2024-11-15

Kwara State Achieves Record Debt Reduction Under Governor AbdulRazaq's Leadership
The Debt Management Office (DMO) has revealed a significant reduction in Kwara State's domestic debt under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who also chairs the Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF). ...

Kwara's Rural-Urban Renewal: Roundabout Omoda - Oja Oba Undergoing Rehabilitation
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has launched the rehabilitation and upgrade of the Roundabout Omoda - Oja Oba road as part of his administration's rural-urban renewal initiative. The project forms a...

Researchers Equip Kwara Farmers with Innovation, Risk Management Techniques
Experts in Agriculture with the University of Ilorin, have trained farmers in Kwara State on risk management through insurance and rural e-commerce. The training, funded by Feed The Future Innovation LAB For Ma...

Bukola Saraki Reflects on Father's Legacy at 12th Memorial Prayers
Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, paid glowing tribute to his late father, Dr. Abubakar Olusola Saraki, fondly called Oloye, during a special prayer session marking the 12th anniversary of his passin...

Agbaji Quarters Hosts Remembrance Prayers for Late Senate Leader Olushola Saraki
Clerics from various quarters in Ilorin, Kwara State, gathered on Thursday at Agbaji Quarters, the ancestral home of the late Second Republic Senate Leader, Dr. Olushola Saraki, to observe the 12th remembrance prayers ...

Kwara House Leader Calls on Journalists to Promote National Unity and Development
Vanguard reports that the House Leader of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Barr. Magaji Oba AbdulKadir, has called on journalists nationwide to prioritise unity and national development in their professional practice...

Tinubu Appoints Key Officials for Sports, Tourism, Procurement, and Media
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of three directors-general for key national agencies and a Special Adviser on Public Communications and Media. The appointments, announced on Friday, include: ...

Tax Relief for Small Enterprises Essential for Economic Growth – Prof. Raji Bello
Governments nationwide have been encouraged to exempt small-scale businesses and industries from taxes as a strategy to boost national productivity and create jobs. Addressing the 21st National Productivity Day...

2024-11-14

PDP Urges Kwara Governor to Recall Workers of Kwara Express
The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to reconsider the decision to close down the Kwara Transport Company, Harmony Transport Services Ltd, popularl...

AbdulRazaq, Others Pay Last Respects To Wife Of Ex-CDS, Aminat Ibrahim
The fidau prayer for the late Hajia Aminat Modupe Ibrahim, wife of former Chief of Defence Staff, Admiral Sa'ad Ibrahim, was held simultaneously in Ilorin, Kwara State, and Abuja. In Abuja, the ceremony took pl...

Kwara Assembly Calls for Increased Awareness to Prevent Heart Disease
The Kwara State House of Assembly has called for increased public awareness on the prevention of heart-related diseases, highlighting the significance of early detection and proactive health measures. This moti...

Kwara Assembly Calls for NYSC Partnership to Increase Medical Graduates in Rural Areas
The Kwara State House of Assembly has urged the state government to collaborate with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to boost the number of medical graduates deployed to Kwara for their mandatory one-year servi...

Kwara Government Lifts Vehicle Ban on Ahmadu Bello Way, Permits Shuttle Buses and Taxis
The Kwara State Government has lifted its earlier restriction on select vehicle categories using Ahmadu Bello Way, now permitting shuttle buses, taxis, and ride-hailing services to access the route leading to Governmen...

Kwara Pensioners' Union Urges Patience, Advocates Calm Dialogue with Government
The Kwara State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) has called on its members to remain patient with the state government concerning their outstanding entitlements, assuring them that negotiations remain i...

Ajakaye Urges Media Unions to Prioritise Journalists' Welfare, Fair Treatment
According to Voice of Nigeria, the Chief Press Secretary to the Kwara State Governor, Mallam Rafiu Ajakaye, has highlighted the essential role of media unions in championing journalists' welfare and addressing challeng...

KWACCIMA Introduces Small Claims Court to Resolve Kwara Commercial Disputes
The Kwara Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (KWACCIMA) has launched a small claims court designed to manage commercial disputes involving sums up to ?10 million. In an address at KWACCIMA's ...

IEDPU Northern Zone Applauds Mrs. Islamiya Abdulraheem on Historic UNIABUJA Appointment
The Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU) Northern Zone has extended congratulations to Mrs. Islamiya Abdulraheem on her historic appointment as the Acting Registrar of the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA)...

Senator Saliu Mustapha Launches Horticulture Empowerment Workshop for Kwara Youth and Women
Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central in the National Assembly, has launched a multi-million naira workshop to empower youth and women in his constituency with skills in dry season farming and horticultura...

2024-11-13

Gov Abdulrazaq congratulates Senator Oloriegbe on birthday anniversary
Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq joins family, friends, and associates to congratulate Senator Ibrahim Yahya Oloriegbe on his birthday today, November 12, 2024. Governor Abdulrazaq commends Senator ...

