TheCrierng, Ilorin (2025)

25/10/2025

Video Update:

Members of the Ambassiyah Movement turn out in large numbers, calling on Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki to contest for the Kwara Governorship Election in 2027.

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25/10/2025

Ongoing:

Pictorial highlights from the Solidarity Rally organized by the Ambassiyah Movement, urging Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki to contest the 2027 Kwara Governorship Election.

The rally, which kicked off at Pake, is currently moving through Post Office en route to Government House, and will conclude at Fate.

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20/10/2025

Note from MOK Foundation Founder

I reaffirm our commitment to serve humanity, nurture mentees, immortalize our legacies, and collaborate with government agencies to improve the lives of our people- MOK

Before the establishment of the MOK Foundation, just a few months after the 2023 elections, I was driven to take action by two significant realizations. First, I observed that many Nigerians, particularly in my home region, were trapped in a cycle of poverty so severe that individuals were willing to engage in heated disputes over paltry sums of money—5,000 or 10,000 naira—offered as bribes during elections. This pervasive issue has plagued our society for decades, creating a toxic environment where desperation often outweighs reason.

Secondly, I became acutely aware of the staggering impact of poverty on our communities. Many people were suffering, from those living with disabilities who faced systemic disadvantages, to patients in hospitals unable to afford even the most basic medical treatments. Families struggled to pay school fees for their primary and secondary school children, severely hindering their educational opportunities. The situation was dire, and it weighed heavily on my conscience.

Having survived the grip of poverty myself through sheer hard work, perseverance, and dedication, I felt a profound duty to help improve the conditions of my fellow citizens. Beyond my immediate family and community, where I had already been making contributions, I envisioned establishing a platform that could assist those who had no direct connection to me, people who might not even share my language or background, but who desperately needed support. My focus was particularly on the underprivileged: people living with disabilities, the needy, widows, ill individuals, farmers struggling to sustain their livelihoods, students striving for an education, and many others. This vision culminated in the founding of the MOK Foundation in 2023.

When I launched the foundation, I made a solemn promise that it would operate as an independent entity, driven solely by humanitarian goals. I reassured my team that the MOK Foundation would steer clear of political involvement, instead prioritizing the needs of the people. I committed to making the foundation a vehicle for alleviating poverty, shifting mindsets, and significantly impacting lives. Through collective effort and unwavering understanding, we have begun to realize our mission in a remarkably short time.

As I expressed in my widely viewed interview on May 4, 2024, “the foundation will be sustained for more than four decades, regardless of my presence.” This statement serves as our guiding framework. Since we officially initiated operations, what began as a localized community intervention has swiftly evolved into a national initiative within just two years. People from Kwara Central, Kwara South, and Kwara North have reaped the benefits of our efforts, and we have positively touched countless lives, expanding our impact far beyond my original intentions. Our progress and achievements are meticulously documented in the MOK Foundation Chronicles 3.

I consistently emphasize that our mission is rooted in humanity. Our primary goal is to bring smiles to the faces of underprivileged community members; everything else is secondary. Despite facing numerous rumors and political speculation from desperate competitors, no one has successfully argued that the foundation serves any political agenda. We operate without bias or preference, serving individuals across all political lines. The MOK Foundation is steadfastly committed to its mission, driven by collective efforts that exemplify our vision.

I would like to reiterate my unwavering commitment to continue serving humanity, nurturing mentees, immortalizing our legacies, and collaborating with government agencies to enhance the lives of our people.

I look forward to sharing more updates with you in the future. Thank you all for your support.

Sincerely,
Muhydeen Okunlola Kayode
Founder of MOK Foundation
October 20, 2025.

19/10/2025

Kwara Govt Hands Over Hospital Equipment, Medical Supplies to Healthcare Facilities

In a renewed demonstration of its commitment to improving access to quality healthcare for all, the Kwara State Government has distributed hospital and laboratory equipment, essential drugs and other medical supplies to the State Hospital Management Board and Primary Healthcare Centres across the state.

The intervention, carried out under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (Project HOPE) initiative, marks another milestone in the AbdulRazaq-led administration’s sustained investment in the health sector, particularly in revitalizing primary healthcare as the first point of contact for most citizens.

