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LASU calls for justice over allege killing of student by prophet

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By Efe Onodjae

The management of Lagos State University (LASU) has called for immediate justice in the alleged killing of Adedamola Ogunbode, popularly known as Horlar, by a prophet.

Ogunbode, a 2024 graduate of the institution, was supposed to be part of the 28th Convocation Ceremony of the institution set for April 3–10, 2025, was declared missing on January 16, 2025. He is alleged to have been killed by a pastor in the Ojo area of Lagos State.

Earlier reports by Vanguard revealed that the suspected prophet has been arrested by operatives of the Lagos State Police.

Reacting to the tragic incident, the management of the institution, late on Tuesday, called for timely justice while commiserating with the family of Adedamola.

The statement, signed by the Deputy Registrar/Coordinator, Thomas-Onashile Oluwayemisi, read: “The University Management is deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of Adedamola Quadri Ogunbode, a recent graduate of Lagos State University. Adedamola, fondly known as Horlar, was allegedly killed by a pastor in the Ojo area of Lagos State, reportedly for ritual purposes.

“According to the report received by the management, Adedamola, a 28-year-old graduate of Political Science Education, had been missing since January 16, 2025. Following investigations by security agencies, his mutilated body was purportedly found buried in the compound of a popular church in the area. The pastor of the church has been arrested and is currently assisting the police with their investigation.

“The University Management extends its heartfelt condolences to Adedamola’s family, friends, colleagues, and all who knew him. His untimely death is a terrible loss to the entire university community, and we share in the grief of all who are mourning his passing.

“We strongly condemn this senseless act of violence. The brutality and criminality behind Adedamola’s death are unacceptable in any society. We call for swift and thorough action by the relevant security agencies to ensure that those responsible face justice and that the perpetrators of this horrific crime do not go unpunished.

“In the meantime, we urge our university community, especially our world-class students, to remain calm while the authorities carry out their investigations. We also encourage everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.

“The safety and security of our students remain our top priority, and we are committed to collaborating closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure that our university remains a safe environment for all.

“Once again, we offer our deepest sympathies to Adedamola’s family and loved ones, and we pray that they find strength and comfort during this incredibly difficult time.”

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Nigerian Law School Student Reportedly Takes His Own Life Following Disqualification From Bar Final Exam In Yola

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Ayomiposi Ojajuni, a Nigerian Law School student, has passed away after reportedly being barred from taking the Bar Final examinations at the Yola Campus.

According to SaharaReporters, sources said that Ojajuni, a graduate of Olabisi Onabanjo University, became visibly distressed on Saturday morning, December 6, upon learning he had been barred from participating in the professional examination, which began that day.

He was later said to have ingested a harmful substance shortly after receiving the news.

It was further gathered that the decision to deny him access to the exam was taken as a disciplinary action, following multiple queries previously issued to him by the institution.

Ojajuni was rushed to the Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital, Yola, where he died on Sunday.

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Borno Kids Stole The Show At NYSC Camp With Flawless March Past (Video)

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A group of primary school pupils from host communities in Borno State captivated participants at the NYSC orientation camp in Maiduguri with a precise and energetic marching display during the inter-platoon parade competition.

The viral footage shows four children marching confidently beside corps members, sparking loud cheers from onlookers who were visibly delighted by their coordination and enthusiasm.

The heartwarming moment quickly gained traction on social media, where users applauded the Army and the NYSC for creating an atmosphere of joy and normalcy in a region often defined by insecurity.

The children later received warm praise and encouragement from military officials and corps members at the camp, rounding off a memorable day marked by wide smiles and excitement.

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Teachers strike looms in Kwara over unmet demands

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A statewide industrial action by the Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, looms in Kwara State as a result of unmet demands to the state government.

The national body of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) criticised the state government for what it described as continued failure to address long-standing welfare concerns affecting teachers across the state.

In a letter addressed to Governor Abdulraham Abdulrazaq, the union condemned the government’s refusal to implement the 27.5% Teachers Specific Allowance (TSA) and the National Harmonized Teachers Retirement Age Act, 2022.

The letter, dated November 13, 2025, and acknowledged by the Governor’s Office on November 17, was jointly signed by the NUT National President, Comrade Audu Titus Amba, and the Secretary-General, Dr Clinton Ikpitibo.

The NUT stated in the letter that several engagements with government officials between 2023 and 2025 did not yield any positive outcome.

The union expressed disappointment that while the government had approved consolidated salary structures for medical workers, nurses, and judiciary staff, the long-standing demands of teachers remained unaddressed.

It warned that the refusal to implement the 27.5% TSA for TRCN-certified teachers and 21% for non-TRCN-certified teachers had pushed teachers in the state “into a riotous mode,” noting that frustration within the system had reached breaking point.

The NUT also criticized the government’s failure to implement the National Harmonized Teachers Retirement Age Act, which extends teachers’ retirement age to 65 years or 40 years in service.

The letter added that over 25 states had already complied with the law, lamenting that Kwara State despite being led by the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, had failed to follow suit.

The union called on the governor to convene an emergency meeting before December 13, 2025, stressing that there was still room for peaceful resolution if the government acted promptly.

“We do hope that our interventionist approach is accepted, because to jaw-jaw will be better than to war-war,” the NUT said.

Copies of the letter were sent to the Acting Head of Service, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, the State Controller of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, and the Kwara chapters of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the NUT.

With tension rising among teachers, the union warned that failure to address the issues urgently, could trigger a fresh industrial action that may disrupt academic activities across the state.

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