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MOSHOOD ABIOLA POLYTECHNIC BLACK WEEK SAGA; THE IRRESPONSIBILITY, WICKEDNESS, HARASSMENT, DETENTION OF MAPOLY STUDENTS; MADNESS OF STATE MIGHT. ~ OGUN STATE GOVERNMENT TO BE CHARGED TO INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT.

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The decision of the Ogun State Government to provoke violence in the name of pacifying the agitations in the prestigious institution of the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic in Abeokuta is not only abnormal but must be condemned.
Even more appalling is its ill thought-out excuse that the police was on a routine ‘show of force’ parade, but on residential, civillian street? Ridiculous! The government must truly have a less than average view of the sensibilities and awareness level of the watching public and the world.
Across the world, one group or another have at one time had pressing issues conceived as deprivation that led to different forms of agitations.
These agitations were treated with reconciliatory intents by the government in the home country of this group and not necessarily as voices of dissent to be crushed like termites.
Just like these other Institution, the students of moshood abiola polytechnic also have the same right to express their resentment to what they perceive as injustice against their persons in Ogun State, a right to be heard out and amicably pacified.
To set the record straight, the students of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) was also at the forefront of protest and agitations for reduction in school fees as at 2014, also the Students of Tai-Solarin University of Education also protested against the scrapping of their institution, these were rallies that attracted the gathering of hundreds of thousands of students.
The same Amosun led government resorted to killing, shooting, teargassing, arresting and also rusticating some of these agitators, they were abused, restrained and their right to express their conceived ideals was ceased.
Right from the get-go it was apparent that the Ogun State government under Senator Ibikunle Amosun viewed this agitators as animals, insects and a nobody to be crushed at anytime anyway.
It is interesting to note how the Great emperor of Oke-mosan ordered shoot at sight, reduce them to their lowest size and use anything to get them scattered was all the rhetorics of words coming out from his bucal cavity.
Initially, the Ogun State Government took the path of sanity by taking Ogun polytechnic to Ipokia, under Yewa Axis to boost the development in the Area.
However, It is unlawful and vicious for Ogun State Government to deviate from the normal process and engage in a show of shame all in the name of quenching the agitations, thereby using the men of the Nigerian Police to harass and intimdate the agitating students from Mapoly.
The police attack and unlawful detention of the unarmed and peaceful agitating students in Mapoly is not only an insult to the rights of human, it is also an opprobrium to the nomenclature of this country as a nation among the comity of nations.
The attacks on unarmed students going about their fundamental Human Rights cannot be justified regardless of how tense the situation is.
The Ogun State Government under Governor Ibikunle Amosun will be held responsible for every single life lost,damaged and assaulted as a result of illegal operation of Nigeria Police.
As a matter of fact, the activities of the Police in the area is a frustration that can provoke aggression from the victims.
This country has had enough of bloodshed to be engaging in an escapade that is heinous and inimical to our existence.
The employ of police personel and weaponry to police the nation is a military era heritage that one hope would have been stopped in a democratic dispensation.
It is unlawful and itself an open declaration of war against fellow Nigerian Students.
There could be no greater act of treason than this.
This confederation of absurdity must be brought to heel before the law and due process.
The Ogun State Government is reminded that the leading objective should be reconciling the Academic Union, the Government Representatives and The Students back to campus and reintegrating them into a new economic and political framework that quitens and dispels their fear of marginalisation and closure of school.
Let it be abundantly clear that if Ogun State Government fails to stop this madness as a matter of urgency, they will be dragged to International Criminal Court for state terrorism and gross violation of fundamental human right.
The Civil Society Groups in Nigeria must and would rally together as we take the government to task on their complicity in the violence rocking the mapoly lands.
This insanity must stop for humanity sake and the future of the country.
Ifemosu Michael Adewale is the founder Youth In Good Governance Initiative YIGGI and Ogun Central Acting Coordinator for Federalists Movement of Nigeria under the auspices of #GetInvolvedNow Movement.

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Sunday Igboho Challenges Court’s Ruling, Takes N20bn Case to Supreme Court

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Sunday Igboho Files Appeal at Supreme Court Over N20bn Damages Ruling

March 12, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria — Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has escalated his legal battle to the Supreme Court, challenging the recent Court of Appeal decision that nullified the N20 billion damages awarded to him against the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF).

The legal dispute stems from the violent raid on Igboho’s Ibadan residence in July 2021, during which two people were allegedly killed and 12 others arrested. Igboho, a prominent figure advocating for the secession of the Yoruba region, had sued the AGF, DSS, and the DSS Director, seeking N5.5 billion in damages for the invasion. The raid was reportedly carried out under the guise of a national security operation, but Igboho has consistently argued that it was an unlawful assault on his fundamental rights.

In September 2021, the Oyo State High Court ruled in Igboho’s favor, awarding N20 billion in damages, holding the AGF and DSS accountable for the invasion. However, this ruling was overturned in August 2022 by the Court of Appeal in Ibadan. Justice Muslim Hassan, in delivering the judgment, stated that the lower court had misapplied legal principles in awarding the damages. The appellate court also criticized the lack of concrete evidence, such as autopsy reports, to substantiate the alleged killings during the raid.