Performing the official handover, the Commissioner for Finance and Chairman of the State Project HOPE Steering Committee, Dr. Hauwa Nuru, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to building a functional and people-centred health system that leaves no one behind.

The Commissioner noted that Project HOPE is one of the administration’s flagship programme designed to bridge long-standing gaps in healthcare infrastructure, manpower and service delivery, especially at the grassroots.

She charged the benefiting health facilities to make judicious use of the items, assuring that the state government remains resolute in providing the resources needed for efficient and quality service delivery.

“Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s vision is clear; to make healthcare accessible, affordable and reliable for every Kwara resident, regardless of location. This gesture is another step towards achieving that vision,” Dr. Nuru stated.

The Executive Secretary, Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), Prof. Nusirat Elelu, lauded the Governor for his consistent support and huge investments in the health sector, especially in primary healthcare and described the gesture as a reflection of the present administration’s unwavering resolve to reposition the state’s health system for efficiency and sustainability.

“We are witnessing the fruits of a deliberate strategy to strengthen our PHC system through infrastructure upgrades, supply of essential commodities and capacity-building for health workers. This is how we build a healthier Kwara,” Prof. Elelu said.

Receiving the items on behalf of the beneficiary healthcare facilities, the Executive Secretary, Kwara State Hospital Management Board, Dr. Abdulraheem Malik, expressed profound appreciation to the state government for the intervention, pledging that the supplies would be properly utilized to enhance patient care and improve service delivery across all facilities.

The equipment distributed include outreach tricycles, motorcycles, weighting scales for adult and child, hospital bed and mattresses, delivery couch, heamatology analyzers, other laboratory equipment, sphygmomanometer, laptops, dressing trolleys, essential drugs, medical supplies, among others.

19/10/2025

Kwara TESCOM to Hold First-Ever CBT Promotion Exam October 30

The Kwara State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has announced October 30, 2025, as the date for its first-ever Computer-Based Test (CBT) promotion examination for staff.

Executive Chairman of the Commission, Mall. Bello Tauheed Abubakar, disclosed this during a management meeting, describing the initiative as a milestone in the state’s education sector. He commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for approving the exercise and leading innovations in the civil service.

“With this development, TESCOM becomes the first government parastatal in Kwara to conduct a computer-based promotion examination,” Abubakar said. “It is also timely, as national examination bodies like WAEC and NECO are transitioning to CBT.”

The Chairman stated that the exam will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Kwara State College of Education CBT Centre. Participants are expected to arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled time and bring original copies of their credentials.

He added that documentation for the exercise will be done online through the TESCOM portal — tescom.kwarastate.gov.ng — which opens at midnight on October 17, 2025. Only registered staff will be allowed to sit for the examination.

Abubakar also announced that interviews for successful candidates will follow immediately after the CBT exercise at the same venue, with officers required to present their enhancement certificates or clearance for verification.

He urged all staff to take the process seriously, noting that the initiative aligns with the state government’s commitment to transparency, efficiency, and digital transformation in the public service.

19/10/2025

MOK Foundation Marks World Food Day, Reaffirms Commitment to Fighting Hunger

The MOK Foundation has joined the global community in celebrating World Food Day, reaffirming its dedication to combating hunger and promoting access to nutritious food for all.

In a statement issued to mark the occasion, the Foundation described feeding the poor as “an integral part of its culture and identity,” stressing that access to quality food is a basic human right.

“MOK Foundation believes that feeding the poor is not just something we do — it is part of who we are,” the statement said. “Every harvest reminds us that true abundance lies in giving and ensuring that no one goes to bed hungry.”

The Foundation highlighted its ongoing agricultural support programmes and community farmlands, which continue to provide food assistance to vulnerable families across the state. These initiatives, it noted, have contributed significantly to improving food security and nutrition among low-income households.

The Foundation also called for collective action in achieving a hunger-free society, urging individuals, organisations, and government bodies to work together towards sustainable food solutions.

“Together, we can build a future where every home has food on the table and hope in their hearts,” the statement added.

