2024-10-17

Kwara Governor Praises Prof. Suleiman's Contributions to Democracy on His Birthday
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has extended his warmest congratulations to the Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Olanrewaju Suleima...

Nigeria Governors' Forum Sends Condolences to Jigawa over Fatal Tanker Explosion
The Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of 105 individuals in the petrol tanker explosion that occurred on Tuesday in Majia town, Jigawa State. The Forum extended its heartfel...

Gov Abdulrazaq Greets Dr. Kamoru Yusuf at Birthday
Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq joins family, friends, and associates to celebrate Dr Kamoru Yusuf, chairman of KAM Holdings Limited, on his birthday today, October 16, 2024. The Governor says Dr. Kamoru Yusuf h...

Governor AbdulRazaq's 2024 Intervention Benefits Rogun Rice Farmers in Patigi
As reported by the Kwara State Government on X handle, Kwara State boasts over 100 farm clusters, spanning from 20 hectares to 5,000 hectares, with the Rogun Cluster in Patigi being one of the largest at over 5,000 hec...

World Food Day: Women Farmers in Kwara Encouraged to Expand Farming for Food Security
Women farmers in Kwara State have been urged to engage in various government agricultural development programmes aimed at helping them transition from small-scale to large-scale farming, thereby contributing to nationa...

Kwara Courts Sentence Six to Prison for Internet Fraud
According to a report from Daily Trust, the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) secured the convictions on Monday, 14th October 2024, before Justices Sulaiman Akanbi and Adeb...

Abdulbaqi: In praise of UNILORIN'S first female professor of mass communication By Oladeinde Olawoyin
One memorable afternoon in my final year at the University of Ilorin, I was walking down the popular walkway around the varsity's faculty of arts and my mind wandered aimlessly through a myriad of issues. As the clock ...

2024-10-16

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq: Changing the Narratives in Kwara Tertiary Institutions
No doubt the Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq led administration is changing the narrative by rising up to the challenges facing tertiary institutions in the State with utmost priority. You would recall that sho...

Governor AbdulRazaq Leading the Charge on Social Intervention Programmes, Alleviates Poverty to Boost Economy
In a report from Kwara State Government Facebook Page, the ongoing global challenge of poverty, particularly in the West African region, with Nigeria being a focal point. Poverty remains a critical issue affecting mill...

Governor AbdulRazaq, Nigerian Air Force Launch Operation to Secure Ogbomosho-Ilorin Highway
The Kwara State Government, under Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, in collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force 303 Composite Group (303 CG), has launched Operation Alanu Tide (OAT), an initiative aimed at combating i...

3,400 Rice Farmers in Kwara Benefit from Government Empowerment Scheme
According news report from This Day, the Kwara State Government has empowered 3,400 rice farmers in a bid to enhance food security for the state's population. The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Develop...

Orphanage Stakeholders Call for Compassionate Strategy in Addressing Street Children
As reported by Nigerian Tribune the stakeholders in orphanages have urged all tiers of government to adopt a pragmatic approach in addressing the issue of street children rather than resorting to the use of force. ...

Three Officers to Face Trial After Dismissal Over Student Killing in Kwara
Punch reports that the Kwara State Police Command has announced its intention to prosecute the three police officers found guilty of the killing of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, an ND II student of the Kwara State Polytech...

Federal House Committee Visits Federal Polytechnic Offa, Pledges Support for Educational Improvements
According to Voice of Nigeria, the Federal House of Representatives Committee on Federal Polytechnics and Higher Technical Education, as part of its legislative oversight duties, paid a visit to the Federal Polytechnic...

Kwara Build Co-Founder Urges Youth to Embrace Legitimate Internet Opportunities, Not Cybercrime
Daily Trust reports that Kamaldeen Kehinde, a tech expert and co-founder of Kwara Build, has urged youths nationwide to leverage legitimate internet opportunities for personal growth rather than resorting to cybercrime...

2024-10-15

IHS Nigeria Sponsors Art Hackathon Ahead of Ilorin Innovation Hub Launch
News from TechEconomy reports that IHS Nigeria, a subsidiary of IHS Holding Limited ("IHS Towers"), is sponsoring an Art Hackathon as part of the lead-up to the commissioning of the Ilorin Innovation Hub. This initiati...

