By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo Ilorin, March 25, 2026 (NAN) A coalition of support groups within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara has endorsed Sen. Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe for the 2027 governorship election in the state. Spokesperson of the coalition, Mr Adigun Adebowale, made the endorsement on Wednesday in Ilorin, saying the group comprised party faithful,Continue reading “Coalition backs Oloriegbe for 2027 Kwara governorship”
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NIHTE Annual lecture calls for urgent Integration of Maritime Transportation into the Nation’s Freight Network
NIHTE Annual lecture calls for urgent Integration of Maritime Transportation into the Nation’s Freight Network. The Nigerian Institution of Highway and Transportation Engineers (NIHTE), Port Harcourt Chapter has sounded a bold alarm on the structural imbalance at the heart of Nigeria’s Freight transportation system. At the 7th Engr. Fyne Chima Ogolo annual lecture organized byContinue reading “NIHTE Annual lecture calls for urgent Integration of Maritime Transportation into the Nation’s Freight Network”
Eid-el-Fitr: IBEDC urges customers to observe safety precautions, celebrate responsibly
By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc., has enjoined customers to celebrate responsibly by observing safety precautions in the use of electricity and remaining vigilant in protecting power infrastructure within their neighbourhoods. He felicitated the Muslim Ummah across its franchise area on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the successful completionContinue reading “Eid-el-Fitr: IBEDC urges customers to observe safety precautions, celebrate responsibly”
Ramadan: Politicians should beware of making false promises, warns Islamic Scholar
By Fatima Mohammed-Lawal An Islamic Scholar, Prof. Ibrahim Otuyo of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin has advised Nigerian politicians against making false promises to the citizens. Otuyo stated this on Monday in Ilorin during the 2026 Annual Ramadan Tafsir organised by the Igbomina Ekiti Muslim Forum (IEMF) themed: “Kwara Igbomina Ekiti and National Development”. The don whoContinue reading “Ramadan: Politicians should beware of making false promises, warns Islamic Scholar”
NGO trains 40 youth on digital storytelling, photography to amplify community voices
By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo The Saving African Youth Dream Initiative has trained 40 young people in digital storytelling, documentary filmmaking and photography to help amplify community voices and preserve cultural heritage. The Executive Director of the organisation, Mr Abdulateef Abdulkareem, said the training was designed to bridge the gap in documenting and sharing stories from localContinue reading “NGO trains 40 youth on digital storytelling, photography to amplify community voices”
Islamic cleric says shunning corruption is a collective duty
By Fatima Mohammed-Lawal An Islamic Cleric, Malam Mukhtar Isale-Koto, of the Musliu Alkali Mosque in Ilorin has advised Nigerians that shunning corruption is a collective responsibility for every citizen. Isale-Koto made the call while delivering a Lecture at the 2026 Reunion Conference and Honours’ Day organized by the Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA).Continue reading “Islamic cleric says shunning corruption is a collective duty”
Insecurity: Ex-presidential aspirant urges Edo govt to protect citizens, not criminalise protests
By Usman Aliyu Former presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Patience Ofure-Key, has raised the alarm over worsening insecurity in Ekpoma, urging the Edo Government to prioritise the protection of citizens rather than criminalising protests born out of fear and desperation. In a statement issued in Benin on Monday, Ofure-KeyContinue reading “Insecurity: Ex-presidential aspirant urges Edo govt to protect citizens, not criminalise protests”
Al-Hikmah Varsity secures NUC approval for Distance and E-Learning
By Afusat Agunbiade-OladipoAl-Hikmah University, Ilorin, has received approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC), to commence academic activities through its Centre for Distance and e-Learning, in line with its mission to expand access to higher education. The Vice- Chancellor of the University, Prof. Abdulateef Oladimeji, disclosed this on Saturday while speaking with journalists as partContinue reading “Al-Hikmah Varsity secures NUC approval for Distance and E-Learning”
Military Chiefs honours frontline Troops with Christmas luncheon
By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen.Waidi Shaibu, on Sunday honoured frontline troops with a special Christmas luncheon at Daban Lema in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara . Shaibu said that the celebration was in recognition of the troops’ dedication and sacrifices in safeguarding lives and maintaining peace across theContinue reading “Military Chiefs honours frontline Troops with Christmas luncheon”
Kwara Governor Presents ₦644bn 2026 Budget to State Assembly
By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara has presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N644,004,816,893 to the state House of Assembly on Monday. Presenting the bill on the floor of the House, Gov. Abdulrazaq said 65.98% of this fiscal plan goes to capital expenditure, while 34.02% takes care of recurrent spendings. ”The fiscal planContinue reading “Kwara Governor Presents ₦644bn 2026 Budget to State Assembly”
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