: our demand for state creation is not out of suppression. The Igalas have ruled Kogi State for nearly 16 years, and governance has rotated among different groups.

“However, the creation of a new state would reduce the cycle of political rotation, allowing for more opportunities for our people. It is not about tribalism, sectionalism, or zoning, it is about development.”

Kogi Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has applauded former Governor of Ekiti Kayode Fayemi for standing for the truth, having denied there was no time the she accused him of sexual harassment.

Taking to her FB account, Senator Natasha thanked Fayemi for standing out for truth.

But netizens did not spare Senator Cyril Fasuyi who they alleged concocted the lie.

Hear Senator Natasha;

“Thank you H.E. @kfayemi for speaking the truth out. My activity during his time as a minister was strictly an advocacy to revive Ajaokuta steel company.

“Shame unto Senator Cyril Fasuyi for lying against me right in the hallowed chambers while quoting the bible.

Indeed, God is patient.

Senator @natashaakpoti Uduaghan
Kogi central.

See reactions below :

God is delivering you from the hands of wicked and unreasonable men both in the chamber and outside the chamber……The truth will always prevail

Thank God the good people of Kogi State recognize n love you as ours…. indeed God is patient if not, many for kpai instantly for lying against God’s choosing one.

Dear Natasha H Akpoti I don’t really know you and I don’t fully support you either, but you see that Cyril Fasuyi, I want to advise you not to take the word of that Cyril Fasuyi.

He’s a useless and incompetent senator who was brought to us by the APC government. He has no meaningful impact in his constituency till date.

Worry not, this is his only term as a senator, as he will never win any election in Ekiti North again.

Your Excellency Ma, you are one of the few Senators doing well at the National Assembly at the moment Ma. May it occur to you that, Kogi and indeed Nigeria is Proud of your outstanding performance and Capacity and are looking forward to seeing you do more for the Constituents.

May this very issue, as bad and sad as it may be, not come to serve and fulfill its purpose of distracting your good intentions for your people to drive away the zeal.

May God almighty in his infinite Mercies and wisdom grant all of you the Divine Providence and Grace to come to terms with each other and return to round table discussion for the greater Nigeria of our Dreams Amen.

Long live our beloved Mother Dist Sen Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan,
Long Live Nigerian Senate,
Long Live Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Hon Stephen Suega TseAgu is the Chairman APC Media Team Vandeikya Local Government area of Benue State.🙏🙏

Your grace is high. God is with you. We appreciate a good prince that God gave you as a crown over your head. May God reward him abundantly. Let no man underestimates you. You would always triumph in the mix of lies and gang ups. May God guide, protect and show you more ways to teach these men hard lessons. They think they can bewildered you and scuttled your good work, intelligent and productive representation of kogi central senatorial people and Nigerians. We are with you in prayers, by God’s grace. All their evil plans, weapons shall fail them🙏🏻💞.

Our amiable senator Natasha H akpoti, Senator Cyril Fasuyi didn’t say you sexually harass former Gov Fayemi he said you accused him of selling Ajaokuta steel company that till today Ajaokuta is still federal govt property. Pls stop Feeding us with lies. We are still supporting you don’t need to tell us lies. We all heard the senator’s speech.

A lot of people want to use what you have to get want you want like i always said, whoever fight with Grace will be disgrace, Allah Rahma. Always Ozi anebra Oboro.

He quoted the Bible just so he can fabricate a lie. His intel had a network failure. 😀😀😀 so much for a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Dear Distinguished Senator Natasha H Akpoti, you have overcome so much already and I know you have the strength to get through this. Every challenge is an opportunity to grow stronger.
Don’t give up, you are making a difference.
❤️❤️❤️

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, arrived in Milan, Italy, today, ahead of a series of official engagements, particularly meeting with the President of Lombardy Region, Attilio Fontana.

The Minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, said in a statement in Milan, on Wednesday, that Wike departed Abuja on Tuesday night, and arrived in Milan at about 4:30am today, and was received by the Charge d’Affairs of the Embassy of Nigeria in Italy, Ambassador Mustapha Mohammed.

In a statement by Lere Olayinka Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister (Public Communications and Social Media) said “while in Milan, the FCT Minister will hold a meeting with the President of Lombardy Region on Thursday, and also meet agribusiness investors.”

Lombardy is adjudged as the first region of Italy in terms of economic importance, with population of about 10 million people. It is the second most populous region of the European Union (EU) and the second region of the European Union by nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

“The FCT Minister’s meeting with Attilio Fontana will center on seeking collaboration and evaluating possible prospects in the areas of Agriculture and Vocational Education, as well as strategic development partners with the Lombardy Region.

“Subsequently, Wike will meet investors in agribusiness and experts in vocational training, with a view to unlock new opportunities.

“The FCT Mandate Secretaries for Education, Dr. Danlami Hayyo and Mandate Secretary for Agriculture and Rural Development, Lawan Geidam, as well as Senior Special Assistant on Administration, Dr. Udo Samuel Atang and Senior Special Assistant on Legal and Multilateral Cooperation, Barrister Benedict Daudu, accompanied the Minister on the trip.”