Author: Kwara Reporters

By Mallam Bello AbubakarIt’s disheartening when those entrusted with power to uplift their people only dig deeper holes of poverty for them. Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, who rose to power on the wave of Otoge advocates’ promise of change, has done little to close the widening gap of income inequality between Kwara workers and those in neighbouring states. The disparity, once a source of frustration has only worsened under his leadership. The gap in wages and opportunities continues to widen, leaving many to question if the governor is truly serving the people’s interests or merely soothing our concerns with empty promises.…

The UK Government on Friday donated advanced counter-Improvised Explosives Devices to Operation Hadin Kai Theatre Command Joint Task Force in Maiduguri.The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the donation of the equipment marks another milestone in the strategic partnership between the UK and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.Counter-IED equipment is created primarily for military and law enforcement.They are used for standoff detection of explosives and explosive precursor components and defeating Improvised Explosives Devices.The equipment was handed over to the Theatre Commander, Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, by the representatives of the British Defence Staff West Africa in the presence of very senior…

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on Thursday debunked claims of her involvement in facilitating a $57.5 billion loan for the Biafra Republic Government in Exile.A controversial Biafran agitator, Simon Ekpa, in a now-deleted post on X, had claimed the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have agreed to loan $57.5 billion to BRGIE.According to Ekpa, the funds were meant to support the formation of a new government following a proposed declaration of Biafra independence on December 2, 2024.“The World Bank and IMF have agreed to loan the sum of $57.5 billion to Biafra…

The Lagos State High Court Probate Registry has issued an ultimatum to Christian Wigwe to explain his interest in the estate of his cousin, the late Herbert Wigwe, former group managing director and CEO of Access Bank.Christian had lodged a caveat on behalf of Shyngle Wigwe, the father of the deceased, apparently to contest the distribution of the estate as specified in the will of the late banker.A caveat serves as a formal written notice filed with the probate registry regarding the management of a deceased person’s estate. By filing this caveat, the caveator challenges the validity of the deceased’s…

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested five suspects in connection with the murder of a 46-year-old graduate of the University of Ilorin, Lanre Adebayo.Adebayo, a Political Science graduate, was reportedly tortured to death on Monday, October 21, 2024, in the Ita-Elepa area of Ilorin West Local Government Area, following an altercation with local vigilante security guards.It was gathered that the suspects included a community leader, two local vigilante guards, and two other individuals who allegedly participated in the assault that led to Adebayo’s death.Sources revealed that the incident began as a heated argument between Adebayo and the vigilante guards…

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) says two more bodies have been recovered from the Sikorsky S-76 helicopter that crashed in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital.Three persons were confirmed dead following the crash on Thursday. Eight persons (six passengers and two crew members) were on board the aircraft when the incident happened.Barely a day after the crash, the NSIB said more bodies have been recovered while three more persons remain unaccounted for.“We have recovered two more bodies, making it a total of five. There are three more down there that hopefully will be recovered today,” NSIB Director General Alex…

Adedoyin Odunuga, the wife of prominent gospel singer, Damilare Odunuga, also known as Dare Melody, is dead.The news was shared in a statement on Instagram late Thursday by Dare Melody, who expressed grief over the loss of his beloved Adedoyin.The company released an official statement earlier today, confirming Odunuga’s passing in the early hours of October 24, 2024.Described as a cherished figure among family, friends, and colleagues, the DM Multimedia community shared the sorrowful message, noting, “You will forever be in our hearts,” as they honoured Mrs Odunuga’s memory.The full statement from the company read, “Black Day @DM Multimedia: DM…

The Central Bank of Nigeria has debunked reports claiming that the old series of N200, N500, and N1,000 banknotes will cease to exist as legal tender by December 31, 2024.In a statement released on Thursday by the acting Director of Corporate Communications, Sidi Hakama, the CBN noted that the order of the Supreme Court of Nigeria on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, to extend the use of old naira banknotes still holds indefinitely.“The attention of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been drawn to discussions at different fora suggesting that the old series of the N200, N500, and N1,000 banknotes…

Actress and producer Faithia Williams has addressed the controversy surrounding her upcoming film, “Efunroye: The Unicorn” in a lengthy Instagram post.Faithia expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support with over six million views on her announcement post.However, she clarified misconceptions sparked by the project’s passion and emotions, particularly on X.She emphasiSed that “Efunroye: The Unicorn” is a work of artistic interpretation and storytelling, not a promotional piece to glorify or whitewash Madam Efunroye Tinubu.Faithia reassured fans and critics that her goal as a filmmaker is to bring Nigerian stories to life on screen, exploring important parts of history through fiction inspired…

Residents of Majia are still mourning as the death toll from the penultimate Tuesday petrol tanker explosion rose to 181.The state governor, Namadi, disclosed this during his visit to victims at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital and Dala Orthopedic hospitals on Sunday night. A truck loaded with petrol travelling from Kano to Nguru in Yobe State overturned and exploded in Majia town in Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State.The incident was the first in the history of Majia town, a largely agrarian community in Jigawa State known for economic activities. Taura is a major agricultural hub, with fertile land suitable for…