Author: Kwara Reporters

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, states that Nigerians earning about N250,000 per month will be exempt from tax.“We came up with N120,000 or N130,000 per two people working in a household of five. If the earnings are about N250,000, they can take care of themselves. Of course, they are not going to have luxury, but at least they can take care of themselves.“They are poor, and they shouldn’t pay taxes. When we did the maths, it gave us an amount, and that was what we used in determining the income below which…

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria reports that 27,316 out of 41,668 pilgrims have been transported back to Nigeria so far.The commission announced that the final inbound transportation of Nigerian pilgrims will be rescheduled for July 2 due to unforeseen disruptions.“NAHCON wishes to inform the public, particularly 2025 Hajj pilgrims, their families and stakeholders, that the return leg Hajj airlift operations has improved significantly with carriers securing an increase in slot allocations.“Nigeria’s carriers have since June 22 been allocated up to seven flights per day at the ratio of 2-2-2-1,” said the commission on Thursday in a statement.The NAHCON spokesperson…

The Asaba Division of the Federal High Court, on Thursday, sentenced Christiana Uadiale to 12 years’ imprisonment with an option of N14 million fine for human trafficking.The presiding judge, Justice F.A. Olubanjo, who handed down the judgment, said the convict was found guilty of the charges against her by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons.Accordingly, the judge sentenced the convict to 12 years’ imprisonment, with the option of a fine of N11 million.She also awarded N1.5 million each to be paid to the two victims of trafficking for their rehabilitation.According to the judge, the convict will pay…

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has called for a re-examination of governance systems in Africa to achieve an African Renaissance.Mr Obasanjo said this while speaking on the topic “African Renaissance in an Era of Turbulence: Are the Lions Still on the Move?” at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM2025) in Abuja on Thursday.He emphasised that Africa’s progress depended on the ability of its leaders to work and move together and prioritise the continent’s interests.Mr Obasanjo noted that the current system of Western liberal democracy, inherited from colonial powers, was not working in the best interests of the continent and needed…

Minister Nyesom Wike and ousted Governor Simi Fubara have resolved to put aside their feud, The Peoples Gazette has learnt. The truce followed a meeting called by President Bola Tinubu on Thursday night in Abuja. Sources at the meeting said the parties were asked to work out the modalities for executing the deal, which would include reinstating Mr Fubara to office as Rivers governor. Mr Fubara was suspended from office in March by Mr Tinubu, who feared that the political crisis raging across the state at the time could only be contained via the dismantling of the existing constitutional order. The president’s action was…

Suspended Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has met with the suspended Speaker of the House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule and other aggrieved state lawmakers. Multiple sources confirmed on Thursday evening the meeting held and ended with Fubara holding the hands of Amaewhule as they shared jokes and laughter.It was gathered that the meeting, which was held in Abuja, was the first reconciliatory move between the governor and the state lawmakers.A source, who spoke in confidence, said Fubara’s engagement with the lawmakers was fruitful but added that an enlarged peace meeting would hold to discuss peace terms.“The suspended Governor is determined to make…

As anticipation builds ahead of the President Federation Cup Final between Kwara United and Abakaliki FC, a passionate appeal has been made to the Harmony Boys to defy all odds and deliver the historic trophy to Kwara State.Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi Balogun (ENACT), a prominent sports enthusiast from Kwara South and a board member North Central of TETFUND, in a statement expressed his unwavering support for the team, emphasizing that the time has come for Kwara to claim national glory.> “Kwara United has come a long way from the Round of 62 to the final. This is the moment to make…

Four armed men have reportedly invaded Aiyetoro Fulani Camp in Kwara State and abducted a 12-year-old girl, identified as Hassana Abdullahi, the daughter of Mr. Abdullahi Jowuro.It was gathered that the attackers stormed the camp under the cover of darkness, whisking away the young girl.In a statement released on Wednesday, the Police Public Relations Officer in Kwara State, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the incident and said that joint tactical teams comprising police operatives, vigilantes, and local hunters have been deployed to comb the surrounding bush and carry out rescue operations.The statement read, “At about 0300hrs, four armed men invaded Aiyetoro…

An Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court on Thursday remanded a 20-year-old woman, Odunayo Ebenezer, to Kirikiri Correctional Centre over an alleged sexual assault on her employer’s minor.The chief magistrate, O. O. Kushanu refused to listen to the defendant’s plea.She ordered her to be remanded in Kirikiri Correctional Centre until September 4 for the Director of Public Prosecution’s advice (DPP).The defendant, a housekeeper who resides at 4, Idofian St, Shangisha, Magodo, Lagos, is facing a two-count charge of sexual assault and defilement.The prosecutor, Adegoke Ademigbuji, told the court that the offences were committed on June 4, 2025, at the defendant’s residence.Mr Ademigbuji…

As Muslims across the globe welcome the new Islamic year, 1447 AH, the Sarkin Gobir and Madawaki of Ilorin Emirate, Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir, has extended warm congratulations to the entire Muslim Ummah.In his goodwill message marking 1 Muharram 1447 AH, Sarkin Gobir expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for the gift of life and the privilege to witness the beginning of another Hijrah calendar year. He urged Muslims to approach the new year with renewed faith, gratitude, and a deeper commitment to the teachings of Islam.Alhaji Yakubu Gobir emphasized the significance of the Hijrah as a symbol of sacrifice, resilience,…