Author: Kwara Reporters

….Calls on GovernorAbdulrahman to sanction the arrogant SUBEB bossThe Kwara State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is deeply outraged by the disgraceful incident that occurred on Monday at the Government Day Secondary School, Amule, where the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board (KWASUBEB), Professor Raheem Adaramaja, humiliated teachers and forced them — including the school Vice Principal — to sweep the school premises in the full glare of students during a supposed inspection visit.According to credible eyewitnesses, Adaramaja, acting on the instruction of Governor Abdulrazaq accused the teachers of keeping an unkempt environment, and ordered them to…

On Sunday, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State officially welcomed Hon. Prince Saheed Popoola the former candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) for the Offa/Oyun/Ifelodun federal constituency in the 2023 general elections.The official defection ceremony, held at the PDP Secretariat in Offa Local Government Area, attracted a large crowd of party faithful and political associates who gathered to witness Popoola’s official entry into the opposition party.Speaking at the event, Hon. Popoola said his decision to join the PDP was driven by a genuine desire to contribute to the sustainable progress and development of Kwara State.“I am joining…

A 25-year-old in Kwara State has been reported to have been stabbed by his friend during an heated argument.The incident which occurred in Ilorin, the state’s capital, happened on Tuesday evening. The deceased identified as Hammed Tunde, was said to be a very close friend of the Perpetrator.Some eyewitnesses while speaking with the press, explained that the incident began with a mild argument.“The argument was about a girlfriend they were both interested in. Before we knew it, Gafar brought out a knife and stabbed his friend,” they said.The suspect, Gafar, fled the scene immediately after committing the act. SP Adetoun…

A soldier was found dead after chasing an unknown assailant into the bush in Twatagi village, Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State.The incident reportedly occurred around 5:30pm, on October 21, 2025.The deceased, identified as Private Usman Alhaji, who was attached to Apapa, Lagos, rode on a motorcycle with one Muhammad Baba, a native of Twatagi.Sources said the duo were on their way to Patigi town when they encountered a man walking along the roadside with a stick.As they rode past, the man reportedly suddenly attacked them, hitting them with a stick before taking to his heels into the nearby…

As malaria remains a major public health concern in Nigeria, Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited has reiterated its commitment to providing reliable treatment options while urging responsible drug use to ensure effective outcomes. In a statement signed by the company’s Chairman, Chief Emmanuel Umenwa, and released to the media, Pharm. Abimbola Bowoto, Assistant General Manager, Sales and Marketing at Geneith Pharmaceuticals, noted that while progress has been made in malaria control, challenges persist due to emerging drug-resistant strains and widespread misuse of medications, often fuelled by misconceptions about side effects.Bowoto explained that side effects—whether mild or rare—are a normal aspect of medicine…

A yet-to-be-identified tricycle rider has been killed by a stray bullet outside a brothel in the Badore area of Ajah, Lagos State. It was learnt that the incident occurred on Sunday, October 12, 2025. It was gathered that the deceased had gone to the brothel to relax after the day’s work, but later stepped out to purchase an item from a nearby shop. The assailants, whose number could not be ascertained, thereafter stormed the area and began shooting sporadically. A police source in the area, who spoke to PUNCH Metro on Wednesday on condition of anonymity because he was not…

Gunmen have attacked Ahun community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing a charcoal seller, Abdulganiu Sodiq, and abducting his two sons and a 60-year-old man. A family source told SaharaReporters on Wednesday that the incident occurred around midnight last Thursday, when the heavily armed assailants stormed the normally quiet farming settlement. The source said the victim, Abdulganiu, was overpowered when he tried to resist the attackers. “They shot him at close range and took away his two sons, along with an elderly man in the neighborhood. It was a terrifying moment; everyone was screaming and running for…

The Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin has ordered that the status quo be maintained regarding the administrative bail granted to Comrade Musbau Esinrogunjo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chairmanship candidate in the last Ilorin West local government elections, who is standing trial over an alleged rape case.In a sitting held on Wednesday, the presiding judge, Justice Funsho Lawal, rejected the application by the prosecution team led by the State Director of Prosecution, M. Akande, who sought the remand of the defendant pending the determination of a preliminary objection raised by the defence.ALSO READ: Tension As Kwara Govt Set…

….Says N8.1Billion Gratuity Approval is a victory for the TruthThe Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the recent approval of ₦8.1 billion for the payment of retirees’ gratuities by Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq as a face-saving, reactionary move borne out of guilt and public pressure following the sermon of Bishop Isreal Amao at the All Saints Anglican Church, Oke-Onigbin during a funeral services in honor of late Chief Cornelius Olatunji Adebayo. The party in a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Olusola Adewara said while it welcomes Government’s hurried approval of N8.1 billion for the…

Depict imageMany persons have been feared dead in a tanker explosion that occurred along the Essa axis of the Agaie–Bida Road in Katcha Local Government Area of Niger State, on Tuesday afternoon.The incident led to heavy traffic gridlock on the major road.Hajiya Aishatu Sa’adu, Sector Commander of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Niger Command, confirmed the incident but said the casualty figure could not be ascertained as of press time.According to her, the unfortunate incident has caused serious traffic gridlock on the ever busy expressway, particularly due to the bad nature of the road.Sa’adu pointed out that the deplorable state…