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”
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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”
Kwara marks Int’l Day of Persons With Disabilities with Empowerment, Sports and Support Initiatives
By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo The Kwara Government on Thursday celebrated the International Day of Persons With Disabilities with a series of empowerment programmes, sports activities and a trade fair aimed at promoting inclusion and improving the wellbeing of persons living with disabilities (PLWDs) in the state. The State Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Nnafatima Imam, saidContinue reading “Kwara marks Int’l Day of Persons With Disabilities with Empowerment, Sports and Support Initiatives”
Former VC urges FG to convene national dialogue
By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo The Former Vice Chancellor University of Abuja , Prof. Abdul-Rasheed Na’Allah has urged the Federal Government to convene a national dialogue as a pathway to ending the nation’s longstanding security challenges. Prof. Na’Allah made the call while speaking at a Public lecture titled “Religious Harmony, Cultural Presentation and Community Service : TheContinue reading “Former VC urges FG to convene national dialogue”
Food security: FG to establish Agriculture Mechanisation Service Centres
The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, has said that the government would establish mechanisation service centres to ensure nationwide bridge and operational efficiency in achieving food security. Sen. Kyari made the disclosure at the Opening Ceremony of the 25th International Conference and 45th Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Institution ofContinue reading “Food security: FG to establish Agriculture Mechanisation Service Centres”
IBEDC reiterates commitment to improve power supply in Offa
The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC), Plc has reiterated its commitment to improving power supply, enhancing metering services, and addressing customer concerns in Offa and its environs. This assurance was made on Wednesday by the IBEDC Regional Head, Engr. Oluwatoyin Akinyosoye, during a town hall meeting held in Offa Local Government Area ofContinue reading “IBEDC reiterates commitment to improve power supply in Offa”
Stakeholders urges govt, firms to tap Kwara’s peace for Tourism, Hospitality growth
Stakeholders urges govt, firms to tap Kwara’s peace for Tourism, Hospitality growth Growth By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo Stakeholders in hospitality business in Nigeria have asked government and corporate organizations to utilize peace and harmony prevalent in Kwara to attract financial flow through tourism and hospitality business. Speaking with journalists on the sideline of a planned one-dayContinue reading “Stakeholders urges govt, firms to tap Kwara’s peace for Tourism, Hospitality growth”
NIFST at 49: Experts Urge Investment in Research, Innovation to Tackle Nigeria’s Food Insecurity
Experts have called for bold investment in research, innovation, and industry collaboration to end Nigeria’s lingering food insecurity and dependence on imported food. Dr Bola Osinowo, President of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) and Chairman of its Governing Council, made the call on Wednesday in Ilorin at the Institute’s 49th ScientificContinue reading “NIFST at 49: Experts Urge Investment in Research, Innovation to Tackle Nigeria’s Food Insecurity”
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