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Oyo Government Denies Reports Of Teacher Beaten To Death By Students In Ogbomoso

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The Oyo State Ministry of Education and the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) have dismissed reports alleging that a teacher in Ogbomoso was beaten to death by students, describing the viral story as false and grossly misleading. Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Olusegun Olayiwola; Oyo NUT Chairman, Comrade Raji Oladimeji; and the Principal of Soun High School, Ogbomoso, Mr. Ajayi Adeyinka, addressed the matter on Monday, clarifying what truly transpired. According to them, the late teacher, Mr. Adegoke Abiodun, was not assaulted by students as claimed online. They explained that the only incident involving him and some students occurred on May 28, 2025, when he caught four students gambling on school premises. Olayiwola said findings from the Ministry’s investigation revealed that while trying to discipline one of the students, Mr. Adegoke accidentally dislocated his arm. He later sought treatment from a local bone therapist and a private hospital, where doctors eventually diagnosed him with stage 4 bone marrow cancer. He passed away on November 4, 2025. The commissioner cautioned journalists and residents against spreading unverified reports, stressing the importance of fact-checking before publication. The state government and the education community in Oyo expressed condolences to the late teacher’s family, praying for his peaceful rest while urging the public to disregard the misleading narrative circulating online.

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Last Surviving Wife Of Former President Shehu Shagari, Hajiya Sutura, Dies At 89

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Hajiya Sutura Shehu-Shagari, the last surviving wife of Nigeria’s former President, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, has died at the age of 89. In an official statement issued on Monday, Capt. Muhammad Bala Shagari (retd.), head of the Shagari family, confirmed that Hajiya Sutura passed away around 3 p.m. after battling a prolonged illness. “She was an embodiment of grace, humility, and quiet strength — a devoted mother, grandmother, and matriarch who lived a life defined by dignity and compassion,” the family said. The Shagari family expressed deep sorrow over her death, describing it as a great loss to everyone who knew her. They noted that further details regarding her burial arrangements would be made public in due course. “May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace,” the statement added.

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Tinubu Reportedly Sends Delegation to UK Over Ike Ekweremadu’s Detention

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President Bola Tinubu has reportedly dispatched a high-level delegation to the United Kingdom to engage officials of the UK Ministry of Justice regarding the case of Nigeria’s former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, who remains in custody over an organ-harvesting conviction. According to a post by Ayekooto Akindele, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on his Facebook page, the delegation includes the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi (SAN). The officials were received at the Nigerian High Commission in London by Ambassador Mohammed Maidugu, the Acting High Commissioner to the UK, before proceeding to their meeting with the British Ministry of Justice. Ekweremadu has been in detention in the UK since March 2023, after he and his wife, Beatrice, were arrested by the London Metropolitan Police for allegedly trafficking a young Nigerian man, David Nwanini, for the purpose of harvesting his kidney.

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Trump Threatens $1.5 Billion Lawsuit Against BBC Over Edited Capitol Speech

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US President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against the BBC over its editing of a 2021 speech delivered on the day his supporters stormed the Capitol. The broadcaster admitted the edit was an “error of judgement.” Trump’s lawyers have demanded that the BBC retract its Panorama documentary by 14 November or face a lawsuit seeking at least US$1 billion ($1.5 billion). The program combined two separate excerpts of Trump’s speech in a way that suggested he was encouraging the January 6 riot, which the legal team called “false and defamatory.” The controversy has triggered a major shake-up at the BBC, with Director-General Tim Davie and Chief Executive of News Deborah Turness resigning on Sunday. BBC Chair Samir Shah apologised for the editing mistake but rejected claims that the broadcaster suffers from systemic bias. He said the BBC is considering how to respond to Trump’s legal threat. The crisis followed the leak of an internal report that criticised the BBC’s coverage, including the Trump speech, which aired shortly before the November 2024 US presidential election. The report also raised concerns about the broadcaster’s reporting on the Israel-Gaza conflict and transgender issues. Shah acknowledged that the edit created the impression of a direct call for violence, saying in a letter to politicians: “The BBC would like to apologise for that error of judgement.” Trump’s legal team maintains that the BBC violated Florida defamation law by deliberately omitting facts and presenting clips in a misleading manner. Although it is generally difficult for public figures to win defamation cases in the US, as they must prove that false information was knowingly published, Trump has recently settled similar lawsuits with media companies including CBS and ABC News. Shah insisted that while the BBC accepts criticism over the edit, it did not attempt to suppress allegations of bias or ignore internal concerns, calling claims of systemic bias “wrong.” Davie will remain in his role for the coming months while a successor is appointed.

