Author: Kwara Reporters

Kwara State’s budget performance document reveals that between January and September 2024, N922 million was spent on the presidential lodge and guest chalets. Initially, the state had allocated N1 billion for this purpose in the 2024 fiscal year. This expenditure is part of the state’s total budget of N292.741 billion for the 2024 fiscal year, which was approved by the Kwara State House of Assembly. Despite allocating N700 million for water facility repairs and rehabilitation, the state spent nothing between January and September 2024. On the other hand, hospital and health center repairs received N479 million during the same period.…

The management of Kwara State University, Malete (KWASU), on Tuesday, said one Aiyeyemi Sulaimon Olayinka who was allegedly killed by the police at the Tanke area of Ilorin, the state capital, was not a student of the institution.A statement signed by the Acting Director, University Relations, Dr Saeedat Aliyu, said records showed that the victim, Olayinka voluntarily withdrew from the University’s Department of Statistics since the 2018/2019 session at 200 level.Olayinka was allegedly killed on Tuesday November 5, 2024 by some policemen in the Tanke area of Ilorin.Kwara Reporters reports that the Kwara State Police Command, had arrested and detained…

Senator Monday Okpebholo has been sworn-in as the 6th elected Governor of Edo State.This marks an end to the eight-year reign of Godwin Obaseki of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).Okpebholo took his oath of office at the ceremony, which took place on Tuesday at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, the state capital.Hon. Denise Idahosa was also sworn-in as the Deputy Governor.They were both sworn-in by Edo Chief Judge, Justice Daniel Okongbowa.I didn’t seek for Chinese loan, Okpebholo hits ObasekiSen. Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) defeated the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Barr. Asue Ighodalo…

The Head of Lagbaja Family of Ilobu Kingdom in Osun State, Mr Demola Lagbaja, says it is regrettable that the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoheed Lagbaja, did not enjoy life outside the military.The family head spoke on Monday while receiving the St. Charles Grammar School, Osogbo, Old Boys Association, who paid a condolence visit to the Lagbaja family house in Ibadan on Monday.He said that the family expected that their late son would, after serving his tenure, retire to enjoy the fruit of his labour.Lagbaja said the family had submitted to the will of God following the…

By Abdulyekeen Mohd Bashir Over the weekend, residents of Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, were confronted with a new order from the Kwara State government restricting certain categories of vehicles from using the Ahmadu Bello Way, a major route that connects Government House, various government offices, the popular Challenge area, and also serves as an alternate road for commercial vehicles to reach Tanke, GRA, Fate, Basin, and other areas within the metropolis. The restriction order affects tricycles (Keke Napep), commercial motorcycles (Okada), taxis, trucks, and heavy-duty vehicles.This restriction notice, which was issued by the State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Abdulquawiy…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has secured an agreement with Dangote Refinery to lift products directly.IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Garima, announced this at an ongoing press briefing on Monday in Abuja, following a meeting of the National Working Committee of the Association.He said the partnership would ensure a steady, affordable supply of PMS products nationwide.“After meeting with Aliko Dangote and his management team in Lagos, we are pleased to announce that Dangote Refinery has agreed to supply IPMAN with PMS, AGO, and DPK directly for distribution to our depots and retail outlets.”Garima urged IPMAN members to support Dangote…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated. the administration’s dedication to fostering unity, dialogue, and reconciliation among the diverse ethnic groups as the nation commemorates the 2024 Ogoni Martyrs Remembrance Day.This year’s observance with the theme “After price, comes prise,” seeks to honor those who sacrificed their lives for the Ogoni cause while calling for a brighter, more unified future for all Nigerians.In a statement on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu emphasised his administration’s solidarity with the Ogoni people, particularly with the National Youth Council of Ogoni People (NYCOP), and expressed deep respect…

Human rights activist, Audu Bulama Bukarti, says members of the newly identified terror group, Lakurawa, have taken over the duties of traditional rulers in some communities in Kebbi State, serving as mediators among locals.Bukarti stated this during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Monday.He said the group had been in Nigeria for six years, saying “they are potentially dangerous.”Bukarti said, “You know Boko Haram became a transnational terror group and nothing was done until after it had operated for many years. And had gathered experience, arms and money through kidnapping and other terrorism activities.“This one is not up…

Suspected gunmen on Monday shot two people to death in Abeokuta, Ogun State.It was gathered that the incident occurred at the parking lots of Diamond Dumplings GRA, Abeokuta.The gunmen in an unregistered black Toyota Hilux reportedly confronted the occupants of a black Mercedes Benz GLE 350 with a DLA number plate and demanded the car key.They reportedly opened fire on the occupants, killing one on the spot and leaving others injured.The police spokesperson in the state, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident in a statement.Odutola explained that the incident occured at 12:30a.m in the parking lots of Diamond Dumplings, GRA, Abeokuta.“Three…

Barring any unforeseen circumstance, the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, would be buried in Abuja on Friday.His immediate elder brother, Moshood Lagbaja, disclosed this in Osogbo, Osun State, during a condolence visit by St Charles Grammar School Osogbo Old Boys Association (SCOBA).He said the military could not release his remains to the family, but assured them he would be given a befitting burial in Abuja on Friday.The delegation presented a condolence letter signed by Global President of the association, Tade Adekunle, and and General Secretary, Leye Odetoyinbo, to the family.Speaking on behalf of SCOBA, leader…