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Awujale Stool: Governor Abiodun Denies Imposition Claims

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has clarified circulating reports suggesting a confrontation between him and the Council of Afobajes regarding the Awujale selection. According to official sources, these claims are completely false and misleading. Media aide to the Governor, Kayode Akinmade in a statement on Wednesday, claimed Abiodun held a respectful consultative meeting with the Council of Afobajes, consistent with meetings he held in the past with the Olori Ebis that were hitherto polarised which fostered their harmonisation and, through such earlier engagements, he also persuaded one of the kingmakers to withdraw a filed litigation. The statement read; “The discussions he had focused on matters of mutual concern in the interest of the progress in traditional affairs within Ijebuland. “Contrary to the rumours, Governor Abiodun did not issue threats, ultimatums. Statements attributed to him, including ‘No Kuye, No Awujale’, are entirely fabricated and bear no relation to the Governor or his administration. No Afobaje will attest to such an occurrence, as it never happened. This is once again the fabrication of falsehoods by mischief makers. “The governor remains committed to upholding due process, respecting the autonomy of traditional institutions, and ensuring a fair process in the selection of a new Awujale for Ijebu. His administration continues to prioritize dialogue, harmony, and the preservation of cultural values. “We all know how highly the Governor holds the throne of Awujale which he has consistently demonstrated. “Members of the public, traditional stakeholders, and the media are urged to disregard these unfounded insinuations and rely solely on verified information from official sources.”

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Federal Government Allows Polytechnics To Award Degrees, Ending HND Gap

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The Federal Government has announced a major change for polytechnics in Nigeria, giving them the power to award university-style degrees. This move is aimed at ending the long-standing distinction between Higher National Diploma (HND) holders and university graduates. Education Minister, Dr. Tunji Alausa, unveiled the plan on Wednesday during a meeting in Abuja with polytechnic leaders, education commissioners, and other stakeholders. He described the change as historic, saying it would stop years of unfair treatment of polytechnic graduates and position polytechnics as top centres for higher education. Dr. Alausa explained that while polytechnics will now award degrees, they will continue to focus on practical, hands-on training that prepares students for real-world jobs. The policy is part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which focuses on creating jobs, expanding industries, and building skilled workers for Nigeria’s future. With this change, polytechnics are expected to work more closely with industries, access better funding, and gain public trust. The government promises that the transition will follow clear rules and quality checks to ensure Nigerian polytechnic degrees meet high standards. The minister also encouraged polytechnic leaders to promote innovation through entrepreneurship hubs, research centres, and partnerships with industries. He highlighted areas such as renewable energy, agriculture technology, digital manufacturing, and climate solutions as key fields for students to focus on. This reform is seen as a major step toward giving polytechnic graduates the same opportunities and recognition as university graduates, while strengthening Nigeria’s workforce and economy.

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FCT Police Arraign 11 Over Killing Of Arise News Journalist In Abuja Robbery

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arraigned 11 suspects in connection with the killing of Arise News journalist, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami, during a violent robbery at Unique Apartments, Katampe Extension, Abuja, on September 29, 2025. The suspects face a nine-count charge including criminal conspiracy, armed robbery, and murder. The attack reportedly occurred around 3:30 a.m., when armed assailants allegedly moved from flat to flat, robbing residents of their valuables. FCT Police Commissioner Ajao Adewale said officers responded promptly after receiving a distress call from the area. “Policemen moved to the scene and found her lying unconscious. She was immediately taken to Maitama General Hospital, where doctors tried to resuscitate her using CPR, but sadly, she could not make it,” Adewale stated. Investigations revealed that Maduagwu had jumped from the third floor in a desperate attempt to escape the attackers. Danlami, who was on duty as a security guard, was shot during the incident, allegedly by one of the suspects, Shamsudeen Hassan. Police recovered several items during the operation, including a locally fabricated AK-47 rifle, a pump-action gun, a pistol, 36 rounds of live ammunition, two cartridges, knives, a cutlass, four mobile phones belonging to the victims, and nine torchlights. Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh said the suspects, all natives of Kaduna and Katsina states, were arrested through coordinated operations in the FCT, Nasarawa, and Kaduna states by a Special Investigation Team from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). She added that digital reconstructive intelligence was used to track the gang, which was also linked to previous robberies in Katampe 1, Apo, and Zuba. “Preliminary investigations indicated the gang obtained their firearms from an as-yet-unidentified supplier in the Niger Republic,” Adeh said, noting that the arms dealer operates across the Nigeria–Niger border. The suspects arraigned include Shamsu Hassan, Sani Sirajo, Hassan Isah, Abubakar Alkamu, Abdulsalam Saleh, Suleiman Badamasi, Zaharadeen Mohammed, Musa Umar (aka ‘Small’), Mashkur Jamil, Suleiman Sani, and Abubakar Usman. Police noted that additional suspects — Sumayya Mohammed (aka ‘Baby’), Isah Abdulrahman (aka ‘Abbati’), and Musa Adamu (aka ‘Musa Hassan’) — are still being investigated, and more arrests may follow. The case has been adjourned to February 2026 for further proceedings. The FCT Police Command urged residents to remain vigilant, report suspicious movements through emergency lines, and assured the public of its commitment to justice and safety.

