ODUDUWA NEWS has gathered that missing Ogun State teacher, Mrs Adeboye Olubukonla Arike, who was kidnapped on Monday 9th January, 2023 on her way to school for resumption has been found.
It was learnt that the said teacher returned game safely by herself after a long search by the family members.
Recall, the Nigeria Union of Teachers, Ogun State chapter had made a statement some weeks ago notifying the public of the missing member of its Union.
IIt has not been confirmed whether there was an evidence of ransom payment before the kidnapped teacher finally regained freedom.
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, CON, has suspended the Chairman, Governing Council of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Mr. Banji Alabi.
The suspension followed the report of the Visitation Panel that Alabi refused to honour its invitation on several occasions.
The Governor announced the suspension while receiving the report of the 7-member Visitation Panel to the Polytechnic.
According to the Governor, “the Chairman stands suspended until I hear from him.”
Submitting the Panel report on Thursday at the Governor’s Office, Alagbaka Akure, the Chairman, Professor Olabode Kolade Koriko, appreciated Governor Akeredolu for finding it necessary to constitute the Panel.
Prof. Koriko applauded Governor Akeredolu for releasing about N1.6bn bailout to the Polytechnic, adding that the commitment of the Governor to reposition the Polytechnic and restore its lost glory is commendable.
The Chairman revealed that the Panel in the course of its assignment, held meetings and had interactions with relevant stakeholders from the Polytechnic and the host community at different locations in Owo before arriving at its recommendations.
“Rufus Giwa Polytechnic until recently remains a model of institution in the South-West over the year, however, poor management of human and material resources appears to have eroded the gains of the past and turned the once famous citadel of learning that has produced very successful men and women in the society to a shadow of its self.
“Your decision to set up the Visitation Panel at this auspicious moment could therefore not have come at a better time and is no doubt altruistic. It is expected that at the end, your desire to emplace probity and accountability in the management of this great citadel of learning would be realized.
“The assignment which spanned a period of 3 months, commenced with the inauguration of the Visitation Panel by your good self on 21st September, 2022.
“The Panel in the course of the exercise met at different locations in Owo and Akure during the three months duration of its assignment, critically perused all the items listed in the 7-point Terms of Reference , met with the relevant stakeholders, collected Memoranda from Staff, students and the Community, executed an extensive verification of staff and accounts of the Polytechnic, reviewed the laws of the Polytechnic, critically analyzed the content of the submitted Memoranda, other materials and oral evidence available to it to arrive at its recommendations.
“The Panel also had extensive interaction and meetings with Principal Officers of the Polytechnic, union bodies, Chiefs of the host community, and of course the petitioners who were often invited to the Panel sitting for interrogation while a comprehensive inspection of facilities of the Polytechnic (including buildings, vehicles, ventures etc) diligently executed”, the chairman stressed.
Receiving the report, Governor Akeredolu appreciated all members of the Panel for their labour, with a promise to look into the report.
Governor Akeredolu, who expressed worry over what he called downward slide being observed in the Polytechnic, said the report would guide government on what to do.
“Coincidentally, I am from Owo, I was inundated with several complaints here and there. A number of them I am not able to solve. I asked questions and got answers that probably were not correct, I can’t understand.
“I got information that several people have been recruited and when I ask, they will say no. Then why is your wages going up? Why can’t you pay?
“We have intervened on one or two occasions and we gave money with specific instruction to pay salaries. At the end of the day you cannot still complete salary payment. I’m sure your report will contain this.
“Management, yes, there might be some problems with human and material resources but as I always say when they come and meet me, I know from verifiable facts that the Rector has attracted enormous funding to that place either through TETFUND or others, because of his connection. You can’t take that away from him”, Akeredolu explained.
The Governor also declared that it has become more desirable now to turn the Polytechnic to university, noting that there is no going back.
He stressed that the Polytechnic has all it takes in terms of facilities to become a university.
