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”

Unilorin inducts 35 doctors of veterinary

By Afusat Agunbiade-OladipoIlorin The University of Ilorin inducted 35 vibrant graduands who have met every academic, ethical, and professional requirements for the award of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. The Dean, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of University of Ilorin, Prof. Saliu Ameen, disclosed this at the 7th Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony on Monday inContinue reading “Unilorin inducts 35 doctors of veterinary”

Fraud: POS agents advise CBN to install terminals with cameras

By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo Ilorin, Sept. 27, 2025 (NAN) The Kwara Association of Professional Point of Sale Agents (KAPPSA), has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria to mandate fintech companies and banks to equip POS terminals with cameras and introduce identity verification for transactions above ₦50,000 to curb electronic fraud. Speaking at a news conferenceContinue reading “Fraud: POS agents advise CBN to install terminals with cameras”

Kwara South political representation, weak since 1999- KSDI

By Afusat Agunbiade-Oladipo Kwara South Development Initiative (KSDI), on Monday decried the representation of elected political office holders at the federal level since 1999 as weak and ineffective. Speaking at a Strategic Consultation forum of Kwara South leaders tagged “Reawakening the Giants” , convener of the forum, Eng Jonhson Adewumi, regretted that in spite ofContinue reading “Kwara South political representation, weak since 1999- KSDI”

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