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2012-03-29
Kwara Flags-off N250m Micro-Credit Scheme for SMEs
The Kwara State Government has flagged-off of a N250million micro credit intervention scheme for Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) designed to strengthen the capacity of cooperative societies to contribute to boos...
The Kwara State Government has flagged-off of a N250million micro credit intervention scheme for Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) designed to strengthen the capacity of cooperative societies to contribute to boos...
Unilorin organises road show for WAUG
The University of Ilorin has organized a roadshow in preparation for the 13th West African University Games which it is hosting partly on its campus. Personalities who were part of the road show which lasted for six ...
The University of Ilorin has organized a roadshow in preparation for the 13th West African University Games which it is hosting partly on its campus. Personalities who were part of the road show which lasted for six ...
WAUG: No fear of mercenaries - Emiola
President of the West African University Games, Prof Lasun Emiola, on Wednesday in Ilorin allayed fears of participants over use of mercenaries at the 13th WAUG events. The Games...
President of the West African University Games, Prof Lasun Emiola, on Wednesday in Ilorin allayed fears of participants over use of mercenaries at the 13th WAUG events. The Games...
Epilepsy is not madness - Neurologist
People, especially residents in rural communities of Nigeria, have been told not to discriminate against patients of epilepsy or equate epilepsy with madness. Speaking at a sensitisation programme on epil...
People, especially residents in rural communities of Nigeria, have been told not to discriminate against patients of epilepsy or equate epilepsy with madness. Speaking at a sensitisation programme on epil...
I drive taxi to sponsor my education - Undergraduate
Tijani Muhideen, 21, is an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) II student of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin and also a taxi driver. He shares his experience: When Tijani Muhideen was spotted recently within t...
Tijani Muhideen, 21, is an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) II student of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin and also a taxi driver. He shares his experience: When Tijani Muhideen was spotted recently within t...
No Basis for Suspending Unilorin From ASUU - Unilorin ASUU Chair
The Chairman of Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU,University of Ilorin chapter, Dr. Abdulwahab Egbewole, can be clearly described as a warlord in union politics. He was a one-time cha...
The Chairman of Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU,University of Ilorin chapter, Dr. Abdulwahab Egbewole, can be clearly described as a warlord in union politics. He was a one-time cha...
Lecturer's husband commits suicide in Ilorin
THE University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, was thrown into mourning on Wednesday as husband of the head of Department of Religious Studies, Professor (Mrs) Oyeronke Olademo, allegedly committed suicide by hanging....
THE University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, was thrown into mourning on Wednesday as husband of the head of Department of Religious Studies, Professor (Mrs) Oyeronke Olademo, allegedly committed suicide by hanging....
2012-03-28
Govt Suspends Chainsaw Operations in Kwara
The Kwara State Government has ordered the suspension of Chainsaw operations across the state to ensure Tree and Forest preservation and conservation for environmental sustainability. The ...
The Kwara State Government has ordered the suspension of Chainsaw operations across the state to ensure Tree and Forest preservation and conservation for environmental sustainability. The ...
Board Explains Hajj Operations
The Kwara Slate Muslim Pilgrims welfare Board has refuted the wide spead rumour that it hus sold the 2012 llujj forms given to the slate by National I la[j Commission of NigeriafNAJ ICON) (o private agencies in hulk....
The Kwara Slate Muslim Pilgrims welfare Board has refuted the wide spead rumour that it hus sold the 2012 llujj forms given to the slate by National I la[j Commission of NigeriafNAJ ICON) (o private agencies in hulk....
Edu budgets N1.26b for 2012
The chairman, Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, Mallam Abubakar Egicintso Say'di on Monday presented over N1.2 billion to the legislative council as 2012 budget proposal. Say'di described the appropri...
The chairman, Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, Mallam Abubakar Egicintso Say'di on Monday presented over N1.2 billion to the legislative council as 2012 budget proposal. Say'di described the appropri...
