Six teachers in the employ of Oyo State Government have been demoted for their alleged involvement in examination malpractices.
This was made known via a memo from the Oyo State Post Primary Schools Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), after it found the teachers culpable.
The memo dated April 26, 2023 was signed by Mrs. Orowale M. I. on behalf of the commission’s chairman and addressed to the Tutor-General in Saki zone of the state.
According to the letter, the teachers were involved in examination malpractices during the 2022 Senior School Certificate Examination, conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).
Those demoted included Ogunkunle Musibau O., from Grade 14 to 13, and Popoola Akeem Abiola, from Grade 8 to 7, both from Owo Community Grammar School, Owo.
Others are Mustapha Bolanle Nureni, from Grade 15 to 14, Ahmed Adamu Ademola, from Grade 10 to 9, Titilola Ajeleye John, from Grade 10 to 9, and Adegbola Abraham Titilope, from Grade 8 to 7.
The four teachers are from Progressive Secondary Grammar School in Tede.
The commission said the decision to demote the teachers was a result of the findings of the panel set up to investigate them.
Author: The Nation
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Six teachers demoted in Oyo for exam malpractices
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Cleric urges govt to assess NTA traffic light
The General Overseer, Christ the Light Gospel Church Ministry (Inc), Ibadan, Bishop Solomon Aremu, has urged Oyo State Government to assess the recently installed traffic light at a junction linking the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) Agodi Gate, Ibadan to the Total Garden-Government House area.
Speaking in Ibadan at the church headquarters, he said the step became necessary to avert accidents.
Aremu narrated how he narrowly escaped death last Thursday after obeying the NTA Agodi traffic light.
The cleric, whose ministry is celebrating the 33rd anniversary, urged the state government to look at ways of averting such accidents in future.
He said: “It was simply by God’s grace that I survived the accident. The traffic light just installed at the NTA junction should be assessed, to avert accidents.
“Last Thursday, I nearly averted collision with a trailer that was ascending Total Garden-Gate road because of the traffic light. The trailer refused to stop for the traffic light. In fact, the light should be assessed, to avoid accidents.”
The clergyman, whose Toyota Forerunner Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) was badly damaged, thanked those that sympathised with him and prayed for him over the accident.
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Akarigbo has vindicated Abiodun, says group
A group, Ogun Integrity Vanguard, has lauded a statement released by the Akarigbo of Remo, Oba Adewale Ajayi, clarifying that the trip he made to London with other traditional rulers to interface with billionaire lotto entrepreneur, Sir Kessington Adebutu, had nothing to do with Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun.
The group, which yesterday gave the commendation in a statement signed by its Secretary, Duro Thomas, and made available to reporters in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, said the foremost traditional ruler’s statement had put paid to the lie that the governor was seeking an out-of-court settlement with Adebutu’s son, Ladi, over the governorship election petition he (Ladi Adebutu) submitted challenging the governor’s victory during the March 18 governorship election in the state.
Saying it was unconscionable for mischief makers to seek to undermine the exalted throne of the Paramount Ruler of Remoland and President, Remo Traditional Council, and those of other Remo kings for political gain, the group added that Governor Abiodun remained fully focused on transforming the fortunes and enhancing the living standards of the Ogun populace, and would not be drawn into the political game meant to distract him front his renewed mandate.
Condemning the deliberate doctoring of the Akarigbo’s speech at the meeting with Sir Kessington to suit the intentions of the mischief makers and deceive unsuspecting members of the public, the group said: “Before the Akarigbo’s clarification through Adebayo Onafuwa, a lawyer, Bamofin of Remoland; mischief makers on the social media had claimed that Prince Abiodun was begging Ladi Adebutu to withdraw his petition challenging Governor Abiodun’s victory.
“However, as the Akarigbo said, ‘the insinuation that the trip was sponsored or was at the instance of the Governor was not only misleading, but also an insult to the Akarigbo in particular and the Remo Traditional Council in general; as this was never so’.
The group quoted the Akarigbo as saying that “the individual sponsorship by members of the entourage was made unambiguous in the address delivered in London and for anyone to try to smear the image of the top-notch personalities that made the trip on their own accord is most uncharitable.”
