Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, has unveiled his administration’s vision for creating a green and eco-friendly subnational entity in the state. This was disclosed during an induction retreat organized for the executive council, comprising commissioners, permanent secretaries, and political appointees. The state government had also launched a New Niger Agenda, a programme designed to elevate the region into a world-class sub-national government. Retreat for new appointees Recall that the Governor had recently appointed thirty Commissioners, thirty individuals as Special Advisers, and members to the boards of various agencies and parastatals in the State. Themed “Panacea for Sustainable Development of…
Author: Adisa-Jaji Azeez
Adisa-Jaji Azeez
Adisa Jaji Azeez is a Nigerian Journalist working at Theinformant247 as the Managing Director and Head, Fact-Check Unit. He graduated with National Diploma from Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Bachelor Degree from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria and Alhikmah University, Ilorin. He had written for several other news media across the country. He has certification in journalism. He is a 2023 ICIR Fellow, Countering Misinformation and Media Literacy Project fellowship
In Kwara, controversy has continued to trail President Bola Tinubu directives for the distribution of palliatives worth millions of naira to members of the National Assembly (NASS) for onward distribution to their constituencies. While some reports claimed the President had given Senators and House of Representatives members funds, the lawmakers and members of their constituencies said they are yet to receive Kwara shares. Reacting to the claim in a jointly signed statement by the Senator representing Kwara Central Saliu Mustapha, Kwara North Soddiq Umar, Kwara South Lola Ashiru, said that there is misinformation suggesting the FGN palliative have been distributed…
Following a further examination of Kwara’s 2024 budget proposal, a civil society organization, Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI), has highlighted more discrepancies, frivolous, undefined and non-specific line items it observed in the budget that was presented by Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq on 14 December, 2023. In a statement released on Wednesday by its Global Director, Abideen Olasupo, the CSO disclosed that its assessment of the N296.4 billion fiscal plan was a key component of its budget advocacy and monitoring initiative, geared towards ensuring accountability, transparency and efficient resource allocation and management. BBYDI stated that during the course of its review…
A civil society organization, Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI) has commended the Kwara State government for improvements observed in the 2024 budget proposal presented to the State Assembly by Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq. This is also as the group raised concern over some vague and frivolous items in the proposed budget. Governor Abdulrazaq had last week laid before the parliament a fiscal plan of N296.4bn for next year, with capital expenditure getting 61 percent while recurrent expenditure got 39 percent of the budget estimates. In a statement released by its Global Director-Mr. Abideen Olasupo, BBYDI specially lauded the state government…
Kwara State Government has successfully trained and empowered over 300 youths and women in agriculture, focusing on smart farming practices. The initiative aims to enhance participants’ technical skills across various agricultural value chains and provide financial literacy to kickstart agricultural businesses with minimal capital. Themed “Ọ̀nà àbáyọ Lórí bí a ṣé jere nìdí ise àgbẹ̀ pẹ̀lú owó pé rẹ te” (Solutions on how to make a profit with little capital in farming business), the program was organized by the Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in collaboration with Methu Agricbusiness Refinery. The event took place at the Ministry’s…
In a significant press briefing and launch event, the Saving African Youths Dream Initiative (SAYDi) introduced the Rural Education Needs Assessment Project (RENAP) as a pivotal step towards transforming the educational landscape in Kwara North. Addressing a diverse audience, including esteemed guests, members of the press, and concerned citizens, SAYDi Executive Director, AbdulKareem O Abdullateef emphasized the urgency of the project in repositioning the education sector in Kwara North. The initiative’s primary goal is to investigate the current state of education in the region, aligning with SAYDi’s broader vision for a society based on education, democratic governance, gender inclusion, and…
A civil society organisation, Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative, BBYDI, has advised Lagos State and states within the South-West region, to reduce their appetite for borrowings, especially foreign loans, saying such practice was dangerous and economically unhealthy. The Global Director of the BBYDI, Abideen Olasupo gave the advice on Monday in Lagos during the Southwest Press Briefing, Desk Review Validation Meeting, and Public Dialogue on Tax and Debt Justice convened by his organization in collaboration with CISLAC Tax Justice and Governance Platform and Christian Aid Nigeria. He said the meeting which was attended by officials from tax authorities, Debt Management…
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq inaugurated the 10th Kwara Trade Fair in Ilorin, reaffirming a commitment to ongoing infrastructure development and the construction of new facilities to enhance the movement of people, goods, and services. The Governor emphasized the administration’s dedication to streamlining business processes, fostering a favorable business environment, and positioning Kwara as a premier investment destination in Nigeria. In his address at the opening ceremony organized annually by the Kwara State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (KWACCIMA), Abdulrazaq highlighted the administration’s continuous support for businesses, particularly small-scale enterprises vital to the economy. He commended KWACCIMA, the…
A recent post circulating on WhatsApp has claimed that the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Tetfund) is recruiting for 2023/2024 The post was retrieved from a WhatsApp group on December 9, 2023 claims that the recruitment portal is open, while also including salary range and qualification for the said positions. THE CLAIM Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is recruiting for 2023/2024. THE FINDINGS Findings by FactCheck247 show that the claim is FALSE Factcheck247 observed grammatical error on the suspicious link. Instead of APPOINTMENT, the page contains APPOITMENT. error ridden copy is a characteristics of phishing scams. Also observed that the link…
Kwara State Government (KWSG) underscores its commitment to harnessing the agricultural potential within the state to bolster robust food security. Governor Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq reiterated this commitment during the inaugural Kwara Agriculture Transformation Talk Series, an event orchestrated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in Ilorin. This gathering, tailored for policymakers at the local government level and selected farmers across the 16 Local Governments (LGAs), aimed to keep them informed about the planned programs encapsulated in the 10-year Agricultural Transformation Plan. Governor AbdulRazaq, represented by the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Oloruntoyosi Thomas, elucidated that…
…govt insists facility not for sale Security officials on Friday took over the premises of Kwara Hotel in Ilorin following the hijack of ‘auctioning of the unserviceable’ properties at Kwara Hotel by hoodlums, The Informant247 has gathered. The auctioning process had since begun a few days earlier where some facilities of the 4-star hotel were being sold at giveaway prices. In a visit to the scene on Friday, Informant247 spoke with one of the hoodlums, who was identified as Baba Boiz claimed that the property belonged to Kwarans and they must obtain their share from the property. Police attempts to…
A recent post circulating on Social Media claims that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria(FAAN) is presently doing recruitment. The post archived here on November 14th, 2023 that was shared on Facebook by janzakitv claims in an infographics directs people to submit job applications through an online link. THE CLAIM That the link is for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) 2023/2024 recruitment THE FINDINGS Findings by Factcheck247 shows that the claim is FALSE The FAAN has debunk the claim. Posting on it’s official X handle @FAAN_Official the aviation regulatory body said “FAAN” is not recruiting. while adding that…
The Kwara State Government, in its determined effort to eradicate societal menaces and vices, strongly condemns the act of begging and the roaming of individuals with mental challenges on the streets, deeming it socially appalling. Expressing this stance, the Commissioner for Social Development, Hon. Opeyemi Oluwakemi Afolashade, highlighted the issue during a recent general evacuation exercise conducted by the Ministry within the State capital. Hon. Afolashade expressed concern over the persistent street begging, which some view as a viable business venture, despite ongoing dialogues, media sensitization, and various social interventions by the government aimed at assisting the physically challenged and…
A student of the Government Secondary School in Ilorin has been missing for three weeks, The Informant247 has reliably gathered. The missing student Usman Nasir is a JSS 2 student who is on exchange programme from Jalingo Local Government Area of Taraba state. The exchange programme, which involves an agreement for transfer of students between the 19 northern states in Nigeria, was introduced in 1984, ostensibly to establish unity, cultural understanding and togetherness, among students of the participating states. Speaking with The Informant247 on Tuesday, an exchange student from Kastina state who identified himself only as Abubakar, said the Nasir…
It was Thursday, the air abuzz with excitement as Kwara State Polytechnic in Ilorin geared up for its convocation. The school auditorium brimmed with anticipation, hosting not only the Chief of Staff to the Governor, the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, and the institution’s top management but also a myriad of invited dignitaries, proud graduands, parents, and student representatives. The convocation procession started gracefully, marking the commencement of a day that held different meanings for various attendees. While the graduands reveled in the achievement of their academic milestones, the higher echelons of the institution and government representatives had other assignments. They…
The Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, Engr. Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, addressed the media today during a press briefing ahead of the 29th convocation ceremony scheduled for November 8th and 9th, 2023. The press conference aimed to provide insights into the institution’s achievements, ongoing projects, and challenges faced. The Rector outlined the schedule of activities, including an inter-denominational prayer session and a Convocation lecture to be delivered by Engr. Dr. Taofeeq Abdul Hameed. He emphasized the importance of seeking divine guidance and fostering academic discourse as part of the convocation events. In his address, the Rector expressed gratitude to the Kwara…
The Ballon d’Or award has been given to exceptional football players annually since 1956, except for 2020 when it was not awarded due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The 2023 Ballon d’Or awards ceremony is over, with some of the world’s best footballers having stormed Paris to witness who would succeed 2020 winner Karim Benzema in lifting the Golden Ball. In the end, it was Ballon d’Or number eight for Lionel Messi, who was rewarded for his World Cup heroics with Argentina. On Thursday, November 2, 2023, a viral image featuring Manchester City’s star player, Kevin De Bruyne, with an accompanying…
The organizers of the Media and Development Conference (MCD’23) have recently announced that the three-day event will bring together over 250 journalists from across Africa. The conference will provide opportunities for both physical and virtual participation. MCD’23 will gather over 250 journalists, media professionals, academics, policymakers, and government institutions, all driven by a shared objective of fostering innovation for a sustainable future. “Beyond being a conference, it will serve as a collaborative platform for networking and establishing meaningful connections that have the potential to transform the journalism landscape in Africa,” the statement explained. The conference is scheduled to take place…
The Informant247 held a one-day step-down training session on countering misinformation and promoting media literacy for its staff members. The training, held on Monday, provided comprehensive knowledge on misinformation, fact-checking techniques, understanding information disorder, video verification, and the psychological aspects of fake news. Adisa-Jaji Azeez, the Managing Director of The Informant247 and the facilitator of the training, highlighted the importance of the initiative, emphasizing the commitment made as an ICIR Fellow. He spoke on the need to address the challenges posed by misleading content produced by political a tors and other individuals. Adisa-Jaji stressed the significance of capacity building and…
The indigenes of Offa, both locally and abroad, are steadfast in their commitment to elevate the annual Ijakadi festival of their ancient town. Speaking during the 2023 Ijakadi festival programs in Ilorin on Thursday, members of the media sub-committee and the Offa Council of Honorary Chiefs underscored the festival’s potential to enhance Offa’s socio-economic development. Aare Abdulwaheed Olagunju, Chairman of the Media Sub-Committee, emphasized the economic opportunities the festival presents. He urged the federal government to allocate resources, both financial and otherwise, to maximize the event’s contribution to the local GDP. “We believe our people would benefit significantly from the…