Offa chairman blames banks for security lapses
Sequel to the last Wednesday robbery attack on three banks in Offa Local Government Area, the chairman of Offa Local Government Area, Prince Saheed Popoola has condemned the uncorporative at...
Sequel to the last Wednesday robbery attack on three banks in Offa Local Government Area, the chairman of Offa Local Government Area, Prince Saheed Popoola has condemned the uncorporative at...
Offa presents 2012 Budget
The chairman of Offa Local Government Area, Prince Saheed Lekan Popoola has presented 2012 budget of the local government to the legislature. While presenting a budget estimate of N741,921,310 to Offa...
The chairman of Offa Local Government Area, Prince Saheed Lekan Popoola has presented 2012 budget of the local government to the legislature. While presenting a budget estimate of N741,921,310 to Offa...
Emir Pledges Support for New Kwara Police Command CP
Following the assumption of office of Mr Chinwike Asadu as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) for kwara state Police command, the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari has assured the new commissioner of his su...
Following the assumption of office of Mr Chinwike Asadu as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) for kwara state Police command, the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari has assured the new commissioner of his su...
KWSG, NTDC to collaborate on tourism
The Special; Assistant to the Kwara State Governor on Tourism, Alhaji Luqman Owolewa has stressed the need for effective collaboration between the state government and the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTD...
The Special; Assistant to the Kwara State Governor on Tourism, Alhaji Luqman Owolewa has stressed the need for effective collaboration between the state government and the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTD...
KWHA passes Trust Fund Bill into law
The Kwara State House of Assembly has passed I the state Security Trust Fund Bill, 2011 into law. The bill which went through third reading and final passage on the floor yesterday, seeks to provide trus...
The Kwara State House of Assembly has passed I the state Security Trust Fund Bill, 2011 into law. The bill which went through third reading and final passage on the floor yesterday, seeks to provide trus...
Saraki, LAK Jimoh now know fate Friday
The People's Democratic Party in Kwara State has expressed confidence that Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki would get justice on Friday as the Federal High Court in Abuja gives judgment on the suit challenging his nomina...
The People's Democratic Party in Kwara State has expressed confidence that Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki would get justice on Friday as the Federal High Court in Abuja gives judgment on the suit challenging his nomina...
WAUG: BIU target 14 gold
Benson Idahosa University have set a target of 14 gold at the 13th edition of the West African University Games which started at the University of Ilorin Sports Complex on Monday, BIU Team, led by the instituti...
Benson Idahosa University have set a target of 14 gold at the 13th edition of the West African University Games which started at the University of Ilorin Sports Complex on Monday, BIU Team, led by the instituti...
Nigerian football stinks - Saraki
Senator Bukola Saraki has lamented the poor state of Nigerian football, saying 'it's corrupt and stinks' and that the system needs to be cleaned up. The former Governor of Kwara State stated this in Lagos on Su...
Senator Bukola Saraki has lamented the poor state of Nigerian football, saying 'it's corrupt and stinks' and that the system needs to be cleaned up. The former Governor of Kwara State stated this in Lagos on Su...
50,000 Jebba residents benefit from waterworks
Relief has come the way of no fewer than 50,000 residents of Jebba, Kwara State, following the construction of a mini-waterworks in the community. Oba of Jebba, Alhaji Abdukadir Adebara said on...
Relief has come the way of no fewer than 50,000 residents of Jebba, Kwara State, following the construction of a mini-waterworks in the community. Oba of Jebba, Alhaji Abdukadir Adebara said on...
Develop your land or forfeit it, KWSG warns
Kwara State Government has ordered all owners of undeveloped plots and uncompleted buildings in Ilorin metropolis to commence development. The Director General of the state Bureau of Lands, Mr. Tope Daramola, g...
Kwara State Government has ordered all owners of undeveloped plots and uncompleted buildings in Ilorin metropolis to commence development. The Director General of the state Bureau of Lands, Mr. Tope Daramola, g...
