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2015-10-28
Saraki's trial political - Kanti Bello
Senator Kanti Bello, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in this chat examined a number of happenings in the polity. What is your take on the ap pointment of Prof. Mahmood Yakubu as INEC Chairm...
Senator Kanti Bello, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in this chat examined a number of happenings in the polity. What is your take on the ap pointment of Prof. Mahmood Yakubu as INEC Chairm...
OPINION: The crisis of unpaid salaries.
By Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia
One of the most solemn oaths any citizen could take will be one that charges him/her to lead his/her compatriots and to protect their rights faithfully. This solemn oath is not to be treated with levity. For I believe tha...
One of the most solemn oaths any citizen could take will be one that charges him/her to lead his/her compatriots and to protect their rights faithfully. This solemn oath is not to be treated with levity. For I believe tha...
Air Peace to Commence Operation in Ilorin December
Air Peace airline, one of Nigeria domestic airlines operating commercial flight has concluded plans to start flying from Ilorin to Enugu by December this year. With the commencement of the airline operation i...
Air Peace airline, one of Nigeria domestic airlines operating commercial flight has concluded plans to start flying from Ilorin to Enugu by December this year. With the commencement of the airline operation i...
Legislators recall suspended council chair in Kwara
The 13-member legislative council of Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State who suspended the council chairman, Mr. Abdulmaaruf Abdullahi Thanni, for three months over alleged misappropriation of funds has lifted th...
The 13-member legislative council of Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State who suspended the council chairman, Mr. Abdulmaaruf Abdullahi Thanni, for three months over alleged misappropriation of funds has lifted th...
Kwara establishes refuse sites amid growing population
Kwara State government has established dump sites in several sites in view of the increasing population in the state and consequent escalation in refuse generation in the capital. These have been set up in Il...
Kwara State government has established dump sites in several sites in view of the increasing population in the state and consequent escalation in refuse generation in the capital. These have been set up in Il...
Ilorin Emir Condoles Katsina Over Dogarai's Death
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has commiserated with the entire people of Katsina Emirate Council over the death of its Sarkin Dogarai, Alhaji Hamisu Mamman, in an auto crash. Mamman, who di...
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has commiserated with the entire people of Katsina Emirate Council over the death of its Sarkin Dogarai, Alhaji Hamisu Mamman, in an auto crash. Mamman, who di...
HID Awolowo, Nigeria's invaluable jewel - Kwara gov
GOVERNOR Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State has praised the complementary role of Chief Hannah Idowu Dideolu Awolowo in building a model family and a global household name with her husband, the sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. ...
GOVERNOR Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State has praised the complementary role of Chief Hannah Idowu Dideolu Awolowo in building a model family and a global household name with her husband, the sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. ...
Ncf To Hold Zonal Male, Female Cricket Championships In November
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) on Tuesday said it would hold zonal cricket championships for the senior male and female categories in five of the country's six geo-political zones. Musa Ehizoje, the fed...
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) on Tuesday said it would hold zonal cricket championships for the senior male and female categories in five of the country's six geo-political zones. Musa Ehizoje, the fed...
10TH Lubcon Principals Cup final holds today
The final match of the 10th edition of Lubcon Principals Cup soccer competition among secondary schools in Kwara state comes up today (Wednesday) at the Main-Bowl of the state stadium complex, beginning from 3.00pm....
The final match of the 10th edition of Lubcon Principals Cup soccer competition among secondary schools in Kwara state comes up today (Wednesday) at the Main-Bowl of the state stadium complex, beginning from 3.00pm....
Saraki urges Ooni to work for national unity
Abubakar Bukola Saraki, congratulated the newly selected Ooni of Ife-designate, Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi and advised him to concentrate on further solidifying the role of the Yoruba people in national unity....
Abubakar Bukola Saraki, congratulated the newly selected Ooni of Ife-designate, Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi and advised him to concentrate on further solidifying the role of the Yoruba people in national unity....
