UNILORIN Alumnus Praises University For Career Foundation
Dr. Abdulazeez Arowona, Press Secretary to the Emir of Ilorin and a distinguished alumnus of the University of Ilorin, has commended his alma mater for laying the foundation for his career and achievements. In an interview with UNILORIN 89.3FM, hosted by Station Manager Idris Alooma, Dr. Arowona expressed gratitude to the University for shaping him […]
Kwara Government Condemns Deadly Kaiama Attacks
The Kwara State Government has confirmed a deadly attack on communities in Kaiama Local Government Area and strongly condemned the killings. In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq said he was deeply saddened by the loss of lives, describing the attack as a cowardly assault […]
Emir of Ilorin Condoles with Kaiama Over Deadly Attacks
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has expressed deep condolences to the people of Kaiama Local Government Area following the recent deadly attacks in the area. In a condolence message released on Wednesday by the Emir’s Press Secretary, Dr. Abdulazeez Arowona, the […]
PDP Condemns Brutal Bandit Attack In Woro, Kwara
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has condemned a violent bandit attack on Woro town in Kaiama Local Government Area, which reportedly left more than ten people dead and several houses burned. In a statement signed by the PDP State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, the party described the attack as a “despicable, […]
Kwara Polytechnic Remains Shut As Student, Traders Express Worries
Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, remains largely deserted following the state government’s decision to shut down the institution. Recall that the decision followed the escalation of a protest held by students of the institution A situation report from Emirate FM correspondent, Treasure Ajayi, shows that the school environment records minimal activity, with lecture halls closed […]
NECO Releases 2025 SSCE External Results, Records 71.63% Pass Rate
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External, recording a pass rate of 71.63 per cent. The Registrar and Chief Executive of NECO, Prof. Dantani Ibrahim-Wushishi, announced this on Wednesday at a news conference at the council’s headquarters in Minna. He said the examination was […]
Kwara Gamjites Hold Prayer For Sir Ahmadu Bello, Late Leaders
The Kwara State chapter of the Gamji Members Association (GAMA) on Monday held a special prayer session in Ilorin to mark the 60th anniversary of the assassination of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Premier of Northern Nigeria and Sardauna of Sokoto, who was killed during Nigeria’s first military coup on January 15, 1966. The event also […]
Kwara United Beat Warri Wolves, Escape Drop Zone
Kwara United recorded a vital 2–1 victory over Warri Wolves on Sunday at the Rashidi Yekini Main Stadium, Ilorin, to move out of the relegation zone in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Emirate 98.5FM correspondent, Abdulrahman Abdulrahman Afunja, reported that Olaniyi Saheed starred for the Harmony Boys, opening the scoring in the 17th minute. […]
Renowned Islamic Scholar Professor Badmas Olanrewaju Yusuf Dies At 69
The University of Ilorin has announced the death of Professor Badmas Olanrewaju Yusuf, a distinguished Islamic scholar and Director of the Linguistic Immersion Centre. Prof. Yusuf, who joined the University of Ilorin in 1991, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, after a brief illness at the age of 69. His funeral took place the […]
Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu Visit To Emirate 98.5 Fm
During the visit of Honorable commissioner for youth development Kwara state, also chairman NYSC govorning board Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu to Emirate 98.5 fm in ilorin, he spoke excessively on the effort of the government to return the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp back to Yikpata as the perimeter fence is almost done […]
