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Splinter ASUU group asks VCs to reopen varsities

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November 9, 2020

A splinter group from striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), known as Congress of Universities Academics (CONUA), has said its members are ready to resume academic activities.

It has therefore asked vice chancellors of various public universities to recall students to campus for work to begin in earnest.

Addressing journalists in FUOYE on Sunday, Dr Henry Oripeloye, who led CONUA members from various universities, said that apart from members of the body, there are lecturers who do not belong to any union and were willing to teach.

He said, “We reject in strong terms, claims that we are members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU); we are independent union on university campuses.

“We commend the National Universities Commission (NUC) for directing the opening of Universities nationwide.

“We want our universities to be reopened so that they will not be left behind in the scheme of things.”

Oripeloye, a lecturer at the Obafemi Awolowo University, (OAU), lle-lfe, stressed the belief of the union in constructive and objective engagement with the government rather than strike.

According to him, the union members have enrolled in the IPPIS and their concerns are being addressed by the government.

He said, “We don’t know anything about UTAS; we believe in fruitful interaction and possibly with government and also lobbying to achieve our requests from the government.”

Oripeloye, however, said that CONUA had no conflict with ASUU, stressing that the two unions only differed in terms of philosophy and ideology.

Meanwhile, CONUA FUOYE branch has given the Akure Zonal ASUU 14 days’ ultimatum to either retract or prove the allegation that it has secret pact within the management of the institution.

The Convener of CONUA, Mr Ayodeji Ige, said that the union’s counsel had been directed to write the Zonal ASUU leadership to substantiate its claims or be ready for a court action.

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Just in: CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele suspended

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June 9, 2023

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Just in: CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele suspended

President Bola Tinubu has suspended Godwin Emefiele, the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

The announcement came on Friday from the office of the secretary to the government of the federation.

Willie Bassey, director of information at the SGF office, in a statement said the suspension was with immediate effect.

The press release

The statement read, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has suspended the Central Bank Governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele, CFR, from office with immediate effect.

“This is sequel to the ongoing investigation of his office and the planned reforms in the financial sector of the economy.

“Mr Emefiele has been directed to immediately hand over the affairs of his office to the Deputy Governor (Operations Directorate), who will act as the Central Bank Governor pending the conclusion of investigation and the reforms.”

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We don’t envy Tinubu, says Sultan during monarchs visit to State House

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June 9, 2023

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We don’t envy Tinubu, says Sultan during monarchs visit to State House

Traditional on Friday paid a visit to President Bola Tinubu at State House conference centre, Abuja.

They were led by Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Abubakar Sa’ad, who said the visit was customary by the monarchs whenever there is a change in leadership of the country.

According to the Sultan, the monarchs do not envy Tinubu at this time, with the numerous challenges facing the country.
He, however, expressed confidence that with the combination of himself and Vice-President Kashim Shettima, they would deliver.

“We thank God for the smooth way the elections took place. Many negative people thought this country will collapse but we are still here,” he said.

“We are here for you, for our people and our country. If you don’t reach out to us, we will reach out to you.
“We wish you the most successful tenure in good health.”

Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, who also spoke at the meeting, urged President Tinubu to make use of traditional rulers to tackle the issue of insecurity in the country.

The monarch said Tinubu should not underestimate what traditional rulers could do, given their closeness to the people.

“There are areas we will like to work with you, one of which is security. It is time to use us the more, we are not saying we are idle…but to make your work easier, use us,” he said.

“The foundation of this country today are the traditional rulers. We are here to pledge our loyalty and support. We want to work with you to ensure you leave a legacy.”

Vice President Kashim Shettima attended the meeting along with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume.

Other monarchs present are Emir of Kano, Obi of Onitsha, Tor Tiv, Etsu Nupe, Deji of Akure, Shehu of Borno, Elegushi of Ikate, Jaja of Opobo, Lamido of Adamawa, Emir of Zauzzau, Gbong Gwom Jos, Attah Igala, Alake of Egbaland, Shehu of Borno, a representative of the Oba of Benin.