19/10/2025

Hungary Refuses to Arrest Putin if He Attends Trump Summit in Budapest

Hungary has declared it will not detain Vladimir Putin despite the ICC warrant, should he attend a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Budapest.

Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said Hungary guarantees the Russian president safe entry and exit, calling coordination with other countries unnecessary. The Kremlin expects the summit to take place in the next two weeks.

Although Hungary’s ICC withdrawal only takes effect next year, it continues to undermine the Court’s authority by disregarding its mandates.

17/10/2025

Excitement as Gov AbdulRazaq Flags Off 15km Ojoku–Ilemona Road, Marks Over 100km of Roads Completed in Kwara South

Residents of Oyun Local Government Area in Kwara State erupted in excitement on Thursday as Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq officially flagged off the construction of the 15.150-kilometre Ojoku–Ilemona Road — another major infrastructure project aimed at boosting connectivity and economic growth across the region.

Speaking at the flag-off ceremony in Ojoku town, the Governor said the project underscores his administration’s commitment to opening up rural communities, enhancing mobility, and stimulating socio-economic activities across Kwara South.

AbdulRazaq disclosed that his administration has already completed more than 100 kilometres of roads in Kwara South alone, in addition to numerous projects in health, education, water supply, and social protection. He added that several other road projects spanning over 109 kilometres — including those under the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) — are currently ongoing in the region.

“This road project reflects our administration’s resolve to make life easier for our people by improving access between communities,” the Governor said. “We are not only building infrastructure; we are connecting markets, easing transportation, and supporting economic productivity in every corner of Kwara State.”

The 15.150km road, located in Oyun Local Government Area, covers multiple routes:

Road 1: Ojoku – Faje (3.209km)

Road 2: Faje – Budo Ganmo (4.080km)

Road 3: Budo Ganmo – Igbona Road Junction (2.690km)

Road 4: Igbona Road Junction – Ilemona (5.171km)

Governor AbdulRazaq commended the people of Ojoku, Ilemona, and neighbouring communities for their patience and support, assuring them of the government’s determination to ensure timely and quality completion of the project.

Community leaders and residents who attended the ceremony expressed gratitude to the Governor for bringing long-awaited development to the area, describing the project as a “transformational step” that would boost local trade, ease movement of farm produce, and improve the living standards of rural dwellers.

The event attracted several dignitaries, including members of the state executive council, local government officials, traditional rulers, and community representatives, who lauded the administration’s infrastructure renewal drive across Kwara South.

Governor AbdulRazaq reiterated that his government remains focused on delivering people-oriented projects that enhance access, equity, and economic growth across all parts of the state.

14/10/2025

VIDEO: Fatai Aremu Sponsors Free Fuel for Keke, Korope Operators Across Ilorin Emirate

In a show of empathy and community support, Fatai Aremu, a senatorial aspirant for Kwara Central, has sponsored the distribution of free fuel to tricycle (Keke) and korope operators across the Ilorin Emirate. The initiative, aimed at reducing the hardship caused by the high cost of fuel, was well-received by operators and residents who described it as timely and impactful.

Beneficiaries expressed heartfelt appreciation, noting that the gesture had brought relief at a period when many transporters were struggling to cope with rising expenses. Several operators shared their testimonies, saying the support helped them sustain their daily work and ease transportation challenges for commuters.

The fuel support initiative further underscores Aremu’s connection with grassroots realities and his commitment to the welfare of the people. Many observers have commended his action as a reflection of leadership driven by compassion, understanding, and responsiveness to community needs.

10/10/2025

Gov AbdulRazaq attends National Council of State meeting

•Council approves Prof Amupitan as INEC Chairman

•Pardons Saadu Ayinla Alananmu,Hebert Macaulay, Vatsa, Lawan, grants clemency to 82 Inmates

The Governor of Kwara State and Chairman of Nigeria Governors Forum(NGF), Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Thursday attended Council of State meeting presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The hybrid session of the Council held at the Presidential Villa considered and approved the nomination of Prof. Joash Amupitan, as the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, barely 48 hours after Prof. Mahmood Yakubu bowed out as INEC Chairman, ending his 10-year tenure that spanned two administrations and three general elections.

