​ By: Olufadi Balarabe Ayuba In the city of Ilorin, where harmony resides, Weekends unfurl with joyous tides. Families of diverse norms, they gather near, In their beautiful homes, love is held dear. Weddings are bound by holy helms, Ensuring joy that forever overwhelms. A city of business, like ancient trade routes, Weekends rise, embracing its fruitful pursuits. We salute the beauty of our cherished place, Where clouds applaud the bustling commercial space. Legacies of harmony, grace every street, Histories flood the nooks, making our hearts beat. Weekends arrive like a newborn child, Bringing serenity, tenderness and mild. Refreshment spots, a balm for our souls, Cinema, zoo, museum, each moment unfolds. Preparing us for the week ahead, Weekends in my city, a tapestry spread. For news coverage and advertisements placement, contact Prime News; Gmail: pmonlinenews@gmail.com  WhatsApp: 09021757862 Facebook: Prime News Online 

​ The Rector, Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin,Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed has felicitated  with christian staff in the Polytechnic on the occasion of this year’s Christmas celebration, urging them to draw from the spiritual importance of the celebration by sharing love and fostering harmony in institution and  the state at large . Abdul, who described Christmas as a moment of reflection on the blessings that the birth of Jesus Christ symbolizes for humanity, also urged the christian community in the Polytechnic to embrace the spirit of compassion and kindness that the season reflects. He called on the staff to appreciate the strength and prospects of unity in driving the needed progress for the institution and the state, saying the season should be used to renew bonds, lend helping hands and spread love without boundaries. To put smiles on the faces of the staff during the Christmas and New Year celebrations, Abdul had earlier approved end of the year welfare package for al...

A Plateau State High Court sitting in Jos, the state capital, has ordered the seizure of a vehicle belonging to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over a suit between John Eche Okpe, a legal practitioner, and the apex bank. The writ attachment ordered by Justice N.D. Shaseet was signed by the registrar, and the property seized is an Innoson IVM Double Cabin vehicle with the registration number KUJ696DD. In the case, with number PLD/J397/m/2023, Okpe had obtained judgment against the Federal Government and some of its agencies and sought to enforce the judgment via garnishee proceedings against the CBN. The garnishee order nisi is to the tune of N10m as made absolute by the judge on November 1, 2023. The notice indicated that since giving the order, the Central Bank of Nigeria had refused to comply, necessitating the property seizure. NewsCredit: (DailyTrust) For news coverage and advertisements placement, contact Prime News; Gmail: pmonlinenews@gmail.com  WhatsApp: 09021...

President Bola Tinubu is already taking measures to address the challenges brought about by the reforms introduced by the administration in all sectors of the economy. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Abuja, adding that more such measures would be taken in 2024. He said Tinubu had never shied away from acknowledging the temporary pains triggered by the reforms, stressing that proactive measures would continue to be taken. ’President Tinubu, who promised during the campaign to take hard and difficult decisions, moved to tackle the economic problems from Day One, by first dispensing with the wasteful fuel subsidy that was billed to consume about N7trillion this year, five times more than what was provisioned for capital spending.’’ NewsCredit: (The Punch) For news coverage and advertisements placement, contact Prime News; Gmail: pmonlinenews@gmail.com  WhatsApp: 09021757862 Faceboo...

Ikeja Electric Distribution Company (IED) has explained why some parts of Lagos State and by extension, nationwide is experiencing power supply disruption. The Nation learnt Egbin Power Station, one of the largest thermal power stations in the country, has been temporarily shut down to facilitate maintenance work on a crucial gas pipeline. The Egbin power station is located in the Ikorodu area of Lagos state and supplies around 16% of the total electricity to the National Grid. The shutdown, commenced at 11:13 hours on December 18, 2023, is expected to last for three days, causing a substantial reduction in the national power grid’s capacity. NewsCredit: (The Nation) For news coverage and advertisement placement, contact Prime News; Gmail: pmonlinenews@gmail.com WhatsApp: 09021757862 Facebook: Prime News Online  

By: Olufadi Balarabe Ayuba. Let her know the day she was born nakedly beautiful with tears of joy rolling down her stunningly soft cheeks.  Let her know the day she had enough words to say but could only speak through the inexhaustible care of her beloved mother.  Let her know those days she could not by herself take some walks down the road, but could comfortably tour the entire city tied on her mother's back. Let her know those days when she had to cry all night before she could answer nature's call, except lullabies were sung to ease her trips.  Let her know the days she couldn't bathe herself, compelling her mother to wake up early, warm the water, and ignore her refusal to take a bath every morning!  Let her know the day she couldn't do makeovers to beautify herself, as her mother took center stage to apply "Dusting Powder" to introduce the beauty of her Darling Princess to the world.  Let her know the days when all others had forsaken, except...

