Maxilens News ReWIND 15-10-2020
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The present administration has put in place Agricultural Masterplan which will be unveiled soon. This is the first time there will be a comprehensive masterplan for agriculture since the creation of the state. With this, Kwara State will be the next food basket of Nigeria
The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP Kayode Egbetokun, gave the assurance on Thursday, while receiving the Zonal Head of Ilorin Office of the EFCC, Deputy Chief Detective Superintendent, DCDS, Kazeem Oseni who was at the Command’s Headquarters on a Courtesy visit.
This is contained in a statement by
Head, Media & Publicity, Ilorin Zonal Office of the EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren.
Entrances leading to the headquarters of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) were today locked by unions in the aviation sector to prevent the entry of Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika.
The 2023 presidential election will hold on February 18.
Nigerian music star, Mayorkun has offered to help a man whose car was vandalised during one of the EndSARS protests in Berger area of Lagos on Wednesday.
He stated this at the Evangelical Reformed Church of Christ (ERCC) while commissioning the ultra modern headquarters secretariat along Keffi road, Nassarawa state.
Coalition of Northern Groups, Wednesday declared that it would stage its own version of protest in all the 19 northern states against the security challenges in the region.
The labour leaders directed workers in the state to assemble at the NLC Secretariat tomorrow Thursday by Seven o’ clock in the morning for further briefing, as they would continue to guarantee their safety.
Eight political parties have recently submitted to the Ministry of Interior, a proposal to increase the membership of the National List (a quota for women and youth) from 30 to 60, under the guise of ensuring the representation of the Moroccan diaspora in parliament.
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–Police PRO, Frank Uba
A member of the Kwara State House of Assembly representing Essa/Shawo/Igboidun Constituency, Abdulwaheed Gbenga Yusuf has presented a trophy to the Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria, YSFON, Offa chapter, for an annual football competition.
Federal Government will on Thursday meet with Academic Staff Union of Universities, (ASUU) to deliberate on the lingering crisis in the tertiary institutions.
The state Commandant of Nigeria security and civil defence corps Makinde Iskil Ayinla has met with all relevant stakeholders in the Transportation sector, “the Iyaloja and Babaloja General”
Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos’ space company has tested a technology(rocket) invented to take humans to the Moon in 2024.
Federal Government has said that it may adopt the University Transparency Account System (UTAS) being presented by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) as alternative payment platform to the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS).
President Muhammadu Buhari has nominated his Special Assistant on Social Media, Lauretta Onochie, for confirmation as a National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
Protesters in Maiduguri have called on President Muhammadu Buhari to redeploy all personnel of the disbanded squad to Borno State.
The end SARS protest continues today in Port Harcourt, Rivers State despite the ban on the protests by Governor Nyesom Wike.
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The order was granted by Justice D.K. Damulak of the Akure Division of the Industrial Court.
The Minister of State for Transport, Senator Gbemisola Saraki says Federal Government will be on ground to distribute relief materials to victims of rainstorm in Kwara State.
Stakeholders have identified determination and discipline as essential attributes needed by Girl-Child to excel and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Dr. Adebayo said this is not the first time the force headquarters is announcing dissolution of SARS, as they have caused a lot of harms to Nigerian youth.
Wife of the Kwara State Governor Dr. Olufolake AbdulRazaq who stated this while speaking to newsmen through Virtual means said students should keep their minds open and alert to what will be taught in their classrooms, henceforth.
Maxilensnews garnered that item listed under the State House budget reads in part, “ERGP 7102245 annual routine maintenance of mechanical/electrical installations of the Villa ongoing, N4,854,381,299.
Five-time NBA champion Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash in January alongside his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others.
I had been expecting trouble – so when eight men, some with AK-47s, arrived at my gate in an unmarked vehicle on the morning of 20 July, I was not surprised.
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The University Don who went historical lane on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, Peace be upon Him, advised girl child to have self esteem, be intelligent and forthright so as to live above board in the Society.
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has congratulated his Ondo State counterpart Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on his victory at the Saturday governorship ballot, saying the victory was deserving.
Hajiya Nimota Ibrahim who is also the Chairperson, Central Working Committee for the 50th Anniversary of Ansarul Islam Secondary School emphasised that government intervention is needed as virtually all property of the college have been destroyed.
Dr Olufolake said international Day of the Girl Child celebrates the importance and potentials of girls around the world as it is also a day to highlight girls’ needs and the particular problems they are facing.
President Muhammadu Buhari rejoices with Rotimi Akeredolu SAN, on his re-election as Governor of Ondo State for another four-year term.
Akeredolu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the Ondo 2020 governorship election won 15 out of the 18 local government areas of the state.
The IGP who admitted that the dissolution of SARS was in response to the agitations of Nigerians, observes that by this dissolution, all officers and men of the now-defunct Special Anti-robbery Squad are being redeployed with immediate effect.
US President Donald Trump is no longer a Covid transmission risk to others, the White House doctor has said.
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Traditional Council of Chiefs and Obas, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari has charged the new Chief Reciter, (Ajanasi Agba) Shaykh Mujitaba Yusuf Bature to guard jealously, all the customs and traditions of Ilorin Emirate
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Cavani, who left PSG after his contract expired last season, joined United on a free transfer, penning a one-year deal with an option to extend for another one year.
Mild drama played out on Saturday at the Polling Unit of Mr Eyitayo Jegede, the flag bearer of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the Ondo State Governorship Election.
