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2015-04-22
3SC Trash Kwara United
Shooting Stars recorded their first win of the season as they added to the woes of Kwara United with a 2-0 defeat. 3SC, coming back from a goalless draw game away at Nasarawa United, convincingly won as Najeem ...
Shooting Stars recorded their first win of the season as they added to the woes of Kwara United with a 2-0 defeat. 3SC, coming back from a goalless draw game away at Nasarawa United, convincingly won as Najeem ...
Press Release - Ministry of Energy Fire Outbreak: Gov Ahmed Orders Probe
Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has directed immediate investigation in to the fire outbreak that gutted the top floor of the State's Ministry of Energy with a view to determining its immediate and r...
Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has directed immediate investigation in to the fire outbreak that gutted the top floor of the State's Ministry of Energy with a view to determining its immediate and r...
Gov Ahmed roots for Saraki as Senate President
Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State yesterday, drummed up support for his predecessor, Dr Bukola Saraki as the next Senate President saying he was the most qualified for the position. Ahmed spoke about Sar...
Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State yesterday, drummed up support for his predecessor, Dr Bukola Saraki as the next Senate President saying he was the most qualified for the position. Ahmed spoke about Sar...
OPINION: Senate President? Why Not Akume? By Femi Ayelabowo
The first test of political complexity in the All Progressives Party (APC) will be in the choice of the presiding officers of the National Assembly. The stake is very high and the permutations as to who gets what are c...
The first test of political complexity in the All Progressives Party (APC) will be in the choice of the presiding officers of the National Assembly. The stake is very high and the permutations as to who gets what are c...
OPINION: Senate President? Go for Saraki!. By Hassan Shuaibu Ohimozi
In recent times, politics in Nigeria has seen great change and transformation. The wind of change that is fast blowing away the evils of corruption, selfish-interest, and greed by a few who sought to represent only themse...
In recent times, politics in Nigeria has seen great change and transformation. The wind of change that is fast blowing away the evils of corruption, selfish-interest, and greed by a few who sought to represent only themse...
OPINION - Senator George Akume: The Senate President We Need. By Sanusi Ohiare
A new wind of change blew across Nigeria with the election of General Muhammadu Buhari as President on March 28th, 2015. This is the change that all Nigerians have craved for over the years and thanks to the INEC Chairman...
A new wind of change blew across Nigeria with the election of General Muhammadu Buhari as President on March 28th, 2015. This is the change that all Nigerians have craved for over the years and thanks to the INEC Chairman...
Electricity official escapes mob attack in Ilorin
Following persistent blackout in parts of Kwara State, angry residents yesterday attacked an electricity official distributing bills in Ilorin, the state capital. The official works with the Baboko Division of Ibadan ...
Following persistent blackout in parts of Kwara State, angry residents yesterday attacked an electricity official distributing bills in Ilorin, the state capital. The official works with the Baboko Division of Ibadan ...
As Kwara Delegation Visits, Buhari Says It is Time to Make More Sacrifices
The President-elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday in Abuja, said the time had come to make more sacrifices and deliver on the promises made to the electorate. Buhari said this when a delegation of All Progressive...
The President-elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday in Abuja, said the time had come to make more sacrifices and deliver on the promises made to the electorate. Buhari said this when a delegation of All Progressive...
Video: Fire Razes Kwara State Ministry of Energy
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In Kwara, the status quo remains
DESPITE the build up to the recently concluded gubernatorial election in Kwara, described as “State of Harmony”, nothing has changed in its political landscape. According to the Returning Officer of the el...
DESPITE the build up to the recently concluded gubernatorial election in Kwara, described as “State of Harmony”, nothing has changed in its political landscape. According to the Returning Officer of the el...
Race for Senate Presidency: Akume's Residence Turns New Mecca
Following reports in some quarters that former Governor of Benue State, Senator George Akume, could emerge the next Senate President, his residence in Abuja has become a Mecca of some sort. THISDAY checks rev...
Following reports in some quarters that former Governor of Benue State, Senator George Akume, could emerge the next Senate President, his residence in Abuja has become a Mecca of some sort. THISDAY checks rev...
