By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Professor Folasade Ogunsola, has threatened legal action against online news platform NaijaOnPoint over a report alleging financial irregularities involving university staff.

Ogunsola, through her solicitors, Bayo Osipitan and Co., has demanded the removal of the publication, a retraction and a public apology within 48 hours of receiving a letter of demand.

The disputed report alleged that university staff received ₦397 million in irregular payments, while ₦434 million in cash advances remained unretired.

The publication, titled “Citadel of Criminals: Under VC Folashade Ogunsola, UNILAG Staff Pocketed N397million In Irregular Payments While N434million In Cash Advances Went Unretired,” reportedly appeared on NaijaOnPoint’s website and social media platforms.

In the letter signed by Professor Taiwo Osipitan, SAN, the vice-chancellor accused the publisher of making false and misleading allegations linking her office to alleged financial infractions involving university staff.

Her lawyers argued that the report created the impression that Ogunsola presided over and condoned the alleged misappropriation of public funds.

The vice-chancellor, however, denied engaging in, authorising, participating in or knowingly facilitating any criminal conduct or financial impropriety.

The solicitors maintained that the publication was materially false, misleading and damaging to her personal and professional reputation.

While acknowledging the importance of investigative journalism and responsible reporting on matters of public interest, the lawyers said such reports should be based on verified information rather than unsubstantiated allegations presented as established facts.

They demanded that NaijaOnPoint remove the report from its website and social media platforms, publish an unequivocal retraction and apology, and provide a written undertaking not to republish the allegations.

The legal team warned that failure to comply within 48 hours of receiving the demand letter would prompt civil proceedings against the publisher and other persons considered responsible for the publication.

The proposed suit includes claims for ₦500 million in general damages and another ₦500 million in exemplary damages, bringing the total to ₦1 billion.

The solicitors also indicated that they would seek a court order compelling the removal of the publication and restraining further circulation of the allegations.

As of October 31, 2026, the threatened lawsuit had not been reported as filed in

By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its role in the arrest and extradition of two Nigerian suspects accused of involvement in international child sextortion crimes.

The commendation followed a letter from the Director of the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Kash Patel, praising the EFCC’s contribution to an international investigation targeting criminal networks involved in the sexual exploitation and extortion of minors.

The investigation, known as Operation Artemis, led to the arrest and extradition of two Nigerian suspects, Adebola Festus Adekunle and Mudasiru Afeez Olawale, to the United States in August 2026.

Both suspects are facing federal charges in the United States over their alleged involvement in the crimes.

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission

In his letter to EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, Patel acknowledged the commission’s assistance, noting that the successful outcome of the cases would not have been possible without its cooperation and commitment to international law enforcement.

Reacting to the recognition, Tinubu praised the EFCC chairman and his team for their professionalism and dedication to combating financial crimes.

The President stressed that Nigeria must not become a safe haven for individuals who exploit innocent people, whether within the country or abroad.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting law enforcement and anti-corruption agencies in identifying, apprehending and prosecuting offenders in accordance with the law.

Tinubu also urged the EFCC and other relevant agencies to sustain their efforts, assuring them of continued government support in tackling financial crimes and strengthening Nigeria’s international law enforcement partnerships.

By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh

High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has donated 30 campaign vehicles and other materials to the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement as political leaders in Osun State rallied support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.

The donation is expected to strengthen the movement’s grassroots mobilisation efforts across the state as it intensifies its campaign to secure support for Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Former Osun State Governor and incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke, alongside former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, were among the political leaders who backed the mobilisation drive.

The campaign initiative, spearheaded by Tompolo, is aimed at expanding the movement’s reach across communities and strengthening support for the Tinubu administration ahead of the next presidential election.