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15 Killed, 17 Injured As Trailer Crashes In Kwara Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin A tragic road accident in Kwara State has claimed the lives of 15 people, while 17 others sustained varying degrees of injuries after a trailer conveying dozens of passengers crashed in the early hours of Sunday at Oko-Olowo, along the Ogbomoso-Oloru Road….
The Federal Government’s proposed reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), including the extension of the orientation course from three weeks to six weeks, is a welcome development if it is implemented with sincerity and clear objectives. The emphasis on workplace readiness, entrepreneurship, and skills acquisition reflects the realities of today’s economy, where…
Bishop Dr John Ibenu of Chapel of Freedom International Churches, has urged Nigerians to inspire hope and contribute positively to national development instead of dwelling on the nation’s challenges and blaming the system. Bishop Ibenu at a press conference in Lokoja, commended the efforts of government at various levels and acknowledged the difficulties confronting…
The Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly,Rt Hon. Deaconess Comfort Ojoma Nwuchiola Egwaba, has described her recent ordination as a divine call to deeper commitment and service in God’s vineyard. Egwaba made the declaration during a thanksgiving and dedication service held at the United Evangelical Church (UEC), Ganaja Bypass, Lokoja, where…
Kwara 2027: APC ‘Thanksgiving Walk’ Signals Unity, Readiness– Alakawa Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The ‘Thanksgiving Road Walk’ organised by the Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday in Ilorin, the state capital, witnessed a large turnout of party faithful, including party chieftains, men and women groups, as well as youths. The…
Saraki to pay relocation expenses of UNILORIN 1st Class graduate Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin Ilorin Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has pledged to cover the remaining relocation expenses of a First-Class Mathematics graduate from the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN’S), Adisa Blessing Oluwafikayo, after coming across her appeal on X (formerly Twitter). Adisa, who…
UNILORIN will admit MBBS students for 2026/2027 session: Mgt Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has dismissed reports circulating on social media that it will not admit candidates into its Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme for the 2026/2027 academic session, describing the claims as false and misleading. The institution,…
Dr. Segun Nezar Keyi, a respected medical practitioner, humanitarian and pioneer healthcare provider, has been laid to rest following a funeral service at the Cathedral of St. Peter, Ogori, in the Diocese of Ogori-Magongo, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion). He passed away at the age of 72. The funeral service was officiated by the…
In every society, security is the foundation upon which development thrives. Without peace and safety, economic activities decline, investments shrink, and citizens live in fear rather than hope. It is against this backdrop that the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has made security a cardinal pillar of governance in Kogi State, pursuing a…
PHC: Kwara Commissions High-Capacity Medical Waste Incinerator Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has recorded another major milestone with the commissioning of what is described as Nigeria’s first high-capacity medical waste incinerator dedicated to primary healthcare facilities. The landmark project, which had been officially handed over to the Kwara State Primary Health Care…