In the wake of the appellate court’s ruling, Igboho has now approached Nigeria’s highest court, seeking a reversal of the decision. Through his legal representative, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Yomi Aliyu, Igboho filed an appeal with the Supreme Court on March 11, 2025, arguing that the Court of Appeal erred in its judgment. He contends that the burden of producing autopsy reports should not fall on him, as the DSS did not challenge the allegations of killings in court.

Igboho also criticizes the Appeal Court for rejecting his claims for special damages, despite providing affidavit evidence and expert invoices detailing the losses suffered in the raid. He further argues that the aggravated and exemplary damages awarded by the trial judge were reasonable and aligned with established legal principles. Additionally, Igboho points out that the DSS and AGF’s response at the appellate level was filed outside the prescribed time limit, questioning the validity of their submissions.

The Supreme Court’s ruling on this matter has the potential to set a landmark legal precedent, particularly in relation to government accountability and self-determination rights in Nigeria. Legal experts are watching closely, as the case could reshape the interpretation of human rights violations and the limits of government power in national security operations.

The Supreme Court is expected to hear the case in the coming months, with all eyes on the judicial process that may significantly influence the future of Nigeria’s constitutional and human rights landscape.

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Fake Testimony Lands Woman in Court Over Five-Bedroom Duplex Fraud

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Fake Testimony Scandal: Woman Who Falsely Claimed Ownership of Duplex Arraigned in Court

The Enugu State Police Command has arraigned Loveth Helen Alo, the woman who falsely claimed ownership of a five-bedroom duplex, before the Enugu North Magisterial District Court. This development follows her sensational but fraudulent testimony at Zion Prayer Ministry in Lagos, where she alleged that divine intervention had gifted her the property.

Spokesperson for the Enugu State Police Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, confirmed her arraignment in a statement on Tuesday, March 11. According to Ndukwe, Alo was arrested on February 1, 2025, after a petition was filed against her for falsely claiming ownership of a luxury home located in WTC Estate, Enugu.

“The suspect was apprehended by detectives from the Legal Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department following investigations into the fraudulent claims,” Ndukwe stated.

Alo had previously gone viral after storming the Zion Prayer Ministry Movement Outreach in Lagos with an emotional testimony, claiming that God had miraculously blessed her with the house. However, her story unraveled under scrutiny, and she later confessed to fabricating the entire narrative.

Authorities have charged her with five criminal offenses, including fraud, defamation, and attempted property theft. Despite her confession, Alo was granted bail, with the case adjourned to April 9, 2025, for further proceedings.

The incident has sparked widespread debate on social media, with many condemning the misuse of religious platforms for deceit and personal gain. Meanwhile, legal experts warn that Alo could face serious legal consequences if found guilty of attempting to fraudulently claim another person’s property.

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YouTube Takes Down Omoni Oboli’s Movie After 7 Million Views, Fans React in Outrage

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YouTube Takes Down Omoni Oboli’s Movie After 7 Million Views, Fans React in Outrage

The internet has been set ablaze after YouTube took down Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli’s latest movie, Love in Every Word, which had amassed a staggering 7 million views in just four days. The sudden removal of the highly acclaimed film has sparked widespread reactions from fans, with many expressing frustration and confusion over the development.

The film, which features notable actors such as Bambam (wife of Teddy A) and Uzor Arukwe, had received massive accolades across social media before its unexpected disappearance. According to reports, the movie was flagged by a YouTube user named “Chinonso Obiora Skyberry,” who claimed copyright ownership of the content.

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YouTube Takes Down Omoni Oboli’s Movie After 7 Million Views, Fans React in Outrage

As news of the takedown spread, many fans took to social media to vent their frustrations, questioning why the movie was no longer available on YouTube.

One fan, @Ebukaobrota, wrote: “@omonioboli please ma’am why can’t I find the movie again on YouTube?”

Another, @NellyB, lamented: “I was watching it just a few minutes ago, and suddenly it wasn’t there. I hope YouTube didn’t bring down this beautiful movie @Omonioboli after attaining those views in just how many days?”

@Solomonitegboje confirmed the removal, stating: “The movie has been removed from YouTube.”

Similarly, @Otoyoessisi voiced concern over a copyright claim notification: “Why is the link saying the video is no longer available due to a copyright infringement report? I didn’t finish watching it yesterday only to see this now. What is going on?”

@Ahmedzeal added: “Your movie is no longer available on your YouTube channel.”

Copyright Controversy Looms

The claim by Chinonso Obiora Skyberry has raised questions about the legitimacy of the copyright dispute and whether it was a deliberate attack on the filmmaker’s success.

While Omoni Oboli is yet to make an official statement, industry insiders speculate that the takedown could be the result of either a misunderstanding, a legal dispute over content rights, or malicious copyright trolling—where individuals falsely claim ownership to disrupt the success of a project.

YouTube’s strict policies on copyright infringement allow anyone to file a claim, which can lead to the immediate removal of content. However, filmmakers have the right to challenge such claims through YouTube’s dispute resolution process.

What’s Next for Love in Every Word?

With the overwhelming success the film had already achieved within days of release, fans are now eagerly waiting to see if Omoni Oboli will fight back and restore the movie on YouTube. If the copyright claim is proven false, the film could be reinstated, but the process could take days or even weeks.

As the controversy unfolds, fans continue to rally behind the actress, urging YouTube to reconsider and restore the movie to its rightful place.

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