By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Musa Chiroma, the Acting Registrar of the College for Legal Studies in Yola has been ordered to pay N1m as damages for slapping a married female lecturer, Fadimatu Mus.

The order was given by the Chief Magistrate Court 3 sitting in Yola, Adamawa State.

The court later discharged him after he paid the N1 million as damages to the lecturer, Mrs. Fadimatu Musa.

Apart from the N1 million in damages and an additional N80,000 as the cost of prosecution, the acting registrar was also required to tender a written apology and an undertaking not to victimize or assault the complainant again.

It was after the court, presided over by Chief Magistrate Uwani Danladi, acknowledged the fulfillment of these orders that the matter was struck out, and the defendant was discharged.

The acting registrar was first arraigned before the court on May 13, 2024, charged with assault, criminal force to deter a public servant from discharging her lawful duty, and voluntarily causing hurt, contrary to sections 244 and 219 of the Penal Law 2018.

According to the First Information Report, Chiroma had, on April 15, 2024, assaulted the Assistant Chief Lecturer, who was also the Chairman of the Task Force Committee for the Enforcement of Payment of School Fees in the institution.

He was reported to have beaten Fadimatu because she prevented a student from writing an examination due to his failure to pay the mandatory fees.

During the resumed court proceedings, Inspector Abubakar Nurudeen appeared for the prosecution, and S. N. Agaecheta represented the defendant, while the Head of the Public Sector Committee of the Nigeria Bar Association Women Forum, Mrs. Fatima Bello Raji, was present to ensure justice.

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Daniel Dubois has knocked out Anthony Joshua in round four to retain his International Boxing Federation (IBF) world heavyweight title.

Dubois demolished Joshua in four rounds and won all five rounds.

Daniel Dubois delivered a stunning knockdown to Anthony Joshua in the first round but was saved by the bell.

He delivered a knockout to Joshua in the fifth round, successfully defending his IBF heavyweight world title.

Details shortly…

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Monday, 23 September 2024 has been declared a public holiday by the Kano Government.

The holiday is to mark the 7th day of Maulud Nabiy, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).

This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Baba Halilu Dantiye, issued to the press on Friday.

According to the statement, Governor Abba Yusuf called on the Muslim Ummah to deeply reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).

He stressed that the Prophet’s life serves as a timeless guide for promoting peace, justice, humility, and compassion in both personal and communal spheres.

“The Prophet’s teachings are a beacon of mercy and righteousness that should be integrated into everyday life,” he added.

Yusuf urged the Muslim community to remain steadfast in adhering to the Qur’an and Sunnah.

“In the face of current moral and social challenges, it is vital for Muslims to return to the essence of Islam by reflecting the moral character of Prophet Muhammad. His life is a model of integrity, honesty, and service to humanity,” he said.

While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Maulud Nabiy celebration, the governor implored them to use the occasion to pray for peace and prosperity in the state and the nation.