Oyo state government is to convene a meeting of the management of the Polytechnic Ibadan, governing council and the students over protest on the alleged increase in hostel refusal fee and the issues of consultant in the institution’s affairs.
The meeting which is scheduled to hold at the state’s Ministry of Education’s conference room tomorrow 10th January would address issues raised by the students. Recall, earlier today, students of The Polytechnic, Ibadan protested at the State Secretariat over the increase in amount payable for hostel refusal fee from 5000 to 15000. Addressing the hundreds of students who protested to the Agodi,Secretariat, Ibadan, the Deputy Governor, Chief Bayo Lawal said Oyo state government would look into the suspension of the Students’ Union Government by the management of the institution following the recent protest.
The Deputy Governor therefore appealed for calm from both parties involved with a promise to resolve the matter amicably. Also, the Commissioner for Education, Abiodun Abdul Raheem in an interview explained that the meeting would provide an avenue for parties to speak with a view to solving the problem.
Meanwhile, the management of The Polytechnic, Ibadan has released a statement to lift the suspension order slammed on the Students’ Union activities.
A statement from the Institution signed by the Registrar, Mrs. Modupe Theresa Fawale disclosed that the reversal of the decision was based on interventions to allow for further consultations. The Management has decided not to use the big stick on the students as they have also sheath their sword.
The Ondo State Government has approved the payment of 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) fees for students in public schools in the state.
A total sum of N523,948,400 was approved by the governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, CON.
This followed a memo sent to the governor by the State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology and signed by the Commissioner, Pastor Femi Agagu. The memo was dated December 29th, 2022.
In approving the memo, Governor Akeredolu instructed that the sum be “paid directly to WAEC to be receipted for”.
According to the memo, a total number of 28,946 students in Public Secondary Schools across the state will benefit from the gesture.
The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Richard Olatunde said the gesture was part of the determination of the Akeredolu led administration to encourage education and ease the financial burden on parents.
“The Akeredolu led administration has continued to prioritise functional education in the state. Aside the reconstruction of public Primary Schools in the State, this administration has been committed to payment of WASSCE fees.
“This gesture will surely bring a great relief to Parents and Guardians across the state. Governor Akeredolu has unwavering belief that education is the key to a secured future.
“Again, this is a promise kept. It is in line with the REDEEMED Agenda of the Akeredolu led administration under which we have Educational Advancement and Human Development.” Olatunde said.
JAMB Registration will commence on 14th January 2023 while the UTME (examination) will start on 24th April 2023. See everything you need to know before the registration starts.
Below is a summary of everything you need to know before the registration commence:
1. NIN Is Mandatory
According to the JAMB, candidates interested in registering for the 2023 UTME must supply their National Identity Number (NIN) to complete the process. .
2. Registration Date And Centres
The JAMB 2023 UTME registration portal will open from 14th January to 14th February 2023. There may not be an extension for the sales of the registration form, buy it as soon as you can.
JAMB Registration must be at the Approved JAMB CBT Centers.
3. Optional Mock And UTME Exam Dates
The mock examination which is optional for candidates will be conducted on the 16th of March 2023. While the 2023 UTME (main exam) is billed to hold from Saturday, 29th April to Saturday, 12th May, 2023.
“The venue of the examination will be at any of the centres in the candidate’s chosen examination town,” the examination body, added.
4. Registration Fee
The registration fee for the 2023 application documents is N3,500 and N500 for the recommended Reading Text (novel). Budget atleast 5,000 for other charges and transport fare
5. JAMB Recommended Novel
As of the time of updating this page, the JAMB Recommended Novel hasn’t been announced yet. If they should use that of 2022, then it will be “The Life Changer” by Khadija Abubakar Jali.
6. Generating JAMB Profile Codes
All JAMB candidate MUST use their phone number to get their JAMB Profile Code for the UTME registration.
