Author: Kwara Reporters

Kwara for Kwarans Initiative, in collaboration with Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA), has launched a sensitization program aimed at promoting hygiene and safe sanitation practices at Oja Tuntun Ilorin, Kwara state. The “Say No to Open Defecation” campaign features presentations on promoting hygiene, ensuring safe sanitation, and building a better community.Amb. Anjorin Samuel Babatunde, Convener of Kwara for Kwarans Initiative, delivered the opening remarks, highlighting the importance of collective efforts in achieving a cleaner and healthier environment, he appreciated Kwara State Government, The Rural Water Supply Sanitation Agency [RUWASSA] and The Majority Leader of Kwara State House of Assembly…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State has recorded another significant setback as a prominent party chieftain, Otunba Olabode Oyedepo, popularly known as Bode Deway, has dumped the party and signaled his intention to join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).Otunba Oyedepo, an influential figure from Oro in Irepodun Local Government Area and a former senatorial aspirant in Kwara South, made this known during a telephone conversation with the Kwara PDP State Publicity Secretary, Comrade Olusegun Olusola Adewara, shortly after the party’s just-concluded National Convention.According to him, he has commenced preparations for his formal registration with the PDP, expressing readiness…

The Sarkin Gobir and Madawaki of Ilorin Emirate, Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir, has extended warm felicitations to key dignitaries and the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.In a goodwill message, Alhaji Gobir conveyed his heartfelt greetings and profound respect to the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, as well as the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR, wishing them continued good health, wisdom, and a peaceful reign.Alhaji Gobir congratulated Muslims across Nigeria and beyond for their devotion, sacrifices, and steadfastness throughout…

The Kwara State PDP yesterday received hundreds of vibrant youths drawn from all wards of Moro Local Government Area at the Party Secretariat in Ilorin, as they formally declared their intention to join the PDP and align with its #ResecureKwara2027 agenda.They were led by a young entrepreneur and CEO of Adua Autos, Mr. Afolayan Opeyemi Aduagba, whose entry into the party marks a significant boost to the PDP’s growing grassroots strength across Kwara state .The youths movement was facilitated by the immediate past State Youth Leader of the Party, Hon. Mohammed Abdulmumin, who described their movement into the party as…

Tension has gripped the Babanla community after unknown gunmen abducted five people, including the Chief Imam of the town, in a disturbing attack that occurred earlier this evening.According to local sources, the armed men stormed parts of the community and forcefully took the victims to an unknown location before fleeing. The abduction of the highly respected Chief Imam has particularly shocked residents and religious leaders.Witnesses say the attackers operated for several minutes before escaping with the victims. The identities of the other abducted individuals are still being confirmed.Residents have expressed serious concern over the rising security challenges and are calling…

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Policy Communication, has reacted to the backlash that followed his recent interview with Mehdi Hassan, saying his past comments about his principal were made in the context of politics. Bwala spoke during his appearance on Al-Jazeera’s Head to Head with Mehdi Hassan, held at Conway Hall in London. In a statement issued on Saturday, the presidential aide said that having accepted to serve the president, defending and promoting the administration’s policies is a responsibility he carries out with “ease and joy.” Bwala said he remains ready to appear before…

Engr. Suleiman Rotimi Iliasu, a former Commissioner for Works in Kwara State, has formally resigned his membership from the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a resignation letter dated March 6, 2026, and addressed to the Ward Chairman of Oloru Ward in Moro Local Government Area, Hon. Iliasu announced his decision to step down from the ruling party with immediate effect. According to the letter, the former commissioner cited Article 9.5 (i) of the APC Constitution in formally notifying the party of his resignation. Hon. Iliasu explained that the decision followed a period of deep reflection and consultation, noting that the…

The Yahaya Seriki Youth Alliance has extended congratulations to the newly elected executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, particularly Chairman Prince Sunday Adeniran Fagbemi, who retained his position for a second term. The group’s coordinator, Olalere Kayode, expressed optimism that the new executives will deliver on their promises come 2027. In a statement released yesterday from YASYA office Ilorin, Amb Olalere Kayode appealed to the party leadership to consider Ambassador Yahaya Seriki Gambari MFR, a prominent son of Kwara State, as the next governor of the state, citing calls from prominent youths across the state. This…

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has denied claims that former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufai, suffered a nosebleed while in custody.ICPC spokesperson, Okor Odey, was reacting to allegations made by one of the aides of El-Rufai, Muyiwa Adekeye, who claimed that the former governor experienced a health challenge in detention.Odey, however, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Abuja on Wednesday, that El-Rufai was in stable condition, adding that no such incident occurred.He said the commission was still holding the former governor over various allegations leveled against him.According to him, the commission is still holding…

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has approved the composition of sub-committees for the upcoming 2026 National Convention as part of preparations to ensure a transparent and credible convention. The committees are mandated to coordinate critical operational, administrative, electoral, logistics, security, and programme activities necessary for the seamless conduct of the convention. The leadership of the National Convention sub-committees comprises the Aspirants’ Screening Committee, headed by Chairman Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji, Co-Chairman Usman Ododo, and Vice Chairman Sen. Ken Nnamani. The Screening Appeal Committee is made up of Chairman Umar Namadi, Co-Chairman Francis Nwifuru, and Vice Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. The Election…