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Important Announcement: Kwara LG Polls Scheduled for September 21

16May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Important Announcement: Kwara LG Polls Scheduled for September 21

An official statement released by the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission in Ilorin has confirmed that elections will take place across all 16 local government areas of Kwara State on the 21st of September, 2024. The Commission is currently working on ensuring that all necessary arrangements are made to facilitate the smooth conduct of the elections within the stipulated timeframe. More detailed information regarding the election timetable and related activities will be provided shortly, assuming all goes as planned. Stakeholders are strongly encouraged to stay updated with our public announcements and prepare accordingly for the upcoming elections as per the specified schedule.

High Food Prices: New NBS report highlights top three states in Nigeria

16May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

High Food Prices: New NBS report highlights top three states in Nigeria

Amid increasing hardship, Kogi, Kwara, and Ondo emerge as the top three states in Nigeria experiencing the highest food prices. The most recent report by the National Bureau of Statistics on April’s Consumer Price Index and Inflation reveals this insight. Kogi State leads with the highest food inflation rate at 48.62 per cent, followed by Kwara at 46.73 per cent and Ondo at 45.87 per cent on a year-on-year basis, according to the report. Conversely, Adamawa, Bauchi, and Nasarawa showed the slowest increments in food inflation, with rates of 33.61 per cent, 33.85 per cent, and 34.03 per cent, respectively. However, looking at the Month-to-Month analysis, Lagos, Edo, and Yobe stand out as the states in Nigeria grappling with the highest food prices. Reportedly, Lagos at 4.74 per cent, E...

15May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Chairmanship of Nigeria-Finland Parliamentary Group Assumed by House of Representatives’ Deputy Spokesman Agbese

Philip Agbese, the deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives, has been selected to lead the Nigeria-Finland Parliamentary Friendship Group as its chairman. In a communication dated May 14, 2024, from the Office of the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, Agbese was officially appointed to this position. As the head of the group, Agbese will be joined by a team of six Nigerian parliamentarians, with Okere Tochukwu Chinedu (Imo) serving as the deputy. Other members of the group include Richard Olufemi (Ekiti), Ekpo Paul (Akwa Ibom), Akiba Bassey Ekpenyong (Cross Rivers), Saba Ahmed Adam (Kwara), and Fulata Abubakar Hassan (Jigawa). Abbas has tasked Agbese and his colleagues with strengthening Nigeria's legislative ties with Finland in accordance with the 10th National Assembly Legislative...

NSCDC arrests two for alleged serial robbery, burglary, theft in Kwara

15May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

NSCDC arrests two for alleged serial robbery, burglary, theft in Kwara

Two individuals apprehended by NSCDC for suspected involvement in repeated robbery, burglary, and theft in Kwara Officials from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara State have successfully dismantled a notorious burglary syndicate that is believed to have been responsible for a string of break-ins at warehouses, stores, and supermarkets in the Apalara Area along Al-Hikma University Road in Ilorin, the capital city of the state. In a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, Ayoola Michael Shola, in Ilorin on Wednesday, it was revealed that "on Monday, May 13, 2024, two suspects, Garuba Kabir, aged 28, and Nasir Raheem, aged 30, were apprehended by the command's tracking unit based on credible intelligence." The arrests were made following complaints fro...

15May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Presidential Committee to Roll Out Nationwide Deployment of CNG Starting May 29

An official announcement has been made by the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) regarding the commencement of a nationwide deployment commencing on May 29. This follows a mandate from President Bola Tinubu for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to initiate the procurement of vehicles powered by compressed natural gas. In a statement released by Michael Oluwagbemi, who serves as the Programme Director and Chief Executive of the Initiative, it was disclosed that President Tinubu will virtually commission critical gas supply projects at NNPCL between May 15 and 22 in Abuja. “In adherence to our commitment to promoting sustainable energy solutions and reducing carbon footprints, PCNGI is embarking on an extensive pre-launch schedule with the objective of ...

