2025-05-20

University of Ilorin Celebrates Historic Milestone with Northern Nigeria's First Female Petroleum Engineering Doctorate
The University of Ilorin, one of Nigeria's most sought-after universities, has celebrated another milestone with the graduation of Dr Serah Japhet Habu as the first female doctorate degree holder in Petroleum Engineeri...

Emir of Ilorin Appoints New Sarkin Zuru Amid Removal of Former Leader
His Royal Highness the Emir of Ilorin, Mai-Martaba Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers' Council, has appointed Mallam Suleiman Auta as the new Sarkin Zuru of Kwara State....

Kidnapper Confesses to Multiple Child Abductions for Rituals in Ilorin
A suspected kidnapper has confessed to abducting an unspecified number of children from Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, for ritualistic purposes. The suspect, believed to be in his 20s, made the admission afte...

Traditional Ruler Urges Kwara Governor to Fulfil Campaign Pledges and Boost Shao's Infrastructure
The Ohoro of Shao, Oba Job Obalowu Atolagbe, a traditional ruler in Moro Local Government Area (LGA), Kwara State, has urged Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to prioritise fulfilling campaign promises and delivering inf...

Speak Your Language: Soyinka Stresses Cultural Legacy at University of Ilorin Event
Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka visited the University of Ilorin on Monday, reaffirming his commitment to supporting the Centre for Cultural Studies and Creative Arts' initiatives at the institution. Duri...

President's Cup Semi-Finals Set: Rangers vs Kwara United in Lagos, Ikorodu vs Abakaliki in Abuja
The semi-finals of this year's President's Federation Cup (men's division) will take place tomorrow in Lagos and Abuja. Enugu Rangers, former champions, will face Kwara United of Ilorin at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in...

2025-05-19

Kwara Sports Chief Urges Athletes to Target Medals and Surpass Past Achievements
Bolakale Mogaji, Executive Chairman of the Kwara Sports Commission, has urged state athletes to stay focused and target medals at upcoming competitions. Speaking to journalists in Abeokuta on Monday, Mr. Mogaj...

Kwara South Students Urge Governor to Craft Security Plan with Stakeholders' Input
The Kwara South Students Association, representing students from the Kwara South Senatorial District, has called on Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to develop a security strategy through comprehensive engagement with k...

UNILORIN Student Withdraws IESU Candidacy Amid Online Bullying Over Gender or Eligibility
Less than 24 hours after sharing digital flyers indicating her intent to contest for the Ilorin Emirate Students Union (IESU) presidency, Aliyu Rahmah, a University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) student, was subjected to online...

Kwara Governor Mourns Lagos-based Businessman Alhaji Yusuf Oriniowo
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed deep sorrow over the death of statesman and philanthropist Alhaji Yusuf Musa Oriniowo, calling it the end of an era for Moro Local Government Area (LGA). ...

Governor AbdulRazaq Celebrates State's Growth with Inauguration of Iconic Flagpole
Kwara State officially unveiled its 70-metre Unity Flagpole on Monday, a landmark described by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as a "towering symbol of national unity, our collective journey, and aspirations as a peopl...

Kwara Governor Condemns Boat Accident Culture, Clarifies Gbajibo Tragedy Occurred in Niger State
The Kwara State Government has urged boat operators to strictly adhere to safety regulations following a tragic accident on the Gbajibo River, which claimed the lives of 37 traders last Thursday. Governor AbdulRahman A...

Over 2,000 Kwara Pilgrims Now in Saudi Arabia as Fourth Batch Departs
The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has airlifted the fourth batch of 558 intending pilgrims from the state to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the early hours of Sunday. This brings the total number of...

2025-05-18

Gov Abdulrazaq Commiserates with Ex-Kaduna Gov Yero over Father's Death
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq joins the government and people of Kaduna State to commiserate with former Governor Muktar Ramalan Yero on the death of his father, Alhaji Ramalan Yero. Governor Abd...

Digital Literacy Drive Expands: Kwara Students Code Their Way Through Third Term
The Kwara Coding and Digital Literacy Programme is in full swing, aligning with third-term academic activities across public schools and learning centres. Recent images captured last week showcase dynamic codi...

2025-05-16

Kwara's 70-Metre Flagpole: A Symbol of Cultural Pride and Economic Diversification
Kwara State has unveiled a 70-metre flagpole-the tallest in West Africa-as a bold symbol of cultural pride and economic ambition. The landmark, towering over the state capital, signifies Kwara's evolution into a hub fo...

Kwara Students Trained on AI and Robotics at Offa Tech Expo to Drive Innovation
Selected university and secondary school students in Kwara State have received technology skills training at a summit designed to empower the next generation of innovators. The event, a two-day gathering titled...

Kwara Police Arrest 16 Armed Robbers and Kidnappers in Joint Operation with Nigerian Army
The Kwara State Police Command has arrested 16 suspected armed robbers and kidnappers in a crackdown led by Police Commissioner Adekimi Ojo. Speaking to newsmen, Ojo stated: "We are waging war against these criminals, ...

Kwara Hosts MULAN Conference with Fagbemi, Kekere-Ekun, and Pantami as Keynote Speakers
The 2024 National Conference of the Muslim Lawyers' Association of Nigeria (MULAN) in Ilorin, Kwara State, will feature prominent speakers including Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fa...

Kwara Trains 200 Farmers on Bull Fattening and Maps Migration Routes to Prevent Clashes
The Kwara State Government has trained over 200 livestock farmers on commercial fodder production and bull fattening techniques, according to Mrs Oloruntoyosi Thomas, the state's Commissioner for Livestock Development....

KWGIS Processes 354 Land Applications and 247 Certificates of Occupancy in Q1 2025
The Kwara State Geographic Information Service (KWGIS) processed 354 Charting for Confirmation applications and 247 Certificates of Occupancy in the first quarter of 2025, according to ESV Abdulkareem Babatunde Sulyman...

Kwara Introduces Transporter Colour Codes to Strengthen Safety and Compliance
The Kwara State Government has introduced colour codes for all transporters in the state to enhance the identification of vehicles and improve public safety. The initiative, announced by Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasa...

AbdulRazaq's Proven Strategy Against Rural Poverty-Kwara's Rise Amid the World Bank 75.5% Challenge By Afees Abolore Alabi
The visionary leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has shielded Kwara State from the sharp rise in rural poverty recently highlighted by the World Bank, which reported that 75.5% of rural Nigerians now live be...

KWASU VC Applauds JAMB Registrar for Addressing 2025 UTME Challenges
Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh, Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has praised the sincerity and proactive approach of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Registrar, Emeritus Prof...

Academic Milestone: KWASU Business School Hosts Celebration for Recently Promoted Professors
Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh hosted a reception on Thursday, 15 May 2025, at the Council Chamber of the Kwara State University (KWASU) Business School to formally welcome three newly promoted professors into the acade...