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No federal university is allowed to charge tuition fees — FG
Mr. David Adejo, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Education, has emphasized that no federal university within the country is permitted to impose tuition fees. Speaking during a public hearing held by the House of Representatives ad hoc committee on student loans in Abuja on August 15, Adejo expressed his concern over the regrettable recent surge in fees by federal universities across the nation. Adejo clarified that the fees collected by these institutions are designated to cover various services, including accommodation, ICT (Information and Communication Technology), and electricity bills. He further elaborated that the authority to approve such charges…
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Final year ESUT student found dead in her room as male friend reportedly battles for life
Mbah Ezinne, a final-year student at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), was tragically discovered deceased in her room. The somber incident took place on July 31, 2023, after she failed to attend her church service as usual. Mbah Samson, one of her brothers, recently shared a Facebook post by Akalu Moon on August 14, 2023, which accused Anita Josephine Ogona of tarnishing the late Ezinne’s reputation online. This post also suggested that Ezinne might have been a victim of foul play. Reports suggest that the young woman had been an active member of her church community. Just…
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Two million Naira part of running cost of the office of each Senator as provided for in the 2023 budget – NASS management
On Tuesday, the administration of the National Assembly responded to the contentious “enjoyment allowance” disbursed to Senators and House of Representatives members ahead of their extended recess starting last week Monday. Issuing a statement to the press on Tuesday, Dr. Ali Umoru, the Secretary of Research and Information, clarified that the payment made to legislators in both the upper and lower chambers had been misconstrued. Dr. Umoru deemed such misinterpretation regrettable, as the funds were simply part of the lawmakers’ standard operational expenses for running their offices as mandated by their statutory allocations. “The attention of the Management of the…
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President Tinubu reportedly bars Asari Dokubo from visiting Aso Rock
President Tinubu has taken the step of prohibiting former leaders of Niger Delta militant groups from visiting him at the presidential villa in Abuja. According to Leadership magazine, this decision was made following a visit by Mujarhedeen Asari-Dokubo, the leader of the now-defunct Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force (NDPVF), on June 16, 2023. Sources reveal that President Tinubu was concerned about the public statements and actions of Asari-Dokubo following their meeting. The President was troubled that Asari-Dokubo’s verbal attacks and militant activities in the Niger Delta region were subsequently associated with him after their encounter in June. It’s worth recalling…
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N2 million given to senators is not a big deal, it’s even too small for them – Stephanie Coker’s husband, Olumide Aderinokun says
Businessman and politician, Olumide Aderinokun, expressed his opinion that the N2 million ‘enjoyment allowance’ provided to senators is not a significant matter. Aderinokun, who is married to media personality Stephanie Coker, shared his perspective on Twitter on Tuesday, August 15th. He went on to state that the sum of money is even insufficient for the role of a senator. According to his tweet, “The 2m that was given to senators isn’t a big deal. It is even too small for a senator. What can a family man do with 2m Naira($2k). Why are we making it a big deal. But…
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’In the next three months, if the economic hardship doesn’t end, Nigerians will bring the country to a total shutdown – Primate Ayodele tells Tinubu
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a warning that Nigerians will take matters into their own hands and bring the country to a standstill if President Bola Ahmed Tinubu doesn’t address the prevailing economic challenges within the next three months. He emphasized that people won’t wait for the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) or any other organization to organize protests; rather, they will independently flood the streets to voice their grievances against the government. In a statement released by his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Ayodele stressed that if the president doesn’t offer a lasting solution…
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Don’t grant Ifeanyi Ejiofor visa – Simon Ekpa writes embassies in Nigeria over insecurity in southeast
Simon Ekpa, self-acclaimed disciple of IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu has recommended that foreign Embassies in Nigeria refrain from issuing a visa to Ifeanyi Ejiofor due to concerns about the security situation in the southeastern region. He asserted that Ejiofor should be held accountable for the security challenges faced in the southeastern region He wrote; “To All Foreign Embassies Operating in Nigeria Ref: Barr. IFEANYI EJIOFOR AND FAMILY. We wish to inform all foreign embassies operating in Nigeria that Barr. Ifeanyi Ejiofor is planning to come to any of your embassies to seek visas for himself and his family to travel…
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Stop advocating for a coup in Nigeria, a more prosperous society can still be won within the context of democracy – Shehu Sani tells Nigerians
Former lawmaker Senator Shehu Sani remains hopeful about the revival of Nigeria’s democracy. Recalling recent statements from the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), which reiterated contentment within the military and denied coup plans in Nigeria, Sani made his sentiments clear on social media. The DHQ Director of Defence Information, Tukur Gusau, had expressed dissatisfaction with reports alleging welfare concerns within the armed forces, emphasizing that such reports were suggesting military intervention in the nation’s democracy. In a social media post on Monday, Sani, a social critic as well, urged fellow citizens who advocate, solicit, or provoke a coup in the country to…
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First Lady hosts D’tigresses, Super Falcons at Presidential Villa
On Monday, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, welcomed the members of the Nigerian female football team, the Super Falcons, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Following their elimination from the current FIFA Women’s World Cup, which is jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand, the Super Falcons suffered a defeat via penalties against the English team on August 7. The First Lady had previously organized a similar gathering with the triumphant Nigerian female basketball team, D’Tigresses, on the previous Monday. She has been consistently supporting Nigerian female sports figures by hosting them and boosting their morale.
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Emefiele did not act without the authorization of the President, don’t make him a scapegoat – Tunde Bakare
Cleric Tunde Bakare has urged the Federal government not to make the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, a scapegoat. Emefiele has been held in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) since his arrest on June 10, just hours after his suspension by President Tinubu. Emefiele faces charges from the Federal Government related to illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. After being granted bail by the court, the Federal Government filed an application on August 3 to seek leave to appeal against the bail order for the suspended CBN governor. In response,…
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Nigeria would have been affected by a disaster if we didn’t take over – Niger Coup plotters claim
General Abdourahmane Tchiani, the junta leader who orchestrated the Nigerien government’s takeover, has asserted that the military intervention in his country prevented an impending calamity in Nigeria. Following a meeting between Islamic scholars and President Bola Tinubu at the presidential villa in Abuja on Friday, discussions were held with Tchiani in Niamey on Saturday, August 12. Sheik Bala Lau, Chairman of Jam’atul Izalatu Bida Waikamatu Sunnah, revealed that Tchiani suggested the coup was carried out with good intentions. Tchiani purportedly stated that the coup was executed to avert an impending danger that could have affected Niger Republic and Nigeria. The…
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Defection: There is no IDP in APC, respect your boss – Oshiomhole tells Edo deputy governor, Shuaibu
Adams Oshiomhole, a senator from Edo State, has responded to the reported intention of Philip Shaibu, the current Deputy Governor of the state, to switch allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Shaibu and Governor Godwin Obaseki have recently been in a publicized conflict, resulting in the Deputy Governor initiating legal action to halt any potential impeachment proceedings against him. Shaibu has also asserted that his executive responsibilities have been hindered by the Governor. Governor Obaseki has countered these claims, denying any intentions to impeach his deputy. He has further alleged that Shaibu’s legal action, as a member of the…
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