Author: Kwara Reporters

By Abdulyekeen Mohd BashirA visit to the market in recent times reveals that the costs of food and other household items are alarmingly high. Both salary earners and self-employed citizens are lamenting that their earnings rarely meet family demands, including feeding, clothing, shelter, health, and education. Life has, therefore, become increasingly difficult for many Kwarans. Kwara State’s recent ranking as one of the top 10 states with the highest cost of living in Nigeria is a stark indictment of the Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq-led government’s failed economic policies. Rated as the second lowest on GDP ranking and being a civil servant state…

Gunmen have killed a vigilante commander, Eloka Mbajekwe and injured many others in Nnewi, Anambra State. The incident happened on Monday afternoon, June 17, 2024. It was gathered that the gunmen were trying to implement sit- at-home. A report from the town said that the Nnewi vigilante group reportedly got information that the gunmen were about to enter Nnewi through Nnobi in Idemili South Local Government area and decided to confront them at the boundary between the two communities. The vigilante commander and his men were said to have engaged the gunmen in a shootout during which he was killed. It was also gathered…

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has faulted plans by the Federal Government to buy new jets for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.Obi, in a Monday post on X (formerly Twitter), urged the current government to focus on alleviating the suffering of the people and not splurging scarce resources on the acquisition of new presidential jets.Last week, the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence asked the Federal Government to purchase new aircraft for Tinubu and Shettima.The committee’s recommendation followed its investigation into the status of the aircraft in the presidential air fleet.The…

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…