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ASUU Gives Update On Planned Strike, Slams Buhari Over Supervision Of MoA

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said maintained it will soon embark on the indefinite strike should the federal government fail to meet its demands.
A communique made available to newsmen on Monday evening revealed that the academic union and the National Executive Council will meet at the University of Lagos on February 12 and 13.

ASUU is demanding that the Federal Government implement the Memorandum of Action it signed with the union last year.

According to the Chairman of the Kwara State University branch, Malete, Dr Salau Sheu, the federal government is shying away from its responsibility by asking ministers to oversee the implementation of the MoA.

The academician faulted President Muhammadu Buhari for assigning two ministers to oversee the implementation of the Memorandum of Action signed last year with ASUU.

ASUU said: “First, the assigned ministers are not part of the agreement. Only the ministers of Finance and Education were part of the agreement.

“ASUU is having its National Executive Council meeting at the University of Lagos on February 12 and 13.

“If nothing is done by the government between now and then, the lecturers may go on strike.”

Naija News reports that ASUU had earlier declared Monday, February 7, 2022, as a lecture-free day.

This is as the academic union maintained its energy towards embarking on another industrial action following its lingering loggerhead with the federal government.

The Monday lecture-free day Naija News understands is to help the varsity association to sensitize members of the public on its disagreement with the government.

Source: Naija News

Hushpuppi: FG, US Discussing Extradition Of Abba Kyari – Malami

The Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, on Monday disclosed that the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government and the United States government are discussing the possible extradition of the suspended head of the Intelligence Response Team, DCP Abba Kyari.
Abba Kyari is being probed over his alleged role in a $1m scam allegedly perpetrated by disgraced internet fraudster Ramon Abbas, popularly known as Hushpuppi and five others.

According to Malami, some reasonable grounds for suspicion have been established against Kyari.

The minister disclosed this on Monday while speaking during an interview on Channels TV.

Malami said, “It is an issue that has international and national dimensions. Actions have been taken, it is a work-in-process locally and internationally and we are doing whatever it takes to ensure justice is done within the context of the law regardless of the personalities that are involved.

“When criminality is involved, Nigeria and US naturally work together when there are elements of the offences that have taken place in the diverse jurisdictions. So, Nigeria is doing the needful by way of supporting what America is doing for the purpose of ensuring that the cases are tried accordingly within the context of the American context of it. And then, eventually, if there is need for local prosecution, nothing stops it.”

The Minister when asked about the probe of Kyari said, “There are a lot of issues that are ongoing inclusive of the possibility of consideration for extradition. That is where the collaboration element of it comes into play.”

Asked if a request for Kyari’s extradition had been made by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation, he said, “There could be a need or perhaps the possibility of making such request.

“As far as I am concerned, the parties are discussing, the parties are collaborating, there are exchanges of correspondence from the perspective of investigation, from the perspective of extradition, and associated things.

“Reasonable grounds for suspicion have been established and that will eventually translate to the possibility of prosecution and conviction if indeed one is adjudged guilty by the law.”

PDP Vice Chairman’s Wife, 10 Others Abducted In Abuja

The wife of the Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Gwargwada Ward, Kuje Area Council, Asabe Mohmmed Koriya has been kidnapped by gunmen.
Koriya was kidnapped on Friday at about 5 pm alongside ten others.

A relation of one of the victims identified as Salihu Ibrahim disclosed that they were abducted along Gwargwada-Gwombe junction near the Rubochi community.

According to Ibrahim, the victims were abducted while returning to Gwombe and Pesu villages after attending a political function at the neighbouring Gwargwada village.

He further stated that the kidnappers who were more than 30 in number, barricaded the road with logs of wood, flagged down motorcycles and whisked the victims into the bush.

Ibrahim said, “But two other persons who were on a motorcycle escaped. Upon sighting the kidnappers, they abandoned the motorcycle and fled into the bush but the kidnappers set the motorcycle ablaze.”

