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Nationwide ASUU Protests Shake University Campuses Ahead Of Federal Talks
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Tuesday organized coordinated protests across universities nationwide to press the Federal Government on long-standing demands, just two days before a critical meeting scheduled for Thursday in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
From Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife to Federal University of Lafia, University of Ilorin, University of Calabar, Abia State University, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, Federal University of Technology Akure, Plateau State University, University of Maiduguri, and Osun State University, lecturers took to the streets with placards, chanting solidarity songs and warning that a strike could be imminent if their grievances were ignored.
The protesters’ demands were consistent across campuses, including the implementation of the 2009 ASUU-Federal Government agreement, release of three and a half months’ withheld salaries, payment of 25–35 percent outstanding salary arrears, promotion arrears, revitalisation of universities, rejection of the government’s proposed tertiary institution staff loan scheme, and adoption of UTAS instead of IPPIS to protect university autonomy.
At Obafemi Awolowo University, ASUU Chairperson Prof. Tony Odiwe lamented that lecturers had remained on the same salary scale since 2009 and accused the government of deliberately delaying the report of the Yayale Ahmed renegotiation committee submitted in February 2025. He cautioned that the government would bear responsibility if industrial peace on campuses collapsed.
Similarly, ASUU’s Akure Zonal Coordinator, Prof. Adeola Egbedokun, said at FUOYE that academics’ patience had reached its limit. “Our members teach on empty stomachs, live in debt, and can no longer afford basic needs. If the government chooses provocation over responsibility, it alone must bear the consequences,” he stated.
In Lafia, ASUU Branch Chair Sunday Orinya accused the government of deceit and neglect, highlighting the hardships that have led to the deaths of lecturers, and reiterated calls for withheld salaries, promotion arrears, and proper funding of universities.
At Plateau State University, the protest included participation from the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shedrack Best, and the National President of ASUU, Prof. Chris Piwuna, as lecturers voiced concerns over poor salaries, unpaid allowances, and the imposition of IPPIS, warning that university autonomy was under threat.
In Sokoto, members from three universities protested, with UDUS Chairman Prof. Nurudeen Almustapha demanding immediate implementation of the Yayale Ahmed report and describing the government’s loan scheme as a “poisoned chalice.” At the University of Ilorin, placards read “University workers are not slaves” and “Honour your agreement with ASUU,” with Branch Chair Dr. Alex Akanmu stressing that failure to implement agreements had left lecturers impoverished and jeopardized the university system.
At FUTA in Akure, ASUU Chair Prof. Pius Mogaji criticized the government’s “reckless indifference” and warned that “all options remain on the table.” At UNICAL, Branch Chair Peter Ubi accused the government of eroding trust and driving lecturers into debt, while in Maiduguri, members protested poor retirement benefits, unpaid arrears, and the renaming of the university without consultation.
Lecturers at Abia State University in Umuahia protested unpaid salaries and the government loan scheme, and at UNIOSUN, Chair Dr. Wende Olaosebikan criticized the non-payment of salary increments and alleged victimization of staff. Across all campuses, ASUU emphasized that failure by the Federal Government to take decisive action during Thursday’s meeting could trigger another nationwide strike, ending the fragile calm that currently prevails on university campuses.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially confirmed that President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead the party’s ticket for the 2027 presidential election. This decision, which puts an end to widespread speculation, was solidified as the party submitted its formal nomination forms to the National Working Committee. President Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, formally announced the development via his verified handle, declaring an “end of speculations” regarding the ticket.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Putting months of political rumors to rest, the ruling APC has retained Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the upcoming 2027 polls. The announcement followed a high-level party stakeholder meeting in Abuja, where Presidential Aide Ibrahim Kabir Masari presented the completed nomination forms on behalf of the President. APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and the Progressive Governors’ Forum, led by Senator Hope Uzodinma, both expressed strong support for the joint ticket, citing the administration’s governance record as the foundation for their 2027 re-election bid.
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The APC has officially ended all guesswork regarding the 2027 elections by confirming the Tinubu-Shettima ticket. Presidential media aide Bayo Onanuga took to to confirm the news, while party leadership—including National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda and the Progressive Governors’ Forum—formally presented the nomination forms in Abuja. The party remains unified in its support for the President and Vice President to continue their mandate for a second term.
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“A Victory For Security!” Ben Murray-Bruce Applauds President Tinubu After Daring Rescue Of Kidnapped Oyo Pupils.
Former Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has lauded the successful rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, describing the operation as a major win for national security. Following the Presidency’s confirmation of the rescue, Murray-Bruce took to social media to commend President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to citizen safety. He specifically praised National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu for his effective coordination of the security forces, while also saluting the DSS and all personnel involved in the mission. Murray-Bruce emphasized that the safe return of every child is a significant achievement that merits national praise.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Celebrating the safe return of the kidnapped Oyo pupils and teachers, former Bayelsa Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has called the rescue a powerful testament to what coordinated security efforts can achieve. In a post on his verified handle, the former lawmaker expressed his appreciation for President Tinubu’s commitment to protecting Nigerians. He extended his gratitude to National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu for his strategic leadership, as well as to the DSS and the brave officers on the ground. Murray-Bruce concluded that such professional successes, which ensure children are returned to their families, represent a vital victory for the nation.
Following the recent rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, former Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has issued a statement of commendation regarding the operation’s success. Murray-Bruce highlighted the operation as a clear example of the effectiveness of unified leadership and professional intelligence. He officially recognized President Bola Tinubu for his administration’s focus on national security and lauded the contributions of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, the DSS, and all participating security personnel. For Murray-Bruce, the safe recovery of these individuals is a milestone that deserves broad national recognition.
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A New Dawn in Port Harcourt? Fubara Reconciles with Assembly To Present Record-Breaking N1.85 Trillion Proposal!.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has unveiled an ambitious ₦1.854 trillion budget for 2026, marking a 24.49 percent increase over the previous year’s adjusted figures. With a strong focus on development, the “Budget of Resilience for Growth and Development” dedicates ₦1.405 trillion to capital projects and ₦413.11 billion to recurrent costs. In a significant political development, the Governor presented this proposal in person to the Martin Amaewhule-led State House of Assembly, ending his absence from the chamber following the 2023 legislative crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has submitted a ₦1.854 trillion appropriation bill to the Rivers State House of Assembly, identifying it as a “Budget of Resilience for Growth and Development”. The administration’s fiscal strategy prioritizes infrastructure expansion and human capital development, with capital expenditure set at ₦1.405 trillion and recurrent spending at ₦413.11 billion. This presentation is a key milestone for the state, as it signifies the Governor’s return to the Martin Amaewhule-led legislative sessions following the 2023 political tensions. The proposed budget is designed to accelerate state-wide development by capturing all sectors of the economy through a 24.49 percent increase in projected total revenue.
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