Author: Herald Newspaper

The Federal Government has handed over to the Kwara State Government 132 housing units at the National Housing Programme Estate in Ogbondoroko. Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Thursday received documents and keys to Kwara’s units at the National Housing Programme Estate, Ogbondoroko in Asa Local Government Area of the State. He said acquisition of the estate would reduce housing deficit in Kwara and provide sustainable housing for residents. The Governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Dr Segun Ogunsola, explained that the estate has been fully bought and acquired by Kwara State Government…

The Kwara State House of Assembly on Thursday passed for Second Reading a Bill seeking to amend the State Public Procurement Law No. 7 of 2020. The Bill, titled Kwara State Public Procurement (Amendment) Bill, 2026 – KWHAB 8, was considered during plenary. Moving the motion for amendment of the bill, the House Leader, Abdulkadir Magaji (APC/Ilorin Central), explained that the proposed amendment was aimed at strengthening the state’s procurement framework. He said that the Bill seeks to increase the financial thresholds for Open Competitive Bidding and Restricted Procurement. Magaji added that the Bill, among other things, sought to approve…

By Ruth Adebayo The First Lady of Kwara State, Professor Olufolake AbdulRazaq, says investing in young people is no longer optional but a strategic necessity for sustainable development, peace, and shared prosperity. She made the remarks on Wednesday in Ilorin while delivering an address at the official launch and public presentation of the 2026 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. Professor AbdulRazaq praised the Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) Nigeria Branch for its longstanding dedication to youth empowerment, education, and advocacy across Commonwealth nations. She explained that the Commonwealth operates on shared values including democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, noting…

By Olufemi Adedayo The awaited official opening ceremony of Wingate Exotic Hotel, a super rendezvous in Ilorin, Kwara State, took place recently amidst pomp and pageantry. Located at KM 10, University of Ilorin Road, Tanke Ajanaku, the event, which took place on Saturday, 4th April, 2026, dubbed the “Dive (Sip & Splash) Party,” featured live music and performances. The hotel offers luxury amenities, including a swimming pool, restaurant, and currently 32 guest rooms. The event which started at exactly 12pm was declared open by His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulwahaab Olukayode Oyedotun, the Orangun of Ila-Orangun marking a significant milestone in…

Thomas Adewumi University (TAU), Oko-Irese, in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, has acquired a state-of-the-art virtual dissection table for its medical students towards improving medical education in Nigeria. According to the institution’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fransisca Oladipo, the University recently took delivery of the Asclepius TBK 84 EA Virtual Dissection Table, an 84-inch interactive 3D system designed to support the teaching of anatomy, radiology, and surgical procedures from the German 3B Scientific company for medical training solutions. While fielding questions from journalists, the Vice Chancellor disclosed that TAU now ranks among the few Nigerian institutions adopting virtual dissection…

From Yomi Adeboye, Lagos Palpable air of gratitude, glitz and glamour pervaded the home of the Sagayas in the serene neighbourhood of Osborne Foreshore Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos on April 12, 2026. On that special Sunday, eminent Kwarans, led by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq along with some of Nigeria’s leading lights exchanged friendly banters and mutual backslapping at the event organized to celebrate one of Nigeria’s most successful entrepreneurs, iconic engineer, distinguished community leader and uncommon philanthropist, Engr. Yusuf Lanre Sagaya, (MFR, OFR), on the occasion of his 80th birthday. The event was not just another birthday party but the celebration of…

By Oluwatobi Aroyehun It was a gathering marked by political unity, cultural vibrance, and a strong message of continuity as stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Irepodun Local Government Area converged at the Omu-Aran City Hall to endorse Rt. Hon. Salihu Yakubu Danladi (SYD) for the 2027 Kwara State governorship election. The event, which drew party leaders, grassroots mobilizers, and community stakeholders, also served as a platform to reaffirm support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. Prayers were offered for Governor AbdulRazaq’s continued success, while party faithful were encouraged to support Danladi as a worthy…

By Zarumi Mashood Kwara State Government on Wednesday handed different industrial cassava flour (Garri) processing machines to the people of Owode Oja in Asa Local Government to scale up their business, create jobs, improve livelihoods, and encourage sustainable development. In August 2025, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq visited Owode Oja to inspect some road projects in Asa, during which he commended the women and asked for their other needs apart from the administration’s earlier interventions. The machines included dewatered cassava mash fryer; cassava mash sifter; and cassava grater with 1.5tons capacity on a daily basis. While presenting the items to the community…

By Zarumi Mashood The Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday received Nigeria’s new Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, on a working visit to the state, indicating a renewed commitment of the Force to combat crimes in collaboration with other state actors. Addressing journalists after his meeting with the Governor, the IGP said he was on an operational visit on how to strengthen public safety. Having led a special task force on clearance operations in the state a few weeks ago, Disu said he is aware of the challenges in Kwara State. He assured the people of…

By Zarumi Mashood The Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday hosted Kwara schoolchildren who recently won the International Junior Secondary School Debate Championship in Malaysia. Concluded in December, 2025, the competition featured 16 countries from across Asia, Africa, and Europe, with Nigeria fully represented by pupils of the Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board KwSUBEB. They represented Nigeria on the ground of their being the national champions in school debate — a feat Kwara has recorded for four consecutive years. Shortly after Malaysia’s outing last December, the team (Kwara Contingent) participated in the Nigerian Presidential School Debate in…