​ ...... Strive for excellence, lead with integrity- Akinwunmi calls ..... ....... Parents tasks students to study hard and graduate well .... By Olamide Dare  ,Isaac Olupeka, Israel Adepoju The vice chancellor federal university Lokoja , Prof. Olayemi Akinwunmi has urged the 4,347 newly matriculated students of the institution to Strive for excellence, lead with integrity, and be agents of positive change in society. Akinwunmi gave the admonition Tuesday 27th June at the 2022/2023 matriculation ceremony of the institution held at at the university auditorium, college of health sciences, Adankolo campus. He called on the students to make the most of their time in the university adding that it is a time of self-discovery, personal growth, and the acquisition of knowledge.  He further encouraged them to explore the rich array of extracurricular activities and students organizations available on campus reiterating that the experiences gathered will provide them with invaluable ...

​ The Rector, Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Engr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed has called on Nigerians to rise against all odds and strengthen the bonds of Unity and Friendship to keep the country together. Abdul made this call in his sallah message to the Polytechnic Muslim community as they join other Muslim faithfuls across the globe to celebrate this years eid-el-kabir festival. He urged all muslim faithfuls to re-enact the virtues exemplified by prophet Ibrahim through his sacrifice, patience, steadfastness, generosity and obedience to Allah for the country to move forward. Abdul also advised the Polytechnic community to use the occasion to pray for peace,  unity and progress of Kwara State and Nigeria at large as the country battles with the challenges of fuel subsidy removal. He lauded the efforts of the Mall. AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq led administration in providing palliatives that will cushion the effects of the fuel subsidy removal on  civil servants and students in the sta...

​ .... Says ID Card will be available for all By Olamide Dare , Zafirah Obansa  In a bid to curb Police extortion and embarrassment on students, The Student Union president, Federal University Lokoja , Comerade Agada I. Achiever  has called on victims to provide evidence to seek justice.  Achiever Made the call Sunday 24th June , while fielding question from Students on a WhatsApp platform . He requested for 5 student victims who are bold and not into shady means of making money  to provide evidence of embarrassment and extortion as the evidence will be taken to the commissioner of police .  "I need at least five person's that are ready to present evidence of these embarrassment and extortion, extortion mainly. At least getting evidence of extortion isn't that difficult." Achiever stated that a letter of Petition is being prepared already and once those police involved are identified , they will be brought to book . "So I am ready, there is a letter of petition ...

​ By Lekan Tajudeen The Department Of Mass Communication, Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin on Saturday, breaks another record by winning the National Association of Kwara State Students (NAKSS) Presidential seat, Students Union Government (SUG) Speakership position and the Institute Presidential Seat.  Gbadeyan Oluwatimileyin Olalekan, Aishat Arinola Adeyemi and Ogundele Laja Gbenga students of the department, emerges the NAKSS President-Elect, SUG Speaker-Elect and President-Elect of Institute of Information and Communication Technology (IICT) respectively today during the Polytechnic E-Voting election.  Prime News recalls that since the establishment of the department thirteen (13) years ago, such key positions have not been zoned to the department.  However, since the accreditation of the department’s Higher National Diploma program, the department are now entitled to every posts as every other department in the institution. Other positions secured by the department at...

​ By: Obanla Ridwan Olawale  In a remarkable display of recognition and appreciation, Olufadi Balarabe Teniola, a lecturer at the Department of Mass Communication, Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, was recently honored with prestigious awards.  A Brainstorming Group (BSG) acknowledged and celebrated Olufadi's immense support by presenting him with an award during their annual handover event held at the Kwara State Polytechnic Academic Conference Hall on the 24th of June, 2023. The BSG, an esteemed organization known for fostering creativity and innovation, commended Olufadi for his invaluable contributions and unwavering dedication. His efforts were recognized as a vital catalyst for the success and growth of the group. Furthermore, Olufadi was also bestowed with an honorary award by the Mass Communication Broadcast Students for his exceptional support in the production of the movie "Chameleon Love" (Ife Oga). The students acknowledged his significant contributions, which ...

​ By: Issa Olarewaju Abubakar  Decades ago till the recent past few years, the Kwara State Polytechnic has been operating alongside part-time lecturers like other institutions in Nigeria. The part-time lecturers carried out academic activities and add values to the image of the Polytechnic; they contributed to the building the image of the Polytechnic and made themselves available for the tasks assigned to them. However, the salary scale for the part-time lecturers was not encouraging enough. This caused a great motivational deficit and hampered many other areas the lecturers ought to deliver qualitative academic services to the Polytechnic. The appointment of the ever-supportive leader and rector, Engr. Dr. Jimoh Abdul Mohammed brought a change in narratives of administering the Polytechnic.  The Rector sensed the need for a review of salary scale of the part-time lecturers in the Polytechnic and set-up a standing team to review the salary. The recommendations of the team led...

​ As part of the activities to mark the end of his tenure, the Speaker, Information and Communication Technology Students Association (ICTSA), Rt. Hon. AbdulQudus Lekan Tajudeen (DaGeneral) on Thursday, honored the honorable members of the Students Parliamentary Council (SPC) with award of appreciation.  The award which was presented to eleven (11) honorables that made up the legislative council by the Staff Adviser, Mr. Fatiu Olohungbebe in his office, was because of their commitment and dedication towards development and success of the institute.  During the presentation, Olohungbebe commended the body, saying that programs and activities accomplished by the body has set a standard and record down for others to emulate.  He however charged the body to be transparent and just in the zoning of positions to each department, saying it will determine the unity and peace that will coexist within the department in the next administration.  The awardees are; The Speaker, R...

