SHAME ! FREE BARABAS PARADE OF “BISHOPS” ON ABUJA STREETS.

It was a mingling of people wearing shorts and T-shirts together with about four wearing may be newly sewed cassocks with the leader putting up a James Bond like sun glasses all trying to masquerade themselves as Bishops and servants of the Most High GOD yet what they were asking for was evil, the freedom for a person declared wanted by the EFCC for obtaining money by false pretence in conjunction with another person already apprehended.

THE NOMENCLATURE:

Nobody would have cared if charlatans had gathered themselves for such oddity in poking their nose into a criminal matter already situated within the powers of a High Court in Abuja but the shame of it all was that the motley crowd that came out protesting on the streets of Abuja held itself out as a ” College of Bishops and Peace Initiative Movement” led by one supposed Bishop Abel King of no church name or address.

An ordinary Google check of the name touted by the so called College of Bishops shows that they are virtually non existent except for this there single street corner outing where they are trying to disrupt and becloud the course of justice.

Their leader, one Bishop Abel King, did not deem it fit like a truly called into God’s vineyard servant to address the Press Briefing in his church or other befitting compound but like the crowd of Pharisaic incited gatherings, comparable to the one at the Court of Pontius Pilate, came shouting “Free Barabas !” at a street corner in Abuja. The placards they carried showed which side they belong to. The strong suspicion is that this gathering are not a gathering of those entrenched in the House of God but mere charlatans serving the purpose, whims and caprices of a wanted person going by the nomenclature of HRH Halimat Adenike Tejuoso.

THEIR GROUSE:

What they stated as their grouse of protest is stated in online reports as mainly that, “the organization… expressed concern over a petition reportedly filed by Prophetess Sholoye at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission describing it as selective and misleading in light of claims surrounding the financial transactions”. The supposed College of Bishops who should in normal circumstances live above board described the petition against Olori Tejuoso as “selective, unfair and misleading” ! Can you beat that ?!

A College of Bishops is protesting and commenting on a petition that has gone beyond a mere petition but squarely a matter that a High Court has taken control of ? Who is really advising this guys ? Don’t they know that the matter has become sub judice ?

THE CAN PETITION:

Nothing stops even individuals from forwarding petitions to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) but a College of Bishops and Peace Initiative Movement tendering a petition to CAN from a street corner is nothing but terribly childish and devoid of normal protocol. They could have submitted their petition to CAN and use decorous means of presenting their dilemma.

It also seems that whoever is directing the charade and drama of the College of Bishops did not inform them of the basic facts or rather they are solely relying on the explanations dished out by the accused person, HRH Tejuoso. For one will even ask what’s wrong for a Christian to seek the way forward from the Holy Spirit ? What takes away the ability of a Christian to seek legal means of advancing their livelihood ? What stops a Christian from entering into legal agreements that stipulates that refunds shall be made if the lobby goes down south ? It really seems the College of Bishops were not following the dictates of the Holy Bible to seek the truth and follow same. They have chosen to seemingly follow the dictates of whoever is behind their charade.

Moreover, the “Bishops” attached to their nomenclature, that they were apart from being a College of Bishops were also a peace initiative movement. But, one dare ask where’s the movement for peace in all they’ve done when they came out carrying placards that a victim should be disciplined while they seemingly protest for the release of the suspect from the claws of the anti corruption agency. Where’s the peace initiative in that ?

The “Bishops” were bold enough to announce that the money collected by HRH Halimat Tejuoso were “funds…. knowingly routed through mutually agreed channels”. Who exactly informed them that the funds were given to mutually agreed people ? How do they arrive at this ? Are they now assuming the role of the Court trying the matter ?

CYBER BULLYING ?

The College of Bishops led by their leader and probably the speaker at the street protest said that their protest and petition “is not persecution. This is accountability.” One dare ask whether this is not cyber bullying since their protest has found its way onto the social media. They can be said with the inscriptions on the placards they carried that they were out to “fry” the person they came out to protest against. Their behavior has no semblance except to that in the Bible where the multitude gathered at the Court of Pontius Pilate shouted “Free Barabas !!!” when the call was made on whether to release the accused or the convicted. It seems the first century is being acted live in the 21st century.

Lastly, we want to advise the College of Bishops and in the same vein the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) that this matter being pushed by the so called College of Bishops is a matter sitting pretty under the jurisdiction of a competent court of law and actions such as the one being perpetrated by the Bishops is sub judice and may attract the wrath of the Court for contempt. The Court should be allowed to do its job. Let justice be allowed to flow.