Abdulrazaq Sends Condolences to Christian Community on Death of Apostle Daniel
Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has sent his sincere condolences to the Christian community in the state on the passing of a former Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Most Special Apost...

IEDPU Northern Zone Celebrates Senator Oloriegbe's 64th Birthday, Honours His Dedication
The Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU) Northern Zone has extended warm wishes to Senator Dr. Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe on his 64th birthday, acknowledging his steadfast support and dedication to the co...

Honoring a Visionary Leader, Dr. Oloriegbe at 64, by Bolaji Aladie
Today marks a significant celebration of Senator Dr. Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe on his 64th birthday, highlighting his dedication to public service built on trust and extraordinary commitment. Dr. Oloriegbe's car...

Hajia Maimunat Oloriegbe Supports Local Entrepreneurs Through MATTA Girls Foundation
IncNews247 reports that no fewer than 25 individuals received support from MATTA Girls Foundation, a charitable organization founded by Hajia Maimunat Oloriegbe, at its latest empowerment event held in Ilorin on Sunday...

Third-Estate Lauds Emir Sulu-Gambari for 29 Years of Exemplary Leadership
The Third-Estate, a prominent socio-cultural group of professionals from the Ilorin Emirate, has lauded Emir Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari for his distinguished leadership and his steadfast dedication to promoting peace and har...

Ilorin Likeminds Foundation Celebrates Emir Sulu-Gambari on 29th Throne Anniversary
As reported by IncNews247, the Ilorin Likeminds Foundation has extended its congratulations to the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on his 29th anniversary as ...

NILDS DG Prof. Sulaiman Hails Emir of Ilorin on 29th Coronation Anniversary
The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) at the National Assembly, Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, has extended his congratulations to the Emir of Ilorin, Dr...

Prof. Na'Allah Commends Emir of Ilorin as Symbol of Peace on 29th Coronation Anniversary
Prof. AbdulRasheed Na'Allah has praised His Royal Highness, the Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Zulu Gambari, as a beacon of peace and prosperity. In a congratulatory message marking the Emir's 29th Coronation anniversary,...

KWASU Clarifies Alleged Police Victim No Longer a Student at Time of Death
In an official release on KWASU's Facebook page, the management of Kwara State University (KWASU) has clarified that Ayeyemi Sulaiman, who was reportedly killed by police officers in Tanke, Ilorin, last Tuesday, was no...

2024-11-12

Engr. Yusuf Sagaya Lauds Emir of Ilorin's 29-Year Reign as 'Architect of Modern Kwara
The Zanna of Ilorin, Engr. Yusuf 'Lanre Sagaya OFR, has extended warm congratulations to His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, on his 29th anniversary as the 11th Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the ...

National Hijrah Islamic Organisation Celebrates Emir of Ilorin's 29th Year on the Throne
The National Hijrah Islamic Organisation, Kwara State Chapter, has extended its congratulations to the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, marking...

IPPIS Fails to Remit N4.39M Deducted from Kwara NBS Staff Salaries to Cooperative
FIJ reports that in November 2022, the Integrated Personnel Payroll Information System (IPPIS) platform deducted N4.39 million from the salaries of Kwara National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) staff, intended for the Kwar...

Customs Operation Whirlwind Seizes 67,000 Litres of Petroleum Worth N84.8M in Kwara, Niger
Leadership reports that the Nigeria Customs Service's (NCS) Operation Whirlwind, active along the Kwara and Niger states axis, has seized 67,000 litres of petroleum valued at N84.8 million in just one month. I...

Mother of Late Sulyman Olayinka Seeks Justice in Alleged Police Killing of 27-Year-Old Son
Daily Trust reports that Alhaja Fausat Ayeyemi, mother of the late Sulyman Olayinka (27), who allegedly died after being beaten by three police officers in Kwara State, has called for justice in the matter. Al...

Senator Saliu Mustapha Donates N1 Million to Ilorin Fitness Festival
Punch reports that Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, has donated N1 million to support the fourth edition of the Ilorin Fitness Festival, a prominent fitness event scheduled for Sa...

National Population Commission Begins VASA Study Data Collection in Kwara and Kogi
Punch reports that the National Population Commission, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health, has commenced data collection for the 2024 Nigeria Verbal and Social Autopsy (VASA) study across Kwara and Ko...

Commissioner of Police Warns Kwara Vigilantes Against Self-Imposed Justice
Daily Trust reports that the Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, has expressed disapproval regarding reports of jungle justice reportedly committed by certain vigilante groups in the state. Addre...

29 Years of Emir Sulu-Gambari: Gov Abdulrazaq Applauds Ilorin's Growth Under the Emir's Leadership
Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has extended his congratulations to the Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on his 29th anniversary as the Sheikh Alimi Emirate's leader and Chairman of the Council o...

Kwara State Governor Appoints Yusuf Bolaji La-Kadri as KW-IRS Director
Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, has approved the appointment of Yusuf Bolaji La-Kadri as a Director within the Kwara State Internal Revenue Service (KW-IRS), effective from Monday, 11th Novemb...