US Drone Strikes Target ISIS in Northwest Nigeria
Nigeria confirms US used drone-launched missiles in Christmas Day strikes against ISIS militants. Details emerge on Sokoto and Kwara state operations. Full story here.
Nigeria confirms US used drone-launched missiles in Christmas Day strikes against ISIS militants. Details emerge on Sokoto and Kwara state operations. Full story here.
Nigeria Police arrest two key bandits, Abubakar Usman & Shehu Mohammadu, in Kaiama, Kwara. Recover AK-47, ransom cash, motorcycle. IGP commends operatives.
Kwara state teachers protest being left out of a 30% salary allowance. They accuse the NUT leadership of inaction and reveal many are surviving on loans. Read the full story.
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) warns chronic underfunding and insecurity could cripple Nigeria's technical education. The union demands economic relief, funding release, and an end to the HND/BSc dichotomy. #Education #Nigeria
Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan Ile in Kwara, is free after 25 days. The community paid a huge ransom in two installments without government help. Read the full story.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq presents a N644 billion 2026 budget to the Kwara State Assembly, with 66% for capital expenditure to complete ongoing projects and support workers. Read the full breakdown.
Kogi State Polytechnic terminates staff for s3xual molestation, demotes deputy registrar for negligence. Council also approves promotions for 583 staff. Read the full report.
The World Bank's IMPACT project has revitalised 83 Primary Health Centres in Kwara State, enhancing access to quality healthcare, safe deliveries, and immunisation for over 722,000 outpatients. Read more.
A prominent Kwara cleric warns APC and PDP that zoning the 2027 governorship outside Ilorin will lead to failure. Meanwhile, traditional rulers from Kwara North and South unite to demand a power shift.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq presents a N644bn 2026 budget to Kwara State House of Assembly, focusing 65.98% on capital projects for growth. Read the full details.
As Kwara gears up for 2027, a fierce succession battle unfolds. Analysts examine if power will rotate or if Central's 18-year dominance continues. Discover the key players and political strategies shaping the race.
Dr. Sunday Zaccheaus Saanu shares his 14-year journey from HND to PhD, detailing the discrimination he faced and his recovery plan. He urges an end to the HND-degree dichotomy.
The Polytechnic Ibadan honoured Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi, SAN Ahmed Raji & others at its 40th convocation. Governor Makinde reaffirmed education priority. Read the full report.
At The Polytechnic Ibadan's 40th convocation, Governor Seyi Makinde and Ooni Ogunwusi charged 4,393 graduands on hard work and innovation. The Ooni donated N5m for best students. Read the full report.
A senior aide to Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has accused the PDP of spreading dangerous misinformation on insecurity. The opposition party refutes the claims, alleging government links to suspects. ONSA clarifies arms distribution policy.
A key APC group in Kwara State, KPLOT, urges that the 2027 governorship be based on capacity and experience, not zoning or sentiment, to tackle insecurity. Read their full demands.
Angry mob assaults Zamfara lawmaker Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi for alleged neglect. Separately, Kwara Assembly suspends Saba Yisa Gideon for 3 months over recording breach. Get the full details.
Kwara State House of Assembly suspends Hon. Saba Yisa Gideon for three months for contempt and breach of privilege after he recorded and shared a meeting. Read the full details and implications.
Nigeria's NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, clarifies that armed individuals detained in Kwara State are government-backed vigilantes, part of a hybrid security strategy. Get the full details and public reaction here.
KWACCIMA alleges the Kwara State government deliberately withdrew support, harming the 12th Trade Fair's success and foreign participation. Read the full details.
Ondo State Police have arrested a suspect in the murder of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic student Ayodele Peter. The Commissioner of Police has reassured residents of enhanced security.
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have kidnapped five employees of Fix Contracting Engineering Company in Kwara State. Security forces are combing the area. Read for details and updates.
Kwara State University abruptly moved students from Ilesha-Baruba campus back to Malete amid fears of a planned mass abduction by terrorists. Students report panic and suspicious movements.
Suspected bandits killed two residents in Ifelodun LGA, Kwara State. The attack happened on Monday, December 15, 2025. Read for details and community impact.
Rights group CSMR calls for immediate federal investigation into claims linking Kwara State Government to arming bandits, demands Governor AbdulRazaq's suspension. Full details.
Suspected bandits launched a fresh attack on Oreke town in Kwara state, killing two youths and forcing residents to run for their lives. Read the full report on the worsening insecurity.
Kwara PDP demands a state of emergency and governor's suspension over bandits' allegations of state sponsorship. Read the full details and government's rebuttal.
A Nigerian university graduate is heartbroken after her mother passed away unexpectedly on her graduation day. The emotional story has gone viral on TikTok, drawing condolences nationwide.
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses ₦997.8 million to cover tuition for 5,386 Kwara State University students for the 2024/2025 session. Read the full details of this major educational intervention.