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Murdered Ekwulobia Traders Court Orders IGP, AGF to Pay N400m to Families

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Murdered Ekwulobia Traders Court Orders IGP, AGF to Pay N400m to Families

By Ifeoma Ikem

 

A High Court ,sitting in Lagos state, Yaba, has ordered the Inspector General of Police, IGP and the Attorney General of the Federation, AGF, to pay N400m as compensation to Ekwulobia families of four Ladipo market traders who were extra-judicially killed by police officers in 2001.

 

 

Murdered Ekwulobia Traders Court Orders IGP, AGF to Pay N400m to Families

 

 

Others who were found culpable include a former Commissioner of Police in Lagos, Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Marvelous Akpoyibo (retd).

 

 

 

 

 

 

But Justice Olufunke Sule-Amzat absolved the Lagos State government (the 3rd respondent) through the Attorney General of Lagos from the killing.

The four men are Anthony Ezenwafor, Chukwuemeka Ezeofor, Izuchukwu Ezeama, and Aloysius Osigwe, who hail from Ekwulobia, Anambra State, were allegedly killed by the police attached to Surulere Division on July 21, 2001.

The suit brought through an application for enforcement of fundamental human rights was filed by a human rights activist, Akaraka Chinwe Ezeonara, as well as Chris Okpara, Remigus Ezenwane and Ifeanyi Okoye.

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The other five respondents failed to appear before the court, despite having been served with the court processes and hearing notices.

While delivering her judgment, the judge held that the fundamental liberties of the Ekwulobia indigenes, including their rights to life, and dignity of the human person were clearly breached by the police officers, as they were executed despite not being sentenced by any court of law, nor were they found to have resisted arrest.

She added that the police are empowered to investigate crimes and not to kill citizens.

“The officers mismanaged their firearms as there was no evidence of provocation. There has been a growing incidence of police shooting people at the slightest opportunity under the guise of carrying out arrests.

A firearm is prima facie a dangerous weapon, the handler owes the public the duty to handle the same with reasonable care. Their actions are not in accordance with the provisions of the Police Act, and amounts to a violation of their fundamental rights.”

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CAC Palace of Light & Salvation Marks 8th Anniversary with Four-Day Spiritual Programme

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CAC Palace of Light & Salvation Marks 8th Anniversary with Four-Day Spiritual Programme

 

LAGOS — The Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Palace of Light & Salvation, Vineyard of Mercy District Coordinating Council (DCC), is set to celebrate its 8th anniversary with a four-day programme of revival, prayer, and thanksgiving.

The anniversary, themed “And It Came to Pass,” is drawn from the biblical text in Habakkuk 2:3, which church leaders describe as a guiding scripture received at the inception of the ministry nearly eight years ago.

Journey of Faith and Growth

According to the leadership, the church’s journey to its eighth year has been marked by challenges and perseverance. They noted that despite periods described as “bumpy and clouded,” the ministry has continued to grow, attributing its progress to divine grace and sustained faith.

Programme Schedule

The anniversary celebration will feature a series of spiritual activities scheduled as follows:

April 8–9: Revival Services (6:00 pm – 8:00 pm)

April 10: Prayer Vigil (11:00 pm)

April 12: Grand Anniversary Thanksgiving Service (10:00 am)

Guest Ministers

The event will host several ministers, including Prophet Timothy Olatunbosun Igbalajobi (Host Minister), Prophet Akinola Fasawe (Guest Minister), and Pastor Gideon Adeyemi Ajayi (Assembly Pastor).

Venue and Invitation

Activities will hold at the church auditorium located at 2, Delana Ojo Street, Silva Estate, by Church Bus Stop, near Chrisland College, Idimu, in Alimosho area of Lagos.

The church has extended an open invitation to members of the public and residents of the Idimu community to participate in the anniversary events.

For enquiries, interested participants can contact the organisers via +234 803 489 2275 or +234 803 833 6935.

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Nigerians Are Being Asked to Accept Dysfunction as Normal-Banwo ‎

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‎Lawyer and public affairs commentator, Dr. Ope Banwo, has delivered a scathing assessment of Nigeria’s governance landscape, warning that citizens are gradually being conditioned to accept systemic failures as a normal way of life.

