Author: Kwara Reporters

The Nigeria Police Force has said that its operatives have arrested five suspects for trans-border gunrunning and recovered 17 firearms and ammunition.The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who made this known in a statement on Friday said that five suspects involved in the trans-border gunrunning include; Adamu Noma; Matthew Audu; Andrew Poyi; Aminu Sani and Aminu Talha.Adejobi said they were arrested by the operatives of the FID-IRT on November 18, 2024, noting that upon their arrest, search was conducted and 10 locally fabricated Ak-47 rifles, five Israeli AK-47 rifles, one revolver pistol, one Pump Action rifle, 20 rounds…

Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has kicked against the bill seeking to exempt the police from the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS).Egbetokun who spoke while addressing police officers in Abuja said exiting the scheme will not favour the police force.He stated that if the police exit the CPS, they will go back to square one.He said: “Yes it is true that a bill has been passed by the National Assembly for the police to exit the CPS and that bill is awaiting presidential assent, but has anyone of you seen the details of the content of that bill? You need…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun command, has arrested a suspect who allegedly vandalised rail tracks in the state.The suspect, 24, a resident of Abidogun area, Ota-Efun, Osogbo, and one other still at large, allegedly committed the offence on Nov. 17 at Dagbolu Area in Ifeloodun LGA of Osun.A statement by Igbalawole Sotiyo, NSCDC commandant in Osun, made available to journalists in Osogbo on Friday, said that the suspect vandalised the rail tracks, using a hammer to remove the Pandrol clips.“The following day, Nov. 18, the suspects were caught in the act, vandalising the rail track and…

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested and arraigned three suspects, including a banker, for allegedly stealing N4 million from an abroad-based bank customer, Mba Ndukwe, by forging his account details.The command spokesman, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, in a statement on Friday, identified the suspects as Ndulaka Okwudili, 26; a commercial bank former staff, Ifeanyi Nnamani; and Philip Ozogwu, 44.He said the suspects fruaulently forged the bank identity of Mr Ndukwe, an Australia-based Nigerian, to withdraw N4 million from his account.Mr Ndukwe said operatives of the Central Police Station (CPS) arrested the suspects after the commercial bank management alerted the police…

President Bola Tinubu said late Thursday that there is “no going back” on the reforms embarked upon by his government, as it would improve Africa’s economic prospects.A statement by Bayo Onanuga, the president’s media aide, indicated that Mr Tinubu said this at a state dinner organised by the French government in his honour at Palais des Elysée in Paris.“Regarding Nigeria’s economy, we have embarked on a comprehensive reform, and there is no looking back,” Mr Tinubu said. “It is in the interest of the entire continent that we don’t continue in the past.”“We must brace up for the future with…

Concerns over the management of funds allocated to the Kwara State Social Investment Program (KWASSIP) have intensified following a radio program aired on October 24, 2024. The program featured a discussion between Dr. Olayinka Wasiu Tejidini, Director General of KWASSIP, and Comrade Olusegun Sholyment, Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). However, Dr. Tejidini reportedly failed to provide clear answers regarding the program’s expenditures, sparking public outrage.In response, the Kwara Transparency and Accountability Initiative (KTAI) has submitted a formal petition to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at its Abuja headquarters. The…

A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member was allegedly assaulted by a teacher at Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kunlede, Ilorin, Kwara State. According to eyewitnesses who spoke to Kwara Reporters, the incident occurred when the corps member visited the school to collect her clearance. A teacher at the school allegedly accused the corps member of failing to greet her properly, which led to a physical altercation. The corps member (Name withheld), was reportedly beaten by the teacher, sparking outrage among colleagues and students. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of corps members serving in the…

Former Governor Yahaya Bello will remain in custody for two weeks to await the decision of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja on his bail application.The trial judge, Maryanne Anenih, Wednesday, ordered the remand of the former governor in custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) till 10 December set for ruling on his bail application. That will be exactly 14 nights in custody till the date of the ruling.The EFCC earlier arraigned Mr Bello and two co-defendants on Wednesday on16 counts of N110 billion corruption charges, before hearing the defendants’ bail applications.The former governor…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Wednesday, reiterated Nigeria’s vast potential and resources, emphasising the country’s ability to become a global leader.Mr Obasanjo said this at the ongoing Ecobank Design and Build Expo at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) in Lagos.He praised Ecobank for organising the event, which highlights the architecture, building, construction and design sectors.During his visit, Mtlr Obasanjo went round various pavilions showcasing cutting-edge trends, innovations, and sustainable practices in architecture, construction, building materials, household appliances, engineering, and interior design.The former president expressed admiration for the high quality of work displayed by the exhibitors.He called on leaders at…

Ex-Head of State advises Shekarau-led groupMembers of the League of Northern Democrats (LND) yesterday got a candid advice from former Head of State Gen. Yakubu Gowon – they should jettison sectional interests and champion the cause that serves Nigeria’s collective interest.The former leader told the North’s political elite that the sustenance of the on-going democracy rests on the region.He urged the leaders of the region to prioritise the nation’s collective good in its pursuits.The LND is led by a former Kano State Governor, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau.The former Head of State spoke when members of the group visited him in Abuja.The…