The Agabe of Gwargwada-Ugbada, Hussaini Agabi Mam, confirmed the abduction of 11 people, including the wife of the PDP ward chairman of the area.

He said, “Three of the victims are from my place, four from Pesu while the remaining victims are from the neighbouring Gwombe village.”

The monarch disclosed that the kidnappers called at about 9 am on Monday to inform them that the victims are in their den.

He added that they demanded twenty-five million Naira ransom before the victims will be set free.

The monarch noted that one of the victims told the kidnappers that no one among the victims can afford one hundred thousand Naira not to talk of raising a million naira.

He noted that the kidnappers had since stopped picking calls.

Source: Naija News

ASUU Urges Nigerians To ‘Call FG To Order’ To Avoid Another Prolonged Strike

The Academic Staff Union of Universities has urged concerned Nigerians and lovers of education to prevail on the Federal Government to implement the agreements it reached with the union in order to avert another round of industrial action.

The union said its members were already tired of the alleged insincerity of the Federal Government over the agreements.

The Chairman of ASUU in Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Dr Biodun Olaniran and Secretary, Dr Toyin Abegunrin, said this in a statement issued after the congress of the union which was held on Monday.

The union said it had resolved to embark on an indefinite strike should the Federal Government failed to implement the agreements within a specific period of time.

While asking “Nigerians to prevail on the Federal Government to avert the impending strike’, the union said its decision to give the government enough time to implement the agreements reached with it since 2009 had portrayed it as a toothless bulldog.

The statement read, “Our Union, ASUU, is using this medium to call upon the Federal Government (FG) of Nigeria once again to implement the agreement it (FG) has signed with ASUU. It is unfortunate to mention that the FG signed agreement with the ASUU since 2009 but the agreement is not implemented till date.

” The agreement was renegotiated in the name of peace. But to our dismay, the government has refused to sign the renegotiated agreement. In order to make the implementation of the agreement easy for the FG, the union has limited its demand to only three:

Signing/implementation of the renegotiated agreement of 2009. Adoption of the University Transparency and Accountability Software (UTAS) instead of the controversial IPPIS.

“Conclusions on these matters have been reached with the government several months ago but yet, the FG is avoiding the final stage of signing the agreement. All the FG was doing is promising all the time. The FG has taken the union for a toothless bulldog that can only bark but cannot bite. We, as a union have taken time to pull the long rope with the government until our patience is completely exhausted.

“Our union is tired of the merry-go-round approach devised by the government about the same issues. We can no longer tolerate the swinging pendulum (with a declining amplitude) attitude the government set for us.

“We have endured enough with such insincerity. We have resolved to embark on indefinite strike action if government failed to yield to our demands within a specified period of time. The union therefore, is using this medium to call on the well-meaning Nigerians and the general public to call the FG to order in this respect, and that it (government) should respect its agreement with ASUU.”

Joe Igbokwe attacks Sowore for non-stop criticism of tinubu

Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), on Monday condemned Omoyele Sowore, a former presidential candidate, for ‘wasting his precious gift of time on acrimony and division, pull him Down syndrome, armchair criticism, unsubstantiated allegations’ against oppositions.

Igbokwe was reacting to Sowore’s latest criticism of Bola Tinubu, the APC National Leader, who just returned from the United Kingdom (UK).

In photos circulating on the internet, Tinubu, 69, had appeared in a stylish wear, looking youthful.

Sowore took to his verified Facebook page to quote: “You can fool some people sometimes, but you can’t fool all the people all the time #WeCantContinueLikeThis,” to which Igbokwe responded: “it is not good to continue to waste your precious gift of time on acrimony and division, pull him Down syndrome, armchair criticism, unsubstantiated allegations etc.”

The former Lagos governor arrived the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Sunday.

Recall this newspaper had reported how Tinubu jetted out of the country in January after weeks of consultations across the country over his 2023 presidential ambition.