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Kwara Governor Orders Rector To Step Aside, Sets Up Panel To Probe Polytechnic Protest

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Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has ordered an investigation into the recent student protest at Kwara State Polytechnic and asked the institution’s Rector, Abdul Jimoh Mohamed, to vacate his position temporarily while the probe is ongoing. The governor approved the setting up of a three-man investigative committee on Wednesday to look into the circumstances that led to the unrest on the polytechnic’s main campus and the breakdown of law and order that followed. The panel is chaired by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Senior Ibrahim Sulyman. Other members are the Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Nafisat Buge, and the Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare, Dr Mrs Mercy Olufunke Shittu. In a statement released in Ilorin by the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu, the committee has been given a two-week window to carry out its assignment and submit its findings to the governor. The committee is expected to investigate both the remote and immediate causes of the protest, assess how the situation was managed, and propose measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. It is also mandated to make broader recommendations that would aid the development and stability of the institution. “The governor has meanwhile directed the Rector of the Polytechnic, Engr. Dr Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, to immediately step aside from his role until further notice, while the most senior Deputy Rector acts in his place in the interim. “The committee will engage with all relevant stakeholders in the course of its assignment,” the commissioner added.

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Senegal Revokes Arthur Eze’s Atlas Oranto Offshore Licence After Nearly 20 Years of Inactivity

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Senegal has revoked the offshore exploration licence held by Atlas Oranto Petroleum, the oil and gas company founded by Nigerian energy entrepreneur Arthur Eze, in a move reflecting a stricter regulatory approach toward underperforming petroleum assets. The Cayar Offshore Shallow licence, awarded in 2008, was withdrawn after Atlas Oranto failed to provide the required bank guarantees and carried out minimal exploration work, despite multiple deadline extensions. The block spans about 3,600 square kilometres north of the Dakar peninsula and is considered promising for oil but remains largely unexplored. Energy and Petroleum Minister Birame Souleye Diop confirmed the formal revocation in September 2025, citing the company’s repeated failure to meet its financial and contractual obligations. Industry sources noted that there was little meaningful seismic activity or drilling throughout the licence period, with no wells drilled despite promising leads from earlier surveys. Senegal’s action is part of a broader effort under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration to ensure petroleum licences lead to tangible investment, exploration, and production, rather than being held for speculative purposes. Officials described the revocation as a measure to enforce compliance and strengthen oversight of licence holders. The move has drawn attention to Atlas Oranto’s wider regional operations. In Liberia, the company signed four offshore production-sharing contracts in 2025 for blocks LB-15, LB-16, LB-22, and LB-24, including signature bonuses of $12–15 million per block and proposed investments exceeding $200 million each. The agreements were intended to revive Liberia’s largely inactive petroleum sector but faced criticism from lawmakers and civil society groups over transparency, financial capacity, and environmental concerns. Senegalese authorities maintained that Atlas Oranto’s nearly 20-year failure to provide bank guarantees or advance exploration activity justified the licence revocation, signalling a governance approach focused on accountability, performance, and the proper management of petroleum resources.

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Awujale Stool: DSS Summons Shortlisted Candidates as Succession Tension Escalate in Ogun

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has summoned all nominees vying for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland. The January 20 invitation, issued through a letter from the secretary of the Awujale Afobaje Council, directed the heads of the Fusengbuwa ruling house—including Lateef Owoyemi, Dokun Ajidagba, and Fassy Yusuf—to ensure that all candidates report to the DSS office along NTA Road, beside the state psychiatric hospital off Igbeba Road in Ijebu-Ode. In a separate notice, the kingmakers announced the cancellation of the scheduled meet-and-greet event, instructing nominees to follow the DSS directives instead. This development comes amid rising tension surrounding the selection of the next Awujale, following earlier government intervention. The Ogun State government had previously suspended the process due to petitions, procedural concerns, and security reports, citing the need to preserve peace, order, and the integrity of the stool. The DSS action adds another layer of scrutiny to the succession process, highlighting the prominence of the Awujale throne as one of Yorubaland’s most significant traditional institutions.

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Suicide Bomber Strikes Military Convoy in Borno, Killing Five Soldiers

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A suicide bomber struck a military convoy in the Timbuktu triangle area of Borno State, killing five soldiers and injuring an unspecified number of others, security sources confirmed. Two senior officers—a major and a lieutenant—were among those affected in the attack. The troops had been returning from a clearance operation that successfully dismantled several insurgent camps and neutralized multiple militants. A soldier on the scene said, “The attack caused significant damage to military equipment used in weeks-long operations.” An officer who spoke on condition of anonymity added, “Every operation comes with setbacks, but we overcame it. Unfortunately, we lost five soldiers in this incident. Manga is hale and hearty, and the operation continues. Armoured and logistics vehicles were destroyed when the van loaded with explosives rammed the convoy on Tuesday.” The bodies of the fallen soldiers have been transported to Maiduguri, while the injured are receiving medical attention. The Timbuktu triangle has previously been the site of deadly attacks, including the ambush and execution of Brigadier General Musa Uba. On Monday, troops of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, reported clearing multiple terrorist camps and foiling drone attacks in the area.

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16th Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II Spotted Attending Law Classes at Northwest University

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The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has been spotted attending classes at Northwest University, Kano, where he is pursuing a degree in Law. Photos from the university show the former Emir seated among fellow students, dressed modestly in black and white, blending seamlessly into the classroom environment. Sanusi was recently admitted into the university’s 200-level Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme, which combines studies in both Common Law and Shariah. His admission letter confirmed that he met all the university’s requirements for special consideration. The Emir’s decision to study law has received widespread praise, with many lauding his dedication to lifelong learning and personal development.

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