COMR. YUSUF TOBI JAMIU ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE FOR SUG WEEK 2026, CALLS FOR MASS PARTICIPATION

University of Abuja SUG President Unveils 6-Day Programme Focused on Leadership, Innovation, Culture, and Student Unity

ABUJA, NIGERIA — The President of the Students’ Union Government, University of Abuja, Comr. Yusuf Tobi Jamiu (JAMO) has officially unveiled the schedule of activities for SUG WEEK 2026, scheduled to hold from 18th to 23rd May, 2026, at the University of Abuja.

In an official release to the general public, Comr. Yusuf Tobi Jamiu stated that this year’s edition is designed as a comprehensive student engagement and development programme aimed at promoting leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, culture, intellectual interaction, entertainment, sportsmanship, and social integration within the university community.

“SUG Week 2026 is not merely a celebration, but a reflection of purposeful student leadership and the collective spirit of the University of Abuja student community, ”Comr. Yusuf Tobi Jamiu said. “I encourage every student to participate actively, represent their faculties and departments positively, and make the most of this platform for growth and unity.”

Building on a Record of Student-Centred Governance

Under the leadership of Comr. Yusuf Tobi Jamiu, the current administration, has introduced several initiatives to improve student engagement and institutional representation. These include the unveiling of the official SUG Website, presentation of SUG Buses, development of strategic partnerships, presentation of the SUG Magazine, and various welfare and empowerment-driven programmes.

With the approval and support of University Management led by the Vice-Chancellor, *Prof. Abdulhakeem Fawehinmi Babatunde*, SUG Week 2026 has been structured to provide students with opportunities for networking, creativity, intellectual participation, relaxation, and campus-wide unity.

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SUG WEEK 2026 Schedule of Activities

Day 1 – Monday, 18th May: Corporate Day
Official Launch & Unveiling
1. Official Unveiling of the SUG Website
2. Presentation and Commissioning of the SUG Buses
3. Presentation of the SUG Magazine
4. Award Presentation Ceremony
5. Leadership and Innovation Summit
6. Networking Session

The opening ceremony will feature distinguished personalities, public office holders, institutional stakeholders, business leaders, and guests from across the country.

Day 2 – Tuesday, 19th May: Old School Day
Inter-Faculty Debate Competition
A day dedicated to celebrating culture, creativity, and intellectual engagement through vintage-themed appearances and an inter-faculty debate competition.

Day 3 – Wednesday, 20th May: Jersey Day
Sports & Health Awareness
Focus on fitness, wellness, sportsmanship, and health awareness through sporting activities, recreational engagements, and sensitisation programmes.

Day 4 – Thursday, 21st May: Denim Day
Career & Entrepreneurship Day
Empowering students with career development opportunities, entrepreneurship knowledge, mentorship, networking, and innovation-driven discussions.

Day 5 – Friday, 22nd May: Fashion Show Day
Fashion Display & Runway Experience
Students will showcase creativity, talent, fashion expression, and entertainment through runway displays and coordinated fashion activities.

Day 6 – Saturday, 23rd May: Fake Wedding / Owambe Finale
Grand Finale
The grand social and cultural finale brings students together through music, culture, fashion, food, entertainment, and social interaction.

Call to Action
Comr. Yusuf Tobi Jamiu and the Students’ Union Government encourage all students to take part in the week’s activities and uphold the spirit of unity and excellence that defines the University of Abuja.

Students interested in volunteering, participating, partnering, sponsoring, modelling, or engaging in any activity are advised to send a direct message to the Union through the provided contacts.

For Sponsorship and Partnership: +234 810 593 0335

Signed:
Comr. Yusuf Tobi Jamiu (JAMO)
President, Students’ Union Government (SUG)
University of Abuja

REJOINDER: SECURITY AGENCIES ARE NOT TOOLS OF INTIMIDATION BUT INSTITUTIONS OF JUSTICE.

The recent publication titled “Enugu Nursing College Faces Backlash for Using DSS, Police to Intimidate Student Nurse for Exposing Oppression” is a clear attempt to sensationalize a matter that is already before lawful authorities and to deliberately further tarnish the image of Ezzy International College of Nursing Sciences through emotional propaganda, half-truths, and social media trial.

For the avoidance of
doubt, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and other security agencies are constitutional institutions established by law to investigate complaints, establish facts, preserve public order, and ensure justice. Their involvement in any matter does not amount to intimidation. Rather, it reflects the lawful pathway for resolving allegations, especially where there are claims of cyber-bullying, defamation, unauthorized recordings, false publications, and dissemination of misleading information capable of damaging institutional reputation and public confidence.

