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Despite ASUU Strike, Ikpeazu Charges New ABSU Governing Council On Seamless Academic Calendar (Photos)

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Despite ASUU Strike, Ikpeazu Charges New ABSU Governing Council On Seamless Academic Calendar (Photos)

Despite ASUU Strike, Ikpeazu Charges New ABSU Governing Council On Seamless Academic Calendar (Photos)

The governor of Abia state, Okezie Ikpeazu has inaugurated a new Governing Council for the state-owned State University, ABSU with a charge on them to ensure a seamless academic calendar.

Despite ASUU Strike, Ikpeazu Charges New ABSU Governing Council On Seamless Academic Calendar (Photos)
Governor Okezie Ikpeazu

The governor’s charge comes amidst four months strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities who among other things are calling for the implementation of the 2009 agreement with the federal government on funding of universities.

The inauguration which took place on Wednesday at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House Umuahia has Chief Mba Okoronkwo Ukariwe as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council.

Governor Ikpeazu charged them to lead out in the growth and development of the university as it occupies an important place in the comity of universities in the country, a release by the chief press secretary to the Governor, Onyebuchi Ememanka says.

The governor recalled that the institution grew from the 97th to 26th position in the country as well the second best State university in Nigeria, adding that it recently won an award from Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)

The release added, “He said that the sterling performance can only be sustained if students remain on campus with teaching and learning going on.

“The Governor disclosed that his administration recently released the sum of 200 million Naira while an additional 150 million Naira would be released in the next few days to support the University to pay three months salary of staff. He also assured that he would continue to discuss with the institution on the welfare of staff. According to him, his government has also taken steps to control security challenges around Uturu and urged the Uturu and the University community to support government’s effort in that regard. موقع كازينو 888

“Dr. Ikpeazu who expressed optimism that the institution would return to its rightful place under the new Council , assured that his government is committed to regular release of subventions. مراهنات المباريات He congratulated the Pro Chancellor and members of the Council and urged them to work together. لعبة الروليت في العراق

“Responding on behalf of other members, the Pro Chancellor and Chairman of the Council, Chief Mba Okoronkwo Ukariwe thanked the Governor for the honour done them and assured that they would not disappoint him but rather hit the ground running to restore normalcy in the university.

“Other members of the reconstituted Governing Council include Chief Obinna Njoku, Elder Chibuike Nwokeukwu, SAN, , Mrs Precious Achumba ,Chief Ndukwu Ndukwu, His Royal Highness, Eze Ogbonnaya Uwadiegwu, Mr Nwaro Kenneth Offor, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Education, Mr Eze Ajuzie and Principal Officers of the institution.

“The Deputy Governor, Sir Ude Oko Chukwu , members of the State Executive Council, Executive Chairman of Ohafia LGA, Dr. Okorafor Okorafor Ukiwe and other government functionaries witnessed the inauguration ceremony.”

Abia Former NURTW Chairman Laid To Rest As Gov. Ikpeazu Urges Family To Take Solace, Be Fearless

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Abia Former NURTW Chairman Laid To Rest As Gov. Ikpeazu Urges Family To Take Solace, Be Fearless
Governor Okezie Ikpeazu
Abia Former NURTW Chairman Laid To Rest As Gov. Ikpeazu Urges Family To Take Solace, Be Fearless
Governor Okezie Ikpeazu

Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu has expressed regret over the demise of former State Chairman of National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Sir Sunny Nwakodo, praying God to grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss.

Gov. Ikpeazu spoke at the burial ceremony conducted at St. Thomas Anglican Church, Umuana-Ndume, Ibeku community in Umuahia North LGA on Wednesday.

The governor said, at 60, the late Sir Nwakodo still had a lot to offer, condoling with the immediate family, Ndume Community, and Abians at large over the death and said when death occurs no one can question God, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Onyebuchi Ememanka quoted the Governor as saying in a statement.

He urged the children of the deceased and the extended family to remain strong in the Lord, praying that such death should not reoccur while enjoining them not to be afraid as the Lord would grant them the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

In their separate speeches, the Deputy Governor, Sir Ude Okochukwu, the Senator representing Abia Central at the National Assembly, Senator T. A Orji, and the member representing Umuahia East State Constituency at the State House of Assembly, Hon. Chukwudi Apugo extolled the sterling qualities of Sir Sunny Nwakodo including the fact that he was a very reliable man, the release added.

“They said that death is inevitable and the living must die one day and condoled with the family and entire Ndume community.

