ADC Criticises Tinubu Over Repeated Security Assurances
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over what it described as repeated assurances on insecurity that have yet to translate into improved safety across the country. In a statement posted on Tuesday via his X account, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said presidential responses to attacks on communities […]
EFCC Arrests Three Over Fake Naira in Kwara
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested three suspects, including a 51-year-old father of 10, over their alleged involvement in the circulation of counterfeit currency in Kwara State. The suspects were reportedly apprehended following intelligence that linked them to a network distributing fake naira notes across parts of the state and […]
Lanre Onilu Withdraws, Supports Bolarinwa for Kwara Governorship
Mallam Lanre Issa Onilu, Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) and aspirant in the 2027 All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship race in Kwara State, has formally withdrawn from the contest. Onilu announced his decision in a statement personally signed and released early Thursday, citing the high calibre of aspirants seeking the party’s governorship […]
NSCDC Deploys 2,280 Personnel for Safe Easter in Kwara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 2,280 personnel across all 16 local government areas of Kwara State to ensure security during the Easter festivities, the commandant announced on Thursday. Bala Bawa Bodinga said the deployment aims to prevent disruptions of law and order and deter mischief-makers from causing public disturbances during […]
Bandit Attacks Force Kwara Community to Flee Homes
Residents of Omugo Community in Ifelodun Local Government Area, Kwara State, have fled their homes following repeated attacks by suspected bandits, leaving the once-busy settlement largely deserted. The latest incident involved an attack on an Evangelical Church Winning All worship centre in the area via Oro-Ago, during which eight worshippers, including the pastor’s wife, were […]
Saraki Backs Southern Presidency, Rules Out 2027 Bid
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has stated that it is fair to allow the South to complete an eight-year tenure in the presidency and confirmed he will not contest the 2027 election. Saraki made the comments on Thursday during an interview on Politics Today, a programme broadcast by Channels Television. He explained that he supported […]
ECWA Raises Alarm Over Killings, Kidnappings in Kwara South
The Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Kwara State has raised concerns over what it described as a growing wave of kidnappings and killings affecting communities in the state’s southern senatorial district. The church called on authorities to take urgent and proactive measures to restore peace following a series of attacks on rural communities. Its […]
Seriki Gambari Declares for Kwara APC Governorship Race
Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki Gambari has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Kwara State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement announcing his ambition, Seriki Gambari said his decision was driven by a commitment to promote unity, fairness and inclusive governance across the state. He pledged […]
Kwara APC Fixes State Congress for March 3
The Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has scheduled its State Congress for Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the Arca Centre in Ilorin. In a statement signed by the party State Publicity Secretary in person of Alhaji Abdulwaheed Olawale Babatunde said the congress is set to begin at 10 a.m. and will […]
Gunmen Raid Kwara Village, Loot Shops Amid Rising Insecurity
Suspected terrorists on motorcycles raided Gada Oli, a village near Wawa and close to Woro in Kwara State, late Saturday, firing shots into the air and looting mobile phone shops, residents said. Witnesses said the attackers stormed the community at night, shooting sporadically to disperse villagers before breaking into stores and carting away mobile devices. […]