Saraki Declares Interest in Senate Presidency
Former Kwara State governor and Senator representing Kwara Central, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has expressed interest in contesting for Senate presidency. As the race for who will emerge Senate President in the 8th&...
Former Kwara State governor and Senator representing Kwara Central, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has expressed interest in contesting for Senate presidency. As the race for who will emerge Senate President in the 8th&...
Senate Presidency: Gemade Expresses Support For Akume
As the lobbying for the position of Senate president heats up, the chairman of the Senate Committee on National Planning, Senator Barnabas Gemade, yesterday said he is backing Senator George Akume to become the next Se...
As the lobbying for the position of Senate president heats up, the chairman of the Senate Committee on National Planning, Senator Barnabas Gemade, yesterday said he is backing Senator George Akume to become the next Se...
2015-04-21
NFF slams one year ban on two referees
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has axed two match officials found wanting in the discharge of their responsibilities in the Sunshine Stars FC of Akure home game against visiting Dolphins FC of Port Harcourt on S...
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has axed two match officials found wanting in the discharge of their responsibilities in the Sunshine Stars FC of Akure home game against visiting Dolphins FC of Port Harcourt on S...
Start preparing for 2019, INEC tells elected office holders
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) yesterday presented certificates of return to Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State, his predecessor and senator-elect for Kwara-central, Dr. Bukola Saraki, with ...
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) yesterday presented certificates of return to Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State, his predecessor and senator-elect for Kwara-central, Dr. Bukola Saraki, with ...
Chukwumerije: "Nigeria has lost a socially inclined Senator"- Kasum
An Ilorin-based Public Affairs analyst, Alhaji Abdulkareem Olola Kasum has mourned the death of Senator Uche Chukwumerije, describing him as a socially-inclined Senator who fought for the emancipation of the masses....
An Ilorin-based Public Affairs analyst, Alhaji Abdulkareem Olola Kasum has mourned the death of Senator Uche Chukwumerije, describing him as a socially-inclined Senator who fought for the emancipation of the masses....
Photographers, lab operators end rift over price increase
The owners of colour photo laboratories and photographers in Oyo, Osun, Ondo, Kwara, Ekiti and Ogun states have settled their month old rift over increase in the prices of printing materials by the colour laboratory ow...
The owners of colour photo laboratories and photographers in Oyo, Osun, Ondo, Kwara, Ekiti and Ogun states have settled their month old rift over increase in the prices of printing materials by the colour laboratory ow...
Polls Aftermath: What next for Kwara PDP?
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State came out strong after the exit of Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed and his predecessor, Dr. Bukola Saraki, with a vow to dislodge the APC and retrieve the PDP mandate. But tha...
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State came out strong after the exit of Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed and his predecessor, Dr. Bukola Saraki, with a vow to dislodge the APC and retrieve the PDP mandate. But tha...
Senate presidency: My hopes are high - Saraki
As the race for the Senate presidency seat gets hot, one of the contenders for the post, Senator Bukola Saraki, yesterday, said he is confident of emerging victorious. Senators Saraki, (Kwara), George Akume (...
As the race for the Senate presidency seat gets hot, one of the contenders for the post, Senator Bukola Saraki, yesterday, said he is confident of emerging victorious. Senators Saraki, (Kwara), George Akume (...
OPINION - In Kwara: it's back to the Trenches. By Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia
It's no news that the ruling APC in Kwara has won the just concluded polls by all means - including foul and crude. But, since this is a democracy not a fiefdom, in another four years, it will be time for a rematch. ...
It's no news that the ruling APC in Kwara has won the just concluded polls by all means - including foul and crude. But, since this is a democracy not a fiefdom, in another four years, it will be time for a rematch. ...
APC Win Won't Create One Party State - Ahmed
Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has said that contrary to fears in some quarters the success of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in this year's general elections cannot transform Nigeria into a one-part...
Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has said that contrary to fears in some quarters the success of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in this year's general elections cannot transform Nigeria into a one-part...
