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Strike: ASUU NEC To Review FG’s Final Terms On Wednesday

The National Executive Council of the Academic Staff Union of Universities is set to meet on Wednesday to determine the union’s next steps following the conclusion of renegotiations conducted by the Federal Government-appointed committee led by Yayale Ahmed, The PUNCH reports.

In a last-minute effort to avert a fresh ASUU strike, the government’s renegotiation team reconvened talks with the union on Monday.

The meeting, which began yesterday, is expected to formally conclude today (Tuesday), according to a senior ASUU NEC member who spoke on condition of anonymity due to restrictions placed on media engagement during the negotiation process.

“The renegotiation meeting started on Monday and will end on Tuesday. After that, NEC will meet and determine our next steps by Wednesday. Everyone will know the outcome then,” the NEC member said.

ASUU’s one-month ultimatum to the Federal Government elapsed on Saturday, heightening anxiety across public universities.

The union has repeatedly threatened a full-scale strike, accusing the government of a “nonchalant” attitude towards its longstanding demands.

The demands include the review of the 2009 ASUU–Federal Government agreement, payment of outstanding salaries and earned allowances, and the release of funds for university revitalisation.

Despite these grievances, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who is currently out of the country, insists that the government has met the union’s demands.

Speaking to State House correspondents two weeks ago, Alausa reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s directive that no strike should occur in public universities, stressing that negotiations were ongoing.

“As I told you, the President has mandated us that he doesn’t want ASUU to go on strike, and we’re doing everything humanly possible to ensure that our students stay in school,” he said.

“We’ve met nearly all their requirements and have returned to the negotiation table. We will resolve this.”

The Nigeria Labour Congress has declared its support for ASUU, warning that it will “fight alongside the academic community” if the government fails to address the union’s demands.

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Atiku Officially Joins ADC, Registers With Party In Adamawa (Photo)

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially registered as a member of the African Democratic Congress in Adamawa State, signalling a major development in Nigeria’s opposition politics ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The registration took place on Monday, following Atiku’s announcement to ADC supporters and stakeholders in Adamawa over the weekend.

Abdul Rasheeth, an aide to the former vice president, had confirmed the development in a statement.

Videos and photos from the event showed Atiku’s convoy arriving in the town to the cheers of supporters, who beat drums, sang, and carried placards with his image.

Atiku waved and greeted well-wishers from his vehicle as he received his ADC membership card.

In a brief X (Formerly Twitter) post on his handle shorty after his registration, Atiku wrote, ”It’s official. -AA”

This move formalises Atiku’s association with the coalition party, which he had previously endorsed in July as a platform for opposition figures, including Peter Obi and Babachir Lawal, to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027.

Until now, Atiku and other opposition leaders had delayed their formal registration with the ADC.

The former vice president’s registration is expected to strengthen the party’s profile and consolidate the opposition ahead of the next general election.

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President Tinubu Orders Withdrawal Of Police Officers Attached To VIPs

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the immediate withdrawal of police officers assigned to provide security for Very Important Persons (VIPs) across the country.

A statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said that henceforth, police authorities will deploy them to concentrate on their core policing duties.

The presidential directive was issued at the security meeting President Tinubu held on Sunday with the police, Air Force, Army chiefs, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services in Abuja.

According to the presidential directive, VIPs who require police protection will now request well-armed personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.
Many parts of Nigeria, especially remote areas, have few policemen at stations, making the task of protecting and defending the populace difficult.

The statement said that, in view of the current security challenges facing the country, Tinubu is desirous of boosting police presence in all communities.

Already, President Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 30,000 additional police officers. The federal government is also collaborating with the states to upgrade police training facilities nationwide.

Sunday’s meeting was attended by Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Waidi Shaibu; Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke; Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun; and Director-General of the Department of State Services, Tosin Adeola Ajayi.

