A 24-year-old man, Moses Kalejaiye, was on Friday arraigned before a Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly stealing N2.6 million. Kalejaiye, who is facing three charges related to conspiracy and theft, pleaded not guilty. According to the prosecutor, Ayodele Adeosun, the defendant and some accomplices—who are still at large—committed the crime on October 3 at No. 4 Agbeke Street, King George, Aradagun, Badagry. Adeosun alleged that Kalejaiye broke into the apartment of the complainant, Tokenji Semako, and stole the money. However, he was caught by neighbors, who then handed him over to the police. The prosecution stated that…
Author: Ado Oyeyemi
Nigerian activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has petitioned the governments of the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the European Union, calling for a visa ban on Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Olumuyiwa Adejobi, and his family. In a petition submitted through his law firm, Deji Adeyanju & Partners, the activist accused Adejobi of systematically suppressing free speech and using his position in the Nigeria Police Force to target individuals critical of the government. Dated February 4, 2025, the petition highlighted instances where Adejobi allegedly criminalized dissent, including a tweet on March 29, 2023, where he reportedly stated that…
The Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi, has mandated an autopsy on the late Inspector Yusuf Suleiman Blessing after his family raised concerns over the circumstances of his death. Inspector Yusuf was declared missing on January 27, 2025, after last being seen at his duty post wearing a blue vest and green track pants. A search operation was launched, and two days later, officers from the Marine Police discovered his body floating in a river. Following the discovery, the authorities notified his family and transferred the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further examination.…
A 38-year-old man, Festus Olubiyo, was on Friday arraigned before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan over allegations of obtaining N7.9 million under false pretences. Olubiyo, who is facing charges of fraud and theft, pleaded not guilty to the accusations. According to the prosecutor, Olagoke Adegbenro, the alleged offences took place between June and December 2023 in the Ogunpa area of Ibadan. Adegbenro told the court that Olubiyo collected the money from one Temitope Adebayo under the guise of helping him pay school fees at a university in the United Kingdom. However, the defendant allegedly failed to fulfill his promise…
The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has stated that a customer was responsible for the death of a Bolt driver in Benin City. Speaking on Friday, the command’s spokesperson, Efosa Egbebor, clarified that NSCDC officials were only assisting the police with their investigation. “Our personnel did not kill anyone. The matter is currently being handled by the police, and we cannot act as judges in our own case,” Egbebor stated. He explained that the incident stemmed from a verbal dispute between the Bolt driver and a customer at a hotel, which later escalated…
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has refuted claims that the Federal Government has abolished the Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS) system in favor of a new 12-year uninterrupted basic education structure. Addressing the media on Friday, Dr. Alausa explained that the reports were misleading, emphasizing that the government has not made any changes to the existing 6-3-3-4 education model. Instead, he stated that he had only proposed a discussion on the possibility of transitioning to a 12-year compulsory education system. The confusion arose following his presentation at the 2025 Extraordinary National Council on Education…
The Emir of Daura, Faruq Umar-Faruq, has attributed the growing insecurity in Nigeria to poor upbringing, among other societal factors. He made this statement on Thursday while receiving the Katsina State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Aminu Datti, during a courtesy visit to his palace. Emphasizing the critical role of security in the state and the nation, the emir called for collective efforts to tackle the rising challenges. He urged the NSCDC commandant to adopt more strategic approaches, demonstrate stronger commitment, and enhance collaboration with other security agencies to address the situation effectively. Welcoming Mr.…
The Nigerian military has launched a search-and-rescue operation to locate and secure the release of Brig. Gen. Maharazu Tsiga (retd.), a former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). He was kidnapped yesterday by armed assailants in Tsiga village, Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State. Promptnews had reported that the abduction took place around 12:30 a.m. on Thursday during a three-hour attack, during which one person was killed, at least nine others were taken, and several homes were looted. Eyewitness reports indicate that Tsiga appeared to be the primary target, as his family members were left unharmed. Troops…
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, has urged for collective action to eliminate female genital mutilation (FGM) in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Thursday to mark the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, Meranda emphasized the need to eradicate the harmful practice, which continues to violate the rights of millions of girls and women. FGM involves the partial or total removal of female external genitalia for non-medical reasons, often performed on girls between infancy and adolescence. The practice is widely condemned as a violation of fundamental human rights, affecting health, security,…
A Councillorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Amedu Agaba, and four others were killed on Wednesday night following renewed violence between armed herdsmen and locals in Okpomaju village, Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. Several people sustained injuries, while about 10 others remain missing. The crisis reportedly began earlier in the week when suspected armed herdsmen allegedly mistook local hunters for enemies, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. In an attempt to restore peace, the traditional ruler, Och’Otukpo Odu, Chief John Eimonye, had summoned a meeting between Fulani leaders and Okpomaju community representatives. Despite initial agreements,…