2024-10-22

Governor AbdulRazaq Relaunches Free Transportation Scheme Amid Economic Reforms
In an effort to mitigate the economic impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration's reforms, the Kwara State Government, under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has reintroduced its free tra...

Kollington Ayinla Reveals How Nigerian Army Inspired His Music Career
Daily Trust reports that legendary Fuji musician, Kolawole Rasaq Ilori, widely known as General Kollington Ayinla, has opened up about how his stint in the Nigerian Army paved the way for his successful musical career....

Ilorin Anchor Appoints Alhaji Abdulbaki Jimoh Jabaje as New President
PrNigeria reports a key development within the Ilorin Anchor Men and Women Initiative (IAMWI), as the organisation successfully conducted its second consecutive election, resulting in the appointment of new executive m...

NDLEA, Senator Ashiru Clash Over Allegations of Corruption and Drug Discovery
The Nation reports that a heated exchange erupted between the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and Deputy Senate Leader Oyelola Ashiru over arrests linked to illicit drugs discovered at two "joints" in Kwa...

Senator Ashiru's Residence Allegedly Used for Drug Warehousing, NDLEA Says
As This Day reports, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has accused Senator Oyelola Ashiru (APC Kwara South) of using his residence to store illicit drugs, suggesting that his recent criticism of the agen...

FRSC Condemns Assault on Patrol Team at Shao Junction
As Daily Post reports, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has strongly condemned the recent attack on its patrol team during a routine operation at Shao Junction in Olooru Local Government Area of Kwara State. The in...

Governor AbdulRazaq Commences 209.77km Road Rehabilitation to Connect Agrarian Communities
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday flagged-off the construction, rehabilitation, and upgrade of rural roads totaling 209.77km, doubling down on his administration's drive to connect the state's agrar...

N5.78bn Fraud Allegation: EFCC Re-arraigns Ex-Governor Abdulfattah Ahmed
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday filed 14 fresh charges of alleged N5.78bn fraud against former Kwara State governor Abdulfattah Ahmed at the Kwara State High Court. The charges also includ...

Senator Ashiru Denies NDLEA Drug Raid Allegations as 'False
According to ChannelsTV, Senator Oyelola Ashiru's office has dismissed the allegations made by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) as "wrong and fallacious." The NDLEA had claimed that illicit drugs were f...

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...