Nigeria: Terrorists Abduct Nine Worshippers in Kwara Church, Three Rescued
Nine worshippers were abducted by suspected terrorists during a church service in Kwara State, Nigeria, while security forces managed to rescue three victims shortly after the abduction.
Three rescued after failed church attack in Kwara
Security forces thwarted a bandit attack on an ECWA Church in Kwara State, rescuing three of the abducted victims.
Bandits invade Kwara church, abduct worshippers
Bandits attacked an ECWA Church in Kwara State, Nigeria, during a service, abducting several worshippers and prompting a security response that rescued three individuals.
Terrorists planning to attack three Kwara LGs – Group
A security group in Nigeria has warned of potential simultaneous terrorist attacks in three local government areas of Kwara State later this month.
Zoning the Kwara governorship ticket to the North is risky for APC – Aspirant
Aspirant Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman warns that zoning the All Progressives Congress's 2027 governorship ticket in Kwara State to the northern district could be politically detrimental.
Eid-al-Fitr: Kwara Muslims hold first prayer after late Chief Imam
Muslim faithful in Kwara State held a significant Eid-el-Fitr prayer marking the end of Ramadan, the first since the passing of the former Chief Imam.
Kwara reaffirms commitment to improved oral hygiene
The Kwara State Government is dedicated to enhancing oral hygiene awareness as part of its healthcare initiatives, in light of World Oral Health Day 2026.
MDCN accredits Kwara varsity teaching hospital as training institution
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria has approved the Kwara State University Teaching Hospital to serve as a training institution for the university's preclinical medical program.
2027: Kwara, Cross River mandate resignation for officials seeking office
The Kwara State Government has mandated civil servants aiming to contest in the 2027 elections to resign from their positions, a directive echoed by Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu for political appointees.
2027: Group intensifies call for Christian governor in Kwara
A coalition in Kwara State advocates for the election of a Christian governor in the 2027 elections, promoting inclusivity in the state's leadership.
Kwara to unveil centralised emergency toll line
The Kwara State Government is preparing to launch a centralized emergency toll line to enhance rapid response capabilities for emergencies in the state.
Sallah: NSCDC deploys 2,350 operatives in Kwara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 2,350 operatives across Kwara State for enhanced security during the Eid celebration.
Eid-el-Fitr: Kwara begins payment of March salaries
The Kwara State Government has started paying March salaries to civil servants in preparation for the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
Eid-el-Fitr: NSCDC deploys over 2000 officers in Kwara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 2,350 officers across Kwara State to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
Kwara has the lowest under-5 mortality rate in Nigeria — AbdulRazaq
Kwara State has the lowest under-five mortality rate in Nigeria, according to a recent survey by the Federal Ministry of Health, as announced by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
Kwara records Nigeria’s lowest under-five mortality rate in 2024 – AbdulRasaq
Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq announced that the state has the lowest under-five mortality rate in Nigeria, according to the 2024 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey.
Kwara unveils committee to reclaim encroached school lands
The Kwara State Government has established a committee to recover encroached lands of public secondary schools across the state.
Kwara sets up committee to recover encroached public school lands
The Kwara State Government has established a committee aimed at reclaiming encroached lands of public secondary schools across the state.
Kwara PDP chieftain urges job creation
A PDP chieftain in Kwara State has called for prioritizing job creation and youth empowerment to combat crime and unemployment.
Fire guts motor park in Kwara, destroys two vehicles
A fire at a motor park in Ilorin, Kwara State, destroyed two vehicles and was brought under control by firefighters.
PDP begins statewide membership information update in Kwara
The Peoples Democratic Party in Kwara State is initiating a membership information update across all wards to enhance its database and ensure compliance with electoral regulations.
ECWA raises the alarm as kidnappers kill member, abduct five in Kwara
The ECWA church in Nigeria's Kwara State has expressed grave concerns over a string of kidnappings and murders, calling for immediate action after a member was killed and five others abducted in a recent attack.
Kwara governor inspects conference centre project, praises progress
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq praised the progress of the ongoing construction of the International Conference Centre in Ilorin during a recent site inspection.
Fire guts six shops, goods worth millions at Kwara market
A fire at Owode Market in Offa, Kwara State, has destroyed six shops and goods valued at millions of naira.
Kwara donates industrial garri machines to community
The Kwara State Government has provided industrial cassava flour processing machines to the community of Owode Oja to boost production and create sustainable job opportunities.
