Author: Kwara Reporters

Mr Peter Obi has accused President Bola Tinubu’s government of being responsible for the lingering crisis in the Labour Party.Obi was the erstwhile presidential candidate of the Labour Party in 2023 general election.The former Anambra state governor made the accusation on Monday while fielding questions on Arise Television’s Morning Show programme.Obi specifically stated that the leadership crisis in the Labor Party was instigated and sustained by the government of today.He said: “This is what you get, always, right? This is what you get always in Nigeria, because we now live in a country of propaganda and lies – and they…

In a poignant demonstration of empathy and support, the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Legislative Budget and Research and MHR representing the good people of Baruten/Kaiama Federal Constituency at the Green Chamber of the National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mohammed Omar Bio, the federal lawmaker representing the Baruten/Kaiama Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, undertook a series of condolence visits to communities/families grieving the victims of bandit attacks in Kaiama LGA. Accompanied by members of the APC Elders’ Council and a multitude of supporters from Baruten, Hon. Bio traveled to Kaiama LGA to express solidarity with the bereaved…

In a heartwarming gesture of support and recognition, popular Nigerian actress Abiola Ayomide Adebayo has gifted veteran Nollywood actress Jumoke George a 4-bedroom duplex and a brand-new SUV.The announcement was made via Abiola Bayo’s official Facebook page, where she shared the emotional milestone with her followers, stating:“Today, we present a 4-bedroom duplex and an SUV to @jumoke_george. Thank you to everyone who made this dream a reality. I’m grateful.”This generous gift comes on the heels of a recent revelation that stunned many fans and colleagues: Jumoke George had been sleeping inside a church building for years due to personal and…

The Ojude Oba Festival is a colourful celebration organised every year by the Ijebu people in Ogun State, Nigeria. It is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Ijebu people and their commitment to preserving and celebrating their traditions.Whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning attendee, the festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the vibrancy and unity of Yoruba culture.It is a vibrant cultural celebration of the Ijebu people in Ogun State, Nigeria, which is held on the third day after Eid-el-Kabir, traditionally marking the end of the Muslim festival.It is one of Nigeria’s most…

The newly installed Ndachapa of Ellah in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State, Alhaji Mohammed Tsowa (Goronmashi), has rolled out key strategies to steer his administration toward progressive community development while also recognizing the contributions of distinguished sons of the soil.Installed on April 2, 2025, following the passing of the 16th Chapa of Ellah, the new Ndachapa has since begun laying the foundation for an inclusive, youth-focused, and development-driven traditional leadership.Among the newly introduced initiatives under his reign are: • Weekly Council Meetings: Regular engagements every Friday with council members to deliberate on community affairs and chart strategic pathways for…

Airstrikes by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fighter jets have destroyed key Boko Haram hideouts meant to be used for coordinated attacks on civilians in Borno State.The hideouts, located in Tumbumma Baba and Chiralia in the Southern Tumbuns, were destroyed shortly before the Eid-el-Kabir celebration by Muslims.NAF spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, announced this in a statement on Saturday.He said: “NAF aircraft targeted terrorist structures reportedly used for storage and coordination, delivering direct hits and crippling planned attacks aimed at disrupting Eid celebrations.“Battle Damage Assessments confirmed the neutralisation of several terrorists and the destruction of key logistics structures.”According to him,…

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has accused some serving politicians in the National Assembly of sponsoring the attacks in the state.The governor made the allegation on Friday in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television, saying that it is unacceptable.Alia, who did not name the politicians, said that an interim report of a judicial panel he set up, indicted many big names.He, however, vowed to take up the matter as soon as he receives the full report next week.“It is very, very unsettling because top politicians who are very functional and are in the National Assembly…

The palace of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has explained why the monarch did not visit the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, during his recent trip to Osun State.According to the palace, Oba Owoade had intended to visit the Ooni as the first point of call during the visit but was informed that Oba Adeyeye was out of the country.In an interview with Saturday PUNCH, Oba Owoade’s Personal Assistant, Kolade Oladele, said the Alaafin’s protocol officer had contacted the Ooni’s palace to inform them of the visit but was told that Oba Ogunwusi was unavailable.“We didn’t ignore…

The Chief Safety Officer at Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka, Anambra State, has said it would investigate the incident which claimed the life of one of its students (name withheld).Tragedy had struck late Thursday at a private lodge near Royal Kitchen Junction, Ifite-Awka, in the Awka South Local Government Area of the state when the male student jumped from a three-storey building and died.It was gathered that the student jumped off the balcony of the building located near the school after he had allegedly consumed some unknown substances suspected to be “mkpurummiri” (crystal meth).According to eyewitnesses near the scene, after the…

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has officially announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).He made the announcement on Friday, June 6, during a formal ceremony at the Government House in Uyo. The event attracted prominent APC figures from across the country.Speaking at the event, Eno said: “After completing the rounds of my consultation as your servant whom you have elected to serve, I have therefore decided to progressively move to the APC.”He emphasised that his defection was a strategic move: “We are not joining the APC from a position of weakness, but from…