Students cheat death in Ilorin auto crash
For divine providence, students identified to be of Kwara State Polytechnic on Monday afternoon narrowly escaped death in Ilorin when a commercial vehicle conveying them collided with another vehicle. It was ga...
For divine providence, students identified to be of Kwara State Polytechnic on Monday afternoon narrowly escaped death in Ilorin when a commercial vehicle conveying them collided with another vehicle. It was ga...
Water corporation staff protest non-payment of salary in Kwara
Staff of Kwara State Water Corporation, Ilorin, yesterday protested the non-payment of their four months salaries. It was gathered that the staff are being owed July to October salaries. The workers are...
Staff of Kwara State Water Corporation, Ilorin, yesterday protested the non-payment of their four months salaries. It was gathered that the staff are being owed July to October salaries. The workers are...
Why PMB Must Intervene In Saraki, Tinubu Feud - Salman
Senator Ishaq Adebayo Salman was the deputy minority leader in the 4th Senate, between 2001- 2003. He tells ABDULLAHI OLESIN in this interview why leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) mus...
Senator Ishaq Adebayo Salman was the deputy minority leader in the 4th Senate, between 2001- 2003. He tells ABDULLAHI OLESIN in this interview why leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) mus...
2015-10-27
KWHA to Work With Executive on People Oriented Projects
Kwara State 8th Legislature says it will work closely with the executive in making policies and programs that would have positive impact on the people. Speaker of the State House of Assembly Dr Ali Ahmad stated thi...
Kwara State 8th Legislature says it will work closely with the executive in making policies and programs that would have positive impact on the people. Speaker of the State House of Assembly Dr Ali Ahmad stated thi...
FAAC Drop: Gov Ahmed establishes committee on LG revenue
The Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has approved the establishment of a Local Government Stakeholders Committee to fashion out new strategies for managing local government revenues in view of dwindling fe...
The Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has approved the establishment of a Local Government Stakeholders Committee to fashion out new strategies for managing local government revenues in view of dwindling fe...
Rotary to conduct free cleft lip surgery for children - Omotosho
MDr. Mike Omotosho is the governor, Rotary International, District 9125, covering 23 states of the country, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In this interview, he spoke on the club's effort in eradicating polio...
MDr. Mike Omotosho is the governor, Rotary International, District 9125, covering 23 states of the country, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In this interview, he spoke on the club's effort in eradicating polio...
Buhari should save APC from factionalisation - Sen. Adebayo
*Urges President to settle rift between Saraki and Tinubu Senator Salman Adebayo, a medical doctor, was the Deputy Senate Minority Leader of the ANPP during the 4th Senate. In a chat with Vanguard in Ilorin, ...
*Urges President to settle rift between Saraki and Tinubu Senator Salman Adebayo, a medical doctor, was the Deputy Senate Minority Leader of the ANPP during the 4th Senate. In a chat with Vanguard in Ilorin, ...
Why former govs are supporting Saraki -Aliero
Former governor of Kebbi State Senator Muhammad Adamu Aliero yesterday opened up on why former governors at the Senate are supporting the Senate President, Bukola Saraki. Daily Trust reports that Senator Ahme...
Former governor of Kebbi State Senator Muhammad Adamu Aliero yesterday opened up on why former governors at the Senate are supporting the Senate President, Bukola Saraki. Daily Trust reports that Senator Ahme...
NDIC, CBN, EFCC RALLY ON IMPERATIVES OF E- PAYMENT SECURITY, EFFICIENCY
As electronic payment (e-payment) fraud continues to be on the increase in Nigeria as the years roll by, experts have projected that with intensified collaborative efforts of financial sector operators, regulatory auth...
As electronic payment (e-payment) fraud continues to be on the increase in Nigeria as the years roll by, experts have projected that with intensified collaborative efforts of financial sector operators, regulatory auth...
