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Proprietor Slumps, Dies After Alleged Threat From QEOA Officials
Proprietor of Summerland Schools, Mushin, Lagos, Pastor Idowu Onifade has slumped and died two days after officials of Quality Assurance Office Lagos State Ministry of Education allegedly visited him and his teachers.
Pastor Onifade slumped and died at home following two days of alleged threat by OEQA officials to shut down his school over disagreement with some parents.
Onifade, who was the current chairman, National Association Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Mushin chapter, had a running battle with officials of OEQA from Mushin Local Government Area who visited his school on Monday and another set from Alausa on Tuesday, September 21 and 22nd.
The OEQA officials were allegedly invited by a parents that threatened to use their connection at Alausa to ensure the school is closed down over minor disagreement on school fee. Member, Board of Trustees of NAPPS, Prince Sakiru Raji told Daily Sun that after two days of harassment and threat to shut down Summerland Schools by OEQA officials, Onifade out of fear of what might happen in the school on Wednesday, decided to stay at home.
According to him, Onifade became agitated about the past two days incident, slumped and was rushed to Isolo General Hospital, where doctors confirmed him as dead on arrival (DOA).
Said he: ”It is high time NAPPS Lagos State reclaim her position in the scheme of things before proprietors and proprietresses are all sent to their untimely graves because of the excesses of Lagos State Government officials who are now wearing the toga of tin gods.
We are all aware of the untimely death of Pastor Idowu Onifade.
The officials of the Quality Assurance Department of the Lagos State Ministry of Education are highly culpable in the death of this our darling erstwhile chairman of Mushin local government chapter of NAPPS, Lagos State.”
Raji disclosed that the leadership and members of NAPPS in the chapter resolved at a meeting that schools in Mushin local government council should use the first three weeks to rush through the third term syllabus of 2019/2020 academic session and hold examination in the fourth week so as to give the children in their care a brushing before promoting them to the next classes. ”What more could a caregiver do than this? In return for this fantastic idea they agreed to charge a flat rate of N10,000 to cover lectures, printing of examination papers and token salary for the teachers.
Some of the parents of Summerland Schools, Mushin vehemently refused to pay the fee and threatened to bring down the gate and overrun the school. “Police were called in to restore orders but some particular set of parents boasted about their connections in Alausa and threatened to close down the school the next day.
True to their threats, eight officials of the OEQA stormed the school on Tuesday morning despite the fact that their Mushin local government office counterparts visited the same school on Monday, September 21, 2020.
They came with instructions and subjected the poor proprietor to another round of unnecessary harassment and intimidation.
“Under former Director, OEQA, Mrs. Ronke Soyombo, this did not happen yet the level of compliance was greater.
Why should a connected parent run the child’s school for the proprietor? This is absurd and cannot stand.
The commissioner for education should not just sit at Alausa and read reports sent to her by her officials without having a third opinion. “The era of impunity and official cover is over.
We shall fight this death until the culpable officers and their collaborators are brought to book.
The torture and ultimate death of Pastor Idowu Onifade will not and cannot be swept under the carpet by threat of court or intimidation by a faceless, useless, agent of government.”
The image maker of OEQA, Mr. Olaniran Emmanuel, in a statement said the agency has commenced investigation on the weighty allegation to ascertain the truth behind the death of Onifade.
His words: ”No doubt, a thorough investigation is required and a balance is important before issuing a statement. Be assured that the agency will speak soon after thorough investigation is concluded.”
A new video has emerged showing two men reportedly kidnapped by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, pleading for assistance to secure their release.
One of the captives, former Biu Local Government Area Chairman Hassan Biu Miringa, revealed that their abductors are demanding a $300,000 ransom.
Miringa said he and another individual were taken in December 2025 and have remained in the custody of the militants.
In the video shared by Zagazola Makama, Miringa introduced himself, saying: “I am Hassan Biu Miringa, former Chairman of Biu Local Government from 2020 to 2022. Four years after my tenure, we were kidnapped by the soldiers of Khilafa about two weeks ago. Alhamdulillah, we are still alive, but we urgently need help to save our lives.”
He added that negotiations with the kidnappers had been underway, with some preliminary agreements reportedly reached.
“We have engaged them on four separate occasions and reached an understanding. We appeal to our leaders, especially Borno State Deputy Governor Alhaji Usman Umar Kadafur, the National Assembly representative for Biu, Kwaya, and Shani Hon. Betera Aliyu, as well as our community leaders, to temper justice with mercy and assist us. We are their children and have been working together,” Miringa said.
He confirmed the ransom demand, explaining that each captive is expected to pay $150,000, totaling $300,000 for their freedom, and pleaded for urgent intervention to reunite with their families.
The video highlights ongoing concerns over kidnappings and insecurity in southern Borno State, which have persisted despite government efforts to curb insurgent activity in the region.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday visited Port Harcourt City Local Government as part of his “thank you” visit across Rivers State.
Upon his arrival, a group of women displayed a symbolic gesture of loyalty by spreading their wrappers on the ground for his motorcade.
The women and supporters of the Minister were in a jubilant mode as Wike drove on the wrappers.
Wike has been going around local governments in the state to appreciate them for their support while reeling out moves ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In the course of his visits, the Minister had fired several salvos at political actors in the state, warning that their sudden support for President Bola Tinubu won’t secure them any ticket in 2027.
Wike also renewed rivalry with Governor Sim Fubara over the leadership control of the political space in the state.
The Rivers State House of Assembly has officially reaffirmed that the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, are ongoing and have not been suspended.
The Assembly said the process is still ongoing and is being conducted strictly in line with constitutional provisions.
This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Enemi George.
According to the statement, the impeachment process, which began on Thursday, January 8, 2026, remains on course in line with the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).
The lawmakers disclosed that separate notices of allegations bordering on gross misconduct have been served on both the governor and his deputy in line with Section 188 of the Constitution.
“The notices of allegations of gross misconduct against the Governor and the Deputy Governor have been duly forwarded to them by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule, and the House is awaiting their responses,” the statement said.
The Assembly maintained that it is constitutionally obligated to act in the interest of the rule of law and ensure that no public office holder acts outside legal boundaries.
Reacting to reports suggesting that the impeachment move had been halted, the House accused some individuals and media outlets of deliberately spreading misinformation to mislead the public and stir tension between the legislature and Rivers residents.
The lawmakers described such reports as false and insisted they would not succumb to intimidation, threats, or blackmail.
“We are aware of renewed attempts by certain persons and media platforms to misinform the public by claiming that the impeachment process has been discontinued. The public should disregard such falsehoods, as the process remains active,” the statement added.
The Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to democratic principles and constitutional responsibilities, stressing that it would not be distracted by what it termed “cheap propaganda.”
It also appreciated the people of Rivers State for their support and prayers amid the ongoing political developments and extended goodwill to Nigerians committed to the nation’s democratic journey.
JomogNews reports that during Thursday’s plenary session, presided over by the Speaker, the Majority Leader, Major Jack, formally read the notice of allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Fubara on the floor of the House.
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