The management of Kwara State University has said that one Ayeyemi Sulaiman who was allegedly killed by the police in the Tanke area of Ilorin, the state capital, last week Tuesday was an ex-student.....Read Full Article>>

KWASU, in a statement signed by the acting Director, University Relations, Dr Saeedat Aliyu, on Tuesday said that Sulaiman was no longer its student as of the time of the incident.

Saedat said, “The management of Kwara State University is compelled to address statements in the media that claimed that the victim of a killing in the Tanke area, Ilorin, is a student of the institution.

“Records in the university show that Aiyeyemi Sulaimon Olayinka had voluntarily withdrawn from the Department of Statistics of the institution since the 2018/2019 session when he was in the 200 level.

“The management of Kwara State University strongly sympathises with the family of the deceased and prays that God gives the family the fortitude to bear the loss.”

Recall that the Kwara State Police command confirmed the alleged killing of a 27-year-old student saying that the police were already aware and had taken action on it.

A statement signed by the spokesperson for the command, DSP Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, confirmed the killing of the student.

“The Kwara State Police Command is aware of this unfortunate incident which led to the sudden death of Suleiman Olayinka (M) 27yrs.

“A complaint of cheating and criminal breach of trust was reported against the deceased. Police detectives were immediately detailed to investigate the case.

Ejire-Adeyemi said that some Policemen had been arrested and detained for the alleged killing and had been put on orderly room trial at the Police Headquarters.

“Meanwhile the officers involved in the incident have been identified, arrested and detained for further investigations as regards the death of the suspect,” Ejire-Adeyemi said.

Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress in the 2023 election, has shared a compelling account of his encounter with the late Chief MKO Abiola, the acclaimed winner of the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election.....Read Full Article>>

Sowore, who was only 21 at the time, recalled how, as the leader of the University of Lagos Student Union, he led a delegation to meet Abiola shortly after General Ibrahim Babangida annulled the election.

Sowore shared this story during his appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast, released by Glitch Africa Studios to YouTube on Monday evening.

In what was both their first and only meeting, Abiola offered Sowore N800,000, a gift that Sowore claimed to have declined.

This memorable encounter left a lasting impact, as it would be the only time Sowore would meet the man many believed to be Nigeria’s rightful president.

“We started protesting immediately, but while the protest was going on, we were concerned about whether Abiola was strong enough to fight the battle we were ready for—the battle of our lives.

“This was the year I was supposed to graduate from university,” Sowore explained.

“So one day, we drove directly to his house in the Student Union bus and walked into his parlour. We asked to see him, breaking all the protocols.

“When we arrived, he asked, ‘Who are these people?’ and I stepped forward. He recognised me and said, ‘Ah, student union leader, I know you. Good job!” he said.

Sowore continued, recalling how the first thing he said to Abiola was whether he was prepared for the upcoming battle. He also mentioned how, upon their arrival, there were politicians present—some of whom Sowore claims were only interested in Abiola’s money.

He stated that he immediately told Abiola that these politicians did not believe in his mandate and would eventually abandon him.

“I said to him, ‘Are you ready for this battle? Are you ready to die for Nigerians?’ and he said yes. Then, as we walked into the room, we saw politicians clinging to their bags because they were there to collect money. Abiola had a large duffel bag of cash beside him. I told him that these people didn’t believe in his mandate and would betray him.”

Sowore continued, “Abiola then reached for his duffel bag and started counting N800,000. He placed it on our side and said, ‘Student union leaders — this is for your transportation.’”

However, Sowore rejected the money, explaining that he couldn’t have come from UNILAG to Abiola’s house for N800,000 in 1993.

“I told him, ‘Chief, forget the transportation; how can N800,000 cover transport from UNILAG to here?’ We did not take the money, but he insisted. He had never given money to anyone before, but we rejected it.”

Sowore went on to say that the tension in the room was palpable, especially as some politicians were unhappy with his stance. “I was wearing slippers and my only Ankara outfit. When they saw my firm stance, Chief Anthony Enahoro, who was also there, supported me.”

He described how, in an attempt to resolve the tension, Abiola escorted them out. Outside, John Momoh, now the owner of Channels Television, and his cameraman were waiting to interview Abiola. “That’s when the famous photo was taken,” Sowore said.

Sowore added that he only became aware of the existence of this photo in 2018. “I didn’t know the footage existed until 2018.

“A photographer, Tunji Oyelero, who worked at Vanguard, had taken the photo but never gave it to me. He passed away before I got it, and one day, someone sent it to me.”

Trump reminded Putin of Washington’s significant military presence in Europe, according to sources familiar with the matter who wished to remain anonymous due to the sensitivity of the topic.....Read Full Article>>

President-elect Donald Trump had a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, where he issued a stern warning not to escalate the war in Ukraine.

This call, made from Trump’s resort in Florida, marked their first conversation since Trump won the presidency, according to a report by Washington post.

Trump reminded Putin of Washington’s significant military presence in Europe, according to sources familiar with the matter who wished to remain anonymous due to the sensitivity of the topic.

Trump’s relationship with Putin has been under scrutiny, particularly given the ongoing investigation into potential ties between Russia and Trump’s 2016 campaign.

Trump has previously praised Putin, calling him “pretty smart” for invading Ukraine, and has also commended Russia’s military record in historical conflicts.

Trump and Vladimir Putin recently discussed achieving peace in Europe, with Trump expressing interest in follow-up conversations to resolve the Ukraine conflict soon.

This aligns with Trump’s presidential campaign promise to promptly end the war in Ukraine, although he hasn’t provided specific details on how he plans to accomplish this.

Notably, Trump has privately indicated support for a deal allowing Russia to maintain control over some captured territories, and he briefly mentioned the land issue during the call, according to people familiar with the matter.

Ukraine’s government was informed about the Putin call and didn’t object to it. Ukrainian officials were already aware that Trump planned to engage with Putin to find a diplomatic solution for Ukraine.

However, Trump’s initial calls with world leaders are deviating from standard procedure, as they’re not being conducted with the support of the State Department and U.S. government interpreters.

This unconventional approach might be linked to Trump’s distrust of career government officials, stemming from leaked transcripts of presidential calls during his first term. As a result, world leaders are directly contacting Trump, bypassing traditional channels.

“President Trump won a historic election decisively and leaders from around the world know America will return to prominence on the world stage. That is why leaders have begun the process of developing stronger relationships with the 45th and 47th President because he represents global peace and stability,” said Steven Cheung, Trump’s communications director, in an email.

A 76-year-old monk died on Monday after being attacked by a man shouting “I am Jesus Christ” in a monastery in southeastern Spain, the religious order said.....Read Full Article>>

Two others were injured in the rampage on Saturday morning on the Santo Espiritu del Monte monastery in the hills above Gilet, a village 30 kilometres (19 miles) north of Valencia.

The middle-aged man broke into the cloister while the brothers were having their breakfast and attacked three of them with a blunt object, the Franciscan order to which the monastery belongs said in a press release.

He was driven away by Brother Angel Ramon, who immediately alerted the authorities, the statement added.

One of the wounded was admitted to hospital “in a critical condition” and succumbed to his injuries on Monday afternoon, a religious official told AFP, expressing deep “sadness”.

Brother Ramon told the daily El Pais newspaper that the attacker appeared to have gone mad at the time of the assault.

“He cried out ‘I’m going to kill the brothers, I am Jesus Christ’,” the monk said.

The assailant then seized several objects including sticks and a bottle to beat the brothers, Ramon added.

In a statement, the Gilet town hall said that the assailant had been arrested after initially fleeing into the mountains surrounding the monastery.

According to Spanish media, the attacker was a 46-year-old Spaniard with psychiatric problems and a drug addiction. He is due to be brought before an examining magistrate on Tuesday.

278 convicts still missing 2 months after Borno jailbreak – NCS....Read Full Article>>

The Nigeria Correctional Service, NCS, has said that 278 convicts are still unaccounted for after the Borno jailbreak which occurred on September 10.

DAILY POST recalls that some convicts held at the NCS facility in Maiduguri were said to have escaped following a flood incident in the city

The NCS had then reported that 281 inmates fled for their safety after the walls of the facility were brought down by the flood.

After the jailbreak, the state police command confirmed the arrest of three escapees – Auwalu Aminu, Abubakar Mohammed and Kyari Kur.

Subsequently, the police also recaptured seven inmates that had escaped.

However, speaking on the re-arresting escapees, the Borno State Police spokesperson Nahum Daso said an intensive search operation was ongoing for the escapees.

“Efforts are still ongoing to arrest the other fleeing suspects, and we will ensure that we will keep on highlighting to the public our breakthroughs and achievements.

“Not less than four suspects have been re-arrested so far and handed over to the correctional service,” he confirmed.

Peter Obi donates N60m to Peter varsity, School of Nursing in Anambra....Read Full Article>>

The former governor of Anambra State and the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has extended his generous donations to educational institutions across the country, with a donation of N60 million to Peter University and School of Nursing in Anambra State.

While N50 million is for Peter University, N10 million is for the School of Nursing, Adazi-Nnukwu. Obi said the gesture underscores his ongoing commitment to strengthening educational institutions in society.

Speaking during the presentation of the cheques, Obi acknowledged the transformative power of quality education as a pillar of national development.

He urged students to pursue academic excellence, emphasizing that an investment in education is an investment in the future.

According to him, education is the “most impactful tool for societal progress,” and encouraged the students to see themselves as future leaders capable of driving positive change.

At the College of Nursing Sciences, Adazi-Nnukwu, Obi reiterated his dedication to supporting institutions that nurture skill, professionalism, and character.

Addressing the trend of skilled nurses emigrating for better opportunities, he advised those who choose to do so to return once the country is reformed, adding that he and like-minded individuals are committed to achieving this vision, as they would ultimately use their talents to contribute to Nigeria’s progress.

Also speaking, the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Reverend Paulinus Ezeokafor, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Obi for his steadfast commitment to education.

He recalled the former governor’s pivotal role in transforming education in the state, notably through the return of schools to the Church – a move that revitalized both infrastructure and academic standards.

He also highlighted Obi’s contributions to the university, particularly his sponsorship of the entrepreneurship centre, which aims to equip students with practical skills for self-reliance and innovation.