by: S.D Kaosara Hon. Moshood Alaka has formally submitted his nomination form to contest for the Federal House of Representatives seat representing the Edu/Moro/Patigi Federal Constituency, signaling his official entry into the race ahead of the party primaries. The submission, which took place in Abuja earlier today, comes ahead of the stipulated deadline set by the party, underscoring his preparedness and seriousness about the contest. Speaking shortly after completing the process, Hon. Alaka reaffirmed his commitment to effective representation, inclusive governance, and grassroots development. He emphasized the need to prioritize the welfare of constituents across Edu, Moro, and Patigi local government areas, noting that his aspiration is driven by a desire to bring purposeful leadership and sustainable development to the constituency. Political observers describe his early submission as a strategic move that reflects both organizational readiness and confidence in his support base...

2026 Hajj Update: Kwara Pilgrims Depart for Saudi Arabia  The first batch of intending pilgrims from Kwara State has successfully departed for the holy city of Mecca, marking the official commencement of the 2026 Hajj exercise for the state. The Kwara State Government on Wednesday flagged off the 2026 Hajj exercise with the successful airlift of the first batch of 374 pilgrims, alongside two NAHCON officials and one state official, to Saudi Arabia. The pilgrims were airlifted from the General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport after completing all necessary screening, documentation, and orientation processes coordinated by the Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board. The departure signals a smooth start to this year’s pilgrimage, with subsequent batches expected to follow in line with the scheduled airlift plan. Families, officials, and well-wishers were present at the airport to bid farewell, offering prayers for a safe journey and accepted Hajj. The 2026 Hajj exercise is anti...

Ilorin and the Rise of Local Gins: A Concern to Us All By: Ibraheem Olasunkanmi Qoseem Back in the days, one of the things that made Ilorin a coveted and unrivalled city, unique for its holiness, was its strictness and intolerance for filth and its associates. In recent time, we have allowed our quest for civilization to cart away our long-cherished legacy, leaving us with unhealthy circumstances for our wellbeing and sanctity. For many of us, when we travel out of the town or the state and see how cheaply local gin has become on the streets and how it is openly abused by both minors and adults, a sense of nostalgia often creeps in, and we silently pray for our ancestors who once maintained such sanity and discipline. Today, there is a twist in the narrative. What gradually started at the outskirts in different locations across the city, especially around garages, is now becoming unbecomingly visible in the popular areas of the Emirate. Sadly, many among us are becoming ambassadors of ...