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Tinubu Reacts As 50 Catholic School Students, 38 Worshippers In Kwara Regain Freedom

President Bola Tinubu has expressed gratitude to the nation’s security agencies following the successful rescue of Catholic school students in Niger State and worshippers abducted in Kwara State.

In a statement on Sunday, he promised that every Nigerian would be safe under his watch.

His statement read: “You will recall that I cancelled my trip to the G20 summit in South Africa to enable me to coordinate the security efforts at home.

“Thanks to the efforts of our security forces over the last few days, all the 38 worshippers abducted in Eruku, Kwara State have been rescued.

“I am equally happy that 51 out of the missing students of the Catholic School in Niger State, have been recovered.

“I am closely monitoring the security situation nationwide and receiving continuous updates from the frontline.

“Let me be clear: I will not relent. Every Nigerian, in every state, has the right to safety and under my watch, we will secure this nation and protect our people.”

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I Won’t Let North Bleed Further — Tinubu Vows

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering resolve to eradicate terrorism and banditry across Northern Nigeria.

The President said no part of the country would be allowed to bleed while the Federal Government watches.

Tinubu made this statement on Saturday at the 25th anniversary of the Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, in Kaduna.

The President was represented at the event by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas.

Tinubu said he inherited a daunting security situation but remains committed to restoring safety.

The Nigerian leader further said that his administration would reverse the prolonged economic decline of the region.

He cited the anticipated rollout of crude oil from the Kolmani fields and other emerging prospects as opportunities for economic renewal.

“I won’t allow the Northern Nigeria to continue to bleed. I will tame the insecurity menace,” Tinubu said.

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Regina Daniels Had Drinks And Drugs In This Particular Hotel – Ned Nwoko Makes Startling Revelation During Hangout In Abuja (Video)

Senator Ned Nwoko, the Nigerian politician, has made a surprising revelation about his marriage to Nollywood actress Regina Daniels.

A few days ago, the politician had an inspiring conversation with the Kay Hikers Club, where he shared his journey from the UK courts to Antarctica, and more.

In a video making rounds on the micro-blogging platform Twitter, now known as X, Ned spoke about his marriage to Regina, revealing that she had drinks and drugs in the same hotel they were in.

He said he has police evidence to back up his claims. Ned said Regina once used her cars to block a hotel and called him to deploy the Commissioner of Police to the hotel gate so that nobody could leave.

“Regina Daniels had drinks and drûgs in this particular hotel we are in. We have police evidence. She once used her cars to block a hotel and called me to deploy the Commissioner of Police to the hotel gate so that nobody could leave.”

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Why Atiku, Obi Were Absent At Secretariat Unveiling – ADC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has explained why former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi were absent from the official unveiling of its new national secretariat in Abuja on November 17.

This was contained in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, dismissing reports suggesting that Obi snubbed the leadership because the secretariat was formerly Atiku’s campaign office.

While the ADC National Chairman, David Mark; the party’s National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola; and former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, attended the unveiling, both Obi and Atiku were absent and did not issue any formal statement.

Inaugurating the new secretariat, Mark described it as a reflection of the coalition’s ambition to reshape Nigeria’s political future.

“It is a physical testament to our collective resolve to build a greater nation. This ADC coalition is a historic child of necessity, inspired by people’s desire for good governance, greater accountability, and a stronger democracy,” he said.

Obi’s absence had been widely interpreted as a rejection of the secretariat because of its previous link to Atiku.

However, Abdullahi, who dismissed the insinuation, insisted Obi remained committed to the coalition, explaining that Obi was out of the country during the event, while Atiku was unavailable due to other engagements.

He said, “The programme was impromptu; most of the party leaders were not in attendance. Obi was out of the country, and Atiku wasn’t available. There’s nothing to suggest that Peter Obi is withdrawing from the coalition. He is still with us.

“Let me state again that Atiku isn’t the owner of the building, and he didn’t donate it to the ADC. He leased the building, and his rent had expired. The ADC rented the building.”

