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On the Frontline of Truth: No Going Back! On February 6, 2024, our Editor-in-Chief, Salihu Ayatullahi, and Managing Director, Adisa-Jaji Azeez, were arbitrarily detained by the Nigerian Police Force, Kwara State Command, at the behest of the Rector of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Engr. Abdul Jimoh. In recent weeks, our newsroom has been publishing investigative reports exposing corruption and mismanagement at the state-owned Polytechnic. Despite concerted efforts by the Rector to stop our publications—ranging from personal meetings to offers of enticement—we stood our ground, determined to publish all our investigative findings. Following the failure of these attempts, the Rector resorted…

APC stakeholder from Kwara North Senatorial District and The Haske of Etsu Patigi in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State, Dr. Kolo Baba Jiya has called on Political Stakeholders in the state to concede the 2027 governorship ticket to a candidate from Kwara North senatorial district. Dr. Jiya made this call while speaking during the 41st Media Parliament organized by the Kwara State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Ilorin, the state capital. In his statement, “The unity among the people of Kwara North Senatorial District has increased compared to the previous electioneering process. “He pleaded to…

A magistrate court sitting in Ilorin on Wednesday granted The Informant247’s Editor-in-chief; Salihu Ayatullahi and Managing Director; Adisa-Jaji Azeez. The two senior staff of the investigative medium were docked following the petition of the Rector, Kwara State Polytechnic, Engineer Abdul Jimoh Muhammed The defendants were dragged before Magistrate Monisola Kamson on Wednesday on the alleged offences of criminal conspiracy, cyber stalking and injurious falsehood contrary to sections 27(1) B, 24(1)(B) of the cybercrime (prohibition and prevention) act, 2015 and section 393 of the penal code. The Informant247 had earlier reported how both journalists had honoured the police invitation at 2:30…

In an industry where producers often go unnoticed while shaping the music we love, SirDeen is quietly but powerfully leaving his imprint on the industry with every song he touches. With a sharp ear for melody, an intuitive sense of rhythm and a skill for creating engaging sonics, he has become a key architect behind the scenes, sculpting beats that elevate artists’ visions and leave a lasting imprint. His production style blends intricate sound design with an innate ability to create timeless and fresh music. Whether it’s the deep grooves of Afro-fusion or the textured layers of alternative sounds, SirDeen…

The Association Of Kwara Online Media Practitioners (ASKOMP) has cautioned the Kwara Police Command Commissioner, CP Olaiya against gagging the press to favour his friend, Engr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed of Kwara State Polytechnic. ASKOMP in a statement issued on Tuesday by its Secretary, Oyewale Oyelola described an attempt to detain two journalists with Informant247; Adiza-Jaji Azeez and Salihu Ayatullahi despite receiving fundamental rights enforcement by the competent court. ASKOMP while acknowledging the professionalism displayed by the Inspector General of Police during his stay as Kwara CP, urged CP Olaiya to dent his image in an attempt to kill the ongoing…

By Busayo Fakunle Beyond being a source of entertainment, a tool for fighting pains and depression, and a language to express emotions, music is a form of art that is powerful enough to cause mood swings as well as reshape one’s perception of life. At some points in the country, musicians used music as the collective voice of the masses to fight against unfriendly governmental policies while still debating issues that surround manners, morals, governance, etc. to promote love, peace, unity, hard work, diligence, uprightness and other positive values needed to build a just society. In Nigeria, my view is…

Kayode Moses AKA Mod3st is a Hip Hop Artist/producer from Nigeria. Spending most of his life between Lagos & Abuja. He began making music in 2013, free styling at local events and taking his first steps in music production. Exploring music production exposed him to a better understanding of how to authenticate his music style and fuse out a Hip hop sound unique to him. His music is heavily influenced by rappers such as Lil wayne, 50 cent, Drake, Tory Lanez and Ice Prince. On his new single “To The Moon” serenading on a smooth Afro-infused trap beat, Mod3st…

Adekunle Ajasin 300-level female student identified as Ifeoluwa Adekunle reportedly stabbed to death by unknown assailants in her off-campus apartment. According to Lindaikeji’s report, the student was found in a pool of blood in her room at the weekend. One of the students, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told newsmen that the girl was gruesomely killed, adding that the incident has caused apprehension within the students’ community. “She was stabbed to death by yet-to-be-identified persons who came visiting. We know this is not a cult-related issue as some people are suggesting,” the source said. “We have reported the case…

Miley Cyrus hit the red carpet with little to the imagination as she attended the 66th Grammys Awards in a custom gold dress. The singer arrived at the award ceremony wearing a see-through, net-like dress made of hundreds of gold safety pins. Arranged geometrically, the pins created a sort of cone bra effect of two circles up top as well as a thong-like shape below. The gold metal custom dress was made by Maison Margiela and was inspired by a John Galliano Fall-Winter 1996 look.

Marvin’s signee, Ayra Starr attended the 66th Grammy Awards on Sunday night, Feb. 4, 2024. She rocked the red carpet with a skimpy blue number with dramatic drapes that flowed out behind her. She was nominated in the Best African Music Performance category but lost to Tyla.