2024-10-21

Kwara Unveils Multi-Storey Hospital Complex Prototype to Improve Healthcare Access
The Kwara State Government, under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has unveiled the prototype for a new multi-storey hospital complex being constructed at the Civil Service Clinic in Ilorin. This proj...

AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's Administration to Flag Off 209km Rural Road Projects
The Kwara State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has announced plans to officially flag off the construction of 209.77km of rural roads across the state. The project will be im...

Kwara United Stuns Kano Pillars with 1-1 Draw at Mohammed Dikko Stadium
Kwara United secured a crucial away point with a 1-1 draw against Kano Pillars during matchday 8 of the Nigeria Premier Football League, held at the Mohammed Dikko Stadium in Katsina. The Harmony Boys dominate...

Lagos Governor's Media Adviser, Gboyega Akosile, Others Bag UNILORIN Alumni Award Today
According to Leadership, the Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Adegboyega Akosile, is set to be honoured today (Monday) with the University of Ilorin Distinguished Alumni Award. This...

35 Clubs Compete in Emir's Cup Football Competition for Coronation Anniversary
As reported by Daily Trust, no fewer than 35 clubs from Ilorin and its surrounding areas are currently participating in the 2nd edition of the Emir of Ilorin Football Competition. The tournament, organized by ...

Over 200 Cases Addressed: Kwara's Renewed Commitment to Human Trafficking Eradication
As reported by Voice of Nigeria, the Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating human trafficking in the state. This was reiterated by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice...

Governor AbdulRazaq Approves Free Cancer Screenings for Kwara Citizens
The Kwara State Ministry of Health is set to commence free medical screenings across the 16 local government areas of the state, following the directive from Governor Mallam AbdulRahaman AbdulRazaq. Dr. Amina Ahmed El-...

Senator Ashiru Dismisses Claims of Deception in Kwara South Empowerment Programme
According to Leadership, Senator Lola Ashiru, representing Kwara South in the National Assembly, has denied allegations that his recent empowerment programme for women in Kwara South was a sham. The controvers...

2024-10-20

Kwara Governor Presents Staff of Office to New Elerin of Erin
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has formally presented the staff of office to Oba Adesoye Jimoh, the newly appointed Elerin of Erin in Oyun Local Government Area. During the presentation ceremony, G...

Webfala Initiative Draws Large Crowd for 2024 Kwara STEM Funfest
According to Business Day, more than 1,200 students, teachers, and exhibitors from various parts of Kwara State gathered at the Banquet Hall, Ilorin, yesterday for the 2024 Kwara STEM Funfest. The event, organised by W...

Former Kwara First Lady Leads Awareness Walk Against Breast and Cervical Cancer
As reported by Leadership, the immediate past First Lady of Kwara State, Omolewa Ahmed, organised an endurance walk on Saturday to raise awareness about breast and cervical cancers among women. Leading several women an...

TCN Explains Grid Collapse Due to Transformer Explosion at 330kV Jebba Substation
According to The Nation, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has attributed the recent collapse of the national grid to an explosion in the bus section of a current transformer at the 330kV Jebba Transmission Sub...

Gov AbdulRazaq Approves New N70,000 Minimum Wage for Workers
In a significant step to improve workers' welfare in Kwara State, His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has given approval for the new minimum wage of N70,000, as outlined by the Federal Government of Nigeria....

2024-10-19

AbdulRazaq Pays Tribute to Late APC Chieftain Abubakar Ndakene
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Friday visited Shonga in Edu local government to commiserate with the Emir, Dr Haliru Yahaya Ndanusa, and the people of the Emirate over the passing of Alhaji Abubakar Nda...

Wahab Oba: Governor AbdulRazaq Is Light Years Ahead Of Your Rejected Leader
A recent statement by Wahab Oba, a known associate of Bukola Saraki, has been widely panned as ill-informed and misguided, as reported by Leadership. In the statement, Oba attempted to draw parallels between the curren...