The April Player of the Month Award Goes to Hadi of Remo Stars

15May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

The April Player of the Month Award Goes to Hadi of Remo Stars

Securing the Remo Stars' Player of the Month award for April is Haruna Hadi. Hadi emerged victorious over experienced forward Sikiru Alimi, Nduka Junior, and Dela Akorli to clinch the award. Having played in 29 matches for Remo Stars this season, the midfielder contributed significantly to the team's two wins and two draws last month. With three goals in the Nigeria Premier Football League so far, Hadi also claimed the award for his outstanding performance in March. One of his notable contributions includes providing a crucial assist to Nduka Junior for a last-minute goal, securing a point against Doma United in Gombe. Hadi aims to continue supporting the Ikenne club in their quest for a maiden NPFL title. Currently positioned as the second team in the NPFL standings, Remo Stars are ju...

Approval granted for BUA Cement’s N120bn funding for the restoration of Lokoja-Benin road

15May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Approval granted for BUA Cement’s N120bn funding for the restoration of Lokoja-Benin road

Rehabilitation of the Okpella section of the Lokoja-Benin road and other sections has received the nod from the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Under Nigeria’s government tax credit scheme, BUA Cement will be funding the project with N120 billion. After the FEC meeting on Tuesday, the disclosure was made by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, via his official X handle. Following the approval at the FEC meeting, contracts were awarded for the equalisation of the Lokoja-Benin Road, Okpella Section, Lokoja-Benin, Dualised Auchi Section -Uromi Link Road, and Lokoja-Benin Road, Ekpoma Section,” revealed Onanuga. He added, “A fuel tanker recently submerged in water on this route, prompting villagers to swim to rescue the individuals aboard. BUA C...

Warning from Kwara Government regarding unauthorized charges for Common Entrance exam

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Warning from Kwara Government regarding unauthorized charges for Common Entrance exam

Principals of Junior Secondary Schools and head teachers of primary schools in Kwara State have been cautioned by the state government about imposing unlawful fees for the state placement examination (Common Entrance). In her office in Ilorin on Tuesday, the state Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu, made it clear that any individual who breaches this directive will be met with legal consequences. It was strongly emphasized that the common entrance exam is provided free of charge, and the government will not tolerate any form of extortion from pupils, as the examination is fully funded by the state government. Hajia Modibbo Kawu urged school principals and head teachers to avoid any actions that could tarnish the reputation of the stat...

Lai Mohammed expresses sorrow over the passing of Kwara monarch, Oba AbdulGaniyu Ajibola Olusokun II

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Lai Mohammed expresses sorrow over the passing of Kwara monarch, Oba AbdulGaniyu Ajibola Olusokun II

In a statement released in Abuja, Lai Mohammed, the former Minister of Information and Culture, conveyed deep sadness at the demise of His Royal Majesty, Elerin of Erin Ile, Oba AbdulGaniyu Ajibola Olusokun II, a distinguished Monarch in Kwara State. Having ruled for 41 years, Olusokun devoted himself to serving humanity, leaving an unforgettable impression on all those fortunate to have known him, according to the statement by Lai Mohammed. "His era as a ruler can be considered as the golden period of Erin Ile," he added. Lai Mohammed, who served eight years in the previous administration, extended his condolences to the people of Erin Ile, Kwara State, and Nigeria for this significant loss, urging everyone to seek comfort in the lasting legacy of Oba AbdulGaniyu Ajibola Olusoku...

After workers’ protest, Nigerian government unveils next steps following electricity tariff increase

14May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

After workers’ protest, Nigerian government unveils next steps following electricity tariff increase

The recent electricity tariff hike in Nigeria continues to spark controversy, with workers staging protests on Monday, demanding a reversal of the decision. Organized labour took action by picketing the offices of all eleven Electricity Distribution Companies and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). In Abuja, NLC president Joe Ajaero led the protest to the Ministry of Power and the NERC headquarters, while offices of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company were also affected. Similar protests occurred in states like Kwara, Lagos, Kaduna, Plateau, Enugu, and Sokoto, among others. During the picketing, Ajaero urged NERC to reconsider its approach to tariff increases in the electricity sector, attributing the hike to the country's high inflation rates. In respon...