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The Ilorin Emirate Youth development Association (IEYDA) in collaboration with the ilorin Durbar committee organized a pre-Durbar rally to mark the commencement of durbar celebrations and eid celebrations

The rally bring together the ilorin youths and emphasis on the advocates of peace and harmony among the emirate youth.

In addition, the rally encourages youth to shun all forms of violence, social vice and anti-political propaganda that can harm the cultural and structural integrity of ilorin and its environs.
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The IEYDA Annual Pre-Dubbar endurance trek in conjunction with the Durbar Committee chaired by Engineer Sulaiman Yahaya Alapasanpa will hold tomorrow to mark the beginning of Durbar celebrations.

A statement issued by the National President of the Association, Alhaji Muhammed Uthman-Jagunmo and the National Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Abdullahi Abdulfatahi-Oloyin said the meeting point is Emir's palace starting at 6:30am.

The statement emphasized that the early morning trek maintains a long-standing cultural practice while promoting community health and unity.

Participants are expected to include youth groups, cultural associations, and interested community members.

The trek route will wind through major areas of the metropolis before culminating at a central location for preliminary Durbar activities.

The Ilorin Emirate Youth advised participants to wear comfortable sports wear and arrive at the Emir's palace before the 6:30 a.m. commencement time.

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INSECURITY: EMIR SULU-GAMBARI SCHEDULES SPECIAL PRAYER FOR PRESIDENT Tinubu, GOV. ABDULRASAQ TOMORROW MAY 10,

Worried by the high spate of insecurity across the nation, the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has organized a special prayer for the restoration of peace in the country.

The prayer will focus of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON for Almighty Allah's guidance for them in their leadership as Nigeria's President and Kwara State Governor respectively.

This is contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Emir's spokesman, Mallam Abdulazeez Arowona, stressing that, "No nation can develop amidst insecurity and percieved tension ".

The prayer will hold tomorrow Saturday 10th May 2025 at the Madrasatul Sheikh Solih Alimi at 10am, to be led by the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Dr. Muhammad Bashir Imam Soliu OON and other clerics across the Ilorin Emirate.

The Emir commended the State Governor and Sardauna of Ilorin Emirate, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, for his commitments and dedication towards ensuring that peaceful coexistence continue to reign in the state.

Alhaji Sulu-Gambari however assured the Governor and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR of his continuous support and collaboration in order to ensure that their tenure is free of banditry, terrorism and other social vices threatening the peaceful coexistence and unity of the nation.

He therefore urged residents of Ilorin Emirate to be part of the event aimed at fostering harmony in Kwara State and Nigeria in general.

OMO ALFA ALIMI ILORIN EMIRATE ASSOCIATION .
Today, 22nd of April 2025.
We rejoice with His Royal Highness Alhãji Ibrahim ( DR. ) Ibrahim Zulu-gambari ( CFR )
Emir of ilorin
a memorable, resounding and fun-filled happy 85th birthday celebrations.

We thank Almighty Allah for sparing your life to see yet another year, in good health, peace and rest of mind, happiness, joy, prosperity, and in gratitude to God Almighty.

We pray that you will see many more years in good service to humanity and God. Things of celebration and laughter will know no bounds in your life and family.

We wish you more blessings, grace, accomplishments and achievements as well as divine guidance and protection.

Ilorin Emirates last year DUBAR

Al Hamdulillahi

The faces of dignitaries who graced the occasion of Prof. Ola Olu Ali SAN's turbaning as the First Kuliyan of Ilorin Emirate include ¹:
- *Vice President of Nigeria*: Senator Kashim Shetima GCON
- *Governor of Borno State*: Prof. Babagana Zulum
- *Speaker of Kwara State House of Assembly*: Rt. Hon. Danlad
-* Dr wale Babalakin
Other notable attendees mentioned include:
- *Emir of Ilorin*: Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu Gambari CFR, who conferred the title upon Prof. Ali
- *Royal Chiefs and Daudus*: Various traditional leaders from the Ilorin Emirate

This is the old Emir's palace, Ilorin, Kwara state before it's renovation. Have you visited before?

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This is what Eid looks like in Ilorin—captivating, with a gathering of beautiful people dressed in stunning attire. It is truly a majestic sight to witness. You can plan your Eid-el-Kabir celebration in Ilorin to experience this in person. As the Hausa saying goes, "Gani ya fi ji" —seeing is believing.

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I join millions across Nigeria and the world to celebrate a rare statesman, H.E President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 73rd birthday. A patriot, a reformer, and a visionary, his life has been one of relentless service to the nation and its people.

From laying the foundation for modern Lagos to now repositioning Nigeria through bold, courageous leadership, President Tinubu’s legacy is written in the architecture of our democracy, economy, and governance. Few have done more to shape Nigeria’s path forward.

At 73, he remains steadfast steering the country with clarity, conviction, and compassion. On behalf of my family, the people of Lagos, and our party, I extend warm wishes to Mr. President. May God grant him continued strength and wisdom to lead us into greater prosperity.

ILORIN EMIRATE OUR PRIDE AND HERITAGE

IWOLE AND THE CLOSING OF TEFSR 2025 AT MADRASAT SHEIKH ALIMI BN JANTA EMIR'S PALACE

RETURN FROM IWOLE (CLEANING AND CLEARING OF EID PRAYING GROUND) AND THE CLOSING OF THE YEAR 2025 TEFSR MADRAZAT SHEIKH ALIMI.
As part of tradition in Ilorin Emirate,every 27th or 28th of Ramadan there will b a gathering call iwole, Meaning the cleaning and clearing of Eid Praying Ground by All traditional titles holders in the Emirate after cleaning they will assemble at Emirs palace to pay homage to HRH where the colanut will be share as as a symbol of unity in preparation of sallah. May Allah spear our life to witness many more years. Happy sallah in advance Friends. Sheu sheu sheu wallahu yazimuka Mina nas amin