COEASU urges IPPIS promoters to emulate JAMB registrar 

The Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU) has challenged the promoters of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS) to emulate JAMB registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede and apologise to Nigerians for failure of the payment platform.

The registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Oloyede had apologised to candidates who sat for the 2025 UTME over errors witnessed during the examination.

President of COEASU, Dr Smart Olugbeko, while commending JAMB registrar, Professor Oloyede for his sincerity and responsible leadership, urged other public servants to own up to their actions if necessary.

Dr Olugbeko further sympathised with JAMB, the parents and candidates who sat for the 2025 examination, adding that the errors had caused significant emotional trauma to the students and their parents.

The statement reads: “We acknowledge that JAMB has made significant strides in recent years, leveraging technology to enhance the examination process. However, the recent errors highlight the limitations of technology and the need for diligence and care in its deployment.”

Lagos: Police arrest guardian, 4 others for selling 2-week-old baby

By Oguntade Ismaila

Lagos

Operatives from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) of the Lagos state Police command have apprehended five suspects, including the victim’s guardian, for the abduction and sale of a two-week-old baby boy.

The case originated on May 5, 2025, at Ajah Division, where a report was filed regarding the disappearance of 16-year-old Miss Happiness, who was pregnant. Investigations revealed that due to financial difficulties, Miss Happiness’s mother entrusted her care to Nonye Osi (female) for accommodation until delivery. However, Osi allegedly conspired with others to move Miss Happiness to an undisclosed location, where she was later found without her baby.

Following the case’s transfer to the SCID, diligent investigation led to the arrest of Osi, Akintan Adedayo (female), Jimoh Bashiru (male), Elizabeth Bishop (female), and Bukola Oladapo (female). These suspects are accused of conspiring to sell the two-week-old baby boy for three million naira.

Through persistent efforts, detectives successfully located and recovered the stolen infant in Agemuwo, Badagry area. The baby was found safe and is currently under the care of the Gender/Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, who are ensuring his well-being pending reunification with his biological mother.

The Lagos state Police command, through its Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, reiterated its unwavering commitment to the safety and security of all residents, as investigations continue to bring all individuals involved in the crime to justice.