10 h. ago Gov Abdulrazaq moves to transform Kwara to hub of technology

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has expressed his determination to transform the state into a hub of technological innovation through the “Catch Them Young” initiative.

Politics

2 d. ago 2027: Seek Gov AbdulRazaq’s Blessing, Kwara APC Tells Aspirants

Stalwarts and members of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Ilorin East local government area have directed prospective aspirants for all elective offices in the forthcoming 2027 general elections to seek the blessing and endorsement of the Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. They gave the directive at a stakeholders meeting held at the Ilorin East […]

Politics

3 d. ago Tinubu Names Gov AbdulRazaq Chairman Of Committee On Grassroots Initiative

President Bola Tinubu has approved the constitution of the National Steering Committee for the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme (RHWDP), a flagship initiative aimed at accelerating economic activity, improving livelihoods, and deepening social protection across Nigeria’s 8,809 wards. In a statement on Thursday, the President named the Governor of Kwara State and Chairman of the […]

Politics

5 d. ago AbdulRazaq Receives 23 Freed Kidnap Victims, Says Kidnappers ‘Have No Place’ In Kwara

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Tuesday, received 23 kidnap victims, who were recently freed by the Nigerian Army, commending President Bola Tinubu and the security agencies for the feat and their continuous support. The governor congratulated the victims on their freedom and promised continuous efforts to rid the state of criminal elements who […]

Events

5 d. ago Kwara: Stakeholders urge govt, others to harness investment opportunities in tourism sector

Stakeholders in the tourism and hospitality industry have urged the government and corporate organisations to leverage the peace and harmony in Kwara State to attract increased financial investment.

Politics

9 d. ago Kwara: Miyetti Allah seeks end to alleged killing of members

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Kwara State chapter, has called on the state government and security agencies to investigate the alleged killing of Fulani people in the Edu Local Government Area of the state.

Events

9 d. ago 50 Street Children Enjoying Free Education In Kwara – Commissioner

Over 50 children dubbed as street – connected children are enjoying free education – courtesy of Kwara State government. The commissioner for Social Development, Dr Mariam Imam said the hitherto street children “are currently benefiting from the state’s tuition-free education and feeding.” She added that “ most of these children are vulnerable and were rescued […]

Politics

1 week ago Governor AbdulRazaq Mourns As Pioneer Kwara SSG Aderibigbe Dies At 104

The pioneer secretary to the Kwara State Government and Head of Service, Chief Joseph Aderibigbe, is dead. Aderibigbe died on Wednesday at the age of 104, according to his son, Barr. Debo Aderibigbe. Consequently, the Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has commiserated with the Aderibigbes over the demise of their patriarch. “Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman […]

Politics

2 w. ago AbdulRazaq Compensates Families Of Slain Forest Guards, Others With N180m

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has presentedN 80m  cheques to families of the forest guards and vigilante who recently lost their lives during encounters with kidnappers in Babanla, Oke Ode, and Eleyin of Ifelodun and Isin local government areas of the state. The governor has also approved N100m support for the families of brave […]

Politics

2 w. ago Gov AbdulRazaq Has Cleared Inherited N3.3bn LG Pension Arrears – Board Chairman

The attention of the management of the Local Government Staff Pension Board (LGSPB), headed by the Chairman of the Local Government Staff Pension Board/Local Government Service Commission: Alhaji Umar Danladi Shero has been brought to the misleading speech by Bishop Amoo at the burial ceremony of former Governor (Pa C. O. Adebayo) at Oke-Onigbin, Kwara […]

Politics

2 w. ago Kwara Government Presents N80m Cheques To Families Of Slain Forest Guards

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has presented N80m cheques to families of the forest guards and vigilantes who recently lost their lives during encounters with kidnappers in Babanla, Oke Ode, and Eleyin of Ifelodun and Isin local government areas of the state, respectively. The governor has also approved N100m support for the families of […]

Politics

3 w. ago State Pardon: Alanamu Thanks Tinubu, Kwara Governor AbdulRazaq

Former chairman of Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and Governing Council of Kwara State Polytechnic, Dr Ayinla Saadu Alanamu (Koroagba) who was granted state pardon alongside other Nigerians on Thursday, has praised President Bola Tinubu for his kind gesture. He equally expressed his profound gratitude to Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for what […]

Politics

3 w. ago Tributes As AbdulRazaq, Osinbajo, Oyinlola, Soun, Others Attend Wake

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Friday, described the late former governor of the state, Chief Cornelius Adebayo, as a great leader, a bridge, and shepherd, who played very important roles at different moments of Nigerian history. He said history will never forget how he acted with moral courage and humility, making him a […]

Politics

3 w. ago FG unleashes forest guards to flush out bandits, kidnappers — NSA

By Christopher Oji The Federal Government has deployed a new line of defence against insecurity with the rollout of the Forest Guards Initiative aimed at flushing out bandits, kidnappers and other criminal gangs from Nigeria’s forests. National Security Adviser (NSO), to the Federal Government,  Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, made this known  yesterday in Abuja, at the […] The post FG unleashes forest guards to flush out bandits, kidnappers — NSA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 w. ago Bandits Kill One, Abduct Another In Fresh Kwara Community Attack

Armed bandits have renewed their onslaught in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing one person and abducting another during an early Thursday morning raid in Gbale community. Eyewitnesses said the attackers arrived in the area around 2:00 a.m. but were confronted by local hunters and vigilantes who engaged them in a fierce exchange […] The post Bandits Kill One, Abduct Another In Fresh Kwara Community Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

3 w. ago Army Deploys Full Brigade To Rout Out Bandits From Kwara Forests

The Nigerian Army headquarters has deployed a full brigade and heavy equipment in different parts of Kwara South, as troops were already milling through communities inward Oke-Ode and Babanla, both in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara State. The operation is also extending to Edu and Patigi local government areas in Kwara North to comb […]

Politics

3 w. ago Insecurity: Senate Asks Federal Government To Establish Military Base In Kwara South

The Senate has called on the federal government to establish a permanent military base in Kwara South to tackle rising insecurity in the region. The resolution followed a motion of urgent national importance sponsored by Senator Ashiru Oyelola (Kwara South) during Wednesday’s plenary. Oyelola said bandit attacks, kidnappings, and killings have reached “alarming levels” in […]

Politics

3 w. ago Kwara govt completes N290m Nollywood movie ‘Ajuwaya’ to address kidnapping

Tribune Online Kwara govt completes N290m Nollywood movie ‘Ajuwaya’ to address kidnapping "The Ajuwaya project is a beacon of what is possible when government, philanthropy, and industry align toward a common goal... Kwara govt completes N290m Nollywood movie ‘Ajuwaya’ to address kidnapping Tribune Online

Events

3 w. ago Kwara Says No LGA Is Under Bandits’ Control, Accuses Peter Obi Of Spreading Fake News

  The Kwara State government, on Tuesday, clarified that no local government area of the state was under the control of bandits even as it accused Opposition figure, Peter Obi, of lending his platforms for the spread of fake news about security situation in the State. The government made this clarification in a statement signed […]

Politics

3 w. ago Don’t Neglect Children With Cerebral Palsy, KWSG Charges Parents

The Kwara State government yesterday charged the parents of children suffering from cerebral palsy to take good care of them to improve their quality of life. Dr Mariam Imam, the commissioner for Social Development, gave the charge at a training programme organised to commemorate the Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. The Kwara State government organised the […]

Society