Says destruction comparable to financial sector collapse The Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro) has declared Nigeria’s agriculture sector to be in a deep structural crisis, warning that Nigerian farmers have lost nearly ₦5 trillion (approximately $4billion) in productive capital over the past two years due to policy induced price crashes, poor and misleading weather forecasts […]
Maryam Mahmud, Zoology graduate from the University of Ilorin and Executive Director of Honeyz Depot, the state’s largest honey distributor and operator of Kwara’s only exclusive walk in honey store has unveiled an ambitious plan to expand the company’s honey production operations. Beyond her executive role, Maryam is also the lead beekeeper, directly managing the […]
The Kwara State Hotel Owners Association has appealed to the state government to address the issue of multiple taxation, improve electricity supply, and adopt an open-door policy to support the growth of the hospitality sector. The appeal was made on Thursday, October 23, 2025, during a press conference held at Fresh Hotel, Ilorin, the state […]
The Chief Executive Officer, Opulent Ceramics, Mrs Ruth Funmilola Bello, has underscored the importance of self love as a key factor towards improving mental wellbeing and living a fulfilled life. She said self-love improves emotional feeling, gives stability, boosts confidence, strengthen personal boundaries, and enhances problem solving skills. Bello stated this while speaking during the […]
The Petroleum Environmental Solid Minerals Degradation Awareness Association, has vowed to intensify its fight against illegal mining and environmental degradation in Kwara State. State Commissioner of the association, Abdulganiyu Aleshinloye made this known at the Standard Operating Procedure Workshop for Taskforce Officers today in Ilorin. He warned that illegal mining threatens public health, biodiversity, and […]
Top officials say the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Conference of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) will promote Kwara State as a vibrant destination for investment and business. This assurance was given by Engr. Abu Salami, Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the upcoming 65th Annual […]
A civil society organisation, Global Integrity Network (GICN), has retracted allegations of corruption and unwholesome activities made in a Private Investigation Report (PIR) against Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) Limited, a subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc. In a statement made available to Blueprint in Abuja, Tuesday, signed by President of the organisation, Edward Omaga […]
The Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has announced the expansion of the Thursday Market to include a variety of fresh, organic vegetables, in addition to the already available fish varieties. The disclosure was made by the Honorable Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Oloruntoyosi Thomas, in a statement issued in Ilorin, […]
The President of Kwara Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (KWACCIMA), Chief Mrs. Ronke Adeyemi, has urged investors to explore Kwara State’s untapped potentials. She made the appeal on Tuesday (10th December, 2024) during the opening ceremony of the 11th Kwara Trade Fair. In her speech, Mrs. Adeyemi harped on the significance of trade […]
The President, Kwara Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture, KWACCIMA, Chief (Mrs) Ronke Adeyemi, SAN, says measures have been put in place to ensure smooth operation during the 11th Kwara Trade Fair. Adeyemi stated that early commencement of preparation for this year’s trade fair afforded them the opportunity to prepare well in the interest of […]
