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ASUU Begins Mobilisation for Nationwide Strike

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has began mobilizing members for industrial action.
The union said the move followed the Federal Government’s silence despite being served a strike notice addressed to all relevant authorities, including the Minister of Labour and Employment, Maigari Dingyadi.
Last Monday, ASUU announced that it would shut down all public universities to press home its demands. The notice, effective from Sunday, September 28, 2025, will begin with a two-week warning strike before transitioning into a total and indefinite strike if the government fails to act.
In a new letter dated October 5, 2025, and signed by its president, Prof. Chris Piwuna, ASUU reaffirmed its decision to shut down universities, citing government inaction.
He said, “The National Executive Council (NEC) of our Union, at its emergency meeting of 29th September, 2025, having evaluated the results of the referendum held across our branches, resolved to give the government a fourteen-day ultimatum to resolve the issues contained in the negotiated document which has been transmitted to the government since February, 2025.

“It was further resolved that the union will proceed on a two-week warning strike at the expiration of the ultimatum if the government fails to take acceptable and satisfactory steps to address the lingering issues.

 
“The resolutions were immediately communicated to the Honourable Minister of Labour, the Honourable Minister of Education and the Nigeria Labour Congress.
 
“It is now one week since those resolutions were reached and communicated to the appropriate authorities. I regret to inform you that there is no meaningful development deserving of any consideration to be reported.
 
“As we enter the second and final week of the ultimatum, thank you on behalf of NEC for the patience and understanding which you demonstrated since the commencement of this torturous negotiation that has unjustifiably lasted over eight years.
 
“The goal of our current action remains principally to compel the Government to sign and implement the renegotiated agreement document, amongst other demands.
 
“The days ahead call for the mobilisation of every member of our