Kwara govt donates 500 mattresses to corps members
As part of efforts to provide conducive atmosphere for corps members undergoing orientation in Kwara State, the state government has presented 500 mattresses to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), orientation camp...
As part of efforts to provide conducive atmosphere for corps members undergoing orientation in Kwara State, the state government has presented 500 mattresses to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), orientation camp...
Kwara Takes Another Loan, N335m for Cars
The Kwara Assembly on Tuesday approved the N335 million loan request made by Gov. Abdulfatah Ahmed to purchase vehicles for political office holders in the state. The House unanimously agreed that t...
The Kwara Assembly on Tuesday approved the N335 million loan request made by Gov. Abdulfatah Ahmed to purchase vehicles for political office holders in the state. The House unanimously agreed that t...
2012-03-27
Ahmed canvasses unity, ACN wants Uwais' panel report implemented
GOVERNOR Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State yesterday declared Nigeria a deliberate design of God, warning therefore against any attempt at threatening the corporate existence of the nation. Ahmed, while declaring...
GOVERNOR Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State yesterday declared Nigeria a deliberate design of God, warning therefore against any attempt at threatening the corporate existence of the nation. Ahmed, while declaring...
Kwara workers to get health insurance
CIVIL servants in Kwara State and their families are to benefit from a comprehensive health insurance scheme being instituted by the state government. Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed said this on Monday in Ilorin whe...
CIVIL servants in Kwara State and their families are to benefit from a comprehensive health insurance scheme being instituted by the state government. Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed said this on Monday in Ilorin whe...
Kwara to reject building plans without provision for greenery
THE Kwara State government has said that its Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning and other relevant agencies would henceforth be turning down the approval of any building plan, which has no space provided for plants...
THE Kwara State government has said that its Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning and other relevant agencies would henceforth be turning down the approval of any building plan, which has no space provided for plants...
Adewale star man as KFA win NNPC/Shell Cup
Kwara Football Academy, Ilorin, goalkeeper Adeyinka Adewale was the hero as KFA defeated hard-fighting National Foundation Academy, Ughelli in an explosive final match played at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos, on Su...
Kwara Football Academy, Ilorin, goalkeeper Adeyinka Adewale was the hero as KFA defeated hard-fighting National Foundation Academy, Ughelli in an explosive final match played at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos, on Su...
A salute to the Nigerian Army
A FLASH-BACK to the prosecution of the Nigerian Civil war (1967-1970) depicts the Nigerian Army as a versatile force because most of those who prosecuted the warfare were small boys given only six weeks weapon's traini...
A FLASH-BACK to the prosecution of the Nigerian Civil war (1967-1970) depicts the Nigerian Army as a versatile force because most of those who prosecuted the warfare were small boys given only six weeks weapon's traini...
UITH Marches On
When in March 2010 the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, UITH, was moved to its permanent site along Old Jebba Road in Ilorin, Kwara State capital, many thought the hospital was bound to witness low patronage fr...
When in March 2010 the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, UITH, was moved to its permanent site along Old Jebba Road in Ilorin, Kwara State capital, many thought the hospital was bound to witness low patronage fr...
Saraki slams NFF, NPL
Speaking to newsmen on Sunday during the final of this year's NNPC/Shell Cup between Kwara Football Academy, KFA, Secondary School, Ilorin and National Foundation College, Ughelli at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos, ...
Speaking to newsmen on Sunday during the final of this year's NNPC/Shell Cup between Kwara Football Academy, KFA, Secondary School, Ilorin and National Foundation College, Ughelli at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos, ...
Court remands 3 suspected armed robbers
A Chief Magistrate Court in Ilorin has ordered the remand of three suspected armed robbers for allegedly robbing a resident of the area of property worth N2.2 million. The accused, Afolabi Dele, 25,...
A Chief Magistrate Court in Ilorin has ordered the remand of three suspected armed robbers for allegedly robbing a resident of the area of property worth N2.2 million. The accused, Afolabi Dele, 25,...
