2024-08-27

Emir of Ilorin Officially Turbans Alhaji Ajumobi as 11th Magaji of Olohunoje Family
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, officially turbaned Alhaji Abdulraheem Ayinla Ajumobi Olohunoje as the 11th Magaji (Head) of the Olohunoje family worldwide during a ceremony held over the weekend in th...

Former Kwara House Majority Leader Calls for Splitting Moro LGA into Three
As reported by The Punch, a Second Republic Majority Leader in the Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon. Wole Oke, has advocated for the creation of three distinct local government areas from the existing Moro Local Gove...

Igbomina Youth Assembly Lauds Kwara Government for Development Initiatives and Strategic Appointments
As highlighted by the Nigerian Tribune, members of the Igbomina Youth Assembly (IYA), the umbrella socio-cultural organisation representing all Igbomina youths and youth groups in Igbominaland, have praised the current...

Governor AbdulRazaq Reaffirms Commitment to World Bank Partnership for Kwara's Irrigation Farming
As reported by New Telegraph, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to partnering with the World Bank on irrigation farming initiatives within the State. The...

MINILS DG Calls for Enhanced Knowledge in Reform Management to Tackle Nigeria's Economic Crisis
As reported by The Sun, amid the federal government's intensified efforts to reset the country's economic fortunes, a call has been made for a sustainable improvement in mass knowledge regarding the implementation and ...

Steel Distributors Union Commends Reps' Efforts to Regulate Substandard Iron Rods
As highlighted by Vanguard, the Iron Rod and Steel Distributors Employers of Nigeria (IRSDEUN) has reassured the National Assembly of its unwavering commitment to supporting efforts aimed at eliminating substandard ste...

Foundation offers free surgical repair of cleft-lips for children
According to news gathered by the Voice of Nigeria, the Smile Train Foundation, in collaboration with the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), is offering free surgical repairs for children in Kwara who are a...

Kwara Government Promotes Girl Child Education Ahead of New Academic Session
With the new academic session approaching, the Kwara State government has launched a girl child education awareness campaign across the state, highlighting the AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq administration's dedication to enha...

Kwara Governor Applauds Appointment of Ambassador Mohammed and Adeola Ajayi as Heads of NIA and DSS
As reported by the Kwara State Government Facebook page, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has extended his warm congratulations to the newly appointed Directors-General of the National Intelligence Agency (N...

2024-08-26

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo Praises Kwara's Squash Success, Urges Other Governors to Invest in Sports
The 6th edition of the Olusegun Obasanjo National Squash Championship has been concluded in fanfare with the Kwara State squash team claiming 2 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals, underscoring Kwara's unparalleled rec...

Family of Man Whose Wife Gave Birth to 11 Babies Seeks Assistance
The family of Mr. Yahaya Imam Nafiu, whose wife, Chognika Latoyossi Alake, gave birth to 11 babies, has cried out for assistance, as reported by Daily Trust. Nafiu hails from Onik?k? Compound, Popo Giwa, Ilorin...

Stakeholders Hail Governor's Achievements Ahead of Local Elections in Kwara
Kwara State's All Progressives Congress (APC) launched its chairmanship and councillorship campaigns in Irepodun Local Government over the weekend, as reported by The Nation. At the event, stakeholders expresse...

Former Kwara Grand Khadi Commends Appointment of New Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria
As reported by Voice of Nigeria, the former Grand Khadi of the Kwara State Shariah Court of Appeal, Justice Idris Haroon, has praised the swearing-in of the new acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Ke...

Professor Kilani Olusuyi Inaugurated as President of Unilorin Alumni Association
As reported by Leadership, professor Kilani Olusuyi was inaugurated yesterday as the President of the University of Ilorin Alumni Association. Olusuyi's election as the new leader followed the association's nat...

Emir of Ilorin Celebrates Sultan of Sokoto's 68th Birthday, Hails His Dedication to Peace
According to news report from Voice of Nigeria, the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Sultan of Sokoto an...

Governor AbdulRazaq Applauds Kwara-Born Para-Badminton Star's Global Success
According to news gathered from Leadership, kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has applauded the exceptional ascent of Nigeria's para-badminton star, Eniola Bolaji Mariam, who has risen to second place in th...

2024-08-25

Kwara State Concludes Capacity-Building Training for Community-Based Organizations
The Kwara State Government has concluded a three-day capacity-building training for community-based organizations (CBOs), urging citizens to support public projects and programmes to foster inclusive growth and sustain...

Mai-Martaba Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari Pays Tribute to Late Alhaji Yunusa Muhammadu Danyaya
According to news report from Royal News, the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has commiserated with the entire people of Ning...

Pro-Democracy Group Launches POP2027 to Shape Future Kwara Administration
A Pro-Democracy group, Kwara Must Change, has established a think tank to create a policy document for the post "O to ge" administration, which it refers to as the Post Otoge Project (POP2027, as reported by The Punch ...

Governor AbdulRazaq Mourns Dr. Omoloso, Praises His Public Service Legacy
As reported by Royal News, kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has extended his condolences to the family of Dr. Rahim Kajogbola Omoloso, the former General Manager of Radio Kwara and former Editor of the Heral...

Mai-Tangale Mourns Emir of Ningi, Describes Loss as Irreplaceable
As reported by Royal News, the Mai-Tangale, Malam Muhammad Danladi Sanusi Maiyamba IV, has expressed his condolences following the passing of the Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Yunusa Danyaya, who passed away on Sunday. ...

2024-08-24

Kwara State Government Renovates NYSC Orientation Camp Sewage System
In keeping with its promises to the National Youth Service Corps, the Kwara State Government has embarked on a comprehensive renovation of the sewage system at the NYSC orientation camp in Yikpata, Edu Local Government...

Kwara United FC Unveils 17 New Players Ahead of New League Season
The Management of Kwara United Football Club Ilorin has unveiled seventeen fresh players who will join the eighteen existing ones in preparation for the new league season. The management also commended Governor AbdulRa...

Kwara State Government Vows to Improve Workforce Well-Being and Support Sustainable Development Goals
The Kwara State Government has affirmed its commitment to enhancing the well-being of its workforce and creating an environment where they can live decently after retirement, as reported by Punch. The governmen...

Former Kwara State Women's Affairs Commissioner to Lead Think Tank on Future Governance
Dr. Mopelola Abdulmalik Bashir, the immediate past commissioner for Women's Affairs in Kwara State, has been appointed to lead a think tank tasked with developing a policy document on the future of politics and governa...

Kwara State Cracks Down on Illegal Dumping Site, Arrests Police Inspector and Waste Collector
The Kwara State Ministry of Environment and Forestry has announced the arrest of a police inspector and a waste collector for allegedly operating an illegal dumping site discovered last Thursday in Ilorin, the state ca...

First Lady of Kwara State Advocates for Women's Empowerment and Rights
The Wife of the Kwara State Governor, Ambassador Olufolake AbdulRazaq, has underscored the significance of economic empowerment, personal development, and political participation as key factors in the growth and advanc...