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JUST IN: Senate leader reveals strong plot to sack Akpabio
JUST IN: Senate leader reveals strong plot to sack Akpabio
Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti), has attributed the crisis witnessed in the 10th Senate since its inception last June to some aggrieved senators aiming to oust Godswill Akpabio as Senate President.
During a debate on a motion concerning allegations made by Senator Abdul Ningi, the embattled Chairman of the Northern Senators Forum, in an interview with BBC Hausa, Bamidele expressed his views.
Ningi had asserted that a staggering N3.7 trillion was padded in the 2024 budget, sparking uproar among his fellow senators and igniting intense debates.
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Bamidele likened Ningi’s actions to a civilian coup, which he believed had failed. He stated, “I thanked members of the Northern Senators Forum who have debunked Ningi’s claim. Over 60 senators voted for Akpabio and over 40 voted against. Some among those who voted against Akpabio had moved on and agreed to work with Akpabio. Some did not.”
“Why are all these controversies always about Akpabio? A few people want to do everything possible to remove you (Akpabio) from that seat,” he continued. “The last time the South South had the chance to be Senate President was over 40 years ago. Senators Ahmad Lawan and David Mark had peaceful tenures as Senate President. Even Senator Bukola Saraki with all he did served out his tenure.”
He concluded, “Why are these controversies all about Akpabio? Senator Ningi wants to use the name of Northern Senators Forum against Akpabio.”
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Student who suffered bullying in viral video demands N500m damages from Abuja School
Student who suffered bullying in viral video demands N500m damages from Abuja School
Namitra Bwala, the student at the heart of a disturbing viral video depicting her being bullied by fellow students, has taken a significant step towards seeking justice.
On Monday, she initiated legal proceedings against Lead British International School, Gwarimpa, Abuja.
The incident, which gained widespread attention after videos were posted online on April 22, showed Bwala being subjected to physical and emotional abuse by her classmates. The lawsuit, filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory under case number FCT/HC/CV/2341/24: MISS NAMTIRA BWALA v LEAD BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LTD, seeks damages from the educational institution for its alleged failure to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.
Marvin Omorogbe, the founding partner of the law firm representing Bwala, issued a public statement on Monday outlining the objectives of the legal action. The lawsuit aims to hold the school accountable for its negligent conduct and seeks redress for the assault, torment, emotional distress, and breach of privacy suffered by Bwala.
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The statement highlights the specific requests made in the lawsuit, including a public apology from the school in two national daily newspapers and an order for the payment of N500,000,000.00 (Five Hundred Million Naira) as general damages.
Emphasizing Bwala’s desire for meaningful change, the law firm expressed hope that the lawsuit would prompt the implementation of measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The viral video has sparked outrage and condemnation, raising serious questions about the school’s ability to ensure the safety and well-being of its students. Bwala’s decision to pursue legal action underscores her determination to seek justice and hold those responsible accountable for their actions.
Student who suffered bullying in viral video demands N500m damages from Abuja School
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Activist, students arrested for protesting tuition fee hike in UI
Activist, students arrested for protesting tuition fee hike in UI
Security personnel at the University of Ibadan apprehended three individuals, including an activist, during a protest against the rise in school fees.
The detained students are Aduwo Ayodele and Nice Linus, alongside activist Femi Adeyeye. Their arrest on Monday morning stemmed from objections to the recent tuition fee increase.
According to Sahara Reporters, they were being held at the university’s security post.
Attempts to contact the school administration for comments were unsuccessful.
In April, the UI Students’ Union Executive Council, led by Samuel Samson Tobiloba, criticized the 750% tuition hike for new students.
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The council urged an immediate reversal of the increment and sought a meeting with the university management to address the issue. The student union’s stance was prompted by the updated fees displayed on the students’ portal, ranging from N133,500 to N372,500 depending on the courses.
“We note with concern that this increment represents about 450% to 750% of the previous bundle fee which ranged from about N20,000 to N30,000,” the students’ body said, noting that it was not in support of the increment.
It, however, advised fresh students to exercise patience and not rush to pay the new fee.
It condemned the “increment in strong terms, and requested that this proposed increment be reverted to the status quo”.
“We are also requesting for a meeting with the University Management towards resolving this issue,” it said.
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