Pass Through Insurance Cover Allays Subscribers of Mmos Fears
Subscribers of Mobile Money Operators who have been deterred by insecurity and theft armed robbery of the mobile money agents have been covered by the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) through the pass thro...
Subscribers of Mobile Money Operators who have been deterred by insecurity and theft armed robbery of the mobile money agents have been covered by the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) through the pass thro...
Beware of Phishing mails - GT Bank BOSS warns customers
The banking public especially customers of Guarantee Trust Bank Plc, have been urged to be wary over the antics of electronic fraudsters and cyber criminals as they gamble with customers details by sending scam and phi...
The banking public especially customers of Guarantee Trust Bank Plc, have been urged to be wary over the antics of electronic fraudsters and cyber criminals as they gamble with customers details by sending scam and phi...
Offa kingdom honours President Mahama
The Offa Kingdom of the Kwara State of Nigeria has conferred an honorary chieftaincy title on President John Dramani Mahama at a ceremony at the palace of the Olofa of Offa. The title, AARE ATOLASE OF OFFA KI...
The Offa Kingdom of the Kwara State of Nigeria has conferred an honorary chieftaincy title on President John Dramani Mahama at a ceremony at the palace of the Olofa of Offa. The title, AARE ATOLASE OF OFFA KI...
22-year-old housemaid remanded for stealing N7m valuables
A 22-year-old housemaid, David Mary who works for one Hajia Bilikisu Gambari, has been remanded by a Lagos State magistrates' court sitting in Apapa-Wharf for allegedly stealing her madam's property valued at N7m, Punc...
A 22-year-old housemaid, David Mary who works for one Hajia Bilikisu Gambari, has been remanded by a Lagos State magistrates' court sitting in Apapa-Wharf for allegedly stealing her madam's property valued at N7m, Punc...
Again, NASS salivates for immunity
The lingering controversy on the need or otherwise for the Senate President and his deputy; Speaker of the House of Representatives and his deputy; and, perhaps, the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) to be shielded with t...
The lingering controversy on the need or otherwise for the Senate President and his deputy; Speaker of the House of Representatives and his deputy; and, perhaps, the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) to be shielded with t...
2015-10-26
Saraki congratulates Unilorin @ 40
The Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has congratulated the University of Ilorin on its 40th anniversary, saying the institution has, in the past four decades, produced several "vibrant minds", who are ...
The Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has congratulated the University of Ilorin on its 40th anniversary, saying the institution has, in the past four decades, produced several "vibrant minds", who are ...
Deposed Offa Monarch Slammed For Misinforming Public
One of the ruling Houses to the Olofa of Offa throne in Offa Local Government Area of Kwara State, Olugbense, has asked the deposed Offa monarch, Alhaji Mohammed M. Gbadamosi, to stop misinforming the public. ...
One of the ruling Houses to the Olofa of Offa throne in Offa Local Government Area of Kwara State, Olugbense, has asked the deposed Offa monarch, Alhaji Mohammed M. Gbadamosi, to stop misinforming the public. ...
We are proud of Unilorin - Akinkugbe, Ahmed, NUC
The first Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Oladipo Akinkugbe, has rejoiced with the institution on the singular distinction of being one of the best universities in the country today. The oc...
The first Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Oladipo Akinkugbe, has rejoiced with the institution on the singular distinction of being one of the best universities in the country today. The oc...
Buhari hails Unilorin's academic stability, physical growth - As 69 graduates bag First Class
President Muhammadu Buhari has showered encomiums on the University of Ilorin on its academic stability, quality education and unprecedented infrastructural development. The President, who gave the commendation last F...
President Muhammadu Buhari has showered encomiums on the University of Ilorin on its academic stability, quality education and unprecedented infrastructural development. The President, who gave the commendation last F...
Opinion: When will Ekweremadu sit on Saraki's seat? By Ismail Mudashir
Senator Ike Ekweremadu made profit from the division in the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Upper Chamber to emerge as the number two senator in the country. Our correspondent looks into how Ekweremadu, a chieft...
