Author: Kwara Reporters

The Federal High Court in Abuja has rescheduled the cybercrime trial of the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to November 24.The new hearing date was fixed on October 21, following the resumption of court activities that were stalled the previous day due to the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest organised by activist Omoyele Sowore.The protest had disrupted proceedings on October 20, the initial date slated for the trial in the Court.On Monday, Justice Umar’s courtroom, located on the third floor of the Federal High Court, was under lock and key as judicial activities were grounded.Akpoti-Uduaghan, in the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/195/2025,…

A teenager, Joy Ogah, symbolically took over the seat of Vice President Kashim Shettima for a day, using the platform to advocate passionately for the rights and education of girls across Nigeria.In a statement issued by the Office of the Vice President on Tuesday, the symbolic handover took place during a meeting on Monday between Vice President Shettima and a delegation from PLAN International, led by Helen Mfonobong Idiong, Director of Programme, Quality, and Innovation.From the Vice President’s chair, Ogah highlighted the challenges facing girls in the country, noting that over 10.5 million children remain out of school, more than…

The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR has rejoiced with the Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin, Alhaji Yakubu Layi Gobir, on his 60th birthday anniversary. The monarch described Alhaji Gobir who is also the Madawaki of Ilorin as an accomplished Pharmacist, Philanthropist, Traditional Chief and a Distinguished Nigerian with exceptional qualities entrepreneurship and professionalism. This is contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Press Secretary, Dr. Abdulazeez Arowona stressing that, “Sarkin Gobir Yakubu Gobir is an outstanding personality with records of impactful contributions to the preservation of the rich traditional and…

The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on Monday said the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has recovered assets worth over ₦500 billion in the past two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.Shettima made the disclosure while declaring open the 7th edition of a three-day capacity-building workshop for judges and justices, jointly organised by the EFCC and the National Judicial Institute in Abuja, as reported by Channels TV.According to the Vice President, the administration’s policy of non-interference in the operations of anti-graft agencies has strengthened the fight against corruption and enhanced institutional accountability.“As an administration, we have prioritised public accountability by strengthening…

Armed bandits, last Thursday night, again struck in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing a father and his son.Another of his sons escaped into the bush during the assault.Our reporter was reliably told that the deceased, Mall Shaba, a logistic vehicle driver, left his Gadabuzuwa home to honour a business appointment with a client at Agboro when he ran into the bandits.According to eyewitnesses, Shaba was in the company of his two children when the unfortunate incident occurred.A female source (names withheld) explained that Shaba’s other son escaped into the bush by a whisker.“They were attacked and killed…

An Islamic cleric, identified as Folorunsho Olaoti, has been arrested for allegedly brutalising a 10-year-old boy living with him in the Akerebiata area of Ilorin East Local Government Area, Kwara State.It was gathered that the incident occurred on Thursday, October 16, 2025, when the cleric allegedly beat the boy mercilessly after accusing him of reporting to his mother that someone had spoken ill of her.Sources said the Alfa, who is a relative of the boy’s late father, became enraged by the child’s action and subjected him to severe physical assault, leaving him with visible injuries.Speaking to our correspondent on the…

In every generation, a few men rise above the crowd not by the noise of their words, but by the quiet strength of their deeds; not by what they amass, but by what they selflessly give to humanity. Among such rare men stands tall Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir, the Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate, the Madawaki of Ilorin, and the Waziri Kasar Hausa a nobleman whose life continues to illuminate countless others.Today, as the sun rises on another year of his remarkable journey, we do not merely celebrate a birthday, we celebrate a legacy of leadership, compassion, and uncommon service…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has reacted to the recent defection of its former State Chairman, Hon. Babatunde Mohammed, and former State Treasurer, Gabriel Kananjogun, describing their departure as a development that will further strengthen the party.In a statement issued by the State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, the party noted that the exit of the duo did not come as a surprise, saying it represents “a necessary phase of renewal that allows genuine, loyal, and value-driven members especially hardworking youths to thrive within the system.”According to Adewara, the decisions of the two former officials to leave…

At least sixteen senior military officers have been detained by the Armed Forces of Nigeria for allegedly planning a coup d’etat to overthrow President Bola Tinubu, top sources have told SaharaReporters.A coup d’état is an overt attempt by a military organisation or other government elites to unseat an incumbent person or leadership.While the Nigerian military in a statement few days ago claimed the detention of the officers was linked to “repeated failure in promotion examinations and perceived career stagnation”, top sources revealed that they were actually arrested over a coup plot. “The Armed Forces of Nigeria wishes to inform the public…

Mild tension is gradually building in Kwara State following reports that the state government may soon arraign a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Ilorin West Local Government chairmanship candidate, Comrade Musbau Esinrogunjo, over an alleged rape case.While official details remain sketchy, some observers have described the development as politically sensitive, given Esinrogunjo’s rising influence within the opposition circle ahead of the 2027 general elections. Reliable sources who spoke to this medium on condition of anonymity disclosed that Comrade Esinrogunjo is expected to appear before a Kwara State High Court next Wednesday over the said allegation. According to…