Author: Kwara Reporters

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has insisted that Nigeria’s battle against corruption can only be effective and successful if it begins with accountability among top government officials.The former president argued that tackling corruption at the highest levels of leadership would set an example for others and demonstrate the government’s commitment to transparency and integrity.Obasanjo spoke on Sunday night during an interactive session on Zoom tagged “Boiling Point Arena.”The conversation which was aired by some private radio stations in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, focussed on Obasanjo’s legacies in government and his assessment of today’s Nigeria.Obasanjo described corruption as hydra-headed and one that…

A trigger-happy policeman has reportedly shot dead a 17-year-old boy, Emeka Odogwu, in Ozoro community, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State on Saturday night, December 8.The incident occurred over an argument related to the use of fireworks. The deceased was said to have attempted to escape when one of the policemen reportedly opened fire and k!lled him.Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the command, SP Bright Edafe, said the officer has been arrested and detained. Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? For Adverts or…

Barrister Mahmud Haruna, a prominent political figure from Kwara North, has declared that politicians from the region will ‘fight’ their counterparts in other regions to secure the vexed gubernatorial ticket, describing any attempts by Kwara Central politicians to vie for the position as ‘insensitive’ and ‘belittling.’Speaking on a popular WhatsApp platform, Kwara Commission, Haruna said, “As Kwara Northerners, we will fight for our political survival and relevance. We shall appreciate those who join us in this fight. It is highly belittling and insensitive seeing Kwara Central politicians throwing dust in our face by coming out to show interest to contest…

The Chairman of the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWASIEC), Muhammed Baba Okanla, has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding the payment of stipends to ad-hoc staff who worked during the September 21 local government elections in Kwara State.In a press statement signed by the chairman, KWSIEC asserted that the majority of ad-hoc staff had been paid, leaving only a small group unpaid due to issues such as incorrect account details, mismatched names, or errors in posts or places of work.”The commission is committed to the principles of transparency, fairness, accountability, and due process,” said Okanla. “I have built a reputation…

President Bola Tinubu has said things are taking shape for the better, even though people may not like his government.He said amid the tough challenges in the country, his administration had made some progress, noting that there are better days ahead.The President, who was represented by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, made the remarks at the graduation ceremony for the Executive Intelligence Management Course 17 at the National Institute for Security Studies in Abuja, on Saturday,He said, “Things are happening in our country today. People may not like us. They probably will disagree with one or two. But fundamentally,…

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) says it has commenced an investigation into a serious incident involving a Fly Bird HS 125 aircraft with registration number 5NKAL. The aircraft, operating a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja (DNAA), to Kotoka International Airport, Accra (DGAA), experienced technical difficulties during its flight on December 6 2024.It was learnt that the aircraft lost its two engines in the course of the flight and decided to return to Abuja.Mrs Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji, Director, Public Affairs and Family Assistance of the NSIB confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday.He said preliminary information indicated that…

Actor and film director, Ibrahim Chatta, has addressed the long-held notion that he is underrated in the movie industry.In a recent appearance on the ‘Talk To B’ podcast, Chatta confidently asserted that he is one of the highest-paid Yoruba-speaking actors in Nigeria.“A lot of time some people say Ibrahim Chatta is underrated. No, I’m not. I’m one of the highest-paid Yoruba-speaking actors in Nigeria,” he said.Chatta recounted his humble beginnings in the entertainment industry, revealing that he started as a studio rat, creating promotional jingles and movie soundtracks for over 400 films and firms.According to him, his determination and perseverance…

The Zone 16 Police Command has three suspects for allegedly engaging in illicit drugs and fraudulent activities.A statement on Saturday by the zone spokesman in Yenagoa, SP Gunn Emonena, said the zonal financial and cybercrime unit, based on credible intelligence, stormed the Rumukparali community in the Obio/Akpo Local Government of Rivers to arrest the suspects.He said the three suspects, Billion Ndubuisi, Charles Amachree, and Martins Chinemike confessed to have impersonated Ryam Bill, a U.S.-based luminary and defrauded one St. Andrea and Charlen Zielinsky to the tune of $71,500.Mr Emonena said that during the execution of a search in their premises,…

Less than 24 hours after Kwara Reporters highlighted the plight of ad-hoc staff who participated in the September 21 local government elections, the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWASIEC) has reportedly begun payments to some affected workers.The report, which detailed workers’ frustrations over delayed stipends and repeated visits to KWASIEC’s Ilorin office, appears to have prompted the commission to take action.Speaking to Kwara Reporters, one of the unpaid workers expressed cautious optimism. “I want to believe this prompted today’s payment, but only a few payments have been made so far. I am still waiting to receive my own stipend,” the…

Last Sunday, Niger State Governor Umaru Bago and his entourage missed their way during a tour and strayed into a terrorists’ enclave on the outskirts of Igade [Mashegu LGA] and Bangi [Mariga LGA] axis. Since last week, Mr Bago and his entourage have been visiting local communities in Niger North Senatorial District to inspect ongoing projects.The governor inspected several projects, including a five-kilometre road in Igade. Addressing locals in the town, the governor said the road would be extended to Mariga Local Government Area.He also pledged to rehabilitate health centres in the axis to improve access to essential healthcare services.Driving into…