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Emir bestows Sardaunan Ilorin title on Kwara Gov AbdulRazaq
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has been named the Sardaunan Ilorin, a prestigious title awarded by the Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, in recognition of the Governor’s commitment to preserving and promoting the culture and traditions of Nigeria’s southernmost emirate. Governor AbdulRazaq becomes the second individual to hold the title of Sardauna in Ilorin. His…
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First cohort of Lateef Jakande Academy graduates
By Adeola Ogunrinde The first fellows of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) graduated from the leadership program on Wednesday. The fellowship is an initiative of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to train and raise a new generation of leaders who would use practical skills and leadership to solve identified challenges across various areas of need. The pioneer cohort had 29 fellows…
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Hon. Shagaya distributes fertilizers to farmers in Ilorin West/Asa Federal Constituency (Photos)
The lawmaker, representing Ilorin West/Asa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Muktar Tolani Shagaya, @MuktarShagaya this week, distributed 600 bags of 50kg fertilizers to farmers in his constituency. According to him, the initiative is designed to support smallholder farmers across the Ilorin West/Asa Federal Constituency. Hon. Shagaya said the step aims to ‘reducing food production challenges and enhance…
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Kwara gears up to host 2024 BON Awards
…as Gov Abdulrazaq eyes big prospects for Sugar Factory Film Studio By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The movers and shakers of the Nigerian movie industry are expected in Ilorin this November as Kwara State hosts the 16th edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards. While receiving the hosting rights for the awards on Wednesday in Ilorin, Governor Abdulrazaq announced that…
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130 South-west groups converge in Lagos, warn against coup
-call for return to Regional Government Any military coup in Nigeria may lead to mass armed revolt and raise the prospect of a violent break-up of the country, representatives of 130 Pan Yoruba and community based groups warned on Wednesday in Lagos. The groups under the Alliance for Yoruba Democratic Movements, (AYDM) said, any plot to return Nigeria to military…
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Lagos to commence second phase of Ounje Eko on Sunday
… extends gesture to educational institutions The Lagos State government will commence Phase II of the Food Discount Markets, known as “Ounje Eko,” on Sunday, September 1, 2024. According to the government, this initiative aims to ensure sustainable and affordable food availability, allowing Lagos residents to purchase food items at lower prices. The first phase of the Ounje Eko Market…
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Customs intercepts N57.6m worth of Cannabis Sativa in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has achieved a significant breakthrough in its fight against smuggling activities with the interception of a large consignment of Cannabis Sativa worth N57.6 million. The seizure was made by operatives along the Yamboa axis of Bukuro in Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State on July 3,…
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Osun: NSCDC investigates three cases of child kidnapping in August
…urges parents to prioritize safety By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command, has announced that it is currently investigating three cases of child kidnapping, with some suspects already apprehended in connection with the crimes. The Commandant of NSCDC in the state, Michael Adaralewa, expressed concern over the reports of child kidnappings received…
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First Baptist Church, Ilorin to celebrate 85th anniversary in grand style
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin First Baptist Church, Suru-Lere, Ilorin under the leadership of Rev. Dr. ‘Yinka Ololade, is set to celebrate its 85th anniversary with a week-long program, starting on Sunday, September 8, 2024. The celebration will culminate in a grand ceremony on Saturday, September 14, at the church auditorium, with the aim of raising N85 million for church development.…
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Lagos concludes International Youth Day celebrations with parade, grants
The weeklong celebrations for the 2024 International Day of Youth in Lagos State culminated on Tuesday with a grand march past and parade organized by the Ministry of Youth and Social Development. The event, held at the Campos Mini Stadium on Lagos Island, was attended by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who reiterated his administration’s commitment to leveraging the potential of young…
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