Religion

Godly Living, Unity Key to National Progress – Reverend Adewole

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By Ali Rabiu (Ilorin)

The Bishop of the Diocese of Kwara, Anglican Communion, Reverend Sunday Adewole, has urged Nigerians to embrace godly living, love, and unity to promote peace as Christians mark the 2026 Easter season.

Reverend Adewole delivered the message in his Easter sermon titled, “The Empty Tomb and Its Implications,” at the Cathedral of Saint Barnabas, Sabo-Oke, Ilorin.

He described the resurrection of Jesus Christ as a powerful symbol of victory over sin and death.

He called on citizens to reflect the lessons of Easter in their daily lives and contribute to rebuilding the nation.

The cleric emphasized that Easter should go beyond annual rituals and serve as a period for reflection and renewed commitment to God.

“Today, as we commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we appeal to everyone in the name of God to live a holy life. Living a holy life is a precursor to God’s abundant blessings,” he said.

Reverend Adewole stressed that righteous living must align with love for others and a collective responsibility toward national development.

He urged Nigerians to intensify prayers for the country and foster peaceful coexistence.

“We should love our neighbours, pray for our country, pray for our state, pray for our communities, and love others as ourselves. If we do this, the challenges we face will become things of the past,” he added.

The bishop attributed many of Nigeria’s socio-economic and security challenges to declining moral and spiritual values.

He said a renewed fear of God could significantly reduce corruption, violence, and insecurity.

“If Nigerians truly embrace the fear of God, issues such as corruption, violence, banditry and insurgency will be drastically reduced,” he stated.

Reverend Adewole warned that disunity remains a major barrier to national progress and called for stronger ties across religious and ethnic lines.

“No nation can progress in disunity. We must come together as one people if we are to confront our challenges effectively,” he said.

Amid economic hardship, he encouraged Nigerians to show compassion by supporting the less privileged and responding proactively to the needs of others.

“We must not wait until we are asked before helping others. Let us be intentional in offering our time, talents and resources to support those around us,” he advised.

Offering prayers for the nation, Reverend Adewole expressed hope that Christ’s resurrection would bring healing and transformation to Nigeria.

“It is our prayer that the power that brought Jesus out of the grave will work in our nation, in our families, and bring the needed miracles,”.

Reverend Adewole urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, emphasizing that faith, unity, and obedience to God can help the nation overcome its challenges and achieve peace and prosperity.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle

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Judiciary

Court Imprisons Two over Defamation

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 A Magistrate court sitting in Ilorin, Kwara State capital has sentenced two persons namely Gidado Shuaib and Olufemi Alfred to three months imprisonment over a case of criminal conspiracy and defamation levelled against them. 

The convicts, who were given an option of a fine of N100, 000.00 each were arraigned in court on a First Information Report dated  November  2019 for offences of criminal conspiracy and defamation contrary to sections  97 and 392 of the penal law.

Their arraignment followed a petition written against them by  Hillcrest Agro- Allied Industries Limited located at Kilometre 4, Ajase -Ipo road, Amberi village, Kwara state over a published article in News Digest  “titled Inside Kwara factory where Indian hemp is legalised “.

The article, according to the petitioner, portrayed the company, which is into rice production as a place where Indian hemp is being smoked freely by workers.  

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Lifestyle

Petrol Tank Installer Suffocates To Death In Ilorin

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A -twenty nine year old tank installer and maintainer simply identified as Ahmed has lost his life while working on a petrol tank at a popular filling station on Offa garage road, in Ilorin, Kwara State.

Radio Nigeria gathered that the victim suddenly suffocated while they were carrying out the maintenance work inside the petrol tank at the filling station and he eventually died.

However, firemen from the Kwara State Fire Service were able to evacuate the body from the tank and handed over to his boss, Mr Abdulbasit Oladimeji.

It was learnt that the deceased was careless as he embarked on the work without putting on the necessary safety gear.

Reacting on the incident the Director, Kwara State Fire Service, John Falade urged the general public to be more safety conscious, adding that workers should always endeavor to use safety equipment at all time to save their lives.

FRCN /Abuja

News

Auto Crash: Pregnant Woman, Eight Others Die In Ilorin

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A pregnant woman and eight others were reported burnt to death in a multiple auto crash in the Ilorin metropolis, the state capital of Kwara state.

Radio Nigeria gathered that, the multiple fatal accident, which occurred at the Ilorin International Airport road on Ilorin-Ogbomoso expressway involved a commercial passenger bus and a private vehicle.

One of the vehicles involved in the crash was said to have carried kegs filled with petrol.

The vehicles involved are Ash colour Toyota Corolla car and a white colour Toyota Hiace commercial bus, whose drivers had no national driver’s licence.

A total number of 20 people which included eight males and 12 females were said to have been involved in the crash.

Confirming the incident, the state sector commander of the FRSC, Jonathan Owoade, said the crash was caused as a result of over speeding.

Anthonia Akanji /PR

Sport

Team Oyo Arrives Ilorin for 5th National Youth Games

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One hundred and eleven athletes from Oyo state have arrived Ilorin, Kwara State, for the 5th National Youth Games holding at the University of Ilorin.

The Oyo State Contingent led by the General Manager of Oyo State Sports Council, Mr. Gboyega Makinde, consists of sixty-nine males and forty-two female athletes.

According to a statement by the Media Officer of the Oyo state Ministry of Youth and Sports, Mrs. Olubukola Ibikunle, the state’s representatives will compete for medals in twenty-five games at the event.

Also, sixty-five state officials, including security agents were part of the state’s contingent to the National Youth Games, which will end next week Tuesday.

Oyo State clinched the 8th position at the 4th National Youth Games held last year at the University of Ilorin, Kwara state.

Olaolu Fawole