President Bola Tinubu on Monday, December 18, said the federal government is taking measures to alleviate the high cost of transportation by granting waivers to operators in the air, road, and rail transportation systems. President Tinubu gave the assurance during a meeting with members of the Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria (NPAN), who paid him a visit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, the consideration was as a result of the challenges faced by travellers during the festive season. President Tinubu assured NPAN that his administration will always uphold media freedom and respect opinions, whether they are adversarial or complimentary to his government. He assured the body’s members that he would carefully consider their request for a review of policies affecting the paper industry, acknowledging concerns about existing regulations hindering local access to newsprint...

The United Nations Migration Agency, International Organisation for Migration, said more than 1,000 Nigerians have fallen victim to scams involving foreign job opportunities in the United Kingdom. This was as it advised Nigerians to seek proper information before embarking on any migration. IOM’s Chief of Mission, Laurent De Boeck, disclosed these at a news conference on Monday in Abuja. “Collaborating with the Federal Government of Nigeria, IOM facilitated the return of 4,431 Nigerians and supported their reintegration. A total of 2,853 individuals received reintegration assistance, engaging in socio-economic opportunities of their choice. “IOM’s Migration Health efforts in 2023, including over 260,000 Pre-Departure Medical Health Assessments diagnosing and referring 166 migrants with TB, administering 15,000 vaccine doses, and renovating three public hospitals, exemplified the organization’s commitment to comprehensive healthcare,” he stated. NewsCredit: (The Pun...

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has said there is no specific treatment available for the dengue fever. It, therefore, urged Nigerians, especially people living in Sokoto, to take preventive measures against the virus. The NCDC had on Saturday confirmed the outbreak of dengue fever in Sokoto State. “Available data shows that prevention and control of dengue virus infection depend on vector control. There is no specific treatment for dengue, however, early detection and prompt initiation of supportive treatment have been shown to significantly reduce death,” the NCDC said on its website. Dengue fever is a viral infection caused by the dengue virus and transmitted to humans through the infected mosquito’s bite. Human-to-human transmission of the virus has not been established. The public health institute said most people with dengue fever have mild or no symptoms and will get better in one to two weeks. “Rarely, dengue can be severe and lead to death. If...

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mr Ola Olukoyede, has called for legislation against unexplained wealth, as a way of checking the criminal activities of treasury looters in the country. The EFCC spokesperson, Mr Dele Oyewale, in a statement, quoted Olukoyede as making the call at a two-day International Law Conference organised by Christopher University, Mowe, Ogun State. The theme of the conference was “Unexplained Wealth in the Global South: Examining the Asset Recovery and Return Trajectory.” Olukoyede said several countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Mauritius, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Trinidad and Tobago, had embraced the Unexplained Wealth Orders since it came into force in 2018. He said the EFCC was still relying on the provisions of Section 7 of its Establishment Act to check the menace. “The issue of unexplained wealth is not a local issue. There are pieces of jurisdictional legislation across the world to tackle it. “To date...

​ The Rector, Kwara State  Polytechnic, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed was yesterday honoured with the prestigious award of Fellow of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE). His investiture as a Fellows took place at  Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos during the NIMechE Fellowship Conferment Ceremony.  Abdul who was decorated along with other worthy engineers was recognized by the institution for his landmark contributions to the development of Engineering Education and Practice in Nigeria. Meanwhile, the Polytechnic community has congratulated the Rector who was conferred with the prestigious award of Fellow of NIMechE describing it as well deserved. They described the Rector as a qualified and certified engineer who has made his marks in the engineering profession. According to the staff of the Polytechnic, the Rector is a model to practicing and upcoming engineers. They pray Allah to grant the Rector more wisdom, guidance and sound health as he conti...

​ MNCHW is designed to improve maternal and child health - Elelu In furtherance of the efforts to sustain the reduction in maternal and child mortality rates, The Kwara State Government through the Kwara State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (KWSPHCDA) has commenced the Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Programme in all the 16 Local Government Areas of the state. The intervention which was kicked off on Monday, 4th December, 2023 will continue till 8th December, 2023 at the designated facilities to enhance access to quality health care for mothers and children for improved maternal health outcomes Speaking on the objective of the program, the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Primary Health Care Agency (KWSPHCDA), Dr. Nusirat Elelu stated that the intervention is intended to provide consistent and high quality care for women and children, saying that the program would accelerate the Improvement of maternal health and promote equity-based health intervention. " The obje...

