Kingsley Fanwo
Kingsley Fanwo is a Nigerian politician and the Commissioner for Information in Kogi State. He is known for his role in communicating government policies and decisions to the public. Recently, he made headlines by announcing a ban on rallies and public gatherings in Kogi State due to security concerns, which included reports of planned violent protests. His statements reflect the government's focus on maintaining peace and security in the region amid rising tensions.
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Kingsley Fanwo announced the temporary closure of markets and motor parks as part of security operations in Kogi State.
Kogi shuts markets, parks for major security operations
Nigeria· 2026-02-09Kingsley Fanwo, Kogi state's commissioner for information, discussed the ongoing operation against bandits.
Nigeria kills '200 bandits' in operation against kidnapping gang
United Kingdom· 2026-01-13
Kogi state government spokesman Kingsley Fanwo confirmed the attack in Ejiba to the BBC.
Pastor abducted in Kogi state and a bride in SokotoUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-01
Kingsley Fanwo is the Commissioner for Information and Communications in Kogi State, assuring residents of their safety.
Kogi assures residents of safety after alleged threats – Punch NewspapersNigeria· 2025-07-14
Kingsley Fanwo outlined the achievements in infrastructural development.
Kogi pays off N98.8bn debt in 15 months, says commissionerNigeria· 2025-06-03
Kingsley Fanwo highlighted notable infrastructural developments during the briefing.
Kogi clears N98.8bn debt in 15 months, says commissionerNigeria· 2025-06-02
Kingsley Fanwo labelled Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan an 'incurable liar' and 'serial manipulator' in response to her allegations.
Natasha slams Yahaya Bello as group defends AkpabioNigeria· 2025-04-03
Kingsley Fanwo, the Kogi Commissioner for Information, labelled Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as an incurable liar.
Face your corruption trial, Natasha tackles Yahaya BelloNigeria· 2025-04-02Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, described Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's allegations as malicious.
Akpabio, Ododo tackle Natasha over assassination claimNigeria· 2025-04-02
Kingsley Fanwo is the state Commissioner for Information and Communication who condemned Akpoti-Uduaghan's allegations as reckless and malicious.
Kogi accuses Natasha of inciting violence, urges security agencies to take actionNigeria· 2025-04-01
The Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, stated that the government's actions were to prevent any form of security breach in Kogi State.
Hold Akpabio, Bello, Ododo responsible if anything happens to meNigeria· 2025-04-01
The state Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, said the move was to prevent any form of security breach that might destabilise the state.
Natasha defies Kogi rally ban, confirms Sallah visit to constituencyNigeria· 2025-04-01