The phone number can be used by one candidate only. CANDIDATES SHOULD NOTE AND ALWAYS REMEMBER THE NUMBER USED, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE FOR SUBSEQUENT COMMUNICATION WITH THE BOARD.
The 2023 JAMB Candidates can now start generating their profile codes through the procedure below.
Candidate should send his/her National Identification Number (NIN) by text (SMS) to 55019 or 66019 from his/her phone number e.g write the word “NIN” then space and add your 11-digit NIN Number and send to 55019 or 66019 in this format (NIN 00123456789). There should be a space between the word “NIN” and your 11-digit NIN (Note that the number must not have been used by another person to register for UTME/DE in the past).
A Profile Code of 10 characters will be sent to the candidate on the same phone number The phone number used for the text message is automatically tied to the candidate’s 2023 application, Examination, and Admission.
After getting the profile code, what next?
Candidate will present the profile code at the point of obtaining the JAMB form (Banks, MMOs, MFBs, Switches, USSD Partners). An ePIN will then be sent as a text message to the candidate’s Phone number
The candidate will present the ePIN and profile code at any JAMB-accredited CBT Centre for registration
Other Things To Note
The application cannot be completed until the candidate’s biometric (all ten fingers) are captured and photograph taken physically (No submission of passport photograph). Successful capture of biometrics and photograph will authorize a candidate to print his/her e-registration slip. The finger print shall be required for any further transaction with JAMB on the candidates’ profile.
NOTE: Only candidates whose biometrics verification is successful on examination day will be permitted to sit the UTME. No parent or any proxy is allowed to make any transaction on the candidates’ profile. Candidates with biometric challenges can only register at JAMB headquarters Abuja. The arrangement will be made for this through JAMB state offices
If you still have any questions, please feel free to ask us using the comment box below and we will be very pleased to answer you.
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has kicked against the alleged harassment of a female student of the Eletu Odibo Junior High School in Lagos by the college’s principal.
Reports emerged during the week that the Principal snatched off the student’s hijab within the school premises at Abule Oja area of Yaba, Lagos.
In a statement issued on Thursday by its Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, MURIC demanded an investigation into the matter.
The group urged the Lagos State’s Ministry of Education to take punitive action against the principal and other teachers involved in the alleged harassment of the student.
The statement read: “Our attention has been drawn to an ugly scene whereby the principal of Eletu Odibo Junior High School, Mrs. Christiana Sofuye, ordered the forceful removal of the hijab from the head of a female student, Mujeebah AbdulQadri, a JSS 2 student of the school right on the school assembly.
“This action is provocative, unlawful, illegal, illegitimate, and unconstitutional. Apart from constituting an assault on the person of an innocent girl child, it is an act of contempt of the Supreme Court ruling of 17th July 2022 which legitimised the use of hijab in Lagos schools.
“It is also an act of willful disobedience to constituted authority particularly coming after the state government had issued a clear directive via an official circular that was given wide publicity. This forceful removal is reckless, thoughtless, and barbaric.”
The Governor of Osun, Ademola Adeleke has ordered the suspension of the new fees regime approved by the eight Governing Council of the Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, for newly admitted students into the institution.
This is contained in a letter addressed to the Acting Rector of the Polytechnic, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mr. Adelani Aderinola.
The management of the Polytechnic on Friday, also announced its compliance with the directive.
A statement signed by A.O. Okediya, the Bursar of the polytechnic, said the suspension directive affects only ND 1 and HND 1 students.
Okediya however said other categories of students who are not affected by the development should continue with their payments and registration as expected.
“Following the directive of the State Government, the new fee regime approved by the eighth Governing Council of the institution for the newly admitted students for the 2022/2023 Academic Session, has been suspended pending further directive from the State Government.
“Please note that this directive affects only the ND1 and HND1 students, other categories of students are expected to continue with their payments and registration as expected.”
MTN’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, has named skills employers would look out for in the future. Toriola said that technology would continue to render many skills irrelevant as Artificial Intelligence takes over humans’ jobs and does them better and faster.
