Nigerian Army needs more innovative technology to end insecurity
The General Officer Commanding 3 Division, Nigeria Army, Major General Eyitayo Foluso Oyinlola, had stated that there is a dire need for military operations to leverage modern technology and advanced techniques to curb insecurity challenges in the country. This was revealed while he was addressing participants during the opening session of the Module III for […]
Kwara farmers lament incessant attacks
A group of young farmers in Tsaragi community in the Edu local government area of Kwara state have complained of incessant attacks by hoodlums in and outside the community. The group spokesperson, Abiola Aliu Bolarinwa,In a statement made available to newsmen in Ilorin, described the hoodlums as religious extremists, noting that the hoodlums comprised some […]
73% of Kwara Pensioners Unregistered as State Tightens Payment Rules
Kwara State’s Commissioner for Finance, Hauwa Nuru has revealed that 73.2% of state pensioners remain unregistered with the Kwara State Residents Registration Agency (KWASRRA), despite nearly a year of government advocacy to encourage enrolment. Speaking in a statement issued by Babatunde Toyin Abdulrasheed, the Ministry’s Press Secretary, Commissioner Nuru stated: “We have campaigned for almost […]
Wike urged to act on FCTA appointee’s stance against Tinubu govt
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has been called upon to take punitive measures against the Mandate Secretary for Agriculture and Rural Development, Abdullahi Ango, for allegedly kicking against the appointment of Comrade Solomon Adodo as a board member of the North Central Development Commission. Newsmen gathered that The Empowerment for Unemployed […]
Reps to investigate FRSC over driver’s license revenue
The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the operations and revenue management surrounding the issuance of driver’s licences in Nigeria over the last three years, following mounting concerns over alleged financial irregularities, system delays, and procedural violations by key stakeholders. This followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Afam Victor Ogene […]
I killed Hafsoh because I needed human hands for money rituals
Abdulrahman Bello, the suspected murderer of Hafsoh Lawal along with his accomplices appeared in court today in continuation of the muder case charge against them. In the video evidence shown in the court, Abdulrahman Bello, confessed that he killed Hafsoh Lawal because he needed human’s hands for money rituals . He confirmed that if he […]
Kidnapper Confesses to Multiple Child Abductions for Rituals in Ilorin
A suspected kidnapper has confessed to abducting an unspecified number of children from Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, for ritualistic purposes. The suspect, believed to be in his 20s, made the admission after being apprehended by police in Ilorin on Friday, 16 May 2025. Reports indicate he was saved from being lynched by an angry […]
NMA urges govt to prioritise doctors’ welfare
The Nigerian Medical Association has urged employers of medical personnel including the government to prioritise the welfare of medical doctors to address the recurring issue of japa syndrome in the country. The President of the association, Prof Bala Audu, stressed this point in Uyo Akwa Ibom State while fielding questions from journalists during the grand […]
Kwara Introduces Transporter Colour Codes to Strengthen Safety and Compliance
The Kwara State Government has introduced colour codes for all transporters in the state to enhance the identification of vehicles and improve public safety. The initiative, announced by Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, Commissioner for Transportation, during a tripartite consultative meeting at the Ministry’s headquarters in Ilorin on Wednesday, mandates transport operators to adopt specific colour […]
