Author: Kwara Reporters

Tragedy struck the Ilesha Baruba community in Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State on Monday as six people were killed in a violent attack by unidentified gunmen.The assailants, reportedly dressed in military-style uniforms, stormed the town around 9:30pm through the Ilorin road and opened fire on unsuspecting residents.Eyewitnesses described the attack as sudden and terrifying, with the gunmen taking the community by surprise.The identities and motives of the attackers remain unknown, raising concern among residents who are unsure whether the perpetrators were actual security personnel or impostors in disguise.Among the victims were two Baruba men and four Fulani men,…

The Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate and Wazirin Kasar Hausa, Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir, has extended warm felicitations to the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, on the occasion of his 85th birthday.In a statement released on Monday, Alhaji Gobir described the Emir as “a beacon of leadership, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to the peace, unity, and progress of Ilorin Emirate and the nation at large.”He noted that the Emir’s reign has continued to inspire generations, uplift the cultural heritage of Ilorin, and serve as a source of pride for all indigenes of the Emirate.“As…

Emir of Yashikira, Umoru Seriki, Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, is distressed that concerned authorities have abandoned communities under attacks by a terror group named ‘Mahmuda’ allegedly occupying some parts of the Kwara North Senatorial District and Niger State. Reacting to the development in an exclusive interview with DAILY POST on Sunday, Seriki lamented that “the situation is that we are totally demoralized, we are not happy with what the authorities are saying that there is no presence of terrorists in our domains. “We are not happy and we feel abandoned by the government and left on our…

Gunmen on Saturday ambushed a Toyota Sienna passenger vehicle on Obbo-Aiyegunle/Osi Road in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State and abducted seven passengers travelling from Abuja to Offa in Kwara State.KWARA REPORTERS gathered that the suspected kidnappers, however, spared three children who were travelling with their abducted parents.It was gathered that it was the eldest of the children who were spared that reported the incident to the management of the transport company, Olumoh Express, Offa, that the victims boarded.The abduction occurred between 5pm and 6pm.All attempts made so far by the local vigilante to rescue the victims were…

The Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), Kwara State Chapter, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, organized a one-day Political Education Summit aimed at sensitizing Christian youths on active political participation. The summit, themed “Arise and Lead: Answering the Call to Serve”, was held at the Bishop’s Court in Ilorin, bringing together young participants from all 16 local government areas of the state.Leading the array of distinguished speakers was Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a former presidential candidate and prominent Christian leader from Nigeria’s North Central region. In his keynote address, Dr. Hashim emphasized that politics should be viewed as…

Chief (Engr.) Nurudeen Adeyemi Balogun, ENACT PRINCIPAL and TETFUND Noard of Trustees Member, has rejoiced with our Christian brothers and sisters on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebration. Adeyemi, in his Easter message released today in Ilorin, noted the essence of Easter and urged all and sundry to imbibe, renew, and demonstrate the culture of love and sacrifice. Accordingly, in appreciation of the infinite mercy of the most High God, the Alpha and Omega of our existence, we give glory to Him for his grace on us to witness this Easter celebration. Many wish to be alive today, but our…

The Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate and Wazirin Kasar Hausa, Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Alhaji Abdulganiyu Saka Cook-Olododo on his recent turbaning as the Gaskiya Ngeri of Ilorin Emirate.In a statement issued on Friday, Alhaji Yakubu Gobir described the turbaning as “a well-deserved honour for a man of courage, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the development of our Emirate.”Alhaji Gobir commended Olododo’s long-standing record of public service, highlighting his impactful contributions both as a lawmaker and a respected community leader.“His new title is a recognition of his years of service and dedication to truth…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps says it has deployed 1,525 personnel to safeguard lives and forestall the vandalisation of critical national assets during the Easter festivities.Mr Olatunde Maku, the commandant in Anambra, said the deployment was also to protect state and local government assets.Mr Maku disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.He said the deployment was in line with the recently launched joint Operation Zero Kidnapping and other violent crimes in the state.The commandant added that the personnel would secure places of worship, recreational centres, amusement parks, markets, flashpoints, black spots and other vulnerable areas.Similarly, NSCDC deployed 1,350…

The police in Asaba, Delta State on Thursday arraigned a 39-year-old man, Utomi Luke, in an Asaba Magistrates’ Court for alleged N560,000 theft.Utomi, whose address was not provided, is facing a charge of stealing, to which he pleaded not guilty.The Prosecutor, ASP Selebo Isaac, told the court that the defendant committed the offence on March 21, at No.9 Okpanam Road, Asaba.Mr Isaac said that the defendant stole the N560, 000 belonging to a Point-of-Sale operator, Michael Odume.He said that the offence contravened Section 390(9) of the Criminal Law of Delta, 2006.The Magistrate, Edith Anumodu, granted the defendant bail in the…

The police have condemned the conduct of some of its officers captured in a viral video receiving a bribe from a Chinese national.In a statement by the force’s national spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police acknowledged the incident and reaffirmed its commitment to upholding ethical standards and professionalism.“The Nigeria Police Force has taken cognizance of a disturbing video making the rounds in the media space, showing police officers receiving money from a Chinese national,” said the statement.It added, “The actions of the officers do not represent the established ethics, standards, and core values of the Nigeria Police Force. The Force maintains…