Author: Kwara Reporters

A casual worker attached to the Gombe State Government House, simply identified as Malam Umar, has been allegedly killed on the premises of the Government House by his co-worker identified as Shuaibu Adamu, a watchman.The deceased, also known as ‘Baba Usama’, was said to be a casual worker attached to the Gombe State Government House as a ‘borehole operator.’Confirming the incident, Gombe Police Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, said preliminary findings revealed that the victim was found motionless with his trousers tied around his neck, “while a local intoxicant (popularly known as rubber solution) was found inserted in…

Two adult males, whose identities are yet to be established, have been found dead amid the debris of the Great Nigeria Insurance House on Lagos Island, following the devastating fire that swept through the high-rise building on Thursday.The bodies were recovered on Friday during continued search and rescue operations at the Marina axis, where the multi-storey structure was severely damaged by the inferno.DAILY POST reports that the blaze originated from the fourth floor of the 25-storey building before spreading to the sixth floor and subsequently consuming other levels, as well as nearby structures.During the incident, a section of the building…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kwara State Chapter, condemns in the strongest terms the disgraceful silence of the Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq-led APC government following the frightening explosions and reports of suspected aerial objects which damaged houses, hotels, and commercial facilities across Offa township.The party sympathizes deeply with the people of Offa, particularly His Royal Highness, Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi, Esuwoye I, the Oloffa of Offa, as well as affected communities, businesses, and private residents in areas where the impact was felt.In a statement issued in Ilorin and signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Mr. Olusegun Olusola Adewara, the party noted that it…

A coalition of 193 ward councillors in Kwara State has formally appealed to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to urgently address long-standing welfare issues affecting elected councillors across the state.In an open letter addressed to His Excellency and dated 19 December 2025, the councillors expressed deep disappointment over what they described as “neglect and oversight” regarding their entitlements. The group, which operates at the grassroots level to implement government policies and programmes, said that despite dedicated public service, they have yet to receive critical allowances and car loan benefits owed to them.The councillors stated that these delayed payments have placed many in…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has threatened state governors that he may be forced to issue an Executive Order to directly release federal allocations due to the local government areas across the country.Tinubu gave the warning on Friday during the 15th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.The President who was not happy with many state governors who still refused to release the local government funds despite the Supreme Court judgement, warned that if they fail to comply with the ruling giving financial autonomy to the local…

The Department of State Security (DSS) has arraigned Abdulmalik Abdulazeez Obadaki, the suspected mastermind of the 2012 gun attack on a Deeper Life Bible Church in Otite, near Okene, in Kogi State.More than 19 worshippers were killed in that incident, which happened on the morning of 7 August 2012,Three men armed with AK-47 assault rifles opened fire on a Bible study session of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Otite.At the end of the attack, fifteen worshippers lay dead. Four others later died from injuries they sustained during the attack.Several dozens more were injured during the attack believed to be the…

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua returned to the ring in emphatic fashion, knocking out YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in the sixth round of their much-anticipated heavyweight bout.Joshua dropped Paul three times before ending the contest with a crushing right hand midway through the sixth round, sealing victory in front of a global audience watching on Netflix.The British fighter, fighting for the first time in 14 months, praised Paul’s resilience after the bout, even lifting his opponent’s hand in a show of respect.“Jake Paul has done really well tonight. I want to give him his props, he got up time and…

In a bid to end the decade-long security challenges in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has declared that the operatives of the proposed state police would be well armed.The president spoke during the All Progressives Congress, APC, National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting held on Friday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja.Tinubu also revealed plans to establish forest rangers, stating that they will also be equipped with arms to end terrorism and banditry in Nigeria.He said, “We are going for state police. We will do forest rangers. We will arm them. We will defeat those terrorists and bandits, we must do…

Anioma has been thrown into mourning following the death of Senator Peter Onyeluka Nwaoboshi, a prominent political figure and respected son of the region.The late senator was widely regarded as a man of strong convictions and uncommon courage, whose passing underscores the fleeting nature of life and the profound silence left by the exit of a fearless voice in Nigeria’s political space.Beyond politics, Senator Nwaoboshi was known for his bold presence and unapologetic stance on issues affecting Anioma and the nation at large. Throughout his political career, he distinguished himself with resilience, firmness, and a willingness to stand by his…

Suspected terrorists who abducted seven construction workers in Oba community, Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State, have demanded a ransom of N500 million for their release.A source in one of the victims’ families told SaharaReporters on Wednesday evening that the kidnappers made contact and insisted on the payment of N500 million before the workers could regain their freedom.The victims, who are construction workers engaged on a project in the area, were recently seized by armed men during an attack in Oba community, throwing their families and residents into fear and uncertainty.“The kidnappers have reached out and demanded N500 million…