He was rumoured to have visited the European country to rest and undergo medical checkup, while a source in his camp said he went to visit his family in the UK.

Tunde Rahman, Tinubu’s media aide, later said his principal went to the UK for “meetings and consultations”.

While in London, he had meetings with the UK chapter of the APC.

In January, Tinubu visited President Muhammadu Buhari during which he announced his intention to contest the presidency in 2023.

‘Jagaban Looking Younger’ – Reactions Trail Tinubu’s Return To Nigeria From UK

Several reactions have trailed the return of presidential hopeful, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinibu, to the country after spending 10 days in London, United Kingdom.
Naija News reports that the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) returned to the country on Sunday afternoon ahead of the party’s national convention slated for February 26.

In a post released by his media aide, Tunde Rahman said the former Lagos governor arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.

Rahman, while sharing a photo of his arrival on his social media page, said: “Asiwaju Tinubu on his return this evening from a trip abroad…”

Recall that Tinubu had in January declared his intention to contest in the 2023 presidential election after a visit to President Muhammadu Buhari.

Tinubu had after consulting widely travelled to the UK in what many reports claimed was for medical vacation.

His aides however debunked such reports, stressing that the former governor was in the UK for further consultation.

However, Nigerians have taken to Twitter to drop their views regarding the return of the former Lagoa governor to the country.

See some of the reactions below:

@NamebeKC wrote: “In other climes, presidential hopefuls go back to their ancestral home for consultations. But your Lion chose to go to the UK.”

@neneaboh wrote: “The UK is now the Capital of Nigeria where consultations pertaining to Nigeria is done?
Please give us lies that make sense.”

@DrAdamuGZang wrote: “We the supporters and card-carrying members of the APC heartily welcome our leader and presidential hopeful back home.”

@steveose wrote: “What kind of consultation? Is this how this country will progress? is Nigeria capital in the UK? Please stop supporting the mortgaging of Nigeria’s future. Same way Buhari went to consult in UK in 2015 and here we are.”

@LordJayvo wrote: “Liking this new Tinubu who so ever is advising him to look smart n younger by dressing like this just to fool the youth n the citizen that he is still healthy n firm deserves chocolate. But as for me ooo, na who I go vote for I don know if u like dress like 2pas e no go shake me.”

@akhator15 wrote: “Consultations indeed. Who did he meet with? The doctors and the nurses. Did you meet with Nigerians in UK? Stop telling lies as you will be caught one day.”

@nickleke wrote: “A sartorial consultation was taken too seemingly. Pet peeve for me…the people who’re on his campaign haven’t seen fit to adjust his clothing to fitting smart wear. This isn’t Lagos PDP vs APC. Make an effort to introduce some virility into the man’s outlook. It sells.”

Source: Naija News

Checkers Custard Unveils Toyin Abraham-Ajeyemi As New Brand Ambassador

Nigeria’s number custard brand, Checkers Custard, has unveiled popular Nollywood actress and producer, Toyin Abraham-Ajeyemi, as its new brand ambassador.
The unveiling was held at Checkers Custard headquarters in the Mushin area of Lagos State.

Presenting Toyin to newsmen at her unveiling last Friday, Karan Checker, the Managing Director of Checkers Africa Limited, described the event as a dream come true for the organisation.

He stated that the versatile actress has had an illustrious and blossom career that has spanned more than a decade, with unmistaken passion and excellent delivery in every of her appearance.

On the shared valued of Toyin Abraham and Nigerians favourite Checkers Custard, Mr Checkers described the brand as a pace setter with the best quality, adding that the Nollywood actress possesses similar attributes.

He pointed out that Checkers various flavours of vanilla, banana and milk 3-in-1 is also similar to Toyin Abraham’s all round excellent and ambitious acting talent.

Toyin Abraham-Ajeyemi posing with Checkers Custard 3-in-1 and Vanila flavours.