‎In a strongly worded critique, Banwo painted a picture of a country where basic services remain inconsistent despite years of policy promises and public spending, raising concerns about accountability and leadership priorities.

‎He pointed to the continued instability in electricity supply, describing it as a long-standing issue that continues to burden households and businesses alike. According to him, the reliance on alternative power sources has become an economic strain that reflects deeper structural inefficiencies.

‎Banwo also highlighted persistent challenges in the education sector, where disruptions and extended academic timelines have become familiar patterns. He argued that such conditions place young Nigerians at a disadvantage in an increasingly competitive global environment.

‎On healthcare, he noted that limited public confidence in local systems continues to drive medical travel abroad among those who can afford it, a trend he said raises questions about the effectiveness of domestic investment in the sector.

‎Beyond service delivery, Banwo expressed concern over what he described as a visible disconnect between public officials and the realities faced by citizens. He referenced widespread perceptions of inequality and questioned whether governance structures are sufficiently aligned with public needs.

‎“What is worrying is not just the existence of these problems,” he said, “but the growing acceptance of them as inevitable.”

‎Banwo argued that when dysfunction becomes normalized, the urgency for reform diminishes, allowing systemic issues to persist unchecked.

‎He called for stronger institutional accountability, emphasizing the need for transparency in public spending and decision-making. While refraining from naming individuals, he stressed that sustainable development requires leadership that is both responsive and responsible

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Primate Ayodele’s Prophecies On Former President’s Death, Deputy Gov, Others Fulfilled

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*Primate Ayodele’s Prophecies On Former President’s Death, Deputy Gov, Others Fulfilled

 

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele is in the news again for the fulfilment of his prophecies as usual.

As we know, the only time Primate Ayodele gets in the news is when he makes prophecies and when they come to pass. No extra, no unnecessary attention, no lifestyle showcasing, just doing what God has sent him to do.

Just as it had been established earlier, Primate Ayodele has nothing less than 20,000 prophecies that have been fulfilled to his credit and as the day goes by, they continue to increase.

Recent additions to his fulfilled prophecies include:

1 Death of Former Algeria President: Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual has died at the age of 85, the Algerian presidency said Sunday.

A statement said Zeroual had been battling illness for some time and was receiving treatment at the Mohamed Seghir Nekkache Military Hospital.

He died at the hospital.

Primate Ayodele had in a prophetic session warned nations to be pray against the death of a former president.

2 Resignation of Kano Deputy governor: The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has resigned from the position, citing the need to ensure stability in governance and allow the office to function effectively.

In a press statement issued by the Kwankwasiyya Movement on Friday, the decision was described as “difficult” but necessary in the overall interest of the people of Kano State.

“The Deputy Governor of Kano State has tendered his resignation from office… This decision, though difficult, has been taken in the overall interest of the people and the stability of governance in Kano State.”

Primate Ayodele in a prophetic moment had revealed that it is not every deputy governor that will finish their tenure, indicating that some may die or resign. The prophecy was first fulfilled with the deputy governor of Bayelsa state and now Kano, with resignation.

3 Plateau attacks: The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area following a deadly attack in the Angwan Rukuba community.

In a statement on Sunday, the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, said the curfew would take effect from midnight of March 29 to April 1, 2026.

The government said the decision followed a “tragic security incident” in the area, which resulted in loss of lives and left several others injured.

The statement read, “Following the tragic security incident that occurred at Gari Ya Waye community, Angwan Rukuba, today, Sunday, 29th March 2026, resulting in the loss of lives, while several others sustained varying degrees of injuries.

Primate Ayodele had in several prophecies mentioned that Plateau state would be attacked by gunmen. He called on security operatives to watch out and prepare ahead for the attacks.

These were his words:

“Terrorist attacks will be extended to Nasarawa, Gombe, Plateau, Kaduna, Bauchi, Benue, Abuja and Kogi. Let the CDS and COAS brainstorm and strategise, it’s time to eliminate terrorists in the country.

“They are both capable hands, they should not allow these terrorists to destroy their legacies and credibility.

”The ESN is also planning an attack in the South-East, it is a red alert because they want to abort a lot of people including an emir,”

https://tribuneonlineng.com/primate-ayodele-names-states-to-be-attacked-by-terrorists/

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