Author: Kwara Reporters

As Muslims across the world mark the joyous celebration of Eid, a grassroots mobilizer and serial philanthropist, Hon. Ayodele Azeez Ayodimeji (popularly known as Triple A), has extended warm greetings and felicitations to the entire Muslim Ummah.In a statement released to the press on Friday, Triple A congratulated Muslims for successfully completing the spiritual exercise and urged them to continue to uphold the teachings of peace, love, and self-discipline that the season embodies.According to him, “Eid is not just a time of celebration, but a period of deep reflection on the values of sacrifice, generosity, and unity. I join millions…

The 16th Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi ii, has directed all his district heads and other traditional leaders to immediately suspend every preparation for the Eid-Kabir Sallah Durbar.The Emir said that the postponement became necessary in order to safeguard the peace and tranquility the city enjoyed, coupled with the fact that Intelligence reports revealed to him possible attacks on his personal self.He said, “we have credible intelligence reports that some youths around Zage and Kofar Wambai have been actively mobilized by some unpatriotic politicians to attack us.”Muhammadu Sanusi II added that his decision also followed his meetings with the Kano…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday urged Nigerians to pray for troops battling bandits and terrorists in the Northeast and Northwest.“Let us continue our prayers for our front-line officers, who risk their lives for our safety and security,” he said in a message to Muslims as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir today.The President, who led other leaders in congratulating the faithful, added: “Let us pray for our leaders at all levels and our country. Let us pray for peace in our tumultuous world of troubles and uncertainties. Let us dedicate this sacred celebration to seeking God’s guidance and blessings for our country.” Eid-el-Kabir, celebrated…

The Kwara State Police Command on Thursday confirmed the killing of two policemen and the abduction of a Chinese national and one Nigerian in the Oreke-Okeigbo community in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state on Wednesday night.The incident which took place at a mining site in the community at about 6.30 pm on Wednesday, saw two policemen: an Assistant Superintendent of Police and an Inspector being shot dead by a group of unidentified gunmen who attacked it.According to a statement e-signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi SP, in the command on behalf of the Commissioner…

The Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate and Wazirin Kasar Hausa, Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir, has extended warm felicitations to Muslims across Nigeria as they celebrate the 2025 Eid al-Kabir festival.In his Sallah message released on Thursday in Ilorin, Sarkin Gobir conveyed special greetings to His Royal Highness, the Emir of Ilorin; His Royal Highness Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR, and the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, CON. He also extended warm wishes to the Gobirawa at home, across Northern Nigeria, and in the diaspora.The Sarkin Gobir urged Muslims to embody the true spirit of the festival by…

An Islamic scholar and lecturer at the University of Ilorin, Prof. Imam Abubakr Ali-Agan, has raised concerns over alarming cases of fraud allegedly being committed by some Nigerian pilgrims in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.Prof. Ali-Agan, who is currently performing the pilgrimage, made the disclosure in a video.He disclosed that despite the spiritual significance of the Hajj, some evil-minded individuals are taking advantage of fellow pilgrims under the pretense of assisting them with currency exchange.“It’s unfortunate. The Nigerian government gives each pilgrim money to support their stay here,” the professor stated. “But sadly, some Nigerians have turned this holy exercise into an…

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…