Fuel scarcity hits Kwara again
Scarcity of premium motor spirit, popularly called petrol, has again hit Ilorin metropolis and other towns in Kwara State. Our correspondent, who monitored the development in Ilorin on Monday, observed that m...
Scarcity of premium motor spirit, popularly called petrol, has again hit Ilorin metropolis and other towns in Kwara State. Our correspondent, who monitored the development in Ilorin on Monday, observed that m...
Heartland FC end Kwara United's 3-game unbeaten run
Heartland Football Club of Owerri on Sunday in Ilorin at the Kwara Stadium came from a goal down to win 3-1 and end Kwara United’s three-game unbeaten run. The hosts had gone ahead in the ninth minute t...
Heartland Football Club of Owerri on Sunday in Ilorin at the Kwara Stadium came from a goal down to win 3-1 and end Kwara United’s three-game unbeaten run. The hosts had gone ahead in the ninth minute t...
Photo News: Gov Ahmed Receives Certificate of Return form INEC
L-R; National Commissioner, INEC, (Kwara, Niger, Kaduna and FCT.), Dr. Chris Iyimoga, Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed ...
L-R; National Commissioner, INEC, (Kwara, Niger, Kaduna and FCT.), Dr. Chris Iyimoga, Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed ...
Kwara women farmers seek help
Women farmers in Kwara State have made clear their needs to the government. They said they needed such modern agricultural tools as tractors and soil-enriching inputs, even chemicals to fight crop-eating and other de...
Women farmers in Kwara State have made clear their needs to the government. They said they needed such modern agricultural tools as tractors and soil-enriching inputs, even chemicals to fight crop-eating and other de...
Kwara Utd apologise for NPFL loss
The management of Glo Premier League side, Kwara United, has tendered an unreserved apology to the supporters and fans for the 1-3 loss to Heartland on Sunday in llorin. The management in a statement in llori...
The management of Glo Premier League side, Kwara United, has tendered an unreserved apology to the supporters and fans for the 1-3 loss to Heartland on Sunday in llorin. The management in a statement in llori...
2015-04-20
Corpers Fume Nationwide Over Incomplete Payment Of Polls Allowance
With barely a week after the commencement of the successful 2015 Nigeria's general election, some serving Corps members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme have basked in the ambiance of resentment, deman...
With barely a week after the commencement of the successful 2015 Nigeria's general election, some serving Corps members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme have basked in the ambiance of resentment, deman...
Saraki Stands A Better Chance As Senate President - Dele Momodu
Former presidential candidate of the NCP, Dele Momodu, believes that former Kwara State Governor, Senator Bukola Saraki, stands a better chance of becoming Nigeria's Senate President. He shared this view on ...
Former presidential candidate of the NCP, Dele Momodu, believes that former Kwara State Governor, Senator Bukola Saraki, stands a better chance of becoming Nigeria's Senate President. He shared this view on ...
Mass Defection A Bad Omen For Nigeria's Democracy Political Scientists Say
Says May Tilt Nigeria Into One Party State Condemn Politicians Who Use Politics As A Means Of Livelihood The gale of defection of members of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressiv...
Says May Tilt Nigeria Into One Party State Condemn Politicians Who Use Politics As A Means Of Livelihood The gale of defection of members of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressiv...
NYSC reiterates readiness to partner with organisations for youth empowerment
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) says it is ready to partner with corporate organisations to empower youths with entrepreneurship skills. Election Ex-corps members protest non-payment of allowances by...
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) says it is ready to partner with corporate organisations to empower youths with entrepreneurship skills. Election Ex-corps members protest non-payment of allowances by...
Kwara Lawmaker Promises To Raise Level Of Proceedings
Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Justice, Dr. Ali Ahmad, has reaffirmed that the eighth legislature will raise the standard and level of proceedings at the Kwara State House of Assembly and serve as chec...
Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Justice, Dr. Ali Ahmad, has reaffirmed that the eighth legislature will raise the standard and level of proceedings at the Kwara State House of Assembly and serve as chec...