​ By: Idris Ayinla Usman. When time flies to experience unprecedented achievement in any reputable organization, it tends to proclaim certain things either positive or negative. But, the story of Kwara State Polytechnic in recent days serves as the return of lost glory. In 2019, after the ‘’Otoge’’ revolution in Kwara State. The visionary Governor appointed a distinguished man named Engr. Dr. Jimoh Mohammed Abdul as the Rector of the State Polytechnic. Wow! The atmosphere changed vehemently to welcome new brains with outstanding leadership experiences both in academics and administration.   Engineer. Jimoh Mohammed Abdul, the Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic has done wonderfully in the institution, his achievements have remained limelight in the history of the polytechnic. This man met the Kwara State Polytechnic at a critical period. He used his wisdom to regulate the system and restore the institution's status to pay the salary and even increasing the staff welfare positively. W...

​ The quiz competition, organized by Swot Team Organization for Educational Development has reached its first stage, consisting of six groups.  A total of 36 schools were registered for the competition which are grouped and named into six different groups { Ejide & 7up; Ahmed, Tuyil & Cyteck; Olufadi & Olawoyin; SchoolTry, Olesin & Dikko; Comr. Issa Aremu & Aladi; IEYDA, JustEvent & Baqi } respectively, out of which 23 schools actively participated. This report aims to provide a comprehensive overview and conclusion of the first stage of the quiz competition. 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨: 𝟏. Gamji Academy Ilorin  𝟐. Uswat Group of School  𝟑. Quality Islamic School  𝟒. Socrates Model School  𝟓. Al-Abidat Nur/Pry School  𝟔. Adenike Nur/Pry School  𝟕. Ar-Roqeeb International School  𝟖. First Class Nur/Pry School  𝟗. I-Tree Nur/Pry School  𝟏𝟎. At-Thabat International  School  𝟏𝟏. Blesse...

Today, 19th of June 2023 marks the birthday of an hero, history breaker, history maker, Multi talented man, The first HND mass communication speaker at the Institute of Information, communication and technology(IICT), The author of the filth of love, A community development practitioner, Voice over artist, A reporter. In Person of Abdul Qudus Olalekan Tajudeen.  You are a true definition of humanity, selflessness, humbleness and amongst others. A man of integrity who has been a mentor to people out there, a visionary man, who dream is to always serve humanity and give back to the society. The world needs more people like you, your friends are blessed to have you, the Department of mass communication is blessed to have you as their representative at the institute level, the institute is blessed to have you as the speaker, the world is blessed to have you. I pray God grant you more wisdom knowledge and understanding, get you more closer to your dre...

​ File The Authority of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has approved the immediate withdrawal of Higher National Diploma Certificate of AbdulRasheed Zubair Olatunji of Public Administration Department of the institution for his involvement in cultism contrary to the matriculation oath he sworn to. A statement issued and signed by the Deputy Registrar, Registrar's Office, Mr. Olayemi Olatomi and made available to the Information Division, disclosed that the decision was based on the report of the Polytechnic's Students' Disciplinary Committee. According to the statement, AbdulRasheed's involvement in cultism is a pointer to the fact that he is not worthy in character and learning to earn the certificate of the institution. It also added that mobilisation of AbdulRasheed to the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has been put on hold. For news coverage and advertisements placement, contact Prime News; Gmail: pmonlinenews@gmail.com  WhatsApp: 09021757862 Fac...

​ The 𝗦𝘄𝗼𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, Kwara State, has presented stage 1 group 2 result of Elementary Schools Quiz Contest 1.0.  In the result, I-Tree Nursery and Primary School took first position, scored 64  with point 3.0, while the nearest opponent First Class Nursery and Primary School scored 62 and has point 2.5  took second position.  Adenike Nursery and Primary School score 60 position 3rd point 2.0 Al-Abidat Nursery and Primary School score 60 position 3rd point 2.0 And Ar-Roqeeb International School score 40 position 5th point 1.0 Recalled that the organization released the first result of stage 1 group 1 on 30th May, 2023.  For news coverage and advertisements placement, contact Prime News; Gmail: pmonlinenews@gmail.com  WhatsApp: 09021757862 Facebook: Prime News Online 

​ Photo Credit: SHO PEN As part of their efforts in reducing financial instabilities amongst students, the Students Parliamentary Council (SPC), Information and Communication Technology Students Association (ICTSA), Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has empowered some students of the institute with some start up kits in their respective workmanship.  The body made the donation to selected four (4) students from the institute on Thursday in a program tagged “Artisanship Summit”, held at Professor Wright Conference Hall, Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin.  In his speech, the Speaker, Information and Communication Technology Students Association (ICTSA), Rt. Hon. Lekan Tajudeen who was represented by his Chief Press Secretary, Shifau Ololade Olanrewaju, said she believed that with the tools provided, it will be a life changers to their financial capabilities as students and afterwards.  She expressed disappointment that they could not get all the items they needed due to limited...