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ASUU Gathers For Crucial NEC Meeting Amidst Ongoing Concerns
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has convened an urgent National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja to address significant welfare issues impacting its members.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Scheduled to be held at the ASUU Secretariat, this meeting will bring together the union’s principal officers, national officials, zonal coordinators, and branch chairmen from various parts of the country.
Notifications have been dispatched to all concerned parties, ensuring widespread attendance for comprehensive deliberations.
This gathering follows a recent meeting at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, where specific responsibilities were assigned to zonal coordinators and branch chairmen.
While the agenda for the forthcoming meeting includes a review of these assignments and discussions on unresolved issues, it remains uncertain whether the Federal Government has introduced any new proposals or taken definitive actions regarding the outstanding grievances prompting this emergency NEC session.
A source, speaking anonymously, revealed, “I am not aware of any new government positions on our demands. We have many outstanding demands that require the attention of the Federal Government. Several letters were written, but no positive response.”
The source highlighted concerns among members regarding withheld salaries, the non-payment of academic earned allowances, and other unresolved issues affecting public universities, urging the government to address these matters promptly.
The PDP faction headed by Kabiru Turaki has instructed its legal team to challenge the recent Federal High Court decision regarding the party’s leadership at the Court of Appeal. The faction maintains that the High Court’s ruling contradicts existing judgments from both the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The High Court, presided over by Justice Salim Ibrahim, had dismissed the suit aimed at forcing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to acknowledge the Turaki-led interim National Working Committee (NWC). The court struck out the case on jurisdictional grounds, ruling that the plaintiffs—led by Board of Trustees Chairman Sen. Adolphus Wabara—lacked the legal standing to bring the action. Furthermore, the court determined that the issue of party leadership is an internal matter, thereby placing it outside the court’s jurisdiction.
Despite respecting the lower court’s decision, the faction has formally initiated an appeal, viewing the ruling as legally flawed. The faction expressed confidence that higher courts will ultimately rule in its favor, describing the ongoing struggle as a quest for the survival of genuine opposition and multi-party democracy.
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NO RESPECT FOR THE DEAD: Rival Political Supporters Engage In Bloody Face-off At Burial Rite.
The funeral service for Sabainah Opawole, mother-in-law of former Ogun State Governor Gbenga Daniel, was briefly interrupted on Friday when supporters of rival governorship hopefuls turned the solemn occasion into a venue for political posturing. The incident occurred at Ibara Baptist Church in Abeokuta as supporters of PDP candidate Oladipupo Adebutu and APC senator Solomon Adeola (popularly known as Yayi) engaged in competing chants for the 2027 governorship race.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A Call for Decorum The chanting began shortly after Adebutu was invited to pay his respects to the deceased, prompting an immediate response from Adeola’s supporters. Disturbed by the display, former Governor Daniel intervened to address the congregation, reminding those in attendance that the event was a funeral, not a political rally. He urged the supporters to respect the sanctity of the church and refrain from conduct that would distract the mourners.
Reassurance of Peace Despite the disruption, which Daniel noted had unsettled the officiating pastors, the former governor remained optimistic about the state’s political climate. He assured the clergy that political rivalry in Ogun State is managed with maturity and is devoid of violence.
To further demonstrate that there was no personal animosity between the rivals, Daniel invited Governor Dapo Abiodun to lead both Adebutu and Adeola to the dance floor, signaling that they remain part of a single political family despite their party differences. Daniel also noted that, while the identity of the next governor remains unknown, the competition would proceed without physical conflict.
Honoring the Matriarch The service was attended by numerous dignitaries, including representatives for former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Governor Ibikunle Amosun, as well as the Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi.
Tributes were paid to the late Sabainah Opawole, who was celebrated as an accomplished entrepreneur, a devout Christian, and a woman of exceptional grace and faith. Former President Obasanjo praised her legacy of love and unity, while Governor Abiodun highlighted her disciplined leadership, qualities he noted were clearly reflected in her children. The service concluded with a sermon by Rev. John Eyinnaya, who urged the congregation to embrace the sovereignty of God in all aspects of life.
The family of Mary Habila, a 26-year-old nurse who passed away on June 27, has formally requested that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, intervene to expedite the release of her body for burial. The appeal was presented on Friday at the Force Headquarters in Abuja by the family’s legal representative, Kaile Yusuf, who was joined by the deceased’s grieving relatives and colleagues.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Delayed Release and Ongoing Frustrations Habila was discovered deceased at a staff chalet located within the country home of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, in Uburu, Ebonyi State. Although the family asserts they have complied with all police requirements for the release of the remains, nearly three weeks have passed without success. Yusuf expressed the family’s deep frustration, noting that the continued retention of the body is causing them significant emotional distress and stalling funeral plans. Consequently, the family has filed a petition against the Ebonyi State Commissioner of Police, seeking the IGP’s direct intervention to resolve the matter.
Professional Identity and Character Defense In addition to seeking the release of the remains, the family’s lawyer sought to correct what he termed “misinformation” regarding Habila’s career. Yusuf clarified that Habila was a professional nurse—not a physiotherapist—who had served as a civil servant in the Minister of Works’ office for three years following a previous tenure at the David Umahi University of Health Sciences. Her colleague, Anita Baaki, corroborated this, noting that she herself was the team’s physiotherapist, while Habila functioned as their nurse.
Furthermore, the legal counsel vehemently rejected rumors disparaging Habila’s character, specifically labeling allegations that she was a “runs girl” as entirely false. He suggested that these claims are part of an attempt to politicize her tragic death.
Resistance to Autopsy A central point of contention remains the post-mortem examination. While the Ebonyi State Police Command maintains that an autopsy is vital for their investigation, the family has remained steadfast in their opposition, citing personal, cultural, and traditional objections.
A Father’s Plea During the briefing, Mary’s father, Tanko Habila, made an emotional appeal to the authorities. Stating that the family has no intention of accusing anyone of wrongdoing and that they had previously maintained a positive relationship with her place of work, he pleaded simply for the return of his daughter’s body. “I need the corpse of my daughter to take her for burial,” he said.
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