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 c...

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 annivers...

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 ...

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 th...

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...

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...

2024-11-11

IEDPU FCT Chapter Hails Emir Sulu-Gambari's 29 Years of Leadership
The Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union, IEDPU FCT Chapter, has extended its warmest congratulations to the Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on the occasion of his 29th anniversary, as reported by Inc...

Empowering Youth: Oasis Muslim Care Foundation Leads the Fight Against Drug Abuse in Schools
The 9th Secondary School Health Enlightenment Programme, organized by the Oasis Muslim Care Foundation (OMCF), was successfully held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Ansarul Islam Secondary School, Ogidi. Focused on ...

Governor AbdulRazaq Flags Off Rehabilitation of Tanke Junction - General Tunde Idiagbon Bridge
The Kwara State Government, led by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has commenced the rehabilitation and upgrade of the Tanke Junction - General Tunde Idiagbon bridge, as reported by the Kwara State Government's Facebo...

Kwara State NSCDC Commandant Hails Resolution of Farmer-Herder Clashes
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced that it has successfully resolved 196 clashes between farmers and herders in Kwara State over the past year, as reported by Daily Trust. Accor...

Sanni Vows to Build on Kwara United's Away Victory over Nasarawa United
Kwara United technical adviser Tunde Sanni has hailed his team's resilience in their 1-0 victory over Nasarawa United, as reported by Daily Post. The Harmony Boys secured a much-needed win over the Solid Miners, thanks...

Ilorin Anchor Felicitates with Emir of Ilorin on 29th Anniversary
The Ilorin Anchor Men and Women Initiative (IAMWI) has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu Gambari CFR, on the 29th anniversary of his ascension to the throne. In a statement released by ...

IEDPU Northern Zone Pays Tribute to Emir Sulu-Gambari's Exemplary Leadership
The Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union, IEDPU Northern Zone, has paid tribute to the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on the occasion of his 29th coronation anniversary, as reported by IncNews247....

KWSUED Governing Council Confirms Prof. Salman’s Appointment as Acting Vice-Chancellor
The Governing Council of the newly established Kwara State University of Education (KWSUED) has confirmed the appointment of Prof. Medina Folorunsho Salman as Acting Vice-Chancellor. The decision was ratified ...

Kwara Community Group Calls for Urgent Action Against Banditry in Asa Local Government
According to Nigerian Tribune, the Asa Progressives Assembly, a civil society group from Kwara State’s Asa Local Government Area, has raised alarms over the rising cases of kidnapping, banditry, and killings in Pampo...

Old Students to Launch Alumni Association, Partner with Kwara Govt on School Revival
The Nation reports that alumni of Oyelagbanwo Grammar School, located in Ilala, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, are set to collaborate with the state government to revitalise the school’s aging infrast...

No Valid Residents Number, No Pay: Kwara Sets New Payroll Requirement
Daily Post reports that Kwara State Government has issued a directive requiring all state employees to possess a valid Kwara State Residents Registration number by November 2024 to continue receiving their salaries and...

Kam Holding Chief Dr. Yusuf Commends Emir of Ilorin’s Visionary Leadership
According to the Nigerian Tribune, residents of the Ilorin Emirate in Kwara State have hailed the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, for his 29 years of dedicated service and cultural stewardship, describing ...

Ganmo Division Officers Accused in Death of 27-Year-Old KWASU Student
Daily Trust reports that a Kwara State University (KWASU) student, Sulyman Olayinka, aged 27, allegedly lost his life following a confrontation with police officers in Ilorin. The tragic incident reportedly oc...

2024-11-10

Governor AbdulRazaq Pledges Boost in Kwara’s Healthcare and Education Sectors
Punch reports that Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has announced expanded investments in primary healthcare and all levels of education across the state. The statement, released by the Chief Press ...

NUJ Kwara Council Applauds Dr. Oye Owolewa’s Re-Election to U.S. House
Voice of Nigeria reports that the Kwara State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has warmly congratulated Dr. Oye Owolewa, a Kwara native and U.S. legislator, on his successful re-election as the Distric...

Hon. Ahmed Saba Disputes N81m Legal Bill by Ex-Kwara AG Salman Jawondo
According to Nigerian Tribune, Hon. Ahmed Adamu Saba, representing the Edu/Moro/Patigi federal constituency of Kwara State, has disputed a claim of indebtedness raised by his former lawyer, Salman Jawondo (SAN), former...

Kwara Firefighters Respond as 25 Shops Burn at Adeta Roundabout
Daily Post reports that an early-morning fire destroyed a building containing 25 shops at the Adeta roundabout in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Saturday. According to the Kwara State Fire Service, the blaze was reported at a...

Gruesome Killing: Kwara Police Retrieve Severed Head, Arrest Three Suspects
Punch reports that detectives from the Kwara State Police Command have recovered the severed head of Rafiu Akano, a commercial motorcyclist, following his alleged murder on Sunday in Asunlere Village, Oke-Oyi, Ilorin E...