Author: Kwara Reporters

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, was on Sunday involved in a car accident.Sources said Mr Radda was returning from Daura to Katsina State when the accident occurred.The spokesperson for the governor, Ibrahim Mohammed, confirmed the accident in a statement.Mr Mohammad said Mr Radda was involved in ‘a minor accident’ while carrying out ‘official duties’ on Sunday.“Katsina State Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda was involved in a minor road accident this evening along the Daura-Katsina Road, while carrying out his official duties in service to the people of Katsina State,” he said in the statement.Mr Mohammad added, “We are pleased to…

Three suspected kidnappers who disguised themselves as bicycle riders to allegedly monitor and abduct unsuspecting residents have been arrested in Kwara State.Their arrest, it was gathered, was effected by the Ilorin South Local Government Council Security Initiative at Abelu, along the Idofian axis, on Friday.The area has witnessed a series of criminal activities in recent months.Acting on credible intelligence, the security team reportedly mobilised and stormed the hideout, where the suspects were apprehended without resistance.During the operation, a bicycle said to be used by the suspects to mask their identity was allegedly recovered.They are said to be in police custody,…

The Lagos High Court has ordered the arrest of Rahmat Omolara Animashaun over alleged false sexual assault claims against her estranged husband involving their two minor children.It follows legal advice by the Lagos Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) recommending her prosecution.Justice Ibironke Harrison issued a bench warrant for Ms. Animashaun, who failed to appear on July 9 in a criminal case marked LD/25997C/25 filed by the state.The accused is to answer to charges of perjury, false accusation, false statement to a public officer with intent, and attempt to pervert justice.The alleged offences are punishable under Sections 86, 95, 96, and…

As the 21-day ultimatum it issued to the Federal Government draws to a close on July 23, the Nigerian Medical Association has warned it will ground medical services nationwide if the government fails to meet its demands.Its President, Prof Bala Audu, who confirmed this in an exclusive interview with our correspondent on Sunday, noted that the association was prepared to take decisive action should the government fail to respond adequately to its demands.Prof Audu stressed that the association’s demands were critical to the survival of Nigeria’s healthcare system and the welfare of medical professionals across the country.The NMA had, on…

The Senate has warned suspended Kogi lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to desist from forcefully resuming her legislative duties on Tuesday until the expiration of her suspension.Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Yemi Adaramodu gave the warning in a statement issued on Sunday.While insisting that no valid court order mandates her immediate recall, Adaramodu emphasised that the Senate remains committed to due process and the rule of law.He said, “The Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to reaffirm, for the third time, that there is no subsisting court order mandating the Senate to recall…

President Bola Tinubu has said that the history of the Yoruba race would not have been completed had he failed in the last election.The President made the remarks on Sunday at the 8th day Fidau prayers for the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona.Adetona, a longtime friend of former President Muhammadu Buhari, died on Sunday at the age of 91.The monarch passed away just hours after the death of former President Buhari was announced.Adetona was one of the longest-serving monarchs, having been on the throne for 64 years. He ascended the throne on April 2, 1960. His friendship…

Despite the involvement of thugs reportedly escorted by two mobile police officers from the Kwara State Government House in a violent attack on peaceful protesters, the state’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ibrahim Sulyman, is allegedly orchestrating a clampdown on journalists and activists who criticised the assault.A source familiar with the situation told SaharaReporters that Sulyman has finalised plans to use the Kwara State Police Command’s Monitoring Unit to arrest investigative journalist Buhari Olanrewaju Ahmed, rights activist Comrade Saliu Bolakale, and civic leader Musa Tsaragi.The trio had publicly condemned the July attack in Ilorin, where thugs — allegedly led by…

By Olatidoye Akeem Given the current challenges and future prospects of university education, Professor Lateef Folorunsho Oladimeji is exceptionally well-suited to provide all that is necessary for the fastest growing first Islamic faith based University in Nigeria; the Al-Hikmah University, to an enviable standard.Universities are crucial for nation-building, driving economic, social, and cultural development, and shaping the future of a nation.Some of the key significances of a better University include;Human Capital Development: Universities produce skilled, knowledgeable, and competent graduates who drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.Research and Innovation: Universities conduct research, generate new ideas, and develop solutions to address national challenges,…

A man suspected to be a key arms supplier to a notorious kidnapping syndicate operating along the Kwara-Kogi border has been arrested while attempting to deliver ammunition to members of the gang. The suspect, Buba Lawal, a native of Okoloke Village in the Egbe area of Kogi State, was intercepted by local vigilante operatives on patrol in Oko community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. Lawal was reportedly moving suspiciously through the area when the vigilantes spotted him. SPONSOR AD A search conducted on the spot led to the discovery of an AK-47 magazine loaded with eight rounds of…

A fresh crisis has erupted within the Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress following allegations by a female party member that she was assaulted by thugs allegedly loyal to a political ally of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. Muibat Abdulkadir, a member of the party in Adewole ward of Ilorin West Local Government Area, claimed in a viral video that she was beaten at the weekend on the orders of Abdulmajeed Temidire, popularly known as ‘Aburo Gomina’, meaning the governor’s younger brother. The incident, which occurred after a political meeting in the ward, left Muibat with a visible injury below…