Karan Checker said: “Checkers Custard started small and has grown to be Nigeria’s brand of choice and so as Toyin on our screen, tablets, billboards – everywhere media, word of mouth and eyes can reach.

“We share these things in common and we, the management of Checkers Africa Limited, said it is time we take the bull by the horn to formalise our relationship with Toyin, who has been a long standing lover of Checkers Custard.”

Also speaking at her unveiling, the popular Nollywood actress, who was at the event with her husband and team, expressed happiness joining a brand that is already a household name.

While saying she was happy they decided to work with her brand, Toyin Abraham described Checkers Custard as the best family food in Nigeria.

“I am not exaggerating, my husband takes custard every morning. My family likes all the flavours of Checkers Custard,” she said.

Toyin Abraham promised the management of Checkers Custard to always give her best as a brand ambassador and as family, stressing that she is proud because it is a good product which will be very easy to promote.

She however urged Checkers Custard management to take the complains and suggestions of consumers very seriously, insisting that “customers are always right“.

JUST IN: Sheikh Habeeb Al-Ilory suffers stroke, slumps during sermon in Ilorin

Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Al-Ilory, the administrator of Markaz Agege Arabic and Islamic Training Institute, Lagos, suffered a stroke during a sermon in Ilorin, Kwara State.

It was learnt that the incident happened last Thursday during the wedding ceremony of a daughter of an erstwhile Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Salhiu Modibbo Alfa Belgore.

It was gathered that Habeeb who dressed to the occasion in a white Agbada and green cap had barely started the sermon when he collapsed.

According to an eyewitness, who gave his name as Yinusa, the whole scenario lasted for about two hours after the cleric arrived at the event.

At the event, minutes before Sheikh Habeeb collapsed Per Daily Trust, Habeeb was admitted at the Stroke Unit of the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH). He is currently at the place.

It is understood that he is getting better.

Woman kills husband’s nephew with knife

A 30-year-old housewife, Cynthia Olukiowu, in the Jafa Agbado area of Ogun State, has been arrested for allegedly stabbing one Habeeb Aremu, 18, a nephew of her husband, to death over a broken mirror.

The woman was arrested on Saturday by policemen attached to Agbado divisional headquarters.

It was learnt that a misunderstanding ensued between the two when a mirror being used in the house got broken and the deceased was alleged to have broken it.

The allegation sparked a heated disagreement between the deceased and the suspect, who allegedly pulled a kitchen knife and stabbed him in the neck. He slumped and died afterwards.

Police spokesman, Abimbola Oyeyemi, said the victim was found in a pool of blood and rushed to hospital where he was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.

BREAKING: Senegal Beat Seven Times Champion To Lift First AFCON Trophy

Senegal have lifted their first CAF African Cup of Nations after defeating Egypt in the 2021 nations cup in Cameroon on Sunday.

Egypt, the most successful national team in the continent, lost in the final against Senegal, a side that have not won the AFCON since inception.

Senegal have made 16 appearances in the AFCON without securing the continent’s most prestigious football title.

The Pharaohs of Egypt have won seven AFCON titles.

The Lions of Teranga missed an early chance to clear the coast for their first victory in the tournament’s final.

Mohamed Abdelmonem clumsily brought down Saliou Ciss in the penalty box in the 4th minute, but Sadio Mane fluffed his penalty just minutes into the final.

The 29-year-old Liverpool star went for power with his spot kick but Egypt’s goalkeeper, Gabaski punched the ball to the corner.

Both teams were keen on winning the title with Senegal more determined to lift their first AFCON title.

The match was dragged into the extra time and saw Senegal dominate the possession and shots.

But the match was decided by penalty shootouts.

Abdelmonem missed Egypt’s second penalty, while Sarr also missed his, thereby leveling the scoreline.

Egypt’s M. Lasheen also missed his penalty giving Senegal a 4-2 lead on penalties.