2027: Kwara ADC begins membership drive, aspirant unveils agenda
The African Democratic Congress in Kwara State has launched a membership drive ahead of the 2027 elections, with aspirant Abdulmumin Ajia presenting his political agenda.
Kwara powers 13 public hospitals with solar energy
The Kwara State Government is enhancing healthcare delivery by providing solar energy to 13 public hospitals to ensure reliable electricity supply.
IG vows to reclaim Kwara communities from bandits
The Inspector-General of Police in Nigeria pledged to take back Kwara State communities from bandits, promising intensified security operations to restore peace.
2027: Why I want to become Kwara governor — PDP chieftain Gambari
Omar Bolaji Gambari of the Peoples Democratic Party has announced his candidacy for the 2027 governorship election in Kwara State, emphasizing inclusive leadership and service to the people.
Nigeria: APC Members Allege Plans to Manipulate Congress List in Kwara
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State have protested against alleged attempts to manipulate the party executives' congress list.
Police confirm one dead, seven abducted in Sokoto, Kwara attacks
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed a bandit attack in Sokoto State resulting in one death and five abductions, alongside a separate incident in Kwara State where two individuals were also abducted.
UNICEF donates kits to Kwara attack victims
UNICEF has provided essential kits to assist victims of a recent attack in Woro Community, Kwara State, Nigeria.
Kwara orders statewide anti-snake fumigation
The Kwara State Government has initiated a statewide anti-snake fumigation program to combat the rising number of snake bite incidents across the region.
Kwara boy, 15, kills guardian after failed poisoning attempt
A 15-year-old boy in Kwara State has been arrested for allegedly murdering his guardian following an unsuccessful attempt to poison him.
NSCDC arrests two suspected bandits in Kwara
The NSCDC apprehended two suspected bandits in Kwara State following an intelligence-led operation.
Police arrest 15-year-old for killing aunt in Kwara
Kwara State Police in Nigeria have arrested a 15-year-old boy for allegedly murdering his aunt in Ilorin.
NSCDC arrests two suspected bandits, recovers firearm in Kwara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested two suspected bandits in Kwara State and recovered a firearm and other illicit items during the operation.
Police arrest suspected cultists, recover firearms in Kwara
Kwara State Police have detained members of secret cults and confiscated illegal firearms and paraphernalia in Ilorin following a deadly cult-related incident.
Nigeria: Kwara Court Sentences Two Bandits to Death By Hanging
A Kwara State High Court has sentenced two men to death by hanging for armed robbery and related crimes, following their involvement in a kidnapping case.
2027: If Kwara APC chairman fails, you all fail, AbdulRazaq tells party leaders
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq emphasized the importance of internal democracy within the APC as he urged party leaders to support all aspirants ahead of the upcoming primaries.
Six aspirants eye Kwara gov seat – AbdulRazaq
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq asserted that no successor has been endorsed ahead of the 2027 election, emphasizing an open primary process within the All Progressives Congress.
Kwara recruits 150 nurses, acquires MRI to boost healthcare
The Kwara State Government has recruited 150 nurses and acquired an MRI machine to improve healthcare services in the state.
No anointed candidate, Kwara gov vows open APC governorship race
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has denied endorsing a successor and emphasized that the All Progressives Congress will have an open primary for the 2027 governorship election.
Kwara Fire Service, NMDPRA Strengthen Partnership to Enhance Safety
The Kwara State Fire Service has partnered with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority to improve safety standards and compliance in the state.
Kwara APC chairman thanks Tinubu, AbdulRazaq after re-election
Sunday Fagbemi has been re-elected as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Kwara State, expressing gratitude to key political figures and party members.
2027: Kwara senator declares governorship ambition on APC platform
Senator Sulaiman Sadiq from Kwara North announces his intention to run for governor of Kwara State in 2027 under the APC.
DSS arrests suspected mastermind of Kogi, Kwara kidnappings
The Department of State Services has arrested Shafiu Usman, a suspected mastermind behind multiple kidnappings in Kogi, Kwara, Niger, and Zamfara states.
Kwara unveils safer birth training to curb maternal, child deaths
Kwara State launches a training program to improve maternal and child health outcomes and reduce preventable deaths.
Kwara unveils coding, digital literacy programme for schools
The Kwara State Government has launched the 2026 Coding and Digital Literacy Programme aimed at enhancing digital education in schools following the success of the previous year's initiative.
Kwara orders reversal of tricycle levy to ₦700
The Kwara State Government has announced a reduction of the daily tricycle levy to ₦700 following complaints of overcharging by ticket collectors.