Author: Kwara Reporters

As the 2027 general elections approach, political permutations are intensifying in Kebbi State, with former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), emerging as a central figure.There are strong indications that the Social Democratic Party (SDP) is mounting pressure on Malami to dump the All Progressives Congress (APC) and run for governor in 2027 on its platform, DAILY POST has learnt.Sources within the political circles in Kebbi and Abuja informed DAILY POST that Malami has been offered the SDP governorship ticket, with backing allegedly orchestrated by former Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai.However, Malami, who was a top official in President…

The APC Chieftain and Philanthropist from Kwara South, Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi Balogun has saluted the Nigerian workers in commemoration of this year’s international Workers’ day. This was contained in a press release thus: On the occasion of nternational Workers’ Day, we join the nation in celebrating the unwavering commitment, resilience, and invaluable contributions of Nigerian workers across all sectors. Today, we honour the hardworking men and women whose tireless efforts drive our economy, sustain our communities, and shape the future of our great nation.Workers’ Day is a time to recognize and appreciate the dedication of millions of Nigerians—from teachers and…

The Osun State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, has confirmed the death of one of its operatives, Mr Lamidi Abiodun, following an ambush by suspected armed hoodlums in Iwo, Osun State.The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Papa boundary area of Iwo, shortly after local farmers in the Papa Farm area raised an alarm over an attack on their farmland.In response to the distress call, operatives of the Osun Amotekun Corps and members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) mobilised to the location to counter the attackers and secure the area.According to the agency’s spokesperson, Yusuf…

The recent approval of N110 billion by the Federal Government through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) for selected medical institutions across Nigeria has been received with great optimism, especially in the North Central region. Among the standout beneficiaries is the University of Ilorin (Unilorin), which has secured N4 billion to upgrade its medical education infrastructure, 750 million in Hostel infrastructure expansion, and almost 2.5 Billion in Medical Simulation laboratory —an achievement linked directly to the purposeful leadership and advocacy of Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi, the North Central representative on the TETFund Board of Trustees.Engr. Adeyemi, a proud son of Kwara…

By Abdullahi Abubakar When Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq embarked on the renovation of Kwara Hotel, it was announced with much fanfare. Kwarans were promised a world-class transformation of one of the state’s most iconic landmarks. Years later, the reality—captured in the pictures recently shared during the Governor’s inspection—is a painful contrast to those lofty promises.The image, instead of reflecting excellence, progress, or a project nearing meaningful completion, shows a disappointing and substandard structure that does not remotely justify the huge sums reportedly spent. The visible state of the hotel—shabby finishes, poor aesthetic value, and clear lack of global standards—has left many…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described today’s Inter-Ministerial Press Briefings of the Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq-led administration as a stage-managed circus of deception anchored by juvenile, inexperienced political appointees who lack both the mandate of the people and the moral competence to speak on governance matters.We find it utterly disgraceful that since 2019, Governor Abdulrazaq has never deemed it fit to address Kwarans directly. Instead , he has continued to rely on whatsap fabrications, misleading press statements and organized political skit making decorated as press briefing from his media handlers -who themselves lack the technical-know-how on governance and…

A much-anticipated meeting convened to revive the Kwara North Leaders/Stakeholders Forum ended on a controversial note on Saturday following the conspicuous absence of the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon. Yakubu Danladi, and other legislators loyal to him.The meeting, which held at the Ilorin residence of Senator Mohammed Ahmed (mni), a prominent political figure and convener of the defunct forum, was aimed at fostering unity and redefining the political direction of the Kwara North Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections.In his invitation dated 19 April, Senator Ahmed noted that the event was not convened to…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ilorin Branch, has raised an alarm over the abduction of Barrister Elizabeth Arinde, the Head of the Legal Department at Oke Ero Local Government Area (LGA) in Kwara State.According to a statement issued by the Chairman of the NBA Ilorin Branch, SMH Kosemani Esq, Barrister Arinde was kidnapped alongside the Deputy Permanent Secretary (DPM) of Oke Ero LGA on Friday, April 25, 2025. The abduction reportedly occurred while they were traveling from Oke Ero to Ilorin.Efforts to reach Barrister Arinde have been unsuccessful, as her mobile number, 08060628169, is currently unreachable. No further information about…

Governors have held a closed-door meeting with the chief of defence staff, Christopher Musa, to discuss the widespread deterioration of security in the country.The meeting was presided over by NGF chairman Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, with its focus on recent incidents of kidnapping, violent attacks, and killings.The discussion centres on the security challenges in states such as Plateau, Benue, and others to find solutions to address the escalating violence.Governors from Borno, Ekiti, Adamawa, Kaduna, Bayelsa, Gombe, Ogun, Imo, Oyo, Ondo, Benue, Nasarawa, and Plateau were in attendance, alongside the deputy governors of Niger, Enugu, and Bauchi.Housing minister Ahmed Dangiwa was part…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly condemned a statement credited to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, claiming that 150 million Nigerians now enjoy adequate electricity with just 5,500 megawatts, News360 Nigeria reports.In a press release issued on April 23, 2025, the union described the remark as an insult to the intelligence of Nigerians and a poor attempt at deception.The NLC argued that it is impossible for a nation generating an unstable and inconsistent 5,000 megawatts to supply reliable electricity to 150 million people, pointing out that international standards recommend at least 1,000 megawatts per one million citizens.By this…