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POLICE ARRAIGNS TWO FOR ALLEGED DEFAMATION OF OBA ELEGUSHI
Two men, Adesola James and Odunmosu Azeez Awiye, have been arraigned before the Federal High Court, Lagos for alleged cyberstalking, illegal publication, and defamation of a monarch, the Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom, in Eti-Osa, Saheed Elegushi.
Justice Abimbola Awogboro also granted them bail in the sum of five million naira, Among other conditions.
Adesola James, 34, and Odunmosu Azeez Awiye, 40, pleaded not guilty to the four count charge in the amended charge sheet dated May 8, 2024.
They are accused of illegally and unlawfully publishing by audible sounds and exhibiting through their respective TIKTOK platforms, contents said to be false, grossly offensive and prejudicial to Oba Saheed Elegushi and the people of Ikate Kingdom within the Eti-Osa Local Government Area.
They are also alleged to have circulated the publication on several other social media platforms.
The alleged offences are said to have been committed between Dec. 2023 & March 2024 in Lagos, and punishable under Section 24(1)(b)(2)(a)(i) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention) Act, 2015, and other extant laws.
The first defendant’s counsel also applied that he be remanded in the custody of the police command headquarters in Lagos, as he is undergoing treatment at the police hospital. But Justice Awogboro turned down the request and ordered the treatment to be transferred to the correctional center.
The prosecution didn’t oppose the bail applications and left it to the court’s discretion, adding that they wanted the trial to begin in earnest.
In the ruling, the court held that it found merit in the bail applications, granting the defendants bail in the sum of five million naira each. They are to provide two sureties each in like sum, who must be blood relations and have substantial and verifiable means of livelihood, living within Lagos state, and with evidence of tax payment.
The defendants are remanded at the Nigerian Correctional facility, Ikoyi, pending the perfection of their bail conditions.
Hearing is adjourned till June 4 and 5 for trial to commence.
EVENTS
EID-EL-FITR: IGP DISU FELICITATES MUSLIM FAITHFUL, ORDERS NATIONWIDE DEPLOYMENT OF TACTICAL ASSETS
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.
In furtherance of his commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment during the festive period, the Inspector-General has directed Commissioners of Police and Tactical Commanders across all states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory to implement robust security arrangements.
Operational measures include:
Strategic deployment of tactical teams and intelligence operatives.

Deployment of the Special Intervention Squad and conventional police personnel to Eid prayer grounds and critical infrastructure.
Increased presence at highways, motor parks, recreational centers, and other public spaces to ensure peaceful, hitch-free celebrations.
The IGP has also ordered heightened visibility policing, coordinated patrols, enhanced surveillance operations, and intelligence-led stop-and-search duties. These actions are aimed at proactively deterring criminal activities and ensuring a swift response to any emerging threats.
IGP Disu calls on members of the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with law enforcement agencies, and promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the following emergency lines:
08057000001, 08057000002, 09133333785, and 09133333786.
IGP Tunji Disu wishes all Muslim faithful a peaceful and joyous Eid-el-Fitr.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+) mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
20th March, 2026
EVENTS
Hon Success Opara celebrates Mothering Sunday with St. Peter women, hails them as the ‘neck that controls the household
Hon Success Opara, former councilorship candidate for Ikenegbu Ward 2, celebrated Mothering Sunday with the women of St. Peter Anglican Church, Ikenegbu, extolling them as the backbone of their households.
He described them as the “neck that controls the household,” acknowledging their vital role in shaping families and communities.
Opara’s gesture is seen as a testament to his commitment to uplifting and empowering women.
The celebration, which coincided with the Christian observance of Mothering Sunday, featured fellowship and words of encouragement from Opara, who prayed for the women’s well-being.
This event highlights the importance of recognizing and appreciating mothers and mother figures in Nigerian society.
EVENTS
“Early marriage is better than fornication” – Mixed reactions as young Nigerian couple trends after welcoming a child
A young Nigerian couple are currently trending on Arewa social media circles after they welcomed their first child.
The pictures taken by a Kaduna-based photographer have sparked mixed reactions, with some people saying that the girl is underaged and not old enough to be a wife and mother.

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