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Court orders remand of Lagos school owner, two children over 10-year-old flogging

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July 5, 2024

Court orders remand of Lagos school owner, two children over 10-year-old flogging

Chief Magistrate Bolanle Osunsanmi of the Ogba Magistrate Court has remanded the Proprietress of Cradle of Wisdom School, Mrs Clifford Ikpinkpini and her two children to be remanded in the Kirikiri Correctional Centre over alleged torture and inhuman treatment of a 10-year-old pupil of the school.

The magistrate ordered the remand of the trio pending the perfection of their bail after their arraignment before the court.

The proprietress and her two children, Okeisoprugwe Ikpinkpini, 34, and Okorie Ikpinkpini, 37, were arraigned by the police on four counts bordering on subjecting a pupil to inhuman treatment, torturing and abstraction of justice.

The police prosecutor, Supol Raji Akeem, told the court that the defendants and others at large had between June 27 and 28, 2024, committed the alleged offence.

He said that the incident occurred at about 8 am at the Cradle of Wisdom School, Igando.

Akeem said the defendants flogged the 10-year-old boy with a cane and inflicted injuries on his back, left hand and waist.

They were also accused of allegedly infringing on the right to dignity of the minor by subjecting him to torture, inhuman or degrading treatment.

Akeem told the court that when the incident was reported at the station, the defendants conducted themselves in a manner likely to cause breach of peace, by refusing to accept police invitation to appear in the station.

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The prosecutor said the trio obstructed one Inspector Yemi Amao attached to the Igando Police Station from performing her lawful duty.

According to the prosecutor, the offences committed contravened Sections 173, 172, 117 and 168(d), 10 (1) (b) of the Child Rights Law of Lagos State of Nigeria 2015.

However, the defendants pleaded not guilty to the charge preferred against them.

Following their not-guilty plea, Osunsanmi admitted them to bail of N200,000 with two sureties in like sum each.

It was gathered that the 10-year-old pupil allegedly got to school late. And that he had explained to the defendants that it was difficult for him to get a motorcycle to take him to school.

He added that he had to trek a long distance before he was able to get one.

It was also gathered that the defendants allegedly flogged the victim which resulted in a swollen waist, hand and back.

Meanwhile, drama ensued in the court when the defendants refused to give details of their address and declined to put down their statements.

The IPO, Yemi Amoo, had to show the video evidence of how they acted towards the police to the Chief Magistrate who condemned the proprietress and her children’s action in the open court.

Osunsanmi bluntly told the trio that since they were not ready to give their information, she would remand them until they were ready to inform her and she would give order to bring them back to court.

She said, “This should be a signal warning to the yet-to-be-identified child abusers across Lagos State and Nigeria because this is just the beginning of total cleansing of the toxic system.

“This should send a signal to yet-to-be-identified child abusers in both public and private schools that the Lagos State Government has zero tolerance for child abuse.”

She adjourned the matter to August 29, 2024, for mention.

Court orders remand of Lagos school owner, two children over 10-year-old flogging

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Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists have killed at least four police officers and a local hunter in coordinated attacks on security posts in Borno State, underscoring the persistent threat of insurgency in the region.

The attacks occurred in the early hours of Saturday, April 4, 2026, targeting the Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters and a Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF)/Hunters duty post at the Malam Fatori IDP Camp in Damasak, Mobbar Local Government Area.

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Despite the successful defense, four police personnel “paid the supreme price”, while a section of the police station was damaged, and an unserviceable Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) was partially burnt.

Almost two hours later, at around 2:40 a.m., insurgents attacked the CJTF/hunters’ post at the entrance of the Malam Fatori IDP camp. One hunter, Atom Abua, 40, was killed, and about 20 thatched houses and properties were destroyed. Combined security teams prevented further loss of life and property.

Following the attacks, Commissioner of Police Naziru Abdulmajid deployed additional personnel and operational assets to the affected areas to strengthen security and prevent further incidents. He commended the bravery of officers and local defenders, extended condolences to the families of the deceased, and reassured the public of the command’s commitment to bringing the attackers to justice.

Security experts note that the attacks highlight the enduring insurgency threat in Borno State, where Boko Haram and ISWAP continue to target security installations and vulnerable communities despite ongoing counterterrorism operations. Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies.

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NDLEA Arrests Lagos Pastor, Wife With 11kg Skunk Cannabis

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Pastor Afolabi Hodonu and his wife, Mrs. Success Hodonu

NDLEA Arrests Lagos Pastor, Wife With 11kg Skunk Cannabis

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a Lagos-based pastor and his wife after discovering 11 kilogrammes of skunk cannabis concealed in specially modified compartments of their vehicle.

The suspects, Pastor Afolabi Hodonu, 45, in charge of the Celestial Church of Christ, Agonvi Sea Beach, Sakpo area of Seme border, Badagry, and his 35-year-old wife, Mrs. Success Hodonu, were apprehended on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the Gbaji checkpoint along the Seme border, Lagos.

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Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega, Wife of Former INEC Chairman, Dies in Abuja

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Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega, Wife of Former INEC Chairman, Dies in Abuja

Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega, wife of former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Attahiru Jega, has passed away in Abuja, officials confirmed on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

The news was announced by Bayero University Kano through its official social media channels.

“Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. With total submission to the will of Allah, we announce the passing of Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega,” the statement read, expressing sorrow and prayers for her family.

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According to the university, her Janazah (funeral) prayer is scheduled to take place immediately after Zuhr prayers at the National Mosque, Abuja, on Sunday, with burial proceedings to follow.

The institution prayed that Allah grant her Aljannatul Firdaus, forgive her shortcomings, and give strength to her grieving family.

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The university’s Director of Public Affairs, Lamara Garba, also confirmed the death, urging the public to offer prayers and support to the Jega family.

“Yes, it’s true. May the Almighty Allah forgive her shortcomings and grant her family patience to bear this loss,” he said.

Hajiya Hadiza was widely respected for her contributions to education, community service, and support for her family, especially in northern Nigeria.

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The passing of Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega marks a significant loss for both her family and the broader Nigerian academic and civic community, with funeral arrangements reflecting her standing and the high regard in which she was held.