2025-04-11

500 Kwara Children Trained on Digital Citizenship and Online Safety in Rural Outreach
A total of 500 children across 10 rural communities in Kwara State have been sensitized on the importance of digital citizenship and online safety, as part of a sustained effort to equip young people with the knowledge...

Kwara Education Commissioner Urges Stakeholders to Champion Quality Learning at Policy Engagement
Stakeholders in the education sector have been urged to take a central role in shaping the nation's educational future by leveraging their expertise, insights, and commitment to ensure inclusive, high-quality learning ...

Prof Yusuf Ali: The First Kuliya of Ilorin By Abubakar Imam
Without an iota of either doubt or adulation, I am of the firm conviction that His Royal Highesss, the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR, is a genius. Thi...

Kwara Govt Clarifies: No Tax Holiday, Three-Month Bonus Was Approved
The Kwara State Ministry of Tertiary Education has issued a clarification regarding recent media reports erroneously claiming the approval of a tax holiday for state workers, dismissing the claims as entirely false and...

Offa Unveils Digital Identity Project in Bid to Become Nigeria's Model Smart City by 2030
Residents of the historic town of Offa in Kwara State, in collaboration with the Offa Local Government Council, celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony for an innovative identity database initiative, named the “Omo Offa...

Historic Honour: Prof. Yusuf Ali SAN Turbanned as Ilorin's First Kuliya Ngeri
Nigeria's former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, has hailed Professor Yusuf Ali SAN as “a blessing to every community he engages with,” ahead of his historic turbaning as the 1st...

16 LGAs to Compete in Seyi Tinubu Citizens Cup for Grassroots Talent Hunt
Sixteen football teams representing each of Kwara State's 16 Local Government Areas (LGAs) have confirmed their participation in the upcoming Seyi Tinubu Citizens Cup Football Competition, scheduled to hold from 12th t...

Kwara Governor Applauds Tinubu Over APC Chief's Federal Appointment
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed his delight over the appointment of Prince Sunday Fagbemi, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, as the Governing Board Chairman of th...

KWASU Governing Council Visits Offa Palace to Console Olofa
The Chairman of the Governing Council of Kwara State University (KWASU), Professor Abdulganiyu Ambali OON, has paid tribute to the late mother of the Olofa of Offa, Alhaja Hawawu Awele Gbadamosi, describing her as an a...

KWASU Leadership Hails Prof. Ali's Philanthropy Ahead of Historic Turbaning
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council at Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, Professor Abdulganiyu Ambali OON, has lauded Professor Yusuf Ola-Olu Ali, SAN, as an extraordinary individual whose ph...

Governing Council Approves Promotions Across 7 Faculties at Kwara State University
The Governing Council of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, at its 73rd meeting on Thursday, 10th April 2025, ratified the promotion of three (3) staff to the rank of Professor and twenty-five (25) others to Assoc...

2025-04-10

Ex-NBA Lagos Chair Akangbe Hails Prof. Ali's Turbaning as Ilorin's First Kuliyan N'geri
Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN, former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch, has extended warm congratulations to Professor Yusuf Olaolu Ali, SAN, on his turbaning as the inaugural Kuliyan N'geri o...

Senator Mustapha Demands Urgent Fix for Deadly Oko-Olowo Intersection
Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, has called on the Federal Government to urgently address safety concerns at the Oko-Olowo intersection on the outskirts of Ilorin, Kwara State, fo...

?5.78bn Diversion Case: EFCC Witness Explains 2013 Kwara Loan Purpose
Alhaji Lanre Daibu, former Chairman of the Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board (KWSUBEB), testified at the Kwara State High Court on Thursday that a ?1 billion loan secured by the board in 2013 was utilised by ...

Kwara Govt Approves Three-Month Tax Relief for Workers Amid Economic Hardship
The Kwara State Government has approved a three-month tax relief for workers across the state to mitigate the effects of the current economic challenges facing Nigerians. Hajia Sa'adatu Modibbo-Kawu, Commission...

Kwara APC Slams Northern Critics Over Ojulari's Appointment as NNPCL CEO
The Elders Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State has condemned criticism by some northern groups against the appointment of Mr. Bashir Ojulari, a Kwara indigene, as Group Chief Executive Officer ...

Agbamu-Ila Orangun Road Construction Begins After 30-Year Wait
Construction has commenced on the Agbamu-Ila Orangun road, a long-awaited project hailed by residents as a fulfilment of decades-old aspirations. The development follows an inspection tour of ongoing infrastructure pro...

Kwara State Government Trains 1,800 Teachers in Digital Skills for 21st-Century Classrooms
No fewer than 1,800 primary school teachers from Kwara State's 16 Local Government Areas are undergoing a 10-day capacity-building workshop focused on digital literacy, classroom innovation, and modern teaching methodo...

Commissioner Bata Hails Ilorin South LGA's Cross-Sector Development Drive
The Kwara State Government has commissioned multi-million Naira infrastructure projects in Ilorin South Local Government Area (LGA), underscoring its commitment to grassroots development. Hon. Abubakar Abdullah...

Kwara Health Commissioner Applauds Local TB Champions in Oyun
Kwara State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, has commended the spouses of Local Government Heads for their pivotal role in combating tuberculosis (TB) across communities. The Commissioner deliv...