“In his sermon, Venerable Okwukwe Ucheagwu stressed the need for all to seek God and return to him, saying that the time to find God is now.

“In a funeral oration presented by one of his sons, Mr. Justice Nwakodo described their father as a hardworking man who was determined to succeed and affect his society positively. According to him, their late father, who served as the State Chairman of National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) as well as the Vice National Chairman of (NURTW) was a good man and maintained the reputable name of the family.

“In a vote of thanks, the first son of the family and PDP House of Assembly candidate for the Umuahia East State Constituency, Mr. Kelechi Nwakodo thanked the Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu and other sympathizers for coming to identify with them at their moment of grief and prayed God to bless them.

“Aged 60 years, Late Sir Chief Sunny Nwakodo was survived by his wife, Mrs. Rose Nwakodo, and four children among other relatives while the event attracted many dignitaries from all walks of life including the former First Lady of Abia State, Chief Mrs Mercy Orji, the PDP Governorship candidate, Professor Uche Ikonne, his running mate, Hon. Okey Igwe and members of the Uche Ndi Abia Campaign Organization amongst others.

“The funeral service was presided over by the Anglican Bishop of Umuahia, The Rt Rev Geoffrey Ibeabuchi,” the release concluded.

Veteran Journalist, John Chiahemen Is Dead

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Veteran Journalist, John Chiahemen Is Dead
Late John Chiahemen
Veteran Journalist, John Chiahemen Is Dead
Late John Chiahemen

John Neji Chiahemen, a former Thomson Reuters journalist, is dead.

His death was confirmed in a statement by his family on Wednesday.

The family said Chiahemen fought a valiant long battle with motor neuron disease (ALS)

“He died peacefully in Johannesburg, South Africa surrounded by his family.

“John is survived by his wife Winnie “Chizi” Chiahemen; daughters: Ide Wise (UK) Fanen Chiahemen (Canada), and Mimi Chiahemen (US); grandson, Finley Hemen Kanyin Wise (UK); son-in-law, Ben Wise (UK).

“He is also survived by brothers and sisters, including Tom Chiahemen, Abuja-based Media & PR Consultant and Publisher, NATIONAL ACCORD Newspaper, and larger family in Nigeria and Kenya. He will be greatly missed,” the statement added.

Abia Polytechnic: N450m Not Solution, Flushing Out PDP Government Way Out — Chikwe Udensi [VIDEO]

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Sir Chikwe Udensi
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Sir Chikwe Udensi

Interpol Systems Consultant and security expert, Sir Chikwe Udensi has said the solution to the de-registration of Abia State Polytechnic in Aba is not the release of N450m by the state government but by flushing out the leadership of PDP in the state.

He said the amount which was released yesterday by the government of the state is not enough to offset the 30 months salary arrears owed to the staff of the tertiary institution.

Speaking on Love FM Umuahia, streamed live on ABN TV at a political and current affairs programme on Wednesday, Udensi a chieftain of APGA said the rot in the Polytechnic is endemic and will not be cleaned just by the release of the said amount by the state governor, Okezie Ikpeazu.

While declining to unravel the outcome of investigation he said he carried out with the assistance of forensic auditors and specialists in education about the accounts of the school, Udensi said the problems of the school have been there since its creation.

According to him, given the opportunity he would carry out a massive re-organisation of the school and ensure that heads will roll, especially those responsible for the rot.

He said there is administrative inconsistencies and incompetences which he said is at the heart of the rot.

“This rot has remained in the Polytechnic for years, from the formation of the Polytechnic.

“One of the things I stumbled on in the process of our due diligence was very disturbing. I don’t know if it’s okay to say it now but in the process of employment, within one period of time, one Rector of the institution employed 105 persons and 95 of these 105 persons are from his clan,” he said.

He blamed inability of the state government to make informed decisions and lack of good understanding of the issues for the problem in Abia State Polytechnic.

He, therefore, called on Abians to flush out the government of PDP in the state and install the APGA which he spearheads, saying he is expert in systems.

He also took a swipe on the state government for alleging that the school bursar was responsible for the delay in the payment of the N450m intervention, saying the Commissioner for Education and governor ought to take the blame.

IGP Usman Warns Police Personnel Against Extortion, Indiscipline

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IGP Usman Warns Police Personnel Against Extortion, Indiscipline
IGP Usman Alkali Baba

The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, has warned police personnel in the country against extortion and other acts of indiscipline.

