One Senator. Three Regions. One State.
By Mahmoud Bala Alfa, Ph.D. Kogi State is a place of many voices, defined by its different languages, cultures, and histories that have grown side by side over time. From the East to the West, and across the Central axis, this diversity should be a source of strength. It should create balance, build understanding, and give the state a shared sense of direction that reflects the richness of its people. But, this has not fully been our experience. Over the years, what should have brought us together has taken a more complex path. Not always in ways that are loud or confrontational, but in something quieter like in how we see ourselves, how we relate to one another, and how we understand representation. The differences that should have strengthened our shared voice have instead created a subtle separation, felt more in attitude than in appearance. At the same time, it is important to acknowledge that Kogi State has not stood still. Under the leadership of His Excellency, Yahay...