The ADC’s mouthpiece further stated that there was no rift among ADC leaders, insisting that the coalition remained united in its goal to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027.

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Senator Ned Nwoko Shares Post About Women Who Betray Good Men Amid Ongoing Marital Drama With Actress Regina Daniels

Nigerian lawmaker, Senator Ned Nwoko has stirred heads online after sharing a post.

The senator shared a cryptic message online as conversations continue around the current marital tension involving him and actress Regina Daniels.

The lawmaker re-shared a post describing how “narcissists betray good men and then act like he is the one hurting them.”

As expected, his post has left many tongues wagging.

Below is Nwoko shared.

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Christian Genocide: Nigerian Delegation To US Is Intensely Addressing False Narrative – FG Says

Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, has said that the high-level Federal Government delegation to the United States of America, US, led by the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, is intensely addressing misleading narratives suggesting religious persecution in Nigeria.

“We are not leaving any space for misinformation to stand. Our officials are in Washington with facts, data, and a clear message, which is that there is no government-sponsored persecution of any religious group in Nigeria,” said Idris in an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, aired Saturday evening.

The Minister explained that the high-powered Nigerian delegation currently in the US, has met with the Secretary of War, members of the US Congress, officials of the State Department, and other American stakeholders, and has availed evidence-based information about Nigeria’s security challenges, and provided detailed briefings on counter terrorism operations, inter agency security coordination, and efforts to protect all Nigerian citizens, regardless of faith or ethnicity.

These engagements, according to the Minister, are crucial for correcting misconceptions that have been amplified during recent congressional discussions and advocacy campaigns.

 

“Our mission is simple,” he said. “We are showing our partners the full context of the security situation, the steps the government is taking, and the fact that extremists have killed both Christians and Muslims. These narratives of genocide are not only incorrect, they are dangerous.”

The Minister explained that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu views the situation with utmost seriousness, and has not only strengthened Nigeria’s internal security architecture but also expanded international cooperation to support counter terrorism and intelligence operations.

He said the mission of the delegation underscores the determination of the government of President Tinubu to defend Nigeria’s reputation and ensure that foreign partners anchor their decisions on verified information, not one-sided narratives.

He emphasized that Nigeria’s relationship with the United States remains strong, and that the engagements demonstrate the openness of the Tinubu administration to dialogue, partnership, and transparency. He noted that more follow-up meetings are expected in the coming days as part of a structured government-wide response to the misinformation circulating about Nigeria’s security realities.

The Minister urged Nigerians to remain calm and assured the public that the government will continue to confront insecurity while also engaging the international community to ensure that Nigeria is accurately represented on the global stage.

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Bandits Who Abducted 38 Worshipers In Kwara Are Now Demanding For N20m Per Victim – Relative Of Victim Alleges (Video)

Renewed tension has engulfed communities in Kwara State after bandits who kidnapped 38 worshippers from a church in the Eruku area appeared in a disturbing viral video.

According to relatives, the kidnappers are now demanding ₦20 million per victim, a development that has deepened fear and despair among families.

A News Central journalist stationed in the area reported that residents have begun fleeing the community, unable to cope with the trauma of the attack which has attracted national and international outrage.

Many homes have reportedly been left empty overnight as people relocate in fear of further raids.

The pastor of the targeted church also spoke to journalists, revealing that his first son is among those kidnapped. He described the experience as “devastating,” adding that the situation has left the entire congregation in shock.

Another relative of one of the victims said the bandits initially demanded ₦100 million for each abducted person, before later reducing the ransom to ₦20 million per victim. The families say the new demand is still impossible to meet, with many of the victims coming from modest, rural backgrounds.

It was also gathered that each time relatives attempt to contact the kidnappers, a woman consistently answers the phone on behalf of the bandit group, further raising questions about the structure of the criminal gang and how they operate.

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