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ASUU Threatens Strike After Expiration Of 21-Day Ultimatum To Nigerian Govt

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a warning that the Federal Government should be held accountable for any industrial unrest in Nigeria’s public universities.

ASUU issued the warning in a statement signed by the union’s Federal University, Dutse, FUD, Chairman, Comrade Dr Salim Ahmad.

The union noted that over the past four years, Nigeria’s public universities have been in a state of industrial disharmony, leading to two costly and avoidable strike actions.


“The leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities has made several concerted efforts to dialogue with government officials, including the President, with a view to addressing the outstanding issues in the agreement and the various memoranda signed between the Union and the Federal Government.

” Unfortunately, the Tinubu administration, like the Buhari’s, has been unyielding.

“The nonchalant attitude of the administration to our legitimate and reasonable demands compelled the National Executive Council (NEC) of ASUU, following wide consultations, to convene a meeting at the University of Ibadan from 17th to 18th August, 2024, where it exhaustively deliberated on the contending issues and resolved to give a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government of Nigeria to address them.

“This ultimatum was duly communicated to the government through the Minister of Education via a letter dated 20th August, 2024,” the statement said.

The statement added that after the expiration of the 21-day ultimatum, the Federal Government has not demonstrated any genuine commitment to address the issues in contention.

ASUU said failure of the Federal Government to meet the monetary and non-monetary demands of the union is brewing industrial disharmony in Nigeria’s public universities.

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Independence Day: FG Declares Tuesday Public Holiday

To commemorate the nation’s 64th Independence Day, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1, 2024, a public holiday.

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on Saturday on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani.

Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on this occasion and praised the patient and hardworking Nigerian men and women, stating that their sacrifices would not be in vain.

He reiterated the need for Nigerians to reflect on the “labour of our heroes past and be inspired for the tasks ahead, realizing that a Nigeria of our dream can only be built when we unite.”

While wishing Nigerians a Happy Independence Day anniversary, Tunji-Ojo urged the citizens to continue to be steadfast in nation-building.

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Cabinet Reshuffling: Power Minister Adelabu Must Be Removed – VeryDarkMan

In anticipation of President Bola Tinubu’s upcoming cabinet reshuffle, prominent social critic Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has urged the removal of Chief Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power.

Recalls that Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy had on Wednesday stated that cabinet reshuffling is eminent.

There are indications that some ministers may be removed while others may be given another portfolio.

Reacting, VDM in a video clip on his Facebook page on Friday pleaded with the president to spare performing ministers.

He, however, said the Minister of Power must be removed, explaining that the “segregation surrounding Band A, Band B and Band C” does not make sense.

He wondered why a section of Nigerians would enjoy power supply for 20 hours in a day while others cannot.

He said: “If at all any minister must be removed or reshuffled, it should be the Minister of Power. They need to remove that guy.

“My reason is this, the segregation surrounding the Band A, Band B and Band C issues makes no sense. What is the reason for that segregation? Are you trying to say that poor people do not have access to light?

“Is it that the poor people are not supposed to use light for 24 hours? It makes no sense because we are all Nigerians.”

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After All The Tapping – Nigerians Cry Over Poor Hamster Kombat Rewards

In a surprising turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian gaming community, many Nigerians and thousands of other users feel betrayed and cheated by the highly anticipated release of Hamster Kombat.

After months of intense engagement and strategic gameplay, Nigerians and other gamers from around the world had been eagerly awaiting the launch of the Hamster Kombat coin, enticed by the promise of substantial financial rewards. Many had invested countless hours tapping and earning points, dreaming of striking it rich.

However, the reality of the coin’s launch on Thursday was far from the rosy picture painted by promoters. Instead of the life-changing payouts that had been touted, users were met with stark disappointment: the actual rewards ranged from a mere 1 to 4 dollars.

The sudden reversal has left many feeling duped and questioning the legitimacy of the entire Hamster Kombat project. The widespread outrage has sparked discussions about the ethical implications of such promotional tactics and the need for greater transparency in the gaming industry.

As the dust settles and investigations into the matter unfold, it remains to be seen how Hamster Kombat will address the growing discontent among its user base and restore trust in the platform.

For instance, an X user with the handle @Ali89X wrote: “Scamster Kombat is now the real name of Hamster Kombat. We will not play Scamster Kombat for season 2. Bye bye Scamster Kombat. Now see your decline…”

Another X user, @ConcellorSunny, expressed frustration, writing: “After farming Hamster Kombat for months, Hamster Kombat don give me dust. I’m the third guy 😂😂”. Hamster_Kombat #HMSTR

@MattybnksOf: “After all the game and tapping. For 3months @hamster_kombat; you will ask for bread Allah will give you stone.”