Senator Ike Ekweremadu made profit from the division in the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Upper Chamber to emerge as the number two senator in the country. Our correspondent looks into how Ekweremadu, a chieft...
"Saraki is a guinea pig" - Shehu Sani
Senator representing Kaduna Central at the Senate, Shehu Sani, has opined that the current travails of Senate President Bukola Saraki is because of his position and future plans for 2019. Shehu Sani, who spok...
Senator representing Kaduna Central at the Senate, Shehu Sani, has opined that the current travails of Senate President Bukola Saraki is because of his position and future plans for 2019. Shehu Sani, who spok...
CCT trial: APC members tormenting Saraki - Senator Sani
The senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani has stated that Senate President Bukola Saraki's trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal was fueled by those who see him as a threat in 2019. ...
The senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani has stated that Senate President Bukola Saraki's trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal was fueled by those who see him as a threat in 2019. ...
Nigeria's death toll rises to 222
The number of Nigerian pilgrims who died as a result of the September 24 stampede in Mina, Saudi Arabia, has gone up to 222 even as Sokoto and Kano states still top the list of casualties. An official of the National ...
The number of Nigerian pilgrims who died as a result of the September 24 stampede in Mina, Saudi Arabia, has gone up to 222 even as Sokoto and Kano states still top the list of casualties. An official of the National ...
Polio: Ahmed Tasks Parents On Vaccination Of Wards
Kwara State Governor, Dr. Abdulfatah Ahmed, has called on mothers and care-givers to make their under-five children available for vaccination as often as required. Speaking at the inauguration of polio walk t...
Kwara State Governor, Dr. Abdulfatah Ahmed, has called on mothers and care-givers to make their under-five children available for vaccination as often as required. Speaking at the inauguration of polio walk t...
Why Kwara can't pay tertiary workers - Govt
Kwara State government has denied insinuation that Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has a hand in the salary crisis rocking the state-owned tertiary institutions. The government through Senior Special ...
Kwara State government has denied insinuation that Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has a hand in the salary crisis rocking the state-owned tertiary institutions. The government through Senior Special ...
Medical council raids illegal hospital in Ilorin
The Medical and Dental Counci?l of Nigeria (MDCN) at the weekend raided an illegal hospital in Ilorin, Kwara state capital where different documents and a medical certificate is believed to be stolen were found. ...
The Medical and Dental Counci?l of Nigeria (MDCN) at the weekend raided an illegal hospital in Ilorin, Kwara state capital where different documents and a medical certificate is believed to be stolen were found. ...
Traditional leader killed in Katsina Emir's convoy
A traditional leader has lost his life while two others sustained injuries following the crash of convoy belonging to Emir of Katsina, Abulmumini Usman. The accident occurred Saturday evening along the Loko...
A traditional leader has lost his life while two others sustained injuries following the crash of convoy belonging to Emir of Katsina, Abulmumini Usman. The accident occurred Saturday evening along the Loko...
NURTW Seeks State Of Emergency For Kwara Roads
The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has asked the Federal Government to declare state of emergency on the deplorable condition of highways in Kwara State. Speaking with journalists after his ...
The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has asked the Federal Government to declare state of emergency on the deplorable condition of highways in Kwara State. Speaking with journalists after his ...
2015-10-25
KWSG Dissociates Saraki From COED Salary Crises
The Kwara State Government has dismissed as false and unfounded an online report linking the Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki with the salary crises in state-owned Colleges of Education. In the statement issued...
The Kwara State Government has dismissed as false and unfounded an online report linking the Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki with the salary crises in state-owned Colleges of Education. In the statement issued...
Buhari's Cabinet: APC Chieftain Hails Lai Mohammed's Nomination
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alh Sulyman Yusuf, has hailed the nomination of Alh Lai Mohammed as minister. He also praised Senators from Kwara state for supporting the nomination of the...