Prof. Oloyede Warns Against Unchecked Use of AI in Education
News from Unilorin Bulletin reports that former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin and current Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Olanrewaju Oloyede, CON, has cautio...

Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin: The Death Of An Apostle Of Simplicity By Abubakar Imam
Over the weekend, Ilorin, "the renowned sanctuary of saints, scholars and soldiers" was thrown into deep mourning. This was due to the losses of two of its prominent sons, among others, in quick succession. By the date...

IEDPU Pays Condolence Visit to Emir of Ilorin Over Losses, Mourns Sarkin Gobir and Ambassador Ghazali
According to Royal News, the national leadership of the Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU) paid a condolence visit to the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji (Dr) ...

Kwara United Coach Sanni Reflects on Defeat, Cites Unlucky Loss Against Abia Warriors
Daily Post reports that Kwara United head coach, Tunde Sanni, attributed their 1-0 loss to Abia Warriors to bad luck. The lone goal by Sunday Megwo secured victory for Abia Warriors in the matchday 6 fixture held at th...

AbdulRazaq Warns Against Girl-Child Discrimination, Reiterates State Commitment to Empowerment
As reported by Punch News, the Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has called on parents and guardians to desist from discriminating against the girl-child, reiterating that girls have the same potenti...

KWASU Condemns Student Protest Over Exam Venue Change, Labels It Unjustified
Daily Post reports that the Management of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has condemned the protest staged by students from its Study Centre at the Kwara State College of Arabic and Islamic Legal Studies (CAILS...

Senator Saliu Mustapha Launches Four-Day Medical Outreach in Kwara Central
Voice of Nigeria reports that Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central, has launched a four-day medical outreach for rural communities within his senatorial district. The initiative, which began at Oke-Oyi ma...

Kwara Police Dismiss Three Officers Over Death of Polytechnic Student
As reported by Nigerian Tribune, the Kwara State Police Command has dismissed three officers implicated in the death of Kwara State Polytechnic student, Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola. According to the command's Police Publi...

Justice Served: Courts Sentence Internet Fraudsters and Unlicensed Bureau De Change Operator
Daily Post reports that Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court sitting in Ilorin has sentenced Yakubu Aminu to 200 hours of community service for engaging in bureau de change activities without a valid lic...

2024-10-14

Governor AbdulRazaq Mourns APC Chieftain, Marafan Shonga, Alhaji Abubakar Ndakene
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Kwara All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain and Marafan Shonga, Alhaji Abubakar Ndakene. The Governor extended his heartfelt co...

Prof. Ali Ahmad Extends Condolences to Emir of Ilorin Over Sarki Gobir's Death
Royal News reports that the Speaker of the 8th Kwara State House of Assembly, Prof. Ali Ahmad, has extended his deepest sympathies to the Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, following the death of Captain Muh...

Kwara Govt to Build Independent Power Plant, Aims to Boost Economy and Jobs
Leadership highlights that the Kwara State Government has revealed plans to construct an Independent Power Plant (IPP) aimed at generating electricity for both sale and utility purposes. The state's Commissione...

GSS Ilorin's Standards Have Dropped Tremendously, Says SAN Ibiwoye
This Day reports that Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and National President of the Government Secondary School (GSS) Ilorin Old Boys Association, Chief Sheni Ibiwoye (SAN), expressed his deep concern over the challen...

Kwara FA to Sanction Clubs Over Breach of Football Regulations
According to Punch, the Kwara State Football Association has announced its intention to sanction clubs and affiliated organisations that fail to comply with football administration regulations, particularly concerning ...

Gunmen in Army Uniform Invade Kwara Community, One Killed, Another Injured
Punch reports that an unidentified individual was tragically killed, and another person injured last Thursday when gunmen, reportedly dressed in army uniforms, stormed the Oreke-Okegbo community in Ifelodun Local Gover...

Kwara Police Hold Strategic Meeting with Local Leaders to Strengthen Security Coordination
Voice of Nigeria reports that Kwara State Police Commissioner, Victor Olaiya, has initiated a high-level strategic security meeting to address ongoing security challenges and enhance coordination across the state. ...