Author: Kwara Reporters

The federal government has proposed the abolition of the 6-3-3-4 education system in Nigeria and recommended a 12-year basic education model.Minister of Education Tunji Alausa spoke on the transition during the 2025 Extraordinary National Council of Education meeting in Abuja on Thursday.The 6-3-3-4 policy provides that a child spends six years in basic school, three years in junior secondary school (JSS), three years in senior secondary school (SSS) and four years in tertiary institution. The proposed policy will scrap the JSS and SSS structure.Mr Alausa explained that the introduction of the 12-year basic education model will bring Nigeria’s educational system…

In a remarkable display of compassion and leadership, Hon. Akanbi Babatunde Ahmed Amtech, the Councillor representing Share Ward 1, visited three hospitals in the Share Community—General Hospital Share, Jabe Clinic and Maternity, and Fohunsho Yaks Clinic—where he extended financial support to 13 patients receiving treatment. His visit brought hope and relief to those facing health challenges, reaffirming his commitment to the welfare of his constituents.Hon. Amtech was accompanied by his entourage, including Mr. Adeoti Abass, Mr. Aremu Okanlawon Abdullateef, Mr. Onaolapo Abass, Mr. Alao, and other notable individuals who joined him in this act of service. Together, they engaged with…

The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor Columbus Irisoanga.The sad news was announced by popular actress Hilda Dokubo via her Instagram page, where she expressed deep sorrow over his passing.In her emotional post, Dokubo lamented, “There can’t be shortage of Angels in heaven that the few here are called home like this na! This one is heavy on Uniport, Rivers State, Nollywood.”Columbus Irisoanga, fondly referred to as “Uncle Coli” by colleagues and loved ones, was a respected figure in the entertainment industry.While details surrounding his death remain unclear, fans and colleagues…

The Chairman of Temmies Investment Ltd., Hon. Bolujoko George, has congratulated Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir on his appointment as the 10th Serkin Gobir by the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari.In his congratulatory message, Hon. George stated, “Alhaji Yakubu Gobir’s appointment as the Serkin Gobir is a testament to his unwavering dedication to the development of our community. His philanthropic efforts have touched many lives, and I am confident that his leadership will bring about positive change for the entire Gobir clan.”Alhaji Gobir, a prominent figure in Kwara State and beyond, is renowned for his extensive contributions to community development.…

… Stands with NupeKoTV LafiagiThe Kwara State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the recent actions of Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq’s Commissioner for Water Resources, Usman Lade, in dragging a journalist to court for exposing the lies surrounding the government’s so-called water projects, particularly in the Lafiagi community. This act of intimidation is not only undemocratic but also a dangerous trend that threatens the fundamental rights of the people and the freedom of the press. In a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, of the PDP, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, the party commended NupekotvLafiagi, a media outlet that…

Managing a home loan effectively requires researching various options to make it more convenient and beneficial. One such option is a home loan balance transfer, which involves transferring your loan to a new lender. This process can provide an opportunity to secure more favourable terms that align with your financial needs. Understanding the steps, benefits, and considerations involved in a balance transfer can help you make a well-informed decision. This blog explains everything you need to know about home loan balance transfers.What is a Home Loan Balance Transfer?A home loan balance transfer is a procedure where your existing home loan…

Member of Anambra Assembly, Hon Justice Azuka, kidnapped since the eve of 2024 Christmas by gunmen in Onitsha, has been found dead.His decomposing body was found along the second Niger Bridge in Onitsha on Wednesday night by the combined security team despatched from Abuja.Azuka represented Onitsha North 1 constituency.It was gathered some of those who masterminded his kidnap have been arrested by the security team from AbujaAnambra Police spokesman, Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the developmentHe said the decomposing body of the lawmaker was discovered by the combined security team, comprising Police, Vigilance group among othersHowever, he didn’t confirm arrest of the…

Bandits have reportedly attacked Tsiga town in the Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State, where they were said to have abducted an unspecified number of people, including the former NYSC director-general, retired Brig.-Gen. Maharazu Tsiga.Some reliable sources said the incident occurred around 12:00 a.m. on Thursday.They said the bandits, in their numbers, went with dangerous weapons, shooting and forcefully gaining access to Mr Tsiga’s residence.The sources also revealed that one bandit was killed, but no one was killed from the residents of the area during the attack.When contacted, the police spokesperson, DSP Abubakar Aliyu, said, ” I am yet…

A pregnant woman has reportedly lost her life after a doctor allegedly performed a Cesarean Section (CS) using a YouTube tutorial at Lebechi Hospital in Owerri, Imo State. Her husband, Onyekachi Eze, revealed the shocking incident in a viral social media video. Accompanied by popular Nollywood producer Stanley Ontop, he reported the case at the Imo State Police Command on Tuesday. Join Our WhatsApp Group to watch the video Eze recounted his ordeal: “I took my wife to the hospital when she was in labor, and the doctor said she needed an operation because she was bleeding.” “The female doctor called another…

A 200-level Mass Communication student at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Kwara State, has committed suicide, after he allegedly cited overwhelming economic hardship.The student, whose identity has been withheld, consumed a poisonous substance at his residence in the Oke-odo area of Tanke, Ilorin, leaving the university community in shock and mourning.It was gathered that the deceased had been grappling with severe financial challenges, which reportedly began when he resumed his studies last year.However, the situation worsened after the loss of his father a few years ago, leaving his mother, a retired school teacher, as the sole provider for his academic…