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alh Sulyman Yusuf, has hailed the nomination of Alh Lai Mohammed as minister. He also praised Senators from Kwara state for supporting the nomination of the...
President Mahama returns to Offa, Nigerian home, visit step mother's burial site
The President of Ghana, Dr. John Mahama Dramani is visiting Offa, Kwara State of Nigeria today as part of what a source described as "return to his family." A source close to the President of Ghana told the N...
The President of Ghana, Dr. John Mahama Dramani is visiting Offa, Kwara State of Nigeria today as part of what a source described as "return to his family." A source close to the President of Ghana told the N...
Kwara Poly Plans Anti- corruption Unit
The management of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin has announced plan to set up anti-corruption and transparency unit to curb social vices among students and staff . The Rector of the Polytechnic, Alh Mas'ud E...
The management of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin has announced plan to set up anti-corruption and transparency unit to curb social vices among students and staff . The Rector of the Polytechnic, Alh Mas'ud E...
National Troupe dazzles as University of Ilorin turns 40
The atmosphere was agog with excitement as the crowd surged into the hall. When it was time for the show to begin, there were many people who could not hold back their joy and enthusiasm to be part of the euphoria. ...
The atmosphere was agog with excitement as the crowd surged into the hall. When it was time for the show to begin, there were many people who could not hold back their joy and enthusiasm to be part of the euphoria. ...
Kwara assures medical and health worker as new officers emerge
Last week, it seemed some form of peace had finally come to the Senate after many months of stalemate caused by Senate President Bukola Saraki's audacious grab for power. A nearly similar stalemate had pervaded the Hou...
Last week, it seemed some form of peace had finally come to the Senate after many months of stalemate caused by Senate President Bukola Saraki's audacious grab for power. A nearly similar stalemate had pervaded the Hou...
Saraki affair and peace illusions
Last week, it seemed some form of peace had finally come to the Senate after many months of stalemate caused by Senate President Bukola Saraki's audacious grab for power. A nearly similar stalemate had pervaded the Hou...
Last week, it seemed some form of peace had finally come to the Senate after many months of stalemate caused by Senate President Bukola Saraki's audacious grab for power. A nearly similar stalemate had pervaded the Hou...
"Let's speak of achievements, not what we lack" - Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has encouraged Africans to be proud to speak about what they had achieved instead of dwelling on what they lacked. "What I have noticed is that, it is our tendency in Africa to speak of w...
President John Dramani Mahama has encouraged Africans to be proud to speak about what they had achieved instead of dwelling on what they lacked. "What I have noticed is that, it is our tendency in Africa to speak of w...
Buhari warns lecturers against academic corruption
President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday warned university lecturers against academic corruption and inciting students. Buhari, who gave the warning at the 31st Convocation and 40th Anniversary of the University of Ilorin...
President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday warned university lecturers against academic corruption and inciting students. Buhari, who gave the warning at the 31st Convocation and 40th Anniversary of the University of Ilorin...
Saraki and PDP's endless battle in Kwara
In spite of the enviable political rapport currently existing between Senate President Bukola Saraki and the national leadership, as well as the national assembly caucuses of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Kwa...
In spite of the enviable political rapport currently existing between Senate President Bukola Saraki and the national leadership, as well as the national assembly caucuses of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Kwa...
'129 Filling Stations Operating Illegally In Kwara'
A total of 129 filling stations are operating illegally in Kwara state. The owners of the filling stations constructed them without obtaining necessary approval from the relevant agencies. The Perma...
A total of 129 filling stations are operating illegally in Kwara state. The owners of the filling stations constructed them without obtaining necessary approval from the relevant agencies. The Perma...
KWSG Introduces Toll-free Number for Enquiries
The Kwara State Government has introduced a toll free phone number for enquiries, suggestions and complaints about governance in the State. The Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the governor, Dr....
The Kwara State Government has introduced a toll free phone number for enquiries, suggestions and complaints about governance in the State. The Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the governor, Dr....
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