Author: Kwara Reporters

Families, community and close associates of the four Lebanese nationals kidnapped Friday by suspected militants in the riverine areas of Lagos State have reportedly rebuffed police intervention, saying they are in a better position to achieve results without endangering the lives of the victims.This came as controversy trailed their kidnap by armed men suspected to be militants from the riverine areas of the state.While reports said the Managing Director of Fouani Company, a representative of LG and Hisense products was one of the victims; another source said it was one of his top managers and others that were kidnappedThey were…

Residents of Idekan Farm Settlement in the Ijebu-Ode area of Ogun State were left shocked when a man named Matthew James killed his 55-year-old wife, Etim Mary, due to suspicions of her having an extramarital affair.It was reported that the incident took place around 8:00 p.m. on Sunday.Our correspondent learnt from several community and police sources that the suspect, now in police custody, committed the crime after suspecting that his late wife was having an extramarital affair with another man in the community.An eyewitness, who requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the matter, said the police operatives from the…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Monday paid a visit to the wife of the President, Remi Tinubu, in Lagos.A media aide to the President’s wife, Busola Kukoyi, said Obasanjo came felicitating with her principal on the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.“Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and the First Lady of the Federal of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu after receiving the Former President who came felicitating on the Sallah Celebration on Monday 17th June,” Kukoyi wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter).In the buildup to the 2023 presidential election won by ex-Lagos governor, Bola…

In a gesture of goodwill and inclusivity, Hon. Bolujoko George, a distinguished philanthropist and financial expert, has conveyed heartfelt greetings to the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha.Recognizing the significance of this sacred festival in the Islamic calendar, Hon. Bolujoko George extended his warm wishes for joy, peace, and prosperity to all those celebrating around the world.Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, holds great importance for Muslims worldwide as they commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God.Hon. Bolujoko George, known for his deep commitment to philanthropy…

According to the latest report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), inflation rates in Nigeria have shown significant disparities across different states.On a year-on-year basis, Kogi (46.32%), Ekiti (44.94%), and Kwara (44.66%) recorded the highest food inflation rates in the country. Meanwhile, Borno (25.97%), Benue (27.74%), and Delta (28.67%) had the slowest rise in headline inflation.When looking at the all-items inflation rates on a year-on-year basis, Bauchi (42.30%), Kogi (39.38%), and Oyo (37.73%) were the states with the highest figures.However, the trend changes on a month-on-month basis. Kano (4.24%), Gombe (4.06%), and Bauchi (3.75%) were the states with the…

As the auspicious occasion of Eid-el-Adha dawns upon us, Hon. Azeez Ayodele Ayodimeji, fondly known as Triple A, extends warm greetings and best wishes to the Muslim faithfuls across the globe.Triple A, a distinguished philanthropist, serial entrepreneur, and grassroots mobilizer who hails from Jebba in Moro Local Government Area of the state, takes this opportunity to convey his heartfelt prayers for peace, joy, and prosperity to the entire Muslim ummah.In his message of unity and solidarity, Triple A emphasizes the importance of faith, compassion, and generosity that define the spirit of Eid-el-Adha. He encourages everyone to reflect on the values…

Renowned humanitarian, seasoned entrepreneur, and financial expert Chief Adedotun Ajala has extended heartfelt greetings to Muslim faithfuls on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Adha. In his message, Chief Ajala called on the Muslim community to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Ibrahim and to embody the virtues of sacrifice, faith, and obedience.As the Eid celebrations unfold, Chief Adedotun Ajala emphasized the importance of unity, compassion, and goodwill among all members of society. He urged individuals to reach out to those in need and to foster a spirit of generosity and kindness during this auspicious time.Furthermore, Chief Adedotun Ajala extended special greetings…

The 10 Nigerian teenage girls allegedly trafficked to Ghana for prostitution have returned to Nigeria, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has disclosed.The Chairman of the Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, who made the disclosure in a post on her X handle, said the girls who were rescued in Ghana arrived Lagos on Friday.According to her, the girls who are mainly from Imo State were accompanied by representatives of Imo State government.The NidCOM Chairman added that they received and profiled by officials of National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP).The girls, all under the age of 18, were reportedly…

The Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN) has revealed another increase in egg prices, blaming low production and high feed costs.Mojeed Iyiola, the PAN Lagos state Chairman, said that the rise in the market is also due to scarcity.The Nation reports that Iyiola cited the cost of maize, which is used to feed the chickens, as a major reason for the hike in fuel prices.He said:The reason for the current hike in egg prices is the scarcity of eggs. Most farmers have sold off their old layers, and acquiring new stock is very expensive, with the cost of day-old chicks becoming…

Depict imageThe Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has said that a road crash that occurred in Kwara State has claimed the lives of 19 persons.The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, disclosed this while addressing a press conference on Friday in Abuja.He said the accident occurred at Kanbi village, on the Olooru new Jebba road in Kwara State at exactly 20:00hrs on Thursday.The Corps Marsha revealed that preliminary investigation revealed that the crash which occurred as a result of excessive speed and wrongful overtaking involved 2 vehicles; a blue Iveco trailer with no trace of registration and a white Toyota Hiace bus…