Similarly, @Mohsin_71 wrote: “#HamsterKombat Token Distribution: Unfair Distribution 🤪🤯 People wasted 2-3 months to mine #Hamster_Kombat tokens. What did they get? ….. Few pennies? Retweet 🔃 Season 2 = Advance Failure due to bad distribution. People are not happy. You can destroy your whole empire.” hamster @hamster_kombat

Speaking with one of the players, Sam, he told Vanguard, “I expected much more than what I got. I had two million coins and received just $1.46.”

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Fuel Queues Are Now A Thing Of The Past – Otedola

The owner of Geregu Power Plant, Femi Otedola has reacted to the successful lifting of petrol from Dangote refinery.
According to him, the issue of fuel queues and scarcity is now over.

Femi Otedola stated this on Sunday, as Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) trucks loaded petrol at Dangote Refinery.

Otedola praised President Bola Tinubu for assisting the indigenous refinery achieve its feat.
“Kudos to President Tinubu for making this a reality! Fuel queues are now a thing of the past as Dangote Refinery starts loading PMS today Sunday 15 September 2024,” Otedola wrote.
The billionaire businessman had on Tuesday, September 3, recalled how he and Aliko Dangote planned to invest in the country’s refineries but their efforts were thwarted by the government.
He added that the founder of Dangote Refinery, Alhaji Dangote, liberated Nigeria from the chains of economic dependence.
“You have not just built a refinery; you have liberated us from the chains of economic dependence that have held this nation back for far too long. The days of bowing to foreign powers for our fuel needs are over, thanks to your vision and determination.
 
“You have dealt a death blow to the so-called local cabals who have fattened themselves for years, feeding off our nation’s economic slavery. These cabals, who have grown rich by keeping Nigeria in a perpetual state of dependence, must now face the reality that their era of easy gains is coming to an end,” Otedola stated.
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We Have Documents – NNPCL Insists It Bought Dangote Refinery Petrol at N898 Per Litre

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has insisted it bought petrol from Dangote Refinery at N897 per liter.
NNPCL spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye stated this on Sunday.
This comes after the Dangote Group in a statement by its spokesperson, Anthony Chiejina, on Sunday disagreed with NNPCL over its statement that Dangote Refinery Petrol was to them at N898 per litre.
However, when DAILY POST contacted NNPCL on his reaction to Dangote Refinery’s statement, he said, he stood by his revelation.
“We stand by our earlier stand that Dangote Refinery Petrol is sold to us at N898 per litre.
 
“We have documents to back this point”, he told DAILY POST.
The confusion comes after Dangote Refinery started loading its petrol on Sunday.
NNPCL had confirmed that 70 trucks belonging to the state-owned firm loaded Dangote Petrol on Sunday.
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NNPC Announces New Price of Petrol Across All States In Nigeria

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has revealed the new price of petrol across all states of the federation.
Recall that on Sunday, the NNPCL had confirmed buying petrol from Dangote Refinery.

In a statement released on Monday, titled “NNPC Ltd Releases Estimated Pump Prices of PMS from Dangote Refinery Based on September 2024 Pricing,” NNPC spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, outlined the pricing structure.
According to the statement, the price of petrol could reach ₦1,019 per litre in Borno State, while it will be priced at ₦999.22 per litre in Abuja, Sokoto, Kano, and other northern states.
In contrast, consumers in the South will face somewhat lower prices, with petrol priced at ₦960 per litre in Oyo, Rivers, and other southern regions.
The lowest price of ₦950 per litre will be available in Lagos and its surrounding areas.
This pricing disparity highlights the logistical and distribution challenges faced by the NNPCL, affecting fuel costs across different regions.
He stated, “The NNPC Ltd has released estimated prices of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol (obtained from the Dangote Refinery) in its retail stations across the country.
 
“The NNPC Ltd also wishes to state that, in line with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act, PMS prices are not set by the government, but negotiated directly between parties at an arm’s length.
 
“The NNPC Ltd can confirm that it is paying Dangote Refinery in USD for September 2024 PMS offtake, as naira transactions will only commence on October 1, 2024.
 