He said AI would carry out complex and difficult tasks better and faster than humans could have done them. Particularly, the MTN chief said that accounting and engineering skills are becoming outdated as apps and AI have taken over those roles previously performed by humans.
He also identified robotics as a critical area of work in the future, saying that the more skilled employees are in those fields, the more employable they will be. The telco giant’s helmsman mentioned contention as another area that will continue to be relevant due increasing demand for entertainment online.
Toriola told Nairametrics that those studying accounting must update their skills as they will be obsolete soon.
The telecoms giant has rolled out different programmes in the past via its MTN Foundation to support Nigerian businesses and entrepreneurs. Still, the latest campaign aims at selecting 100 small businesses and start-ups that would undergo mentorship and training.
Only 20 businesses will qualify for the grant. At a press briefing in Lagos, Adia Sowho, MTN’s Chief Marketing Officer said the campaign shows that the company has a passion for young people that aligns with people and aims to connect with them.
A Nigerian man, Mofesola Babalola, has bagged a first-class degree in Computer Science from the University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.
Babalola, who celebrated his win on social media, revealed that this comes ten years after he graduated with a third-class degree from a Nigerian university.
He has since celebrated the feat after his graduation from UK University with 1st Class. This he disclosed in his tweet.
Meanwhile, some tweeps taking to Twitter have begun knocking Nigerian university lecturers for what students pass through in their hands.
A tweep, @Ayok said, if we analyse this without sentiment. This shows the difficulties students are passing through in Nigeria.
Another tweep, @Bayok said, “students are facing frustration because of intimidation from lecturers. Some are facing financial challenges”.
A tweep, @Busayo said, “our students are not telling us what they are passing through because of fear of victimization.
So many barriers to overcome before you can graduate from our institutions here”.
The ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo state has stated that Governor Seyi Makinde has consistently injected not less than 11 billion naira every month into the state economy via prompt payment of state and local government workers salaries Alone.
The ruling PDP also said that aside from regular payment of pension and gratuities of retirees and pensioners, Governor Makinde’s administration has injected at least 462 billion naira into the state economy within the last 42 month.
The APC in Oyo state had challenged Governor Seyi Makinde to provide detailed account of what he has done with the sum of over N706billion the opposition maliciously alleged to have accrued to the state government coffers, the 33 local government councils as monthly allocations from the federal government and the state internally generated revenue in the last 42 months.
The Oyo State Publicity Secretary of ruling PDP, Akeem Olatunji, who lambasted the opposition party in a press statement today December 7th, described the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state as suffering from acute level of retrograde and anterograde amnesia maintaining that the opposition is like a dead chicken hoping to still eat a grain of maize.
While commending Governor Makinde of being an exceptionally prudent manager of human and material resources having successfully jerked up the state internally generated revenue without placing additional burden on the masses amidst economic turbulence foisted on poor Nigerians by the APC led federal government, Olatunji advised the opposition party to quit playing to the gallery and get its facts before going to further expose itself before the now wiser people of the state.
Olatunji who lambasted the opposition party of lacking basic economic management strategy with its futile attempts at discrediting prompt payments of salaries, pension, and gratuities by Governor Seyi Makinde, maintained that the best way for any informed person who is aspiring to manage public resources is to know how to successfully trap down local investments, reduce capital flight, allow free flow of cash within the system to bolster the velocity of revolving funds.
The ruling party maintained that there is no amount of peddling of sheer falsehood, malicious media campaign, or deliberate misinformation that can rescue the state chapter of the APC from the inevitable final burial that awaits it come 2023 adding that the people of Oyo state have become wiser and politically conscious of state affairs to know the clear difference between a party that thrived on false propaganda and practically performing one.
