Ilorin Building Collapse Sparks Action on Unsafe Houses
By Sulyman Gobir The collapse of a building in Ilorin, Kwara State, has highlighted the risks faced by residents living in dilapidated and potentially unsafe structures. The building at No. 41 Popo Giwa Street, Ilorin West Local Government Area, collapsed, killing several people and injuring others who have been taken to hospital. In a condolence […]
Abbas Hails Rescue of 308 Kidnap Victims
By Oluwakemi Kindness Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has welcomed the rescue of 308 abducted persons in separate security operations in Kwara and Niger states, describing the development as a major boost in the fight against insecurity. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media, Musa Krishi, the […]
Kwara ADC Declares Readiness for 2027 Polls
By Zainab Bakare The Kwara State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared its readiness for the 2027 general elections, insisting that no form of intimidation or adverse court ruling will prevent the party from participating in the polls. The position was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the party’s State […]
Kwara Government Sues Saraki Over Alleged Criminal Defamation
By Zainab Bakare The Kwara State Government has instituted a criminal defamation suit against former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, over alleged false claims concerning the educational qualifications of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. The case was filed before the Kwara State High Court in Ilorin by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Senior Ibrahim, alongside the […]
DG NILDS Withdraws from Kwara APC Governorship Race
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has officially withdrawn from the race for the All Progressives Congress governorship ticket in Kwara State ahead of the party’s primaries. Prof. Sulaiman announced his decision in a statement issued on Tuesday, saying the move followed extensive consultations and […]
Kwara Government Arrests Six for Illegal Refuse Dumping
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Kwara State Government has stepped up enforcement against environmental violations in Ilorin metropolis, arresting six persons for illegal refuse dumping and sealing two facilities over excessive noise pollution. The Commissioner for Environment, Nafisat Buge, disclosed this during a review of reports submitted by Environmental Health Officers and members of the ministry’s […]
Minister Urges Full Operation of Nigeria Sugar Institute
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Minister of State for Industry, John Enoh, has called for the full operationalisation of the Nigeria Sugar Institute (NSI), stressing its importance in advancing research, training, and technical support within the sugar sector. Enoh made the call during a visit to the institute in Ilorin, Kwara State, where he commended the […]
Kwara Moves to Reinforce Security After Bandits Kill Five Forest Guards
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Kwara State Government has vowed to strengthen its security architecture following a deadly bandit attack in Nuku community, Kaiama Local Government Area, where five forest guards were killed. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq described the slain guards as “brave patriots” who died defending their communities during the late-night assault on a security outpost. […]
DG NILDS Praises Wopa’s Appointment as Kwara United Queens Chairman
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has commended the appointment of his Special Assistant on Politics (SAPOL), Abdulrasaq Owolabi-Wopa, as the new Chairman of Kwara United Queens. Professor Sulaiman described the appointment as “a round peg in a round hole,” noting that the […]
Kwara Construction Workers Regain Freedom
By Sulyman Gobir All seven construction workers recently kidnapped in Owa Onire community of Ifelodun have regained their freedom. Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawy Olododo confirmed their freedom on Monday. He commended the efforts of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the security forces to strengthen public safety and rid the state of bandits and terrorists. The […]