It is therefore surprising that intellectually poor bloggers and such individuals who continuously make public allegations on social media suddenly describe lawful invitations by security agencies as “oppression.” One cannot publish accusations, circulate inflammatory contents online, mobilize public outrage, and then reject legal scrutiny when called upon to substantiate those claims before competent authorities.

Mr. Francis Nwapa and those behind these coordinated media attacks should understand that social media is not a courtroom, and activism requires truths and fairness that must not place anyone above the law. If allegations have been made publicly against Ezzy International College of Nursing Sciences and its leadership, then the proper and civilized response is to appear before the relevant authorities and provide evidence to substantiate such claims instead of resorting to media blackmail and emotional manipulation.

The attempt to portray every lawful investigation as victimisation is both irresponsible and dangerous. Security agencies are not established to entertain sentiments or online noise; they are empowered to determine truth from falsehood through a due process.
Or could it be that Mr.Francis Nwapa and his cohorts assume themselves untouchable and above the law, even when they churn out lies and deceits against legally established institutions on social media? If Nwapa claims to be the coordinator of Youth Rights Campaign (YRC), legal or illegitimate as it seems, should be able to know the duties of the DSS and the Police and accord them same respect. The group should know the law and its process. The group should have a learned legal profiled counsel to respond or educate their ignorance of the law. Needless to say that Mr. Francis Nwapa’s strategy of Cyber-bullying is a game the DSS and the police are so familiar with and cannot be cowed thereof.

The insinuation Mr. Nwapa made about transferring the case to Lagos for his convenience is baseless. He should have defined his jurisdiction before he went uncontrolled on social media space to write what he didnt understand. He should have asked questions on the location of the crime alleged. But, No. He went viral to disburse unfounded information which he claimed happened at a location he never knew. Now, he is being invited to Enugu where the alleged crime was committed, instead of yielding to the state of law, Francis is calling for public sympathy. He insinuates in the writing that investigation procedure be shifted to Lagos to accommodate his reporting ineptitude, rather than at Enugu where the petition and incidents took place. What a myopic view of the procedure! It is pertinent to note that the law does not recognize convenience.

Therefore, if invitations were extended by the DSS or Police, it is only proper for those involved to honour such invitations and clarify the numerous statements and allegations which they already circulated online.

Furthermore, it is important to remind the public that institutions have rules, ethical codes, and disciplinary procedures designed to protect professionalism, patient confidentiality, institutional integrity, and public trust. Unauthorized recording of patients, hospital environments, administrators, or internal communications and broadcasting them online without clearance may raise serious ethical and legal concerns, especially in professional healthcare training institutions.
It is also intellectually dishonest for certain groups to weaponize the current security challenges in Nigeria as an excuse to discredit lawful investigations.

The DSS and Police are capable of handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously, including investigating complaints relating to cyber harassment, defamation, false information, and conduct capable of inciting unrest. Mr. Francis, writing on his blog “Francis Nwapa Watch” on 15th of April called for proper investigation into the matter. The security agents yielded to that call and lunched investigations to establish the truth. Why is Mr. Nwapa afraid to dance the music he started beating its drums? Journalism is an age long profession practiced by men of seasoned value, honesty and integrity to uphold public truths. It is unfortune that Mr. Francis whose only known job is pest control and fumigation dabbled into a noble profession as journalism, untrained and unequipped to investigate truth before misinforming the public. More disheartening is that Francis might not know the huge negative impact he would be making to institutions and the public just because he afforded a cheap phone and data to post unverified information on blogs.

Dr. Gloria C. Bertram-Okoli and the management of Ezzy International College of Nursing Sciences have consistently demonstrated commitment to healthcare education, discipline, and institutional excellence. The college cannot and will not surrender its integrity to orchestrated campaigns of calumny or mob pressure driven by social media theatrics.

The public is therefore urged to disregard attempts to distort facts and to allow lawful authorities to carry out their constitutional duties without intimidation from activist groups seeking publicity. Justice is not established on Facebook posts, WhatsApp broadcasts, or media headlines, but through lawful investigation and evidence.

Meanwhile it is also contempt of the legal process as Mr. Nwapa continues to bully online and misinform the public about a matter which is already under investigation. The police had advised that all parties be invited to respond to questions.

The matter is being followed legally. Mr. Francis will do well to submit to legal procedure.

Those who have made allegations should courageously present their evidence before the appropriate authorities instead of portraying legitimate legal procedures as persecution. Truth does not fear investigation.
—Opinion—