UNICEF Partners with RUWASSA for WASH Training Workshop
In a bid to enhance the data collection process for the Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene Baseline Survey (WASH), the Kwara State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA) has organised a one-day training ...

Senator Mustapha's Capacity Building Programme Equips Youths with Solar Power Skills
News report from Informant247 indicates that in a bid to further enhance the employability and entrepreneurial prospects of young people in his constituency, Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central at the Na...

Oja Oba Road Revamp Underway as Kwara Government Lays Asphalt
The Kwara State Government, under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has commenced the asphalt laying phase of the Post Office to Oja Oba/Emir's Road, marking a significant step in the ongoing upgrade o...

Kwara State Appoints New Monarch for Kajola Community in Oke-Ero
The Kwara State Government has appointed His Royal Highness Oba Johnson Olajide Kehinde, a Fourth Class Monarch, as the new Edemarun of the Kajola Community in Oke-Ero Local Government Area. According to the la...

2024-10-18

International Girl Child's Day: Kwara Gov Calls for Equal Opportunities
A call has gone to parents and guardians to refrain from discriminating against the girl child, stating that the girl child has equal potentials like the boy child and reassured that the State government will continue ...

AbdulRazaq Okays Urgent Construction of Box Culvert to Boost Road Safety
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the immediate construction of a Box Culvert at Asalapa Isale Banni Road to replace the old Culvert. According to a statement by the Honourable Commissioner for Works...

Al-Hikmah Teaching Hospital to Take Off at Sobi Specialist Hospital, Ilorin, as Kwara Govt Signs MoU
In a significant move aimed at improving healthcare and education in the State, the Kwara State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al-Hikmah University for the establishment of Al-Hikmah tea...

Kwara Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Road Projects in Kwara South
The Kwara State Government has reiterated its dedication to improving road infrastructure in the Kwara South senatorial district as part of its ongoing urban renewal initiative. During an inspection of ongoing...

Court Dismisses Crystal Group's Case Against Kwara State Government Over Kwara Hotel Remodelling
According to Blueprint, an Ilorin High Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Crystal Group of Companies Limited, owned by Hon. Moshood Mustapha, against the Kwara State Government concerning the remodelling of Kwara H...

Unilorin to Confer Degrees on 12,042 Students, Including 256 First-Class Honours
A total of 256 students from the University of Ilorin will graduate with first-class honours at the institution's upcoming 39th convocation. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof Wahab Egbewole (SAN), disclosed this during...

Sunshine Stars Coach Boboye Blames Overgrown Pitch for Loss to Kwara United
Report from Punch stated that sunshine Stars head coach Kennedy Boboye has attributed his team's 3-0 defeat to Kwara United in their NPFL matchday seven clash on Wednesday to the overgrown pitch at the Kwara Sports Com...

BBBF Supports Indigent Students with Scholarships Across Kwara State
According to news report from Leadership, the Bayo and Bunmi Babalola Foundation (BBBF) has awarded scholarships to over 611 students and pupils in Kwara State, with 407 beneficiaries from secondary schools and 204 fro...

Kwara Magistrates' Court Jails Family for Assault and Property Theft
A Magistrates' Court in Kwara State has sentenced six members of a family to six months imprisonment for assault, intimidation, and the theft of property belonging to Mr. Ajayi Oluwafemi, the husband of their daughter,...

Eateries Closed in Ilorin Over Environmental Violations
As reported by the Daily Post, the Kwara State government has ordered the closure of several eateries that failed to meet required environmental standards. This action, aimed at safeguarding the health and well...

Zakat and Sadaqat Foundation Supports 100 Indigent Students in Kwara State
As reported by the Nigerian Tribune, the Zakat and Sadaqat Foundation (ZSF) has distributed school bags and writing materials to underprivileged students in Kwara State. Around 100 students from 10 primary and ...