“The NNPC Ltd assures that if the quoted pricing is disputed, it will be grateful for any discount from the Dangote Refinery, which will be passed on 100 per cent to the general public.”
He stated that the estimated pump prices of PMS were obtained from the Dangote Refinery and will be across NNPC retail stations in the country, based on September 2024 pricing.
Recall that the Dangote Group had disagreed with the NNPC on Sunday that it was selling PMS at ₦898, but it failed to release its price list.
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Dino Melaye Is Not Suspended, The Letter Was Forged – PDP Faction

The Ijumu Local Government Area chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State, has dismissed reports that the 2024 gubernatorial candidate of the party, Sen Dino Melaye was suspended over alleged anti-party activities.

The chapter, in a statement released on Friday and signed by the PDP Chairman in Ijumu Local Government Council, Olorunmaiye Olabode, said the earlier-announced suspension of Melaye was done by external enemies of the party.

He added that the letter of suspension was forged and that those behind the purported suspension do not have the powers to suspend such an important member of the party as Melaye.

According to the statement, the move to suspend Melaye was hastily made in order to execute the malicious and mischievous plan of those behind the suspension.

The statement read as follows: “We stand firmly with the party, the Constitution thereof, and the Guidelines & Regulations that are issued from time to time. We stand by the fact that no materials were brought to Ijumu LGA to carry out the Ward Ad hoc Congress on the 27th of July, 2024.

“We stand by the truth that no LGA Congress was held in Ijumu LGA at any time to elect a National Delegate. We did not participate in the purported State Congress, which was illegally held in Lokoja on the 31st of August, 2024, knowing that it was a failed kangaroo arrangement.

“We are aware of a communiqué in circulation which was concocted by external enemies of the party from outside Ijumu, who are forces of destabilization and who want to remove our leader, the leader of the party in the state, His Excellency, Senator Dino Melaye, who is the voice of the voiceless, so they can ride roughshod over loyal party members in Kogi State.

“We categorically and unequivocally state that the said purported letter of expulsion is a forgery and cannot stand. It is so ridiculously and hurriedly written that the day and date do not tally.

“We also state that such a correspondence, which is meant to expel an important member of the Party like Senator Dino Melaye, cannot be handled in this criminal manner. No PDP member in Kogi has done what our leader has done nationally for the PDP.

“We challenge these traducers to mention any anti-party activities of Senator Dino Melaye. The man who still pays for the accommodation of the Party at the state headquarters, paid salaries of staff, bought 10,000 copies of membership cards just last month and distributed them among party members and new joiners, and gave 2 million naira to the party just last month as running costs.

“We, therefore, state for the record that it is a breach of the Party’s Constitution not to follow due process in the haste to execute this malicious and mischievous plan. We urge all members of the party in Ijumu and the state as a whole to disregard the purported dismissal or expulsion of our staunch, loyal, committed, and unflinching state leader, who abhors anti-party activities in all ramifications and for which reason he is being vilified by agents of destruction.”

Recall that ward executives in the Kogi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) suspended former Senator, Dino Melaye.

Melaye was suspended by the PDP exco in Ayetoro Gbede, Ward 1 for failing to honour an invitation by the party for alleged anti-party activities.

Melaye’s suspension was contained in a statement jointly signed by the PDP Ward Chairman, Abayomi Osamika, and the Secretary, Yodson Dayo.

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EFCC Declares Driver Wanted For Stealing Commission’s Car

A man identified as Ibrahim Mohammed, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

In a statement released today, September 13, the EFCC said Mohammed is wanted for an alleged case of stealing and illegal possession of the commission’s vehicle.

The Commission says the 26-year-old is an indigene of Jada Local Government Area of Adamawa State and his last known address is 56 Japa Bariki Road, Adamawa State.

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UAE Deports 400 Nigerians

A report by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), has revealed that 400 Nigerians, comprising 90 females and 310 males, have been deported from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

They were received at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, by the office of the National Security Adviser alongside the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons, National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other stakeholders.

Daily Post reports that a total of 103 Nigerians deported from the Republic of Turkiye, recently, were received by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other stakeholders.

The deportees who arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Friday at 7:00 pm through the pilgrims wing of the airport were received by Federal Government officials led by NEMA personnel.

Also, Daily Post reported that 264 Nigerian passengers were notified that their visa had been cancelled when they landed at the King Abdulaziz International Airport – Hajj Terminal Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Monday, 13th November, 2023.

The Federal Government of Nigeria then called for calm over the deportation.