Baba gave the warning while addressing policemen  Wednesday at Police Headquarters in Gombe.

He said discipline and professionalism were the bedrock of policing, as such the service would not condone any act of corruption and indiscipline.

The I-G, therefore, told the police personnel to live up to expectations or lose their jobs.

Baba described extortion as a criminal offence, adding that “it’s serious and next to armed robbery, and such act have no place in the police.”

The IGP said he dismissed three policemen in the last three weeks for irresponsible behaviours.

“Any policeman holding a gun and extorting people on the road is no different from armed robber and we cannot be having glorified armed robbers,” he warned.

The IGP, however, commended police personnel for working hard to ensure security in the state and the country as a whole.

He urged them to strengthen inter-agency cooperation, including collaboration with traditional and community leaders, to enhance security and peace across the country.

The police boss directed the Gombe State Command to ensure the training and re-training of all personnel to keep them professionally fit to serve the nation better.

Baba was in the state for a three-day Security and Peace Summit convened by the state government to improve security in the state.

Borno APC Confirms Suspension Of Mohammed Kumalia

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Borno APC Confirms Suspension Of Mohammed Kumalia.

Borno APC Confirms Suspension Of Mohammed Kumalia.

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Borno State has confirmed the suspension of a former House of Representatives member and Minority Leader, Mohammed Kumalia.

Kumalia, who represented Maiduguri Metropolitan Federal Constituency twice was suspended Monday from his Limanti ward for alleged anti-party activities.

A letter addressed to Kumalia from the party signed by the State Publicity Secretary,  Alhaji Makinta Zarami, said the suspension has been endorsed by the State Working Committee of the party.

It said that the claim by Kumalia that he had already sent a letter of resignation before his suspension was an afterthought.

“Your purported letter of resignation dated 21st day of March 2022 was not received by the party in either the ward, local government, or state secretariats of the party.

”It is an afterthought on your part to cover up your deficiencies.

“The party further states that you remained suspended following all the allegations contained in the letter of suspension from Limanti ward,” Zarami said.

Some of the allegations leveled against Kumalia include taking the party to court in violation of article 21 (2)(xi) of the APC constitution 2022 as amended.

Others include consistent engagement in acts that are inimical to the party contrary to article 21(2), and gross indiscipline in contravention of article 21 (2) of the party constitution.

 

Caution Your Supporters Now – Tinubu Warns Peter Obi Over Fake News

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Caution Your Supporters Now – Tinubu Warns Peter Obi Over Fake News
Bola Tinubu And Peter Obi

The All Progressives Congress, APC presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu has called on his Labour Party opponent, Peter Obi, to caution his supporters against purveying fake news.

Speaking on behalf of Asiwaju, the Director of Media and Communications of the Tinubu Campaign Organisation (TCO), Bayo Onanuga alleged that the supporters of Obi have been disseminating fake news to the general public, damaging the reputation of the APC candidate.

Recall that a report emerged online a few days ago, that the Ghanian President, Nana Akufo-Addo wrote a letter to Asiwaju, asking him to step down and support Peter Obi and take care of his health.

The President had via his official Twitter handle, debunked the report, calling it fake news, stating that it is a product of deliberate mischief with the intent to deceive the public.

READ ALSO: Those Mocking Tinubu’s Health Will Have Their Own Shares — Nnamani

Reacting, the TCO media Director asked Obi to disavow his supporters who are employing fake news against the former Lagos State Governor.

“We have come to a point where it becomes imperative to tell Obi to show leadership and disavow his supporters who are employing fake news and disinformation as deliberate tools to deceive and poison the minds of unsuspecting Nigerians,” Onanuga stated.

Those Mocking Tinubu’s Health Will Have Their Own Shares — Nnamani

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Chimaroke Nnamani

The lawmaker representing the Enugu East Senatorial District at the red chamber, Senator Chimaroke Nnamani had condemned attacks on the All Progressive Congress, APC, and presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.

In a series of tweets on his verified Twitter handle, the former Enugu State governor described Tinubu as “the hardest working Politico of this generation”.

The lawmaker, however, said he would cast his vote for his party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and its candidate, Atiku Abubakar.

He took up the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, Ministry of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, and the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, saying they are “all first class with A-game always”.

The former governor condemned the attack on the alleged ill-health of the former Lagos governor, stating that those mocking Asiwaju may also have their shares later.