​ Says Governor AbdulRahman has revolutionized healthcare delivery through digital innovation The Kwara State Government through the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA) has engendered sustainable and resilient primary health care system that deepens access to quality health services, upgrades healthcare infrastructure and promotes the wellbeing of the people. The evidence-based statement was made by the Executive Secretary, Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), Dr. Nusirat Elelu at the 40th Media Parliament of the Kwara State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists, where she was the guest speaker on the theme " Transforming Primary Health Care Beyond Lip Service" Speaking at the event, the Executive Secretary identified the roles of the primary health care system in ensuring equitable access to essential healthcare services, stating that the implementation of the various health initiatives conceived by the KWSPHCDA has eleva...

​ The Executive Secretary of Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), Dr Nusirat Elelu has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness (HRH), Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari on the 28th anniversary of his ascension to the exalted throne, describing him as a personification of sterling attributes who dedicates his life to the welfare of his people  The Executive Secretary, in a goodwill message issued on Saturday, extolled the leadership qualities of the retired eminent justice, saying that his reign has ushered in sustainable growth, stability and economic transformation in the state. " On behalf of my family and the management of the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), I convey our warm felicitations to His Eminence, Emir of Ilorin and the Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari on the momentous occasion of the 28th anniversary of his ascension to the throne. The Emir is a model of peace, unit...

​ Kwara has not recorded any incidence of polio disease in recent years - Elelu The Kwara State Government has flagged off the National Immunisation Plus Days (NIPDs) campaign in a continued pursuit of the drive aimed at strengthening the immunity of the children and sustaining the protective mechanism against the incidence of polio disease in the state. The flag off ceremony which had several traditional leaders in attendance, was convened at the palace of His Eminence, Dr Ibrahim Zulu Gambari, signalling the commencement of the vaccination exercise for children aged between 0 to 59 months, irrespective of their previous immunization status. Speaking at the event, the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), Dr. Nusirat Elelu reaffirmed the  commitment of Kwara State at strengthening the immunization initiative, describing it as the most cost-effective measure to reduce infant and child mortality. While reiterating the Agency's dedi...

​ The Head of Alumni Unit, Kwara State Polytechnic, Enoch Abimbola Opaleke has been elected as the Vice President I (North) of the Forum of Nigerian Polytechnic Alumni Associations (FONPAA) as a testament to his dedication and commitment to the advancement of polytechnic education in Nigeria.  In a congratulatory message from the General Secretary, Kwara State Polytechnic Worldwide Alumni Association, Ibraheem AbdulGaneey on Saturday, expressed confident that Opaleke leadership will bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, furthering the goals and objectives of FONPAA.   He therefore enjoined members of the public to join him in congratulating the newly elected Vice President on his new position and in supporting his efforts to strengthen alumni associations and polytechnic institutions across the country. For news coverage and advertisements placement, contact Prime News;  Gmail: pmonlinenews@gmail.com WhatsApp: 09021757862 Facebook: Prime News Online...

​ Join us for the grand celebration of knowledge and achievement at the 29th Convocation Ceremony! 📆 Date: November 8th-9th, 2023 🏛️ Venue: Late Admiral Muhammad Lawal Auditorium 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM 🎓 Convocation Lecture Title: "Technological Innovations: A Panacea to Emerging National Challenges" 🎙️ Host: Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed 🌟 Chief Host: Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq 🗣️ Distinguished Convocation Lecturer: Engr. Dr. Taofeek A. Abdul-Hameed 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Under the esteemed leadership of the Chairman Convocation Committee, Dr. Mrs. Adam H.N (Former Deputy Rector, Admin), we invite you to be a part of this momentous occasion. This is not just an invitation, it's an opportunity to be inspired, gain insights, and witness the power of technological innovations in addressing our nation's challenges. Don't miss out on this incredible event. Be there to celebrate knowledge and the future it promises!  #KPConvocation2023 🎓🎉 For news coverage and advertisement...

​ The Kwara State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mary Ronke Arinde has commended the Kwara State Polytechnic for its productive service delivery.  The Commissioner gave the commendation during her familiarization visit to the Polytechnic today. Dr. Arinde emphasized that the citadel of learning has maintained its standard as it has produced job creators rather than job seekers, through its entrepreneurial initiatives for students. Having toured round the institution's facilities, the Commissioner disclosed that government would tackle its encroachment matters seriously, in order to protect lives and properties around the Polytechnic and beef up security as well. She assured that the administration of Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq would offer its support and commitment at ensuring effective service delivery in tertiary institutions across the state. Arinde explained further that the state government is proud of the entrepreneurial initiatives for students, which she said h...

