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. ...

2024-10-13

Dr Bukola Saraki Expresses Grief Over Death of Kwara PDP Chieftain Alhaji Yusuf
A prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State, Alhaji Sulaiman Yusuf, also known as Maja, has passed away. Yusuf, who died on Friday night, was laid to rest on Saturday at his Babat...

Toast to Oloyede At 70 By Tunji Adegboyega
Love or hate Prof. Ish'aq Olanrewaju Oloyede, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, and incumbent Registrar/Chief Executive of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the...

Governor AbdulRazaq: Creating Opportunities for Girls to Thrive in Business and Technology
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has reiterated his administration's commitment to creating an enabling environment for female children to realise their potential as future technocrats and business leaders...

Kwara Forms Committee to Tackle Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, Safeguard Girl-Child
According to the news gathered from Punch, the Kwara State Government has established a 21-member committee to oversee the implementation of laws aimed at addressing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and protecti...

Kwara State Government Highlights Poverty, Gender Discrimination as Contributors to Girl-Child Exploitation
Leadership reports that, the Kwara State Government has identified proper education and public awareness as key solutions to combat the exploitation of the girl-child in society. The Permanent Secretary in the ...

Kwara Completes Grassroots Engagement for 2025 Budget, Focuses on Development
As reported by Nigerian Tribune, the Kwara State Government has successfully completed its citizen engagement sessions across the three senatorial districts as part of the preparations for the 2025 budget. This...

2024-10-12

This is a personal loss — Kwara Gov Abdulrazaq Announces Death of Aviation College Chairman Captain Yusuf-Gobir
We are sad to announce the death of the Ilorin Aviation College Chairman and Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate Captain Muhammad Ahmad Yusuf-Gobir. We submit to the dictate of Allaah, who gives, nurtures, and take...

We're Attracting Investments in CNG Vehicle Conversion, Solar Power – Kwara Govt
As reported by Business Day, the Kwara State Government has announced efforts to attract investments in solar power generation and the conversion of petrol vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) power. Damilo...

Kwara Government Launches Flood Sensitisation Campaign, Urges Residents to Relocate
As reported by Daily Post, in an effort to prevent the loss of lives and property from flooding, the Kwara State Government has initiated a comprehensive awareness campaign targeting the riverine areas of the state. ...

Court Upholds Mother's Right to Custody of Children, Rejects Father's Objection
As reported by Nigerian Tribune, an Area Court in Centre-Igboro, Ilorin, Kwara State, has granted custody of four children to their mother, Olomu Ajibola, allowing her to properly care for them. The presiding j...

NOA Kwara Welcomes New State Director Following Retirement of Olusegun Adeyemi
Voice of Nigeria reports that, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has announced the appointment of Dare AbdulGaniyu as the new State Direct...

Kwara Polytechnic Launches Sale of Fresh Maize in Agricultural Sustainability Push
According to the news gathered from Voice of Nigeria, the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, located in North Central Nigeria, has officially launched the sale of its freshly harvested maize at the institution's permanen...

TAMPAN Issues Statement on Failed Concert as Portable Arrives Hours Late
An Ilorin-based hospitality centre, known as TAMPAN, has distanced itself from any responsibility regarding the recent failure of a concert involving hip-hop artist Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, and the...

IEYDA Urges Kwara Government and Property Owners to Engage in Peaceful Dialogue Over Demolitions
As reported by News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Ilorin Emirate Youth Development Association (IEYDA) has called on the Kwara State Government and property owners to engage in constructive dialogue concerning the ongoi...

2024-10-11

Sultan of Sokoto Bestows Traditional Title of 'Kuliya' on JAMB Registrar, Professor Oloyede
Leadership reports that on Thursday, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa'ad Abubakar III, bestowed the prestigious traditional title of "Kuliya of Sokoto" upon the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board ...

Kwara Pensioners Urge Governor to Implement Pension Adjustment Based on New Minimum Wage
As reported by Nigerian Tribune, members of the Kwara State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) have appealed to Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq to implement the consequential adjustment on pensions, in li...

Sultan Abubakar Urges Nigerians to Pray for Leaders During Challenging Times
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa'ad Abubakar III, on Thursday in Ilorin, called on Nigerians to continually pray for their leaders, even in challenging situations. The Sultan made this appeal during a Public Lec...

NPFL 25: Nothing Special Playing Against Kwara United - Paul Sampson
According to news gathered from BSN Sports, Abia Warriors' experienced winger, Paul Sampson, has played down the significance of facing his former club, Kwara United, BSN Sports reports. Abia Warriors are set t...

Governor AbdulRazaq Pledges N100m Support to Kaiama Boat Accident Victims
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has announced a financial support package of N100 million for the victims of the recent boat tragedy, which involved up to 200 people from the Kaiama Local Government Area....

Kwara State Completes 75 Road Projects in Q3 2024, Says Commissioner
The Kwara State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Engr Abdulquawiy Olododo, has announced significant progress in infrastructure development during the third quarter of 2024, with the completion of 75 road projects...

Goodluck Jonathan and Olufolake Abdulrazaq to Receive Honours at 2024 Afro Awards
According to news gathered from This Day, Former President Goodluck Jonathan and the wife of Kwara State Governor, Professor Olufolake Abdulrazaq, are set to be honoured at the 2024 Afro Award in Los Angeles, Californi...

Kwara Sports Commission Chairman Advocates Mandatory Sports Facilities for Schools
According to Daily Trust, the Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Bola Magaji, has called for legislation that would require schools to have sporting facilities as a condition for approval. Magaji ma...