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Akwa Ibom Group Demands Justice over Killing of 13-Year-Old Boy by Soldier
A socio-cultural organisation in Ikot Abasi LGA of Akwa Ibom State, Mboho Ukpum Ete, has strongly condemned the killing of a 13-year-old boy allegedly by soldiers.
In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Engr Patrick Udoma, the group described the incident as “unacceptable” and demands immediate justice.
“The President General of Mboho Ukpum Ete expresses sadness over the unprofessional conduct of army personnel attached to Sterling Petrochemical,” the statement said.
“This act has thrown the entire clan into mourning, and we insist that the perpetrators be identified and punished in accordance with the law.”
The Army Public Relations Officer of 2 Brigade, Mbiokporo, Captain Lawal Bala Mohamed, confirmed the incident, saying the Military Police has taken over the matter, adding that it is under investigation.
He assured the public that the Nigerian Army does not condone misconduct by its personnel and that justice would be served.
The management, staff and students of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, have been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of a Part Three medical student of the institution, Timilehin Toromade.
Announcing the death on Tuesday in a release signed by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Olanrewaju, and obtained in Osogbo, the management said Toromade was believed to have died in his sleep in the early hours of Tuesday.
Giving further details surrounding the incident, the management said Toromade, with matriculation number CLI/2022/133, possibly died after 2 a.m. on Tuesday, as one of his roommates reportedly opened the door for another medical student occupying the same building around that time.
“The Management of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has received with profound shock, deep sorrow and a heavy heart the devastating news of the sudden passing of an eighteen-year-old Part Three student of the College of Health Sciences, Department of Medicine and Surgery — who reportedly died in his sleep in the early hours of today, Tuesday, 6th of January, 2026,” the statement read in part.
In a condolence message, the OAU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Simeon Bamire, condoled with the family of the late student, his classmates, colleagues and friends.
Describing the incident as “deeply painful and distressing,” Bamire further said: “The entire University community is united in grief over the untimely departure of a student who had embraced the rigours of medical training with the hope of, one day, healing others and serving humanity. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his peers and all who knew him.
“The loss of a young life filled with promise, purpose, and potential is a tragedy that words alone cannot adequately capture.”
The management assured the public that it was “working closely with relevant authorities to fully understand the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate incident, in line with established medical procedures.”
It also said the university was putting in place appropriate support measures to assist students and members of the university community who had been emotionally affected by the tragic loss.
“At this moment of collective mourning, we, University, call on students, staff, alumni, and friends of the institution to remain calm, compassionate, and prayerful, and to uphold the values of empathy and solidarity for which the Great Ife is renowned,” the management said.
Traffic was significantly disrupted on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos on Tuesday afternoon after a high-capacity commercial bus caught fire, authorities said.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) said the incident occurred at about 1:00 pm near the Adekunle area of the bridge on the inbound lane toward Iyana Oworo axis.
In posts on its official X account, LASTMA confirmed the bus blaze was slowing traffic on one of Africa’s busiest bridges. Officials said efforts were underway to extinguish the fire, with Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service personnel at the scene.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or casualties, and the cause of the fire is still unknown.
The Third Mainland Bridge, which spans about 11.8 kilometres and connects Lagos Island to the mainland, handles heavy daily traffic and is often affected by accidents and other incidents.
The Global Kingdom Influencers Movement (GKIM) on December 6, 2025, successfully hosted the Global Convergence of Kingdom Influencers (GCKI) at the RCCG Sanctuary of Breakthrough Parish, Lagos Province 111 Headquarters, Mafoluku, Oshodi, Lagos.
The convergence, themed “Marketplace Dominion,” brought together leaders, professionals, policymakers, ministers, and change agents from diverse sectors, united by a shared commitment to advancing Kingdom values, ethical leadership, and societal transformation beyond church walls.
Participants received strategic teachings on Marketplace Dominion, emphasizing faith-driven leadership, excellence, and ethical influence across business, governance, media, education, and other spheres of society. The sessions reinforced the responsibility of believers to function as effective Kingdom ambassadors within systems and structures that shape national development.
Speaking at the event, the Convener, Ambassador Mrs. Bolanle Oluwafemi, Founder and Visionary Leader of the Global Kingdom Influencers Movement, emphasized the urgent need for intentional Kingdom influence in the marketplace. She highlighted that genuine transformation occurs when faith is deliberately expressed through leadership, service, and impact in everyday societal engagement.
One of the keynote speakers, Dr. Joshua Oyeniyi, Convener of the popular Ambassadors’ Summit, spoke extensively on the role of education, mentorship, and the God-factor in raising Kingdom influencers. He emphasized that sustainable marketplace impact requires deliberate capacity building, value-driven education, and intentional mentorship rooted in spiritual alignment.
Also addressing participants, Barrister Bibian Aloba, Former Secretary of the African Women Lawyers Association (Nigeria Chapter), spoke on the critical role of the home front in raising Kingdom influencers. She stressed that strong families, values-based parenting, and intentional nurturing are foundational to producing leaders who can influence systems with integrity and Kingdom principles.
Mr. Daniel Adeniyi, Lead Coach and Founder of The Daniel Adeniyi Leadership Factory, challenged participants to move beyond consumption to creation and innovation, emphasizing that Christians must not only use existing products and systems but also intentionally create solutions that serve others and advance Kingdom values in the marketplace.
The host pastor, Pastor Olatunbosun Aloba, Pastor-in-Charge of the RCCG Sanctuary of Breakthrough Parish, spoke on the role of the church in building men who build nations. He reaffirmed the church’s responsibility to intentionally equip believers with spiritual depth, character, and leadership capacity to transform societies.
Beyond the teachings, the convergence provided a platform for networking and collaboration, bringing together leaders, professionals, and change agents across various sectors.
A major highlight of the event was the Mountain Mapping and Distribution session, through which participants were strategically aligned to spheres of influence and will be enrolled in subsequent trainings aimed at equipping them for practical impact in their chosen domains.
The event concluded with a strong call to action, charging Kingdom influencers to take responsibility for societal transformation by extending their influence beyond religious spaces and actively engaging systems, institutions, and structures with Kingdom principles.
The Global Kingdom Influencers Movement reaffirmed its vision to raise men and women who influence systems and structures with Kingdom values, equipping them to drive ethical leadership, excellence, and lasting impact across nations.