In compliance with the constitution, President Tinubu will now send Amupitan’s name to the Senate for screening.

Amupitan, 58, from Ayetoro Gbede, Ijumu LGA in Kogi State, North Central, is a Professor of Law at the University of Jos, Plateau. He is also an alumnus of the university.

He specialises in Company Law, Law of Evidence, Corporate Governance and Privatisation Law. He became a Senior Advocate of Nigeria in September 2014.

Amupitan was born on April 25, 1967.

President Bola Tinubu has also granted pardon to Dr Saadu Alanamu, Major General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, and Farouk Lawan and granted clemency to 82 inmates.

A statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, says "Major General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, sentenced to death over a treason charge in 1986, has received a posthumous pardon from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

President Tinubu also granted a posthumous pardon to Herbert Macaulay, a Nigerian nationalist and co-founder, along with Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe, of the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC). Macaulay was the party's first president, which played a pivotal role in Nigeria's struggle for independence. However, in 1913, Macaulay was believed unjustly convicted by the British colonialists and banned from public office. Macaulay died in 1946, but the stigma of being an ex-convict was not exorcised from his records until now.

President Tinubu also pardoned four former convicts, including former House of Representatives member, Farouk Lawan, Mrs Anastasia Daniel Nwaobia, Barrister Hussaini Umar and Ayinla Saadu Alanamu. They were pardoned to enable them to integrate into society, having demonstrated sufficient remorse. Nweke Francis Chibueze, serving a life sentence for co***ne, was pardoned, along with Dr Nwogu Peters, who had served 12 out of his 17-year sentence for fraud.

The Ogoni Nine: Ken Saro Wiwa, Saturday Dobee, Nordu Eawo, Daniel Gbooko, Paul Levera, Felix Nuate, Baribor Bera, Barinem Kiobel and John Kpuine were formally pardoned. At the same time, the President awarded national honours to the Ogoni Four- Chief Albert Badey, Chief Edward Kobani, Chief Samuel Orage, and Theophilus Orage.

In exercising his constitutional power of mercy, President Tinubu granted clemency to 82 inmates and reduced the prison terms of 65 others. He gave a reprieve for seven inmates on the death row by commuting their sentences to life imprisonment.

President Tinubu acted on the recommendations of the Presidential Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy (PACPM). The committee has 12 members, with the Attorney General and Justice Minister, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, as chairman. The other members are Chief Akinlolu Olujinmi, CON; Prof. Alkasum Abba; Prof. (Mrs.) Nike Y. Sidikat Ijaiya; Justice Augustine B. Utsaha; and the Secretary, Dr Onwusoro Maduka, a former Permanent Secretary.

10/10/2025

Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun Deserve Responsive Leadership — Oyabambi

A stalwart of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and advocate of good governance, Otunba Adetunji Oyabambi (OAO), has criticized what he described as the ineffective and detached representation of the Ifelodun, Offa, and Oyun Federal Constituency at the National Assembly.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, Oyabambi said the people of the constituency have been shortchanged by a lack of proactive engagement, empathy, and visible development efforts from their elected representative, Hon. Tijani Ismail.

“The people who entrusted Hon. Tijani Ismail with their mandate deserve empathy, courage, and proactive leadership — not silence and detachment,” Oyabambi said. “Leadership is a sacred responsibility, and when elected officials fail to connect with the people and advance their welfare, they fall short of the trust placed in them.”

He lamented the absence of meaningful constituency projects and interventions, noting that residents have grown increasingly disillusioned due to a lack of tangible results.

“Our constituency deserves better. We cannot point to significant interventions, constituency projects, or developmental efforts facilitated through our current representation,” he added.

Oyabambi urged constituents to demand accountability and transparency from their representatives, emphasizing that democracy only thrives when leaders remain answerable to the people.

“Enough of ineffective representation. The time has come for leadership that truly serves the people and restores confidence in our democracy,” he declared.

04/10/2025

🎥 Video Update

Distribution of food items ongoing at the MOK Foundation office, Offa. Residents of the community turned out in large numbers to receive food items harvested from the Foundation’s 50-hectare farmland.

This initiative is part of MOK Foundation’s ongoing efforts to support families and promote food security within the community.

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