READ ALSO: Wike Will Need Grace Of God To Walk Free After 2023 Elections, If Tinubu Wins – APC Publicity Secretary

He wrote, “Fashola, Osinbajo, Aregbosola, Fayemi, etc. All first class with A-game always. I vigorously oppose, protest and detest the shameless campaigns and parody targeting Tinubu’s health.

“As a Health worker, I am amazed by the ignorance, foolishness, wickedness, and callousness of these idiotic operators.

“I believe they are unwarranted, extremely unprofessional, and have no place in our polity. As the GenZ grow and Nigeria merges with the new world, they will cry at the foibles of their progenitors. Get it folks, life is turn by turn.

“Since we all desire a better Nigeria, our politics should be grounded in facts and reliable evidence. This is the only way we can advance this nation. Ahmed Bola Tinubu is the MOST successful Governor in modern Nigeria bar none.

“While my vote is covered by the Umbrella per my Party PDP and our Candidate, HE Atiku Abubakar, I take a bow for the hardest working Politico of this generation. He patiently paid his dues.

“Guess what, the Igbo are not going anyway. Rather in the spirit of their fathers and forefathers more are pouring into Lagos every day. Tinubu is qualified to run for president of Nigeria in 2023 as there is no evidence that he has dementia”.

Wike Will Need Grace Of God To Walk Free After 2023 Elections, If Tinubu Wins – APC Publicity Secretary

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Wike Will Need Grace Of God To Walk Free After 2023 Elections, If Tinubu Wins - APC Publicity Secretary
Nyesom Wike

Wike Will Need Grace Of God To Walk Free After 2023 Elections, If Tinubu Wins - APC Publicity Secretary

The Rivers state All Progressives Congress, APC, Publicity Secretary, Chris Finebone, has declared that the Rivers state Governor, Nyesom Wike, will need the grace of God to walk free after 2023, if the All Progressives Congress, APC and its presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, win the presidential elections.

Finebone who made this declaration recently, while noting that this was why Wike was desperate for an alliance with Tinubu and the APC, argued that as things stood, the Rivers state Governor, needed protection post 2023.

In his words; “We know that the desperate party or side in this entire calculation is Wike. Reason is that head or tail with Atiku, he will lose. Assuming without conceding that Atiku wins, he will surely put away Wike in a cold manner. Wike understands this. In a scenario where Asiwaju/APC wins, Wike deserves the grace of God to walk free. He needs the protection post 2023 so badly”.

Notably, Finebone appears convinced that as things stand, only the alliance with Tinubu and APC, will help Wike remain relevant and protected politically after 2023.

FIFA To Change Qatar 2022 World Cup Kick Off Date

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FIFA To Change Qatar 2022 World Cup Kick Off Date

The world football governing body, FIFA, is set to change the commencement date of the Qatar 2022 World Cup.

The 2022 World Cup was originally scheduled to start on Monday, November 21 with Senegal playing the Netherlands in the curtain raiser of the tournament.

Hosts Qatar were also scheduled to play Ecuador that same day after the Three Lions of England face Iran.

However, FIFA has now made plans to reschedule Qatar’s game to Sunday, November 20 (4 pm GMT).

The change in schedule will not affect England’s game with Iran which will still take place the next day at 1pm GMT as previously announced.

But Senegal’s game against the Netherlands will now be played at 4 pm GMT on Monday when Qatar was originally supposed to play Ecuador.

FIFA wrote a letter to the Bureau of FIFA Council to effect the change.

“It has been a long-standing tradition of the World Cup to mark the start of the FIFA World Cup with an opening ceremony on the occasion of the first match featuring either the hosts or the defending champions, a factor that is considered to have significant value from a ceremonial, cultural and a commercial point of view.

“The FIFA administration has assessed the commercial and legal implications of the proposal- including the impact on the contractual commitments across media rights, sponsorship, and ticketing and hospitality- as well as the impact on traveling fans and, has determined that any risk is sufficiently outweighed by the value and benefits of the proposals.”

Qatar had refused to play in the opening game of the tournament at first, which was supposed to be at 1 pm local time on Monday, November 21.

The reason for the initial turning down of the first game is said to be because the country’s leader Emir Tamim bin Hamad wanted to have a fireworks display to celebrate Qatar’s first appearance at the FIFA World Cup.

He believed that the display could be affected if Qatar played in the day rather than in the evening.

However, the Qatar national team seems to have rescinded its decision.

Qatar is in Group A alongside Senegal, Netherlands, and Ecuador.

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