Russia’s coronavirus cases has increased by 12,846 on Saturday, a new daily record since the start of the outbreak early this year, pushing the overall total number of infections to 1,285,084.
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Niger State House of Assembly has threatened to shut down the three hydro electric dams in the state unless Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) ensures 24 hours power Supply in the State.
The vaccine uses an inactivated virus; a well-known technology which has been used against diseases such as influenza and measles.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed that his country would not stay in Syria indefinitely, pointing out that the Turkish military presence in Qatar “serves the Gulf stability.”
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has congratulated Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, a distinguished diplomat and technocrat, on his appointment as the 19th Emir of Zazzau.
One of the motivations behind the movie is to reawaken the “Africanness” in us and proof to the whole world that Africa, particularly the Yorubas have their own writing system and method of documentation long before colonial onset.
The president made this known during the presentation of the proposed 2021 Budget to the National Assembly on Thursday.
Budget of Economic Recovery and Resilience
Delivered By:
His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari
President, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Some youth in Kwara State, Thursday, took to the street on a peaceful protest calling for an outright end to operations of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) of the Nigeria Police.
Daily infections soared past 4,000 for the first time since early April.
I’m happy,” said Gidey, who won 10,000m silver at the 2019 World Championships in Doha. “This has been a long-time dream. It is very big for me.”
Reacting to the development (NANS), in a statement issued by its chairman, Bamgbose Tomiwa faulted the governor’s gestures.
This is according to a statement by state commissioner for communications, Harriet Afolabi-Oshatimehin
The Governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has approved the appointment of Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli as the 19th Emir of Zazzau.
NSCDC Kwara Command receives a new commandant. He’s Iskil Makinde, Msc, FCNA. He came into Kwara from Lagos State Command
His case was originally fixed for October 13 after he earlier pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.
The recent approval of new salary structure for teachers and review of service years by President Muhammadu Buhari has been described as an unprecedented step which will linger for a long time in the anal of history
Abdulsamad was re-arraigned before a Kwara State High Court in Ilorin, Presided over by Justice Sikiru Oyinloye.
Schools in Kwara State have been urged to adhere strictly to COVID 19 safety protocols.
Anxiety looms in Benin as the APC flagbearer has disclosed that he would pursue eligibility case against the governor and his deputy Philip Shaibu
The monthly meeting of the Kwara state chapter of the National League of Veteran Journalists (NALVEJ) comes up tomorrow.
The Nigeria Police Force says, Today it will discuss with controversial music star, Naira Marley on planned protest against operatives of Special Anti Robbery Squard (SARS)
Abdulrazaq said that his administration is spending a lot to reposition schools across the State and stressed that the welfare and training of teachers would receive similar attention to improve their national ranking.
The cleric stated this at a service to mark Nigeria’s 60th independence anniversary at RCCG headquarters, Throne of Grace, Ebute-Metta, Lagos.
He directed the minister of Education and Head of Service to ensure quick implementation.
A developmental analyst, Dr. Muhammed Idris Danjuma has emphasised the need for government to kick-start citizen-driven initiative for rural development.
The head of sports Desk, Radio Nigeria, Harmony FM idofian, Mr Sodiq Kayode Adebara made the pledge during an interaction with the Chairman of Kwara State Football Association, Malam Idris Musa Abdullahi in his office.
The Management of Darul Kitab wa Sunnah College wishes to inform the general public, parents and students of Darulkitab wa Sunnah College, Gaa- Akanbi, Ilorin, that academic activities will commence tommorow Monday 5th October, in line with state government’s directive on resumption of schools.
A house wife in Kano identified as Hauwa has allegedly killed two of her children because her husband, one Ibrahim Haruna Aminu married a second wife.
A total of 108, 041 permits have been issued for pilgrims according to official statistics by Saudi Arabia Ministry of Hajj.
First Term – 5th October 2020 to 18th December, 2020
Professor Raji said construction of more dams across the country would stop negative effects of flood on the populace, noting that such conserved water would be useful for irrigation during dry season farming, domestic and industrial uses.
Kwara State Government has warned Principals and private schools owners not to collect third term school fees from parents and guardians as the 2020/2021 academic session commences on Monday, 5th October, 2020.
The Kwara State House of Assembly Service Commission has promised to join hands with the state Sports Council to reposition sports activities in the state.
The court said that the Bayelsa Election Petition Tribunal acted outside its jurisdiction by nullifying the election of Governor Diri.
Jonathan stated this at the Independence Day Celebration on Thursday.
The Grand Imam of Egypt’s Al-Azhar Al Shareef, Ahmad El-Tayyeb has frowned at some Western officials’ insistence to use the term “Islamic terrorism,” calling for the incrimination of its use.
US President Donald Trump has announced the he and his wife Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus and are now in quarantine.
Lebanon and Israel are to dailogue to put an end to a long term maritime border dispute between the two countries, which have remained at war for decades.
Mr. Olusegun Adeyemi, the Kwara State Director, National Orientation Agency, stated this on Thursday in his independence day message to Nigerians.
The commissioner for education Alhaji Mohammad sanusi kiru stated this while briefing journalists in Kano
Minister for works and housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola has asked Nigerians to look beyond FG for governance results.
Her Majesty, The Queen of England, has felicitated with Nigeria on the occasion of her 60th anniversary.
It is my sincere hope that by the end of this anniversary on September 30th 2021, we will all be proud of taking this individual and collective self-assessment for the progress of our great Nation.
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