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Resign and go back to farming – ASUU tells Nwajiuba
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has urged the Minister of State for Education, Mr. Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, to resign as minister and engage in farming. The Chairman of ASUU, University of Ibadan chapter, Prof Ayo Akinwole, stated this in a statement in Ibadan while reacting to the minister’s criticism of the union on Tuesday. The minister in an interview on Monday had suggested farming to the lecturers, who are currently on strike. He insisted that the striking lecturers cannot dictate how they should be paid by their employers. Reacting to the statement, Professor Akinwole stated that the minister has…
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EndSARS: The Nigerian Army and Police were created to kill Black People and protect Western interest – Seun Kuti
Nigerian singer, Seun Kuti has shared his thoughts about the #EndSARS campaign which has been on the lips and hearts of every Nigerian Speaking in an Instalive video, Seun Kuti stated that some rich Nigerians and celebrities at the forefront of the campaign all have policemen they use to oppress fellow citizens. He further stressed that the Nigerian army and police were created to kill black people and protect Western interest and nothing has been done to change that. Recounting how Niger-Delta activist Isaac Boro was killed by soldiers acting on orders of a foreign company, the singer stated that…
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I cannot enter mosque and pray for Buhari no matter how much I love him – Sule Lamido
Former governor of Jigawa State, Dr Sule Lamido says no matter how much he loves president Buhari he cannot go to the mosque to pray for him or advice him on how to better the lives of Nigerians. Speaking to BBC Hausa on the sidelines of Nigeria’s 60th Independence anniversary, Lamido stated that he cannot pray or advise someone who chased his party out of power. “You can’t say in the past 60 years of our independence that there is no progress, there is. But, honestly, our leaders are not taking advantage of the natural resources we have in the…
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Ogun Governor appoints BBN’s Laycon as Youth Ambassador
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun has appointed 26-year-old Big Brother Naija winner, Olamilekan Laycon Agbeleshe as a youth ambassador. The governor also announced a gift of three bedroom bungalow and N5million for him. He made the announcement in Abeokuta, the state capital when he hosted Laycon at the executive chamber of the governor office in the State capital. “Once again, I congratulate you and on this note, I hereby appoint you as Youth Ambassador of Ogun State. I look forward to working with you to be a model of good character, excellence, good virtues, calmness, integrity that are general attributes…
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Ignore police officers not wearing their uniforms -Frank Mba
Police Spokesperson, Frank Mba has insisted on the seriousness of the SARS ban. Speaking with Naira Marley during an Insta-live chat he noted that every reform that has been rolled out in the wake of the outcry against the police unit will be strictly adhered to, adding that every erring police officer will be dealt with. Frank Mba who affirmed that it is not a criminal act for youths to have tattoos, dreadlocks and dress any way they want advised Nigerians to record erring officers as long as they are safe and also ignore police officers who are not wearing…
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Court suspends Hushpuppi’s trial
The trial of Ramon Abbas a.k.a Hushpuppi has been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Chambers orders of Judge Otis Wright released on September 23, revealed that the jury trial will continue by 9:00 a.m. on May 4, 2021. Hushpuppi had pleaded not guilty to the four-count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering conspiracies, international money laundering and engaging in monetary transactions in property derived from specified unlawful activity. If convicted, the Instagram big boy might spend the next 20 years in the U.S federal prison.
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Naira Marley cancels EndSARS Protest, gives Police one Week to see changes
Naira Marley has cancelled the EndSARS protest that was set to hold today, October 6 and he has also given the police force one week to take prompt action. Naira Marley had tweeted “We won’t be protesting anymore because there’s a lot of changes being made right now. As a Marlian we will give them a week to see the changes and if there’s no changes we will start a mass protest. #togetherwecan” This however did not go down well with some Nigerians as they expressed disappointment at the development.
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Lawmaker, Akin Alabi files motion to dissolve SARS
Akin Alabi, a member of the house of representatives from Oyo state has filed a motion to dissolve the special anti-robbery squad (SARS) of the Nigeria police force. The lawmaker who noted that the security agency has made headlines in recent times “over ceaseless killings and attacks on innocent citizens”, added that SARS operatives have become so lawless that even the police inspector-general can no longer contain their excesses. Alabi further stated that there is enough evidence in the public domain to proscribe SARS immediately. “Policing in Nigeria continues to fall short of modern practices where citizens should be treated…
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God says it’s time for Igbo presidency in Nigeria – former Anambra Governor, Ezeife
Former Anambra state Governor, Chukwuemeka Ezeife has stated that God has willed it that it is time for an Igbo president to emerge. Speaking during the summit for the grand opening of the Global Movement for Igbo Presidency 2023 at the Prof Akunyili Women Development Centre, Awka, Anambra State on Monday, October 5, he made it known that an Igbo president is the best option for Nigeria’s development. “It appears God in heaven is saying it is time for a Nigerian President of Igbo extraction. Other Nigerians seem to believe in Igbo president more than the Igbo people. Igbos are…
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Be patient with laws you don’t like – Buhari tells Nigerians
President Muhammadu Buhari has told Nigerians who are uncomfortable with certain laws to remain patient and seek reform where necessary. Buhari stated this on Monday, while declaring open a two-day joint Executive/Legislative leadership retreat at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The President explained that the processes and procedures involved in law making are ever evolving. He however, assured Nigerians that the intentions of his administration are in their best interest. “Let me also remind our common patriots, gentlemen and women, that the processes of lawmaking and governance are dynamic and ever evolving. I will seek their indulgence to be patient with…
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Buhari approves payment of stipends and automatic employment for education graduates
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the payment of stipends to Bachelor of Education students, as well as granting them automatic employment after graduation. Speaking during World Teachers Day event in Abuja, the minister of Education, Adamu Adamu who represented the president said it is now a Federal government policy. The president also assured the education students in Universities and Colleges of Education automatic employment upon graduation. “The payment of stipends to Bachelor of Education students, as well as granting them automatic employment after graduation is now a government policy,” he said. The President said that the Tertiary Education Fund (TETFUND)…
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Restructuring: I won’t succumb to pressure ― Buhari
With the increasing calls for the restructuring of the country, President Muhammadu Buhari has stated he would not be intimidated into making any hasty decision over the matter, and he won’t succumb to pressure. This was contained in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the President, Garba Shehu, on Sunday night. In the statement, the Presidency warned that no action would be taken out of pressure, noting that all attention is needed to tackle the coronavirus at this time. The statement said: “The presidency responds to the recurring threats to the corporate existence of…
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