Author: Kwara Reporters

An Area Court sitting at Centre-Igboro, Ilorin, Kwara State, has dissolved the Islamic marriage between Taibat Oniban and Alfa Kamaldeen, both of Okelele Area, Ilorin, after living together for eight years.The presiding judge, Idris Etsu, made the ruling after the bailiff of the court deposed an affidavit on the agreement of the husband to dissolve the marriage.“The bailiff said that he called the husband on the phone and he said that he is not interested in the marriage.“The husband agreed that custody of their child be granted to the wife,” Judge said.The court therefore dissolved the Islamic marriage between the…

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency has rescued occupants from a fire that gutted the 11th floor of the Ultimate Apartment in Ikoyi.LASEMA’s permanent secretary, Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said in a statement that the agency received a distress call on Friday at 10.16 p.m.“Following distress calls received through the 767 and 112 toll-free emergency lines at 22.16hrs, LASEMA activated its response teams from Lekki, Onipan and the Command and Control Centre, Alausa.“On arrival at the incident scene, LASEMA discovered that an eleven-storey building, The Ultimate Apartments, was engulfed in fire. Further investigations revealed that the fire originated from a room on…

The Chief of Staff to the Kwara State Governor, Prince AbdulKadir Aliyu Mahe, has passed away at the age of 73. Family sources confirmed that he died in the early hours of Saturday at an undisclosed medical facility in Ilorin. He will be interred later today at his family compound on Princess Road, Ilorin South Local Government Area according to Islamic rites.Appointed at over 70 years, the late Chief of Staff had often been described as reclusive and laid-back. Insiders noted his minimal involvement in state affairs, a situation attributed to the governor’s governance style, which reportedly sidelined him in favor…

The Kwara State Police Command has rescued 13 kidnap victims in Oke-Ero local government area of the state.The spokesperson of the command, Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, in a statement on Saturday, said policemen successfully rescued the kidnap victims following a distress call on December 21, 2024.“The victims, who were forcefully abducted by armed assailants on their way to a wedding programme in Kogi State, were rescued in a joint operation involving the police and the Oke-Ero local government security initiative personnel. Acting on credible intelligence and with the support of local informants, the security operatives swiftly mobilised to the suspects’ hideout located…

Police officers in Nigeria have demanded N40,000 from a distraught mother whose seven-year-old daughter was kidnapped in Ogun.The police authorities said the errant cops had been arrested and would face disciplinary actions.“Otta missing girl: The Ogun State Police Command has been on the case. The girl will be found asap. Also, the policemen who demanded money before they could attend to the case have been arrested and kept in detention for disciplinary action,” said police spokesman Muyiwa Adejobi in a statement on Saturday.The police described the officers’ actions as “inhuman, apathetic, and unprofessional.”The arrest of the officers followed the reported…

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps operatives have arrested a mechanic for stealing a vehicle.Dyke Ogbonnaya, the spokesperson for the NSCDC command in Ogun, in a statement on Friday, said the suspect, 27-year-old Abiodun Ajao, allegedly drove the vehicle with number plate Lagos BDG 956-FJ, to Idona, Ijebu Imusin.The suspect had already started dismembering the vehicle for sale to intending buyers before he was arrested, Mr Ogbonnaya said.According to Mr Ogbonnaya, the suspect said he was conducting a test drive on the vehicle to ascertain the suitability of the work he did on the vehicle, which was brought to him…

By Ayodele Ayoimeji Azeez(Triple A)The quest for equitable governance and balanced development in Kwara State has reignited discussions about the rotation of power among its three senatorial districts—Kwara Central, Kwara South, and Kwara North. As 2027 approaches, the argument for power to shift from Kwara Central to Kwara North is not only compelling but also rooted in justice, equity, and inclusiveness.1. The Principle of EquityFor decades, Kwara Central has enjoyed political dominance, holding the reins of power in several administrations. While this has undoubtedly brought development to the district, it has also created an imbalance that leaves other regions feeling…

By Abdullahi Abubakar I came across a video with the caption: “Breaking: Kwara South traditional rulers and chiefs led by the Olupo of Ajase-Ipo, Oba Ismail Yahya Alebiosu, today declared their total support for Kwara North’s 2027 governorship bid, citing equity, fairness, and justice. The monarchs also beseeched all Kwarans to join them in supporting equity, fairness, and justice.”While the principles of equity, fairness, and justice are noble and worth upholding, the involvement of traditional leaders in partisan political advocacy raises critical questions about the sanctity of their royal stools. Our royal fathers are revered custodians of culture and symbols of…

The Economic of West African States (ECOWAS) has described terrorism allegations against Nigeria and other member states by Niger Republic as “unfounded”, saying it is solidly behind its members.Niger Republic had accused Nigeria and other ECOWAS members of colluding with France to destabilise the country.However, ECOWAS in a statement on Thursday described the allegations as “unfounded”.“The Commission of the Economic and West African Staes (ECOWAS) expresses deep concern over allegations being made against Nigeria and other ECOWAS member states.“The Commission stands firmly by Nigeria and ECOWAS member states against allegations that they are sponsoring terrorism.“For years, Nigeria has supported peace…

In a shocking revelation, Nigerian social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has come forward with claims that an unknown hacker managed to siphon off 160 million Naira from the bank account of his newly established Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). This incident has sparked widespread concern over the security of financial institutions and the vulnerability of charitable organizations to cyber threats.According to VeryDarkMan, the breach occurred in the NGO’s account held with Zenith Bank. VDM, who has been vocal about various societal issues and recently turned his focus towards educational reform, announced his NGO with the aim…