​ The staff of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin have expressed unreserved joy and appreciation to the state governor, Mall. AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq over the rice palliative which they described as a philanthropic gesture by the governor.  Speaking on behalf of the Polytechnic community, the Rector, Engr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed disclosed that the 180 bags of rice given to the Polytechnic will put smile on the faces of the staff just as other numerous palliatives of the state government have brought succor to many kwarans. Abdul who commended the free bus rides initiative of the government and #10,000 monthly palliative for state workers  stressed that the rice given to the Polytechnic will also neutralize the effects of subsidy removal on the staff of the institution. He disclosed that the Polytechnic in support of the government efforts had earlier introduced free bus rides for its staff. Abdul also lauded governor AbdulRahman's efforts on investing in human capital development in...

​ The Executive Secretary, Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA). Dr. Nusirat Elelu has urged Muslim Ummahs to embrace the exemplary leadership and virtues of the noble Prophet Muhammad (SAW) on the special occasion of this year's Maolud Nabiyy.  In a statement made available on Wednesday, she described the birth of Prophet Muhammad as an event that reshaped human history, called on the Muslim faithful to take a cue from the prophet's tolerance, generosity, humility, and modesty. Dr. Elelu who further charged on harmony, preaches that unity is the key to getting Allah’s favor, mercy and protection, adding that everyone should use the opportunity to pray for the state and country as a whole during this hardship.  “As we celebrate the Eid-el-Maulud, I call on all Muslims to ensure that they uphold the love and tolerance this celebration signifies and also to continue to pray for the peace and prosperity of our nation as a whole and Kwara State in particul...

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​ As all is set for the commissioning of the Olufadi Maternity and Child Referral Centre, Ilorin, today, Thursday, September 21,2023, the Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union,the umbrella sociocultural organisation of the good people of Ilorin Emirate in Kwara State, has commended the Executive Director,Finance, Nigerian National Petroleum Company PLC,Dr Abdulkadir Tunji Nagode, for facilitating the project. In a statement personally signed by the Union's National President,Alhaji Aliyu Otta Uthman,fsi, and distributed to newsmen in Ilorin, the Union thanked Dr Nagode for ensuring that the project is sited and executed in Ilorin, saying that its location in the Kwara State capital would be of tremendous benefit to the ordinary people of the community and their neighbours. The community leader explained that the Clinic would definitely complement the efforts of the Kwara State Government towards reducing maternal and child mortality in the State. Alhaji Uthman also congratul...

​  By: Olufadi Balarabe Ayuba  Ed Markey, a U.S. senator, argues that “Education is not only a ladder of opportunity, but it is also an investment in our future” (Markey, 2019, para. 3). This qoute underscores the importance of investing in education for a better future. Consequently, The Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has embarked on the renovation of the Old Institute of Technology (IOT) building, which has been in existence since 1990. The renovation is part of the infrastructural development in the institution, which aims to foster academic convenience and institutional progress. The IOT building was initially awarded to Engr. Adeoye in 1990, but the project was abandoned in 1994. It was later re-awarded to another contractor during the regime of Col. Rasheed Alade Shekoni, who started a new work but did not finished it either. During the administration of Alh. Masud Elelu, The management inspected the unfinished/unoccupied building and decided to provide furniture and o...

​ An Associate Professor at the Department of Veterinary  Public Health and Preventive Medicine, University Of Ilorin, Dr. Nusirat Elelu has facilitated the donation of molecular laboratory equipment by the International Foundation For Science, Sweden to the university.  The items which were delivered on Saturday, 2nd of September, 2023 was received by the University’s Desk Officer on ranking, Dr. Ismaili Odetokun, on behalf of the Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Prof. Oyebisi Mistura Azeez.  Dr. Elelu, in an interview with news men, said the facility would be the first of its kind in the university and among the very few of each across the country, adding that the laboratory would help in real time disease diagnosis, control and management among human beings and domestic animals.  The associate professor furthered that the laboratory would assist in the detection, diagnosis and surveillance of diseases, and will thereby help in controlling their spread....

​ The Rector, Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed has described the appointment of Dr. Mary  Arinde as Commissioner, Ministry of Tertiary Education as well deserved one. A statement issued and signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Polytechnic,  Mrs. Halimat Garba, says the track records of Dr. Arinde qualifies her for the post. According to the statement, the Rector, who congratulated the commissioner on behalf of the management, staff and students of the institution, noted that Dr. Arinde's rich experiences  would no doubt, bring to bear, modern administrative techniques, creativity and innovations in the Ministry of Tertiary Education. He, however, lauded  the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, for the appointment, stressing that the ministry would continue to wax stronger with the newly appointed commissioner. The Rector, therefore, prayed God to grant the commissioner stable health, wisdom, knowledge and understandi...