Be Proactive: Dr. El-Imam Urges NHF Members to Boost Local Healthcare Delivery
Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, Kwara State Commissioner for Health, has called on the 16 newly inaugurated National Health Fellows (NHF) to demonstrate proactiveness and dedication in improving healthcare delivery across the...

2025-04-09

KWASU's Research Repository Joins Prestigious African Digital Network
Kwara State University's Institutional Repository (KWASU IR) has been listed on the African Digital Research Repositories, marking a milestone in the institution's digital academic footprint. The repository ser...

Ibraheem Ghali: The Unusual Celebration of An Unassuming Public Servant By Abubakar Imam
Something unusual or extraordinary has been happening in Ilorin over the last one week. Such a thing hardly happens not just here but also elsewhere. And so, yours sincerely feels that it should not go unreported, part...

No Extensions: Pilgrims Must Pay ?8.46m by 11th April, Says Kwara Board
Alhaji Abdulkadri Abdulsalam, Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, has announced Friday, 11th April 2025 as the final deadline for all payments related to the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage for i...

Saraki Denies "Biased Claims" on 2027 Political Affiliations
Former Senate President Abubakar Bukola Saraki has vehemently denied what he termed "biased opinions and fabrications" regarding his political affiliations and associations ahead of the 2027 general elections. He urged...

Kwara Launches Gender-Balanced Agri-Committee to Boost Farmer Support
In a significant move to advance agricultural development in Kwara State, the government has inaugurated a 7-member Interim Caretaker Committee to champion farmers' interests, enhance trust in state interventions, and ...

Young Coders Unite: Kwara State Launches Tech Skills Holiday Edition
The Kwara State Government is advancing its commitment to digital education by extending its School Coding and Digital Literacy Programme into the second-term holiday period. The Holiday Edition, now active in selected...

Embrace Baseball: Sports Leader Urges Nigerian Youth Ahead of Hono League
Chief Donatus Agu Ejidike, a pillar of sports development in Nigeria, has pledged unwavering support for grassroots baseball growth, urging young Nigerians to embrace the sport's potential. Speaking at the Base...

Kwara Govt and Nigerian Army Forge Partnership to Tackle Youth Unemployment
In a bid to address youth unemployment and drive national development, the Kwara State Government has unveiled a strategic collaboration with the Nigerian Army to empower voluntary youth organisations through training ...

KWASU Forges UK Partnership with Bournemouth University for AI and Research
Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has unveiled plans to collaborate with Bournemouth University in the United Kingdom on research initiatives, joint funding opportunities, and advancements in Artificial Intellige...

Keep Waterways Clear: State Warns Against Waste as Rains Approach
As the rainy season approaches, the Kwara State Government has reiterated its warning to residents against the indiscriminate disposal of waste in waterways, drainage systems, and road medians. This measure aims to sus...

2025-04-08

Kwara Rolls Out Essential Newborn Care Training for Medical Professionals
Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, Kwara State Commissioner for Health, has urged medical professionals to prioritise the safety and well-being of mothers and newborns as a critical strategy to reduce maternal and neonatal morta...

No New Billboards: Kwara Maintains Ban but Permits Flex Updates
The Kwara State Taskforce on Billboards and Signages has announced a partial relaxation of restrictions on outdoor advertising, maintaining its ban on new billboard installations while allowing updates to existing stru...

Omar Bolaji Gambari Foundation Offers Lifeline to Ilorin Petty Traders
In an effort to alleviate economic hardship and foster grassroots development, the Omar Bolaji Gambari Foundation on Friday distributed financial aid to numerous petty traders across four major markets in Ilorin, Kwara...

No More Obstructions: Kwara Moves to Curb Expressway Accidents with New Measures
In a move to address persistent road accidents on the Oko-Olowo Expressway, the Kwara State Government has announced plans to halt commercial activities at the T-junction connecting the Ilorin-Jebba Express Road. The d...

Dry Season Crisis: Kwara Community's Turn to Sachet Water for Survival
Residents of Kwara State, particularly in the Tanke Bubu community of Ilorin, are resorting to purchasing bags of sachet water for bathing and cooking as the dry season intensifies, exacerbating a critical water shorta...

Post-Eid Pepper Price Surge Hits Ilorin Traders and Consumers
The price of pepper has surged by over 100% in many parts of Ilorin metropolis following Eid-Ul-Fitr celebrations. A visit to local Hausa pepper sellers in the Tanke community revealed that the cost of a sack of red pe...

Oke-Ode Provost Quadri Calls for Solidarity with New NNPCL GMD
Alhaji Lamidi Olarewaju Quadri, Provost of the Kwara State College of Nursing Sciences in Oke-Ode, Ifelodun Local Government Area, has called on stakeholders to rally behind the newly appointed Group Managing Director ...

Kwara South Youths Urge NNPCL Boss Ojulari to Champion Regional Development
Youths from the Kwara South Senatorial District on Monday urged the newly appointed Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engr. Bashir Ojulari, and other feder...

Missed Chances Cost Us, Sanni Rues Kwara United's Stalemate with Plateau
Kwara United's Technical Adviser, Tunde Sanni, has criticised his team's poor finishing after they were held to a goalless draw by Plateau United in Sunday's Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash at the New Jos ...