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Ondo poly workers begin indefinite strike over unpaid salaries
Members of staff of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, on Tuesday commenced an indefinite strike over non-payment of their salaries by their employer, the Ondo State Government. The workers and members of the Non-Academic Staff Union and the Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnics staged a peaceful protest on the campus of the state-owned
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Members of staff of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, on Tuesday commenced an indefinite strike over non-payment of their salaries by their employer, the Ondo State Government. The workers and members of the Non-Academic Staff Union and the Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnics staged a peaceful protest on the campus of the state-owned
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Federal High Court orders EFCC to vacate Lagos school premises pending case resolution
The Federal High Court in Lagos has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately vacate the premises of Goodwill Private Schools Limited in Ikorodu, pending the final determination of an ongoing legal dispute. Justice O.A. Owoeye of Court 10, Federal High Court, Ikoyi, issued the order on Monday, April 7, 2025, after
Federal High Court orders EFCC to vacate Lagos school premises pending case resolution
The Federal High Court in Lagos has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately vacate the premises of Goodwill Private Schools Limited in Ikorodu, pending the final determination of an ongoing legal dispute.
Justice O.A. Owoeye of Court 10, Federal High Court, Ikoyi, issued the order on Monday, April 7, 2025, after listening to arguments presented by the school’s counsel, Benson Enikuomehin, who led a team of five other lawyers. The EFCC was represented by legal officer Hannatu Umar Kofarnaisa.
During the hearing, Dr. Enikuomehin argued that the EFCC’s occupation of the school premises violated Section 17 of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act (2006), which outlines the procedure for non-conviction-based forfeiture.
He maintained that the interim forfeiture was granted improperly through an ex parte application instead of a motion on notice, rendering the process null and void.
He further explained that the disputed property was acquired through a contractual transaction between Goodwill School and First City Monument Bank (FCMB), which, by law, does not constitute proceeds of crime under the provisions of AFFA.
The defence also criticised the Commission’s handover of the property to a private individual, Mrs. Olabisi Olaiya, insisting that only the Federal Government can legally benefit from forfeiture under non-conviction proceedings.
In response, EFCC counsel argued that the matter had already been decided by the court (functus officio) and that the school’s refusal to vacate constituted a criminal offence.
However, Enikuomehin countered by informing the court that EFCC operatives had occupied the school since February 27, 2025, halting academic activities, including preparations for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
Justice Owoeye ruled in favour of the school, ordering the EFCC to vacate the premises and refrain from further interference until the substantive case is resolved.
He stated that a date would be communicated for the court’s final decision on the matter.
Federal High Court orders EFCC to vacate Lagos school premises pending case resolution
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Instagram restricts livestream, DM access for teen accounts
Instagram has introduced additional built-in protections for teen accounts, blocking teenagers under 16 from certain access without parental approval. In a statement on Tuesday, Meta said the affected accounts won’t be able to livestream or unblur images containing suspected nudity except with a parent’s permission. “We’re adding new restrictions for Instagram Live and unwanted images
Instagram restricts livestream, DM access for teen accounts
Instagram has introduced additional built-in protections for teen accounts, blocking teenagers under 16 from certain access without parental approval.
In a statement on Tuesday, Meta said the affected accounts won’t be able to livestream or unblur images containing suspected nudity except with a parent’s permission.
“We’re adding new restrictions for Instagram Live and unwanted images in DMs,” it reads. “We’ll make these updates available in the next couple of months.”
Meta explained that it took the measures due to parents’ anxiety about strangers contacting their teens or teens receiving unwanted contact.
The teen account program for Instagram was launched in September to allow parents to supervise their children’s online activity following concerns about young people’s safety.
However, Meta is also making teen accounts available on Facebook and Messenger, offering similar protections to limit inappropriate content and unwanted contact.
The accounts will first roll out in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and Canada, before going out to users in other parts of the world.
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NSCDC deploys gun truck to Abuja correctional facility, pledges 24-7 surveillance
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Capital Territory Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with the Nigeria Correctional Service to ensure the safety and security of the nation’s capital. NSCDC also said it has deployed of gun truck at correctional facilities as a demonstration of the Corps’ ongoing support and
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Capital Territory Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with the Nigeria Correctional Service to ensure the safety and security of the nation’s capital. NSCDC also said it has deployed of gun truck at correctional facilities as a demonstration of the Corps’ ongoing support and
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UN rejects new Israeli plan to control Gaza aid
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday rejected a new Israeli proposal to control aid deliveries in Gaza. Guterres said the new proposal risks further controlling and callously limiting aid “down to the last calorie and grain of flour.” “Let me be clear: We will not participate in any arrangement that does not fully respect
UN rejects new Israeli plan to control Gaza aid
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday rejected a new Israeli proposal to control aid deliveries in Gaza.
Guterres said the new proposal risks further controlling and callously limiting aid “down to the last calorie and grain of flour.”
“Let me be clear: We will not participate in any arrangement that does not fully respect humanitarian principles — humanity, impartiality, independence, and neutrality,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that no aid has been delivered to the Palestinian enclave of some 2.1 million people since March 2.
Recall that Israel has said it would not allow the entry of all goods and supplies into Gaza until Palestinian militant group Hamas releases all remaining hostages.
The Israeli military agency that coordinates aid, COGAT, last week met with UN agencies and international aid groups and said it had proposed a structured monitoring and aid entry mechanism for Gaza.
“The mechanism is designed to support aid organizations, enhance oversight and accountability, and ensure that assistance reaches the civilian population in need, rather than being diverted and stolen by Hamas,” COGAT posted on X on Sunday.
The senior UN aid official for Gaza and the West Bank, Jonathan Whittall, said last week that there was no evidence of aid being diverted.
Israel last month resumed its bombardment of Gaza after a two-month truce and sent troops back into the enclave.
“Gaza is a killing field – and civilians are in an endless death loop. With crossing points into Gaza shut and aid blockaded, security is in shambles and our capacity to deliver has been strangled.
“As the occupying power, Israel has unequivocal obligations under international law — including international humanitarian law and international human rights law,” Guterres said.
UN rejects new Israeli plan to control Gaza aid
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DSTv, Starlink, others pay ‘peanuts’ to operate in Nigeria – Minister
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, on Tuesday, said the Federal Government has been exploring measures to curb the growing exploitation of satellite technologies, lamenting that Starlink, DSTV, and a few other service providers pay ‘peanuts’ to operate in Nigeria. According to him, some foreign investors have been known to find a
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The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, on Tuesday, said the Federal Government has been exploring measures to curb the growing exploitation of satellite technologies, lamenting that Starlink, DSTV, and a few other service providers pay ‘peanuts’ to operate in Nigeria. According to him, some foreign investors have been known to find a
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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: 700 buildings to be demolished, instead of 1,500 – FG
The Federal Government has slated 700 properties for demolition to pave the way for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. This was revealed by the Lagos State Controller of Works, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Sunday. Kesha noted that the figure represents a substantial reduction from earlier projections. “Instead of having to
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The Federal Government has slated 700 properties for demolition to pave the way for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. This was revealed by the Lagos State Controller of Works, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Sunday. Kesha noted that the figure represents a substantial reduction from earlier projections. “Instead of having to
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NSA, defence minister receive Kukah’s brother, 59 others rescued from bandits
The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar, on Tuesday received 60 rescued kidnap victims, including Ishaya Kuka, brother to the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Fr. Matthew Kukah. Also among those rescued was the Deputy Director of the National Assembly Commission, Adesanya Michael, who was abducted from his
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The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar, on Tuesday received 60 rescued kidnap victims, including Ishaya Kuka, brother to the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Fr. Matthew Kukah. Also among those rescued was the Deputy Director of the National Assembly Commission, Adesanya Michael, who was abducted from his
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Seadogs, clinic tackle mental health problems in Anambra
Two Decks of the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity), Honduras Deck and Blizzard Deck, in partnership with Nedal Psychological Clinic, Awka, have hosted a five-day medical mission to tackle the rise of mental health problems in Anambra, as part of activities to mark the 2025 World Mental Health Day. The event which commenced on
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Two Decks of the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity), Honduras Deck and Blizzard Deck, in partnership with Nedal Psychological Clinic, Awka, have hosted a five-day medical mission to tackle the rise of mental health problems in Anambra, as part of activities to mark the 2025 World Mental Health Day. The event which commenced on
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Kebbi governor condemns FUBK student abduction, orders security action
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has condemned the abduction of Augustine Madubiya, a 400-level student of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK), who was kidnapped by unidentified gunmen in the early hours of Tuesday. The incident, which occurred at Istijaba Villa—an off-campus hostel in Unguwar Jeji, Kalgo Local Government Area—also resulted in the tragic
Kebbi governor condemns FUBK student abduction, orders security action
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has condemned the abduction of Augustine Madubiya, a 400-level student of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK), who was kidnapped by unidentified gunmen in the early hours of Tuesday.
The incident, which occurred at Istijaba Villa—an off-campus hostel in Unguwar Jeji, Kalgo Local Government Area—also resulted in the tragic death of a local resident, Malam Siddi Hussaini, who was shot while attempting to rescue the student.
In a statement released by Abdulrahman Zagga, Director of Security at the Cabinet Office, the state government said it had taken swift and proactive steps to secure the student’s release.
Governor Idris has directed the Police and the Department of State Services (DSS) to collaborate closely with university authorities to ensure the safe return of the abducted student.
The governor extended his condolences to the family of the deceased, the Unguwar Jeji community, and the FUBK community.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the safety and security of all students in the state.
Zagga further clarified that the incident occurred outside the university campus, at a privately owned hostel.
Kebbi governor condemns FUBK student abduction, orders security action
