Kwara Governor Sends Ramadan, Lent Greetings To Faith Communities
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has extended special greetings to both Muslim and Christian communities ahead of the Ramadan and Lent fasting seasons, which begin on 18 February 2026. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor noted that the simultaneous start of the two fasting periods underscores the importance […]
Kano Suspends Entertainment Centres for Ramadan Observance
The Kano State Censorship Board has ordered the immediate closure of all entertainment centres across the state, including event venues and disc jockey (DJ) operations, ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. The directive was announced Tuesday by the board’s Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman. “Effective from Wednesday, 18 February 2026, all entertainment centres […]
ASUU Resumes Strike At Taraba State University Over Unfulfilled Agreement
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Taraba State University (TSU) branch has resumed its previously suspended indefinite strike, citing the Taraba State Government’s failure to implement a 2025 agreement. In a statement released Wednesday in Jalingo, the union’s chairman, Dr. Joshua Garba Mbave, said the resumption follows the government’s inability to take “concrete and […]
Children late Chief Imam of Ilorin Sends Appreciation Messages To Gov. Abdulrazaq, Emir Sulu-Gambari, Others
The entire family members of Shaykh (Dr) Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih OON, the 12th Chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate and Chairman Kwara State Council of Ulama who returned back to his Creator (Allah Subhanahu Wat’Taala) on Monday 19th January 2026, hereby expressed our profound gratitutes to Almighty Allah for His Mercies and Providence over us […]
BREAKING….. Saudi Arabia Announces 2026 Ramadan Date
The Saudi news agency, SPA, reported the news, saying that the crescent moon was visible for the sighting committee tonight. Many other countries have announced Wednesday, February 18, as the first day of Ramadan, including Qatar. During Ramadan, Muslims across the country will engage in different activities, including flocking to mosques during the evenings to […]
Court Orders Forfeiture Of Trucks In Illegal Mining Crackdown
The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured an interim forfeiture order for nine trucks loaded with assorted solid minerals and the final forfeiture of the contents of another truck as part of efforts to curb illegal mining in Kwara and Oyo states. The order was granted on Tuesday […]
IEDPU U.S. Branch Distributes 750 Ramadan Food Bags
The Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU), U.S.A Branch, has commenced its 2026 Annual Ramadan Package Distribution in Ilorin, Kwara State, providing food support to vulnerable families ahead of the fasting month. The distribution was launched at the union’s National Secretariat in Geri Alimi, Ilorin, in the presence of community leaders, beneficiaries and other stakeholders. […]
PHOTO: Kwara Dep. Gov. Decorates ADC, MM Dambatta With ASP Rank
Kwara Dep. Gov. Decorates ADC, MM Dambatta With ASP Rank
The Deputy Governor of Kwara State, Mr Kayode Alabi, on Tuesday decorated his Aide-de-Camp, Inspector Muhammad Awwal Dambatta, with his new rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP). The decoration was jointly performed by the Deputy Governor and the Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP Adekimi Ojo. Our Staff reporter, Omotolani Dare who witnessed […]
FJSC Appoints Yahaya Shafa Acting Chief Registrar
The Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) has approved the appointment of Yahaya Yakubu Shafa as Acting Chief Registrar of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, effective February 17, 2026. The decision was announced on Tuesday in Abuja and follows the elevation of the former Chief Registrar, Sulaiman Amida Hassan, to the Bench of the Federal […]
