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Court orders UNILAG to reinstate sacked lecturer

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5 months ago

July 20, 2025

Court orders UNILAG to reinstate sacked lecturer

The National Industrial Court has ordered the authorities of the University of Lagos to reinstate a former staff member of the institution, Mr. Bamisaye Olawale Olutola, whose employment was terminated on July 6, 2021 over sexual harassment allegation.

The lecturer had earlier approached the court asking it to declare that his appointment as Lecturer II had not been determined and was still subsisting.

He also requested the court to grant his request that, having worked for over four years with the University of Lagos, his employment was deemed confirmed, among others.

Delivering judgment, in Suit No. NICN/LA/441/ 2021, between Mr Bamisaye Olawale Olutola (Claimant) and University of Lagos (Defendant), in the National Industrial Court of Nigeria, in the Lagos Judicial Division, holden at Lagos, Hon Justice Ikechi Gerald Nweneka, said contrary to the claim of the University of Lagos, the Claimant’s appointment as Lecturer II still subsists.

The court also declared that the Claimant’s appointment is deemed confirmed.

The court equally declared that the Defendant cannot suspend the Claimant indefinitely without due process, ordering that the Claimant be reinstated to his position and employment without loss of seniority, promotion and emoluments.

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The Court further asked the authorities of the University of Lagos to “pay the Claimant his full salary and allowances from August 2021 until today, and shall continue to pay his salary thereafter.

“An order of perpetual injunction is made restraining the Defendant either by itself, its agent, privies, servants or any other person howsoever described from unlawfully tampering with Claimant’s employment.”

The Court also asked the Defendant to pay the Claimant N750,000.00 (seven hundred and fifty thousand naira) cost of this action.

Adding that “This judgement shall be implemented within 30 days from today, failing which, the monetary awards, as detailed in paragraphs (e)and (g) above, shall accrue interest at 10 % per annum from 15th August 2024 until the judgment sum is fully liquidated.”

While the court declined to grant the request of the Claimant seeking post-judgment interest of 20 % per annum, it pointed out that “This court is empowered by Order 47 Rule 7 of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2017, to post-judgment interest at a minimum rate of 10 % per annum as the claimant has not provided sufficient evidence to support a claim of 20 % interest per annum.”

The court also averred that the “Claimant is only entitled to the statutory minimum interest of 10 % per annum, which shall be payable from 15th August 2025. Therefore, the claim is granted.”

Court orders UNILAG to reinstate sacked lecturer

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Ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele Denies Allegations of Financing Terrorism

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10 hours ago

December 6, 2025

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Godwin Emefiele

Ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele Denies Allegations of Financing Terrorism

Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has strongly denied allegations linking him to terrorism financing in Nigeria, describing the claims as “mischievous and malicious.”

In a statement released on Saturday, December 6, 2025, Emefiele said the reports were “entirely fabricated, baseless, and a deliberate attempt to malign my name, mislead the public, and sow confusion for motives best known only to the publishers and their sponsors.”

He emphasized that the fight against terrorism is too important to be trivialized by irresponsible reporting, warning that Nigerians deserve accurate information rather than “reckless misinformation.”

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“Throughout my service to the nation and in my private life, at no time have I been involved in any activity remotely connected to terrorism, terrorist financing, or any action that threatens the peace and security of our nation,” Emefiele stated. He added that he has never been invited, questioned, or investigated regarding such allegations and has no connection to the individual cited in the media reports.

“There is no scintilla of truth in the allegation,” he said, urging the public to disregard the claims entirely and calling on media organizations to verify facts before publishing sensational stories.

Emefiele’s statement seeks to reaffirm his reputation and distances him from any activities undermining national security.

Ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele Denies Allegations of Financing Terrorism

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Shettima Inaugurates Multi-Million Naira Juma’at Mosque in Gumel

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10 hours ago

December 6, 2025

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Shettima Inaugurates Multi-Million Naira Juma’at Mosque in Gumel

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday inaugurated the newly constructed multi-million-naira Juma’at Mosque located within the Emir of Gumel’s Palace in Jigawa State.

According to a statement by Zainab Rabo, Senior Special Assistant on Media Affairs to Governor Umar Namadi, the event drew high-level dignitaries, including top politicians, first-class emirs, captains of industry, and prominent Islamic scholars from across the country.

Rabo disclosed that the mosque was built by the Kashim Shettima Foundation, adding that Governor Umar A. Namadi and the Sultan of Sokoto graced the ceremony.

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During the occasion, the Vice President congratulated the Emir of Gumel, Alhaji Ahmed Mohammed Sani, on marking 45 years on the throne, describing the milestone as a blessing and testament to exemplary leadership.

Shettima also reaffirmed his commitment—through his foundation—to initiatives that would improve the lives of Nigerians.

The Vice President further commended Governor Namadi for his notable strides in modern agriculture, noting that Jigawa’s progress under his leadership had positioned the state competitively within Nigeria and beyond.

“Governor Namadi is equal to the task, looking at his two-year achievements and the way he transformed Jigawa in modern agriculture,” Shettima stated.

Shettima Inaugurates Multi-Million Naira Juma’at Mosque in Gumel

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Police Launch Special Enforcement Team to Enforce Tinubu’s Ban on VIP Escorts

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December 6, 2025

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Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun

Police Launch Special Enforcement Team to Enforce Tinubu’s Ban on VIP Escorts

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has deployed a Special Enforcement Team in Lagos to enforce President Bola Tinubu’s directive ending the use of police officers as escorts and guards for Very Important Persons (VIPs).

The operation, according to a statement posted on the Force’s official X account on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, commenced at about 10:00 a.m. on December 6, 2025, across key locations in Lagos State.

Hundeyin confirmed that the team carried out compliance checks at major points, including the Lekki–Ikoyi Link Bridge, the Murtala Muhammed International Airport domestic terminal, and other strategic hotspots within the state.

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He disclosed that officers found “satisfactory and commendable” compliance with the presidential directive, with no incidents of unauthorised police escort and no arrests recorded.

“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reiterates the Force’s commitment to the full implementation of the presidential directive,” the statement said. “The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in redeploying its personnel to core policing duties aimed at enhancing general security, crime prevention, and the protection of lives and property nationwide.”

Hundeyin added that enforcement would continue across the country “without fear or favour,” urging Nigerians to support the push for a more professional and citizen-focused policing system.

President Tinubu had, on November 23, ordered the immediate withdrawal of police officers from VIP protection, directing that they be reassigned to frontline policing roles. According to the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, VIP protection will now be handled by armed operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).

The policy aims to free up police manpower for critical security operations, particularly in underserved communities, and enhance overall national security efficiency.