Ndoma-Egba, Akume, Saraki mourn colleague
Senate Leader Victor Ndoma-Egba yesterday described the death of Senator Uche Chukwumerije "as a sad loss for Nigeria". Senate Minority Leader Senator George Akume and Senate Committee on Environment and Ecol...
Senate Leader Victor Ndoma-Egba yesterday described the death of Senator Uche Chukwumerije "as a sad loss for Nigeria". Senate Minority Leader Senator George Akume and Senate Committee on Environment and Ecol...
Groups hail Kwara PDP's candidate for conceding to Ahmed
Socio-political and religious groups in Kwara State have hailed Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Senator Simeon Ajibola and his running mate, Alhaji Yinka Aluko, for their spirit of sportsmanship....
Socio-political and religious groups in Kwara State have hailed Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Senator Simeon Ajibola and his running mate, Alhaji Yinka Aluko, for their spirit of sportsmanship....
Corruption: Saraki Calls for Thorough Accountability in Governance, Public Administration
Chairman, Senate Committee on Environment and Ecology and a chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Bukola Saraki, has declared that the only way to reduce corruption in governance and public administrati...
Chairman, Senate Committee on Environment and Ecology and a chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Bukola Saraki, has declared that the only way to reduce corruption in governance and public administrati...
2015-04-19
Glo NPFL: Kwara Utd 1-3 Heartland
Kwara United lost at home to Heartland in a week 4 Glo Nigerian Premier Football League match. Details later....
Kwara United lost at home to Heartland in a week 4 Glo Nigerian Premier Football League match. Details later....
Press Release - Senate Presidency: North Central Caucus Hails APC Leadership Over Zoning.
The North Central caucus of All Progressives Congress (APC) has hailed the National leadership of the party over the decision to officially zone the office of the Senate President in the 8th Senate to the North central ge...
The North Central caucus of All Progressives Congress (APC) has hailed the National leadership of the party over the decision to officially zone the office of the Senate President in the 8th Senate to the North central ge...
Press Release: Asset declaration Alone Will Not Put an End to Corruption - Bukola
Saraki
While asset declaration is an accepted protocol of statutory disclosure, alone in itself cannot reduce corruption as a stand alone measure, as we have seen in previous administrations. To reduce corruption in gov...
While asset declaration is an accepted protocol of statutory disclosure, alone in itself cannot reduce corruption as a stand alone measure, as we have seen in previous administrations. To reduce corruption in gov...
OPINION - Senate Presidency: This is our chance in Kwara. By Kayode Oyin-Zubair
In 1979, Providence presented to our dear state - Kwara the opportunity of leading the Senate of the second republic and the cap was hovering over the late Dr. Olusola Saraki of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). Sara...
In 1979, Providence presented to our dear state - Kwara the opportunity of leading the Senate of the second republic and the cap was hovering over the late Dr. Olusola Saraki of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). Sara...
Kwara First Lady organises special prayer to give thanks to God for peaceful polls
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Islamic cleric Khadijat Abdulsalam has said the re-election of Abdulfatah Ahmed as Governor of Kwara was another opportunity for the people to enjoy genuine dividends of democracy. Abdulsalam made the remark...
Islamic cleric Khadijat Abdulsalam has said the re-election of Abdulfatah Ahmed as Governor of Kwara was another opportunity for the people to enjoy genuine dividends of democracy. Abdulsalam made the remark...
PDP finished in Kwara -Jalala
A prominent politician in Oyun Local Government Area, Mr Joshua Omokanye Jalala has described the loss of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State at the recently concluded general elections as at the end to it...
A prominent politician in Oyun Local Government Area, Mr Joshua Omokanye Jalala has described the loss of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State at the recently concluded general elections as at the end to it...
Kwara Utd brace-up for Heartland…beef up squad
Kwara United is aiming for a possible takeover of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) log top spot as they host the Naze Millionaires at the Kwara State Stadium today in a week four league clash. ...
Kwara United is aiming for a possible takeover of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) log top spot as they host the Naze Millionaires at the Kwara State Stadium today in a week four league clash. ...
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