“As far as we are concerned in the PDP, we will not give too much attention to our noisy neighbors who do not even know the very basics of the job of an opposition party. They thought playing opposition party in a 21st century is all about sustaining unabated false propaganda and deliberate misinformation of the public to discredit every single policy or program of government.
“It is sadly evident from the press release by APC that they are just playing to the gallery by bounding up figures around in a desperate and failed attempts to discredit the Seyi Makinde led performing PDP government.
“There’s no other way to boost local economy of any State than injecting money into it just the way Engr Seyi Makinde is consistently pumping an average of N11 billion through payment of salaries of civil servants and local government workers as well as executing various developmental projects which in turn allow free flow of money in circulation.
“In case the leadership of APC and their gubernatorial candidate, Senator Oloye Teslim Kolawole Folarin, have forgotten that Governor Seyi Makinde led PDP administration offset arrears of gratuities of Pensioners from 2010 up to 2014 of which the then APC government failed to pay, we need to remind them to rescue them from their self inflicted delusions.
“Governor Seyi Makinde has injected N462 billion in the last 42 months apart from pension and gratuities to our senior citizens or retirees while several roads projects both completed and ongoing amounting to 500 Km and other developmental projects like light Oyo, construction/ rehabilitation/ renovations of schools, independent power project, 351 primary health centers, remodeling of Adamasingba Stadium, upgrading of State owned Hospitals, ongoing construction of 110 Km Rasheed Ladoja Circular Road free education for our children, infrastructural developments in schools, upgrading of Emmanuel Alayande College of Education to University, sole ownership of LAUTECH and offsetting of salary arrears of her staff and lecturers owed by Ajimobi led APC government which runs to over a billion Naira and paying off of Osun State equity on the school and many others have gulped several billions of Naira with prudency and value for money as the PDP government’s watchword.” The ruling PDP stated.
While berating the opposition APC of conducting itself in such a shameful manner depicting of a lazy, reckless, and spoilt brat who notoriously specializes in squandering hard earned family resources and bringing reproach to the family name, Oyo state PDP added that APC media team are just too lazy relying on sustained misinformation to keep drawing money from party coffers.
The ruling PDP urged the APC to check latest state by state debt profile from the Office of Debt Management and Federal Ministry of Finance on what Oyo state currently incurres in debt stressing that the federal government agencies have data on debt portfolio of each state and how much accrue to Oyo state so far.
“As at the last count, Oyo state debt was N177 billion of which N127 billion was inherited from the last administration of APC in local debt and $138 Million in foreign debt. Despite the unprecedented infrastructural development already recorded in the state in less than 4years, the present government has offset about $40 Million out of the $138 Million owed by the late Ajimobi led APC government.”
“If APC must say anything in the public domain with the slightest atom of dignity if any, it should be grateful first, to Governor Seyi Makinde for not playing the APC style of vindictive politics otherwise many of them would have been languishing away in jail by now. Secondly, Oyo APC must bury its head in shame and come to term with the fact that PDP in Oyo state is the mother that is busy scrubbing their filth and restoring the state on the path of prosperity.
“According to the opposition party, it shamelessly queried the Oyo State House of Assembly in which it has six members in the minority, over what it alleged as ‘non-committal’ to the consideration and passage of the Local Government Autonomy Bill into law and accusing Governor Makinde who did not only corrected the rascality and reckless conduct of illegal local government election towards the twilight of the last administration after almost eight years but also conducted valid elections into the 33 LGAs in the state within just two years.
The ruling PDP also noted with rude shock the new manner of deceitfulness, hypocrisy, self serving and satanic agenda the Oyo APC is championing its cruel and evil media attacks against a God sent man who’s public acceptance and street credibility based on performance and delivery daily soar and continue to threaten the opposition party to its very core saying, “how could Oyo APC not even have the smallest atom of shame to ignore Lagos, Ekiti both under APC governments and have directly voted against the same autonomy for local government while casting aspersions on a yet to vote Oyo state assembly?” the ruling oyo PDP added.