“Indeed, we agree with this royal submission. It is saddening that these individuals without conscience and lacking any shred of integrity sought to rubbish royalty, but the Akarigbo and other Remo obas have now shown those behind the fake news to be pure mischief makers.
“As the Akarigbo’s statement indicated, the Remo rulers as the custodian of the customs of the Remo people only felt concerned about the fallouts of the recent elections in Ogun State in which two of their sons from the same town (Iperu) vied for the governorship position and sought to hold peace talks with them in the interest of Remo Kingdom and Ogun State in general.
“Therefore, it is uncharitable to insinuate that the trip was sponsored by Governor Abiodun to placate those he defeated in an open contest. How could they insult our revered traditional rulers in this manner?
“We condemn the misrepresentation of facts by these mischief makers and warn them to cease and desist from dragging our exalted traditional rulers into their perverse politics.
“Seeking to draw Prince Abiodun into their vile game is an exercise in futility.”
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Families to Makinde: don’t appoint new Alaafin until pending case is resolved
Eleven families within Atiba lineage have urged Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde to refrain from taking further action regarding the selection of the new Alaafin, until the pending case filed against the Chieftaincy Declaration of the Alaafin is resolved.
The families include: Prince Sina Afolabi-Adeitan Family, Prince Remi Azeez-Tella Okitipapa Family, Prince Lamola Olanite Family, Prince Agboin Adelabu Family, Prince Raji Adediran Adeniran Family, Prince Nureni Taiwo-Tella Agbojulogun Family, Prince Muftau Adejare Adesokan-Adesokan Baba Idode Family, Prince Adesiyan-Adesiyan Family and Prince Bello Rasheed-Abidekun Family.
They said Makinde should follow due process in the selection of the new Alaafin.
Speaking in Oyo town on behalf of the nine families, Prince Afolabi Adesina from Adeitan Royal Family said resolving the pending case before appointing the new Alaafin is to ensure the process of selecting the new Alaafin is conducted in a transparent and just manner, as stipulated by the law, adding that It would be unfair to appoint a new Alaafin while a case is still pending.
Adesina said Makinde should recognise the significance of traditional institution and ensure fair and just process was followed in selecting the next monarch.
According to him, it is crucial that guidelines are adhered to, any decision regarding the appointment of Alaafin is made based on the provisions of declaration, which becomes imperative for the state government to maintain the status quo and respect the autonomy of traditional institution until the court case is resolved.
He said: “This will not only ensure a smooth transition process, but will also serve as a testament to the governor’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and promoting justice and equity.
“It is essential that the governor should prioritise the resolution of the case before any action is taken with regard to the appointment of a new Alaafin. This will ensure the process is transparent, fair and just, as required by the law.
“It is time to put an end to the years of discrimination that have plagued the selection of the Alaafin of Oyo in the past. The nine Atiba children have been marginalised for too long, and it is only fair that they are given a chance to ascend the throne. We urge the governor to make history by selecting the new king from the nine Atiba children.
“As a government that values justice and equality, we implore the governor to act in the interest of the people and uphold the findings of the commission of enquiry into the stool of Alaafin.
“This will not only promote equity and fairness, but will also help to foster unity and inclusiveness in the community.”
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NDLEA seizes 8,852kg illicit drugs consignment in Lagos
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has said its operatives seized 8,852 kilograms (8.8 tons) of Canadian Loud, an imported synthetic strain of cannabis, at the Eleko Beach road in Lekki, Lagos.
It said the seizure followed a 30-minute gun fight with armed men who were escorting the consignment loaded in two long trucks around 4:51am, on May 4.
Spokesman for the agency, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement yesterday, although he did not indicate if there were casualties in the gun battle.
Babafemi said the operatives who acted on credible intelligence, laid ambush for the traffickers along the Eleko beach road in Lekki.
He said two long trucks conveying the illicit consignments were flagged down but rather than stop, the trucks escorted by armed men sped off.
He said consequently there was an exchange of gunfire that lasted 30 minutes.
After they were overpowered by the NDLEA operatives, the truck drivers and their armed escorts escaped into the bush abandoning the trucks and the drug consignments, he said.
“While one of the trucks painted red has 149 jumbo bags weighing 6,548kg, the second one with blue paint has 53 big bags with a weight of 2,304kg, bringing the total number of bags to 202 and gross weight of both to 8,852 kilograms.
“Meanwhile, operatives are already on the trail of the drug lord who shipped the illicit consignment into the country,” Babafemi said.
He said on the same day, NDLEA operatives intercepted a Toyota Sienna vehicle driven by one Mukaila Idowu, conveying 88.3kg skunk at Otedola bridge, Ikeja, Lagos, while another suspect, Joseph Friday was arrested on Saturday, May 6, at Iyana Ira, Lagos, with 58.7kg cannabis sativa concealed inside his Toyota Camry car marked FST587FH.
Babafemi said: “In Ogun state, operatives in the early hours of Wednesday 3rd May busted a mini factory where a suspect, Bakare Taofeek, was producing skucchies around Safari Onikolobo, Abeokuta. Exhibits recovered from him include: 4kg black currant drink (Sobo) mixed with cannabis; 255 litres of skucchies; 1,880 tablets of tramadol; 735 grams of cannabis; three deep freezers; two gas cylinders and two cooking pots, among others.”
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Cleric found dead in river
A 29-year-old Islamic cleric, Lasisi Qozeem, has been found dead in a river in Osun State after he followed his friend to an undisclosed outing.
The Nation gathered that the cleric’s friend, simply identified as Ibrahim, visited Qozeem at his residence in Ifon, Orolu Local Government Area, on Friday and pleaded with him that they should go on an outing together, which he agreed.
A source in the community, who confided in our correspondent, said Qozeem’s parents visited one of the community leaders after he did not return home that day to report to him.
“Family members joined by some community members searched for him but only discovered his mobile phone and his luggage inside his room. “Qozeem planned to travel before his friend came around to take him out. I was informed that the parent and community leaders called the friend of Qozeem and he told them that he is in Edo State.”
“However, on Saturday they discovered blood with his underwear by the river bank of Owala. We also saw his corpse floating inside the river. The corpse has been deposited in the morgue.”The spokesperson for Osun State Police Command, Yemisi Opalola, confirmed the incident. She disclosed that efforts had been put in place to arrest the fleeing friend.
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Sanwo-Olu inaugurates 72 units housing estate in Ogun
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo – Olu at the weekend inaugurated 72 units housing estate in Emuren, Sagamu, Ogun State.
He said his administration would continue to address the housing needs of its workforce.
The units, tucked inside the serene Ogun border community with Lagos, are a product of collaboration between the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) and the Lagos State Development and Property Corporation (LSDPC).
Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing, Mr. Kamal Olowosago, said his government would prioritise workers’ welfare.
He hailed FMBN for the scheme, saying his administration would collaborate with the bank to ensure workers benefited more from housing projects.
FMBN Managing Director Mr. Madu Hamman said the estate was developed by LSDPC under the FMBN Cooperative Housing Development Loan corridor.
He said the project was funded by FMBN in fulfilment of its commitment to the home ownership dreams of workers, who were contributors to the National Housing Fund (NHF) scheme.
He lauded Governor Sanwo-Olu and Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun for the support extended to FMBN and NHF scheme.
“This support has ensured consistency of NHF contributions by the state workforce.
“This project consists of 72 housing units, comprising 48 units of two-bedroom terrace apartment and 24 units of three-bedroom semi-detached bungalows.”
“The estate is serviced with basic infrastructure, including internal road network, drainages, electricity and water, to create a conducive and livable environment.
“By this endeavour, we are not only reducing the housing deficit in the country, we are also creating jobs and tackling unemployment,” Hamman said.
The FMBN managing director also commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his support, which he said made the project possible.
The Chairman, Board of Directors, FMBN, Mr. Ayodeji Gbeleyi, said the projects reaffirmed the commitment of FMBN to deliver affordable housing to Nigerians, who were contributors to the NHF scheme managed by the bank.
He hailed Ogun State Government for allowing the project to be located in the state, saying the synergy deserved commendation
Oba Adesegun Abolaji, the Elemuren of Emuren, Sagamu, expressed gratitude over the siting of the project in his community, promising that he was ready to donate additional 20 hectares for another phase of the project. -
Dispatch rider, another held over stolen motorcycle
Police operatives attached to the Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have arrested a dispatch rider, Ekele Sunday, 28, and his alleged accomplice, Yakubu Abdurrahman, 28, over a stolen motorcycle.
The duo allegedly conspired to sell the motorcycle which belonged to a logistics company in the state, Police spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin said in a statement yesterday.
He said the suspects were arrested at Oke-Koto, Agege, when operatives, acting on credible intelligence, stormed the area.
Hundeyin said one other suspect who was with them escaped upon sighting the police.
“Investigations revealed that Ekele, after a month of working with the company, connived with Abdurrahman to dispose of the motorcycle, which was procured few days before he was employed.
“The three suspects, on sighting the police, took to their heels. Ekele and Abdurrahman were arrested, while the third suspect who escaped is still being trailed. The motorcycle has since been recovered.
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Man ‘kills wife’ over alleged plans to remarry
The Police in Adamawa State have arrested a man, Aminu Abubakar, 56, for allegedly killing his wife over allegations she planned to remarry.
Abubakar, a resident of Lelewaji community, Shagari Phase 2 Estate, Yola South Local Government Area, was alleged to have beaten his wife, Nana Fadimatu, 38, to death.
The suspect, it was learnt, got information that his wife had concluded plans to dump him and marry another man in a neighbouring community the next day.
Angered by the discovery, the man was said to have given the woman fatal blows with a hard object leading to her unconsciousness.
A statement yesterday by the command’s spokesman, SP Suleiman Nguroje, said the incident occurred around 10pm on Friday.
Nguroje said the woman was later pronounced death, adding that the woman’s intending husband, Mahmud Rufai, filed a complaint to the police which led to the arrest of Abubakar.
“Investigation so far reveals that the suspect being a Manager of Anasam Table Water, at Jambutu 50 Housing Estate, had one child with the deceased after nine years of their marriage.” “The Commissioner of Police, CP Afolabi Babatola, who expressed shock over the incident, has deployed officers from anti-homicide unit of the command to take over investigation and ensure due prosecution of all who may be indicted.”
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Hoodlums raze police station in Ebonyi
Hoodlums at the weekend burnt down the police station at Effium community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State as warring groups resumed hostilities.
The arsonists also attacked security agents deployed to the community as Peacekeeping force.
The Effium and Ezza Effium people in the community have been engaged in a three-year long war, which has left hundreds killed and thousands displaced.
Many houses and properties have been destroyed in the crisis that seemed to have defied all solutions as intermittent clashes usually broke out in spite of the peacekeeping troop ok ground.
The crisis re-ignited at the weekend which led to the burning of the police station.
Police spokesman in Ebonyi State, Onome Onovwakpoyeya, confirmed the incident in a statement yesterday.
She denied reports that the policemen deployed to the area ran out of ammunition to counter the attacks.
Onovwakpoyeya noted that the Ezza warriors attacked the Effium communities but were repelled by the security agencies.
She said: “To set the record straight, there has been ongoing communal crisis between Ezza and Izzi communities for years.
“Consequently, the Army, Mobile Policemen, both visiting and state based, and conventional Policemen have been permanently stationed in the Crisis zone.
“However, for the past three consecutive days, the Ezza Warriors have launched an attack on Effium community and the security forces stationed in the zone.
“The forces had repelled them, but in the ensuing gun duel, the colonial building used as Police Station was razed down but no casualty on the part of the Police or loss of arms/ammunition.”
She said reinforcement had been sent to the area including arms/ammunition and a gun truck.
“The area is calm. The Commissioner of Police, Ebonyi State Command, CP Faleye Olaleye, is using this medium to warn the aggressors to lay down their arms or face the full wrath of the law,” she added.