Author: Kwara Reporters

The Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate and Wazirin Kasar Hausa, Alhaji (Dr) Yakubu Garba Gobir, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Ibrahim Shehu Shema, CON, FNIM, Sarkin Yaki Kasar Hausa, on his recent appointment as the Chairman of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.In a statement issued on Friday, Alhaji Gobir described the appointment as a “fitting recognition of Dr. Shema’s unwavering commitment to public service, his sterling leadership legacy, and his deep-rooted patriotism.”He noted that Dr. Shema’s remarkable service as a former Governor of Katsina State, coupled with his traditional…

The Kwara State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is deeply saddened by the recent revelation by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), which disclosed that over 300,000 children in Kwara State are suffering from severe malnutrition, with over 40% of children stunted due to lack of proper nutrition and access to basic healthcare.This terrible situation, laid bare during the handover of 3,964 cartons of ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) by UNICEF, confirms what our party has always maintained—that the Abdulrazaq-led APC government is failing woefully in its most basic responsibilities to the people, particularly the most vulnerable while engaging…

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the tragic incident involving a 14-year-old student identified as Kehinde Alade, killed by a stray bullet fired by a police officer today May 20.In a statement released, the command’s spokesperson, Adewale Oyefeso, said at approximately 7.45am along the Airport Roundabout, Alakia-Adelubi/Airport Road, an enforcement team comprising OYTMA officers and personnel of the Oyo State Police Command attempted to stop a black Honda Accord (LAGOS registration number FST 639 JJ), driven by one Odunayo Alade,’m’ (father of the deceased young male) who was found to be driving against traffic (one-way).‘’Rather than complying with lawful…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved an amendment to the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs Law, introducing a rotational system for the chairmanship of the council. The new arrangement will see the position rotate among the Alaafin of Oyo, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, and the Soun of Ogbomoso.The amendment follows intense debate and public concern over an earlier proposal to make the Alaafin the permanent chairman—a move that was met with opposition from stakeholders, including traditional leaders (Mogajis) from Ibadan and Ogbomoso.During the plenary session presided over by Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin, lawmakers highlighted the importance of…

There are indications that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar may have offered the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi a vice president role in a joint single-term ticket. Reliable multiple sources involved in the coalition efforts, who requested anonymity due to a lack of authorisation to speak on the matter, told The PUNCH that the proposal was initially discussed during a meeting between Atiku and Obi early this year in the United Kingdom. The insiders disclosed that Atiku has committed to serving a single four-year term, and Obi has agreed to be the former VP’s running mate. However, the…

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Bode George, has said that those who cannot abide by the rules and regulations of the party would be thrown out.George said this would be one of the key decisions of the National Executive Council, NEC, of the party when they meet later this month.According to him, most politicians in the party were only interested in their personal gain and showed little or no interest in the wellbeing of the people.Speaking on Channels Television Sunday Politics, the elder statesman said the NEC of the main opposition party is now ready to…

At least seven people have lost their lives, while 11 others sustained serious injuries in a road crash along the Agaie-Bida road.Sources said the accident involved a truck transporting grains and carrying 36 passengers.The Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), Abdullahi Baba Arah, attributed the incident to the poor state of the road.He explained that the truck, which had departed from Lagos and was en route to Kano, crashed at Essa village along the Agaie-Bida road.He said, “NSEMA received a report of a truck accident at Essa community along the Agaie-Badeggi Road in Katcha LGA of…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he won’t contest against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general election.Wike recently asked his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to zone its presidential ticket to the South. This demand sparked suspicion in the polity that he might contest against Tinubu in 2027.But in an interview with the BBC News Pidgin at the weekend, Wike said, “I will not contest. Why will I contest against someone I’m working for?”He reaffirmed his loyalty to Tinubu’s administration, declaring that he had no intention of contesting against the man he…

Mallam Abdulazeez Arowona, the spokesman to the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has successfully completed a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) in Peace Studies and Conflicts Resolution from the National Open University of Nigeria, (NOUN), Abuja. The academic examiners approved his research work at the final defense which was held on Wednesday 14th May 2025.Arowona was assessed by a panel of Examiners including the Acting Vice Chancellor, Edo State University who is also the External Examiner, Iyamho, Prof. Dawood Egbefo, the Internal Examiner, Dr. Jacob Orimaye, the Dean Post-Graduate School, Prof. Sonie Oniye…

In response to the relentless and baseless attacks by Portable, aka “The Basket Mouth,” Alexanda McQueen Records [AMR] management has issued a statement to address the malicious allegations and set the record straight.According to Amb Anjorin Babatunde, Manager of Alexanda McQueen Records, “Portable’s actions are those of an attention seeker and a nuisance, who is clearly struggling with mental disorders, as evidenced by his recent court appearance.”The management revealed that Portable had attempted to establish a connection with AMR through his official Instagram page (@Elizabeth Joyce), but was ignored due to his questionable character and the organization’s commitment to maintaining…