Author: Kwara Reporters

A proposed bill by the Osun State House of Assembly seeking to penalise public road skating with a six-month jail term or a N250,000 fine has sparked a war of words between the Assembly and the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru. The Nation reports that the bill, sponsored under the leadership of Speaker Adewale Egbedun, has faced public criticism, with Basiru leading the charge against it. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the former senator condemned the proposal, describing it as misplaced and ill-timed. He urged the Assembly to withdraw the bill, stressing that…

The Federal Government, on Wednesday, played some of the “Radio Biafra” broadcasts and videos made by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), in open court to establish the allegation of terrorism preferred against him. The broadcast and video documents, which were marked as exhibits, were tendered through the 2nd prosecution witness (PW-2), identified as BBB, before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja. BBB, who testified behind screen provided by the court, said Kanu admitted making the broadcast and the videos while being led in evidence by FG’s lawyer, Chief Adegboyega Awomolo,…

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has expressed dismay over delay in the payment of salaries of its members. The union, in a letter to the attributed the delay to the migration to the Government Integrated Financial and Management Information System (GIFMIS) platform. In a letter addressed to the Accountant General of the Federation, SSANU called for a swift intervention to prevent a breakdown of industrial harmony in tertiary institutions. President of SSANU, Comrade Mohammed Ibrahim in a letter to the Accountant General dated, May 7, 2025, with the title: “Concern over the consistent delay in the payment…

…challenges Nenadi to speak about her plea bargain with EFCC The leadership crisis rocking the Labour Party (LP) took another dimension on Wednesday with the suspension of Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, over alleged anti-party activities. The party also announced the suspension of five of its elected lawmakers in the National Assembly for the same reason given above. The suspended lawmakers include: Senator Ireti Kingibe; Senator Darlington Nwokocha; Hon. Victor Afam Ogene; Hon. Amobi Ogah, and Hon. Seyi Sowunmi. The National Secretary of the Julius Abure led faction, Umar Farouk Ibrahim announced their suspension in a statement on Wednesday. The…

Renowned economist and political activist, Professor Pat Utomi has assumed a formal opposition role with the formation of a “shadow government” to serve as critique of the President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The move is coming weeks after the opposition coalition announced by former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar. The top economist-turned politician described the new coalition as a “national emergency response” launched virtually under the banner of the Big Tent Coalition Shadow Government.Peopled by individuals across opposition parties, the don said the new movement would serve as a credible opposition to…

Boko Haram terrorists have killed an army captain in Izge community of Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The terrorists who struck in the early hours of Wednesday also killed a soldier. Confirming the incident, the Emir of Gwoza, HRH Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, said the assailants stormed the area around 1am and engaged the troops. “It’s true that my people in Izge community came under Boko Haram attack around 1am. Unfortunately, a Captain and a Soldier paid the supreme price. “But our gallant troops, the Civilian JTF, hunters, vigilantes and the resilient community members also killed three terrorists.…

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…