Opinion: 'Kawu got it wrong on Belgore/ACN/Tinubu'
By Ishaq Abdullah Modibbo Ishaq Kawu is a columnist and an illustrious son of the Ilorin Emirate, the voting bloc that most times determines who governs Kwara State. In an article titled "M. D. Belgore and the u...
By Ishaq Abdullah Modibbo Ishaq Kawu is a columnist and an illustrious son of the Ilorin Emirate, the voting bloc that most times determines who governs Kwara State. In an article titled "M. D. Belgore and the u...
Kwarans preach peace for development
Kwara State Governor Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has said peace is an important prerequisite for national socio-economic and political development. Speaking during Kwara Peace Summit in Ilorin on Monday, he stated ...
Kwara State Governor Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has said peace is an important prerequisite for national socio-economic and political development. Speaking during Kwara Peace Summit in Ilorin on Monday, he stated ...
KWARA GOVERNOR TASKS YOUTHS ON PEACEFUL CO-EXISTENCE
Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State has charged citizens of the state to henceforth be ambassadors of peace in other to achieve a secured future for the country. Governor Ahmed made this appeal in Ilorin, ...
Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State has charged citizens of the state to henceforth be ambassadors of peace in other to achieve a secured future for the country. Governor Ahmed made this appeal in Ilorin, ...
ABS FC 2 - 1 Lobi Stars
The Saraki Boys continued their superb run under caretaker coach, Kabir Sulaiman Dogo. Lobi Stars gave the hosts a scare when Iorwuese Utsaha scored a 42nd minute goal to hand the visiting club a goal lead. Thomas Zenke,...
The Saraki Boys continued their superb run under caretaker coach, Kabir Sulaiman Dogo. Lobi Stars gave the hosts a scare when Iorwuese Utsaha scored a 42nd minute goal to hand the visiting club a goal lead. Thomas Zenke,...
Kwara United 4 - 2 Jigawa Golden Stars
Kwara United restored themselves into the top half of the standings by defeating Jigawa Stars in a six-goal encounter with left-back Usman Amoda grabbing the opener. Bala Mohammed drew the Golden Stars level on 32 minu...
Kwara United restored themselves into the top half of the standings by defeating Jigawa Stars in a six-goal encounter with left-back Usman Amoda grabbing the opener. Bala Mohammed drew the Golden Stars level on 32 minu...
LAK Jimoh vs Saraki: Court determines Saraki's fate in Senate today
A Federal High Court in Abuja will today deliver judgement in the suit brought before it by Alhaji Ayinla Kolawole Jimoh challenging the election of the immediate past governor of Kwara state, Dr. Bukola Saraki as the Sen...
A Federal High Court in Abuja will today deliver judgement in the suit brought before it by Alhaji Ayinla Kolawole Jimoh challenging the election of the immediate past governor of Kwara state, Dr. Bukola Saraki as the Sen...
2012-03-26
West African University Games (WAUG) Calendar
13TH WAUG 2012: Tuesday 27th March, 2012: Arrival of Participants Tuesday, 27th to Thursday 29th March, 2012: Completion of Accreditation and Technical Meetings ...
13TH WAUG 2012: Tuesday 27th March, 2012: Arrival of Participants Tuesday, 27th to Thursday 29th March, 2012: Completion of Accreditation and Technical Meetings ...
Saraki vs LAK Jimoh, Court to decide senate seat tomorrow
An Abuja Federal High Court will, on March 27, decide if former Kwara governor, Bukola Saraki, was duly nominated by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a candidate for Kwara Central Senatorial District. The court...
An Abuja Federal High Court will, on March 27, decide if former Kwara governor, Bukola Saraki, was duly nominated by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a candidate for Kwara Central Senatorial District. The court...
EFCC urged to probe Kwara N70bn rice project
A Lagos based non- governmental organisation, Law-yers Unite Against Corruption in Nigeria at the weekend charged the EFCC and ICPC to probe the alleged planned N70billion investment deal on rice production and p...
A Lagos based non- governmental organisation, Law-yers Unite Against Corruption in Nigeria at the weekend charged the EFCC and ICPC to probe the alleged planned N70billion investment deal on rice production and p...
Pay full minimum wage and reduce taxes - Kwara Labour
The Kwara State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has appealed to the state government to expedite action on the implementation of the N18,000 minimum wage. The NLC Chairman, Comrade Farouk Aka...
The Kwara State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has appealed to the state government to expedite action on the implementation of the N18,000 minimum wage. The NLC Chairman, Comrade Farouk Aka...
Govt pledges more support for artisans
Kwara State Government is to provide additional training and support to artisans as part of its new policy thrust. Malam Mohammed Raji, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, announced...
Kwara State Government is to provide additional training and support to artisans as part of its new policy thrust. Malam Mohammed Raji, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, announced...
Kwara Utd hails NFF's decision
KWARA United has saluted the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over the decision for its Nigeria Premier League (NPL) Week 12 match to be replayed in Ilorin behind closed doors. The Ilorin club was in the first...
KWARA United has saluted the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over the decision for its Nigeria Premier League (NPL) Week 12 match to be replayed in Ilorin behind closed doors. The Ilorin club was in the first...
School wins N1m in Kwara
Cherubim and Seraphim Secondary School, Ilorin, Kwara State has received N1m from the management of LUBON, an oil conglomerate as its prize money for winning the 6th edition of LUBCON Principal's Cup....
Cherubim and Seraphim Secondary School, Ilorin, Kwara State has received N1m from the management of LUBON, an oil conglomerate as its prize money for winning the 6th edition of LUBCON Principal's Cup....
Greed responsible for Nigeria's problems - Oritsejafor
The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, says Nigeria can only overcome its socio-economic problems if people shunned love of money. He stated this Friday in Omu-Aran, Irep...
The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, says Nigeria can only overcome its socio-economic problems if people shunned love of money. He stated this Friday in Omu-Aran, Irep...
Saraki's boys win NNPC/Shell Cup
Kwara Football Academy Secondary School, a brainchild of Senator Bukola Saraki are the champions of the 2012 NNPC/Shell Cup. The lads from Ilorin emerged champions as they defeated their counterparts from Nati...
Kwara Football Academy Secondary School, a brainchild of Senator Bukola Saraki are the champions of the 2012 NNPC/Shell Cup. The lads from Ilorin emerged champions as they defeated their counterparts from Nati...
Winners' Chapel petitions IG, SSS over alleged destruction of N50m property
The Living Faith Church (Winners' Chapel), Ilorin, Kwara State, has petitioned the Acting Inspector-General of Police Mohammed Abubakar and the State Security Service (SSS) over the alleged destruction of its property ...
The Living Faith Church (Winners' Chapel), Ilorin, Kwara State, has petitioned the Acting Inspector-General of Police Mohammed Abubakar and the State Security Service (SSS) over the alleged destruction of its property ...
Kwara vs Sunshine: NPL bans referee over incompetence
For Displaying high level of incompetency in handling the ill fated match between Sunshine stars of Akure and Kwara United in Ilorin, referee Mohammed Abdullahi from Kaduna state has been banned for two football season...
For Displaying high level of incompetency in handling the ill fated match between Sunshine stars of Akure and Kwara United in Ilorin, referee Mohammed Abdullahi from Kaduna state has been banned for two football season...
Residents decry presence of large refuse in Ilorin
Residents of Zango Ward in Ilorin East Local Government Area of Kwara State, have appealed to the state government to attend to a heap of refuse at Okesuna area of Ilorin, the state capital. Speakin...
Residents of Zango Ward in Ilorin East Local Government Area of Kwara State, have appealed to the state government to attend to a heap of refuse at Okesuna area of Ilorin, the state capital. Speakin...
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