Author: Kwara Reporters

By Sulaiman Onimago In governance, legacies are not built on rhetoric but on tangible impacts that can stand the test of time. Unfortunately, the trajectory of Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq’s administration in Kwara State paints a picture of missed opportunities, misplaced priorities, and a glaring lack of vision. Unlike his predecessors who implemented enduring projects and laid foundations for development, Abdulrazaq seems to lack foresight as he is more invested in irrelevant projects that add little or no value to the development of the state. Take, for instance, the recent federal government decision to adopt the International Aviation College, Ilorin, as one of…

The police command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) said it has arrested 31 suspects and recovered public items worth over N1 billion in Abuja.The commissioner of police (CP) in charge of the FCT, Olatunji Disu, said this at a news conference on Friday in Abuja.He said 16 suspects had been charged in court for criminal conspiracy and mischief by injury to public roads, navigable channels and electrical installation.The CP said the offences were punishable by life imprisonment, a fine, or both under section 332 of the Penal Code.Mr Disu said 115 units of manhole and drainage covers, five motorcycles,…

The Defence Headquarters says troops have eliminated no fewer than 358 terrorists, apprehended 431 suspects and rescued 249 kidnapped hostages between January 1 and 31.DHQ spokesperson Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba said in a statement on Friday in Abuja that the troops had continued to sustain the tempo in defeating terrorists and their cohorts in ongoing counter-terrorism and insurgency operations nationwide.He said the troops recovered 370 weapons and 4,972 ammunitions, comprising 105 AK47 rifles, 25 locally fabricated guns, and 32 Dane guns.Mr Buba added that 23 pump action guns, 3,066 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 758 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 980 cartridges,…

Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, has assured members of the scheme who are on the mandatory one year service to the nation that they will begin receiving N77,000 from February.Amid the reviewed minimum wage and rising inflation, the Federal Government had announced an increment in the monthly allowance of corps members from N33,000 to N77,000, but many have expressed concerns over implementation.Last year, an official of the scheme had attributed the delay in implementation to the lack of funds.But while speaking to the 2024 Batch ‘C’ Stream II corps members in Katsina State,…

The Police Service Commission has ordered the immediate retirement of all senior police officers who have either exceeded 35 years in service or are above the age of 60.The directive follows controversy over the tenure of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun after he clocked 60 years.The Police and the Attorney General of the Federation have, however, said his continued stay in office is lawful.A statement on Friday by the PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, said: “The Police Service Commission rose from its first extraordinary Meeting with the approval for the immediate retirement of senior…

The number of cows slaughtered daily in Lagos State has dropped from 5,000 to 3,000, according to the Lagos State Butchers Association.The association’s patron, Alhaji Bamidele Kazeem, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Thursday in Lagos. Kazeem said the decline was due to the country’s ongoing socio-economic challenges.He noted that the drop in cattle slaughter began in 2015 due to the Boko Haram insurgency and worsened with the current exchange rate crisis and inflation.“This reduction is due to numerous factors, including economic challenges, terror-related activities, and environmental concerns,” he said.Kazeem expressed concern that the…

Frustrations continue to rise among Nigerians as they face persistent challenges accessing cash due to limits on ATM withdrawals and Point-of-Sale (POS) operations.Despite the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) measures to ensure cash flow, the unavailability of cash remains a significant issue, affecting ordinary Nigerians and businesses alike.The situation has led to inflated charges on everyday bank users.On the other hand, POS services, an alternative for cash withdrawals and other transactions sustainability are threatened by high operational costs and regulatory caps.Many Nigerians have voiced their concerns, citing the financial and emotional toll of the cash crunch.Dinma Okonkwo, a Lagos resident…

The police command in Akwa Ibom has detained a couple over suspected child trafficking.The suspects, Christiana Ibanga and her boyfriend, Inyene Akpan, were apprehended for allegedly selling their own child for N450,000.A police spokeswoman, Timfon John, said at a news conference in Uyo that the case was reported by some residents.Ms John said on June 15, 2024, the police got an intelligence report that a woman took her six-year-old daughter to an undisclosed location.“Acting promptly on credible intelligence, our operatives swung into action and arrested the suspects on January 14 in Abuja.“During interrogation, the suspects admitted to selling their own…

The Nigeria Labour Congress says stringent measures are in place to ensure that states and employers implement the national minimum wage and the consequential adjustment before the end of March.Mohammed Ibrahim, president of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, said this at a one-day National Leadership Retreat organised for the union’s National Administrative Committee Members on Wednesday in Abuja.Mr Ibrahim, also NLC’s national internal auditor, said the measures were imperative due to the continuous delay by states and institutions in manipulating wage payments.According to him, one of the issues in implementing the minimum wage is insincerity.“I can assure you…

In a demonstration of compassion and commitment to community development, Hon. Akanbi Babatunde Ahmed Amtech, councillor representing Share Ward 1, has extended a generous cash gift to 30 esteemed traditional leaders, including “Bale Ile,” “Iyale Ile,” and “Olu-Ęso” in his ward.The gesture was aimed at recognizing the invaluable contributions of these respected elders who serve as custodians of cultural heritage and agents of social harmony. Hon. Amtech’s initiative reflects his dedication to promoting unity and enhancing the welfare of his constituents.Accompanying him during the event were key members of his entourage, including:•Mr. Abass A. Adeoti – Chairman•Onaolapo Abass•Bello Sedeeq•Aremu Okanlawon…