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Nearly 240 First-Class Lecturers Quit UNILAG Amidst Salary Discontent
At least 239 first-class graduates employed as lecturers at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) have left the institution over the past seven years, citing poor remuneration and challenging working conditions. The revelation was made by the immediate past Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Oluwatoyin Ogundipe, during a lecture at The Forum themed “Innovative Funding of Functional Education in the Digital Age,” held along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Ogundipe provided a detailed breakdown of the attrition, noting that UNILAG employed 256 first-class graduates between 2015 and 2022, yet only 17 remained as of October 2023. He attributed the mass departure to low motivation, inadequate salaries, and unconducive work environments.
“At UNILAG, we prioritized employing first-class graduates, yet today fewer than 10 percent remain. During my tenure, 88 were recruited, but most have since left,” Ogundipe said. He warned that if current conditions persist, universities may see a disproportionate female presence, while less-qualified candidates gain access to postgraduate programs.
He also highlighted chronic underfunding of Nigeria’s education sector, with federal and state allocations consistently below 10 percent of the budget, well under UNESCO’s recommended 15–26 percent. This fiscal constraint has left infrastructure, technology, research, and digital facilities overstretched or absent, he said.
To address the challenges, Ogundipe urged legislators to mandate annual allocations of at least N1 billion for first-generation universities and advocated for innovative financing solutions, including public-private partnerships, alumni endowments, philanthropy, education bonds, and leveraging technology and the Nigerian diaspora.
He called on the private sector to invest in education as both social responsibility and national interest, while urging alumni, civil society, faith-based organizations, and donor agencies to support institutions through mentorship, funding, and advocacy. “Education is a sacred trust. Our fingerprints and contributions should be evident in the libraries, digital labs, scholarships, and lives transformed,” he added.
The forum was attended by top management staff and senior editors from media organizations, emphasizing the collaborative effort needed to drive reforms in education funding and sustainability.
Atiku Abubakar, the presidential flagbearer of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 elections, has strongly dismissed demands by Ntufam Hilliard Eta—a former APC National Vice Chairman (South-South)—and other critics calling on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate him. Speaking through his media aide, Paul Ibe, the former vice president labeled the renewed calls a transparent political witch-hunt orchestrated by an incumbent administration feeling threatened by opposition. Atiku pointed out that his financial records had already been rigorously scrutinized and cleared during the tenure of former President Olusegun Obasanjo.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a separate development, Atiku strongly condemned the violent disruption directed at the convoy of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi during his trip to Benue State. Obi’s convoy was physically obstructed by a group of youths near the Nigerian Air Force Base along the Makurdi-Gboko highway as he attempted to visit the Yelwata community to offer condolences to victims of recent violence.
Through his campaign spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, Atiku branded the incident shameful, undemocratic, and unacceptable, demanding that security forces and government authorities promptly investigate the matter to ensure the perpetrators face justice and to safeguard the freedom of political leaders. The blockade had earlier been highlighted online by Obi’s media aide, Esther Umoh, prompting widespread condemnation from opposition figures regarding political intolerance and insecurity in the region.
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YouTube Panic Unmasked: Kunle Afolayan Slams Creators Rushing Online And Predicts Massive Dollar Crash.
Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has weighed in on the increasing trend of Nollywood producers utilizing YouTube as a primary streaming platform, arguing it is a temporary and reactive measure driven by Nigeria’s current economic climate. In an interview on the Nidacity Podcast with former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun, Afolayan contended that filmmakers are “rushing to YouTube because of the dollar exchange rate,” rather than strategic long-term planning.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
While acknowledging YouTube as an accessible and flexible “starting point” for beginners or those lacking the leverage to access major platforms like Netflix or Prime Video, Afolayan was critical of viewing it as a legitimate long-term alternative to premium streaming services. He stated clearly, “YouTube can never give you what Netflix and Prime would give you.”
Afolayan provided a stark economic breakdown of the trend, suggesting that profitability on YouTube is currently inflated by the weak naira. He explained that with the exchange rate at approximately ₦1,400 to $1, securing 1 million views translates to a significant income of about $10,000. However, he predicted a mass exodus from the platform if the currency stabilizes. “If the dollar falls to ₦200, everyone will run away from YouTube,” Afolayan stated.
Concluding his remarks, the filmmaker emphasized that while he understands the current economic necessity for many producers, he ultimately hopes for a stronger naira, saying, “I pray the dollar-to-naira exchange rate comes down.”
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Solar Revolution: SDP’s Adebayo Drops Blockbuster 2027 Pledge To Power Every Nigerian Roof With Free Sunlight.
Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo has stated that Nigeria can break its reliance on the national grid if he is elected in 2027. Speaking on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’ on Tuesday, Adebayo pledged to install between 11 and 15 kilowatts of solar power on every rooftop nationwide within his first 11 months in office.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Adebayo argued that the country has wasted excessive time and funds attempting to expand traditional electricity infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, rather than adopting decentralized energy systems. Instead of relying on costly 33 kVA lines for rural electrification, he proposed shifting toward rooftop solar as a practical alternative.
He emphasized that Nigeria should prioritize manufacturing solar panels locally while training citizens to handle installation and maintenance. Highlighting his long-standing advocacy for renewable energy, Adebayo recalled giving similar advice to the federal government in 2001 during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, when he urged officials to partner with China or India to establish local solar panel factories.
Regarding financing, Adebayo asserted that the project could be fully funded using existing resources at the grassroots level, claiming that funds are readily available within local government allocations. He concluded that embracing localized solar production would not only liberate Nigerians from national grid vulnerabilities but also generate substantial employment opportunities.
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