Author: Kwara Reporters

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the military to confront Boko Haram terrorists, bandits, separatists, and other criminal gangs threatening the peace and sovereignty of the nation, stating that the time to crush the criminals is now.The president gave this marching order at the grand finale of the 2025 Nigerian Army Day celebration held in Kaduna State.Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of officers and soldiers of the armed forces.He also pledged to continue to invest in modern equipment, intelligence, and human capital that would improve the effectiveness of the military.The president, who was represented by Vice, Kashim…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has urged President Bola Tinubu to direct the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi to investigate those allegedly responsible for obstructing the publication of the forensic audit report on the Niger Delta Development Commission.According to SERAP, this report, which covered the period between 2000 and 2019, was commissioned under former President Muhammadu Buhari and submitted to his administration in September 2021.It was said that despite public interest and repeated demands, the audit findings remain unpublished.In a letter dated July 5, 2025, and signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, SERAP…

Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, has declared his interest in running for governor of Oyo State in 2027.He made this known during separate meetings with leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress in Ogbomoso and Oyo town on Friday.Adelabu said the visit was part of his consultations across zones in the state to prepare for the upcoming election.He told party members in Ogbomoso that he is ready to contest and willing to face internal competition within the APC.He also assured stakeholders that no candidate would be forced on the party ahead of the polls.While addressing the gathering, he asked…

The New Nigeria Peoples Party has said its 2023 presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, is not contesting against President Bola Tinubu in 2027 on its platform.The NNPP National Chairman, Dr Agbo Major made this known in a statement on Saturday.Mr Major was speaking on the backdrop of claims by Buba Galadima that Mr Kwankwaso would stay and contest the presidency on the NNPP platform.Mr Galadima, who claimed that there was no evidence that Mr Kwankwaso was joining the All Progressives Congress as speculated, said they would “strategically stay in the NNPP until the whistle is blown for 2027 politics,” urging…

A former governor of Osun State and interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Rauf Aregbesola, has urged supporters of the coalition party not to fight or insult anyone but continue to amplify unprecedented high cost of living, poverty and economic hardships under President Bola Tinubu.A protege of Mr Tinubu turned political adversary, Mr Aregbesola made this call in a statement in a post on Friday, shortly after supporters and members of the ADC received him in Lagos.He said, “The task before us is immense, and I reminded everyone that we do not need to fight, insult, or attack…

The community is now making an urgent appeal for government intervention to dislodge these heavily armed groups. There is tension in Lata Nna community and surrounding villages in Kwara North district, Kwara State, following an invasion by suspected bandits, who have been shooting violently, forcing residents to flee from their homes. Kwara Reporters learnt on Saturday that the attack by the bandits occurred around 7:30pm on Friday, and sent shockwaves through Lata Nna and neighbouring villages, prompting a mass exodus of residents.According to the eyewitness, who spoke to NupekoTV, a group of vigilantes on patrol were ambushed as they returned from the…

In a landmark achievement, Veritas News Hub has been honored with the prestigious Media and Meritorious Awards, presented by the Oyo State Broadcasting Team. The award ceremony, which took place on air, was led by the renowned radio presenter, fondly known as “D Voice.” The award is a testament to Veritas News Hub’s unwavering commitment to delivering genuine and prompt news to its audience across Nigeria. The presenter, “D Voice,” praised Veritas News Hub for its exceptional reporting skills, emphasizing that the media outlet stands out for its originality and unique style. According to “D Voice,” Veritas News Hub’s dedication…

President Bola Tinubu declared on Friday that the days of empty promises and abandoned projects in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and other parts of the country are over.Mr Tinubu spoke in Abuja while inaugurating the newly rehabilitated Aguma Palace, Radio Nigeria, New Market Road and other connecting roads in Gwagwalada.The project was the 17th to be inaugurated by Mr Tinubu to celebrate his second year in office.Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the president assured Nigerians that no community under his administration was too far to be seen and no voice too faint to be heard.He stated that his…

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday ruled that the Nigerian Senate acted beyond its powers by suspending Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months, ordering her immediate recall to the Red Chamber.Justice Binta Nyako, who delivered the judgment, described the duration of the suspension as “excessive” and without a clear legal foundation.According to the court, both Chapter 8 of the Senate Standing Orders and Section 14 of the Legislative Houses (Powers and Privileges) Act, which the upper chamber relied upon, do not stipulate a maximum suspension period. As such, they were deemed overreaching in this case.The judge pointed out…

The Kaduna State Ministry of Health on Friday confirmed a diarrhoea outbreak at the Government Girls Senior and Junior Secondary School, Kawo, affecting 81 students, with 15 hospitalised.An investigation conducted by the Kaduna State Rapid Response Team, led by the state epidemiologist, Jeremiah Diako, revealed that the affected students were between the ages of 16 and 17.Mr Diako stated that the students were immediately transferred to a secondary health facility for treatment at the General Hospital, Kawo.“All hospitalised students have since been discharged,” he said.In response to the outbreak, the State Ministry of Health recommended several preventive measures to avoid…