Author: Kwara Reporters

A grandfather identified as Monday Chukwuka has been arrested by the Oyo State Police Command for allegedly selling his one-day-old grandchild for N700,000.The Command, in a statement signed by the State Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, made available to The Punch on Saturday, said the suspect was arrested at his hideout in the Ibafo area of Ogun State following credible intelligence.The Command explained that the suspect, who is the biological father of a young girl who gave birth to the child that was sold, had confessed to his crime.The grandfather was said to have taken the baby from his daughter…

There was apprehension in many parts of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Friday when the body of a young nurse was discovered without a womb after she allegedly went for a night outing.The nurse, identified as Omoniyi Boluwatife, was found dead and her body evacuated by the police.According to reports, Boluwatife, a graduate of Lead City University, was on Tuesday inducted into the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.She had reportedly gone to celebrate her recent induction into the nursing profession at a nightclub on Tuesday night before she was later found dead.In a viral video, the remains of…

Former world champion Anthony Joshua needed seven rounds to stop stand-in opponent Robert Helenius in the seventh round of their heavyweight bout on Saturday.Helenius was only drafted in after fighting in Finland last weekend when Dillian Whyte was ruled out of what would have been an all-British clash following “adverse analytical findings” in a doping test.The 39-year-old Helenius, who entered the ring with 32 wins and four defeats from his 36 professional bouts, was knocked out in the first round by Deontay Wilder in October.He avoided a repeat of that embarrassing reverse on Saturday although, with Joshua making a cautious…

Kwara State Yowican Celebrates Christian Youths on International Youth Day This year’s theme, “Empowering Youth: Access to Healthcare, Education, Participation, and Employment,” underscores the significance of upholding youth rights in various domains.I want to celebrate and appreciate all the Christian Youths in the State, for your sacrifices, commitment, dedication to God’s work and maintaining peace and orderliness in State. To let you know that we have great confidence in you we see you as not just ordinary young men and young women.God loves you as He loves each and every one of His children, and His desire and purpose and glory…

Three persons were reportedly killed following a violent clash between rival cult groups around the Osun-Osogbo ancient groove, during the festival’s grand finale on Friday.Also, 10 operatives of the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFS) were wounded by the hoodlums during the clash.The incident threw Osun traditionalists and tourists into panic as people scampered for safety.As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the clash was yet to be ascertained.The suspected cultists also vandalized the NHFS office close to the scene of the incident.Confirming the incident, NHFS Commandant in Osun State, Hammed Nureni, said no fewer…

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has reacted to claims that he consults with demons anytime he is about to minister at the Redemption Camp.The cleric, popularly called Daddy GO, said his attention was drawn to some publications where the allegations were made by some clerics and groups of persons.Speaking on the claims on Friday night at the ongoing Annual Convention 2023, Adeboye urged the congregation to pray for his death if he ever did such.While saying he would not mind people spreading such rumours, he said it occurred to him that even…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has explained why it suspended its 17-day-old nationwide strike it embarked upon on July 26, 2023.Speaking with The PUNCH on Saturday, the President of NARD, Dr Emeka Orji said the strike was suspended following significant moves by the Federal Government to address the doctors’ demands.Mr Orji said the National Executive Council of NARD decided to suspend the strike since the government has started addressing some of their issues.“We had a meeting at the villa and with the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday and we see that they are willing to meet our demands,…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed calls from certain quarters that the military interfere in the democratic process in Nigeria.The military high command under the leadership of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa again pledged loyalty to the “constitutional authority” of President Bola Tinubu, saying that it will not be distracted from its roles that are well defined in the 1999 Constitution (as amended).In a statement on Friday, the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, said the military frown upon reports being circulated online about welfare issues in the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).“The reports call…

At least four lost their lives and seven others were injured when a mosque collapsed on Friday in Zaria Local Government Area of Kaduna State.The incident occurred at about 4 pm when Muslim worshipers were observing their evening prayer.Eyewitnesses said they were in the second Sujud Prayer when, suddenly, the affected portion of the mosque collapsed on those sitting directly at the section.They explained that the victims were covered by the debris from the mud (some parts of the wall were built with mud) which had been in existence for the past 150 years.Meanwhile, the Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Nuhu…

With glory and thanks to God almighty, Mr. Lateef Amolegbe turns 70. For many close to him, the day is indeed special because of too many close calls. The man literally and figuratively works himself into the ground day in and day out. He his very tireless in his pursuit of all things that have to do with community development. Most mortals have 24 hours a day but God in His infinite wisdom has granted Mr. Amolegbe 30 hours in a day as the Sun literally stands for him every day. Otherwise, how does one explain the amount of activity he…