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The MOK Foundation firmly stands by its commitment to uphold consistency and credibility in education across Kwara and beyond. This is the main reason the foundation is providing insights on its education Impact for 2024, we are taking decisive action to showcase our extensive contributions to educational advancement, from elementary levels through to tertiary institutions We are proud to announce our plan to award WAEC scholarships to 200 outstanding students across Kwara State to begin with this year. This initiative demonstrates our unwavering dedication to empowering the youth and ensuring they have the essential support needed for their academic success.…

— organises event to prepare them for the task ahead, Lens Polytechnic proprietor, Govt officials, other to speak In its ongoing effort to promote education and empower young minds, the MOK Foundation has announced the continuation of its yearly WAEC sponsorship program. This year, the foundation will be supporting 200 students in Kwara State, providing them with the necessary resources to sit for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The MOK Foundation’s also set aside an educational event for students which will take place inside the auditorium of Offa Grammar Schoon on tge 22nd January 2025, the program…

A video has gone viral. It captures the moment John Mahama, the new President of Ghana, made a mistake. He referred to Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, as President of Ghana. This happened at the inauguration of Mahama as the next President of Ghana today January 7. Mahama, 65, who was formerly Ghana’s president between July 2012 and January 2017, takes over from Nana Akufo-Addo. Mahama was first sworn in as president when President John Evans Atta Mills died in July 2012. He served the rest of that term and then won an election in 2012. Watch the video…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of suffocating opposition elements in the country. Atiku stated this in response to comments made by Felix Morka. He is the National Publicity Secretary of the APC. The comments were against Peter Obi, who was the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the last general election. On Monday, Obi alleged that his New Year message on the state of the nation under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government has led to threats against his life. He also claimed that his family was threatened. He made the claim…

The Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has tasked governors in the southwest to be vigilant in securing the region. Adams made the call after Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State raised an alarm. He highlighted the influx of bandits from the North-West. According to Gani, the alarm raised by the Oyo governor was real and needed urgent attention. In a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Kehinde Aderemi, Gani urged the South West governors not to ignore the warning. He insisted that insecurity has been a major issue in the country. He said: “The alarm raised by Governor…

Gombe FA Ex Chairman, Gara Gombe, has branded the newly appointed Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, as a ‘kindergarten coach.’ He says the Football Federation made a mistake by appointing a lightweight coach to handle heavyweight player. Chelle was named Super Eagles coach on Tuesday night, January 7. The NFF Executive Committee endorsed the decision. This followed a recommendation by its Technical and Development Sub-Committee. The 47year-old is a former international player with five caps for the Aiglons of Mali. His coaching résumé includes stints at GS Consolat, FC Martigues, Boulogne, and MC Oran. Who is Chelle? Who knows him?…

The Initial Language Legacy and Culture (ILLEC) awarded an Appreciation Award to NupekoTV Lafiagi. This was in recognition of its outstanding contributions to promoting the Nupe Language. This prestigious award is a testament to NupekoTV’s dedication. They work to preserve and promote the Nupe Language. It is an integral part of the cultural heritage of the Nupe people. The award ceremony will be attended by several dignitaries, including the Etsu Nupe, Alh. (Dr) Yahaya Abubakar CFR, who was recognized for his unwavering support for the promotion of the Nupe Language. Notable individuals were honoured for their contributions to the promotion…

The Sobi FM Chapel of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kwara state council in collaboration with the Nigerian Media Parliament (NMP), is set to host it’s third Strategic Media Seminar, with the Founder of MOK Foundation and Principal Partner, Luxiar Construction Company, Muyideen Okunola Kayode, billed to deliver the keynote address. The seminar, themed “Bridging the gap between Government Social Investment Program and Private Grassroot Philanthropy,” is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, December 27, 2024, at 11:00 am, at the corporate office of Sobi FM, located along Sobi Road, Ilorin. Kayode, a quantity surveyor and realtor, who has built over…

…Directs FCID to investigate the Case for Swift Dispensation of Justice. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has issued a directive. The Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID) will take over the investigation at once. They will investigate the unfortunate death of Jimoh Abdulqaudri. He passed away while in police detention in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Friday 20th December, 2024. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, said the IGP’s visit to Kwara State shows commitment to justice and accountability. The IGP met with the bereaved family of the deceased. The Balogun Fulani of Ilorin, Alhaji Sadiq Atiku Fulani,…

Written by Comr., zYco from Moro LG According to Harvey S. Firestone he opined that the growth and development of people is the highest calling of leadership.” In the current political dispensation in Kwara State, the Kwara State Governor Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, and Distinguished Senator Suleiman Sadiq Umar, representing the good and decent people of Kwara North at the National Assembly has been leading and doing tremendous work, layed their mark, when it comes to massive development and rejuvenation, they have continued to pitch their tent well in the highest bid, equipped with most unparalleled credentials, exemplary track records,…