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NAHCON Cuts 2026 Hajj Fares, Sets December 5 Payment Deadline

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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has reduced the 2026 Hajj fares, offering Nigerian pilgrims notable savings compared to last year. Pilgrims from Borno and Adamawa zones will now pay ₦7,579,020.96, down from ₦8,327,125.59 in 2025, a decrease of ₦748,104.63. The Northern Zone fare is ₦7,696,769.76, down ₦760,915.83 from ₦8,457,685.59, while the Southern Zone fare has dropped to ₦7,991,141.76 from ₦8,784,085.59, a reduction of ₦792,943.83. NAHCON said the adjustments are meant to make the pilgrimage more affordable for Nigerian Muslims. The commission also set December 5, 2025, as the final date for pilgrims to complete payments, urging compliance to ensure smooth processing. The fare revision follows directives from President Bola Tinubu, conveyed through his Deputy Chief of Staff, Sen. Ibrahim Hadeija, instructing NAHCON to lower the 2026 Hajj costs. The agency had first announced the approved fares in September 2025. For more details, NAHCON advised the public to visit its official website at www.nahcon.gov.ng.

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EFCC Declares Timipre Sylva Wanted Over Alleged $14.8 Million Fraud

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and ex-Governor of Bayelsa State, Timipre Sylva, wanted over allegations of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14.8 million. According to a statement issued by the EFCC’s spokesman, Dele Oyewale, Sylva is wanted in connection with funds reportedly injected by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) into Atlantic International Refinery and Petrochemical Limited for the construction of a refinery. The anti-graft agency said the public should note that a warrant for Sylva’s arrest was issued by the Lagos State High Court on November 6, 2025. “The public is hereby notified that Timipre Sylva, former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and former Governor of Bayelsa State, is wanted by the EFCC in an alleged case of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257. Sylva, 61, hails from Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State,” the notice read. The EFCC appealed to the public for useful information that could lead to his arrest, urging anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts to report to any of its zonal offices nationwide, the nearest police station, or contact the agency through 08093322644 or info@efcc.gov.ng.

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Ugandan President Confirms Kenyan Activists Detained for Five Weeks Before Release

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For the first time since their disappearance, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has acknowledged that two Kenyan activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were detained by Ugandan security operatives for over five weeks. The activists went missing last month after attending a political event in Uganda, where they expressed support for opposition leader Bobi Wine. Eyewitnesses reported that masked men in uniform forced them into a vehicle shortly after the gathering, sparking regional outrage. In a live interview on Saturday, Museveni described the pair as “experts in riots” and said they had been put “in the fridge for some days.” He accused foreign actors of stirring unrest in East Africa and warned that those involved in such activities in Uganda would “end up badly.” Museveni revealed that the activists were released following calls from unnamed Kenyan leaders requesting their freedom. Upon their return to Kenya, Njagi and Oyoo were warmly received by supporters at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. “Thirty-eight days of abduction was not easy. We didn’t think we would come out alive because we were being abducted by the military,” Njagi said. Kenya’s Foreign Minister, Musalia Mudavadi, confirmed that their release resulted from sustained diplomatic engagement between the two countries. Human rights groups, including Vocal Africa, the Law Society of Kenya, and Amnesty International, welcomed the release, calling it a step toward protecting the rights of East Africans across the region. Bobi Wine criticized the Ugandan authorities, questioning why the activists were not formally charged if they had committed any offense. The case has raised concerns about a growing trend of cross-border abductions and political detentions in East Africa.

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Oyo Teacher Killed by Students After Confronting Them Over Gambling

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A horrifying incident unfolded at Soun High School in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, where a teacher, Mr. Fatai Adegoke, was reportedly attacked and killed by his students while trying to stop them from gambling during school hours. According to eyewitnesses, the confrontation began when Mr. Adegoke caught a group of students gambling inside a classroom. The situation quickly escalated as the students allegedly turned violent, assaulting the teacher and causing severe injuries, including broken limbs. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but sadly died from his injuries. A statement from a group of concerned educators described Mr. Adegoke as “a dedicated and disciplined professional whose life was cut short in the line of duty.” “This tragic and avoidable death is not only an assault on Mr. Adegoke but also an attack on the entire teaching profession,” the statement read. The educators urged the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), and law enforcement authorities to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice. They also called on the parents of the students involved to take responsibility for failing to instill discipline in their children. Highlighting the incident as a reflection of growing moral decay in schools and homes, the group stressed the urgent need for stricter disciplinary policies, moral education, and stronger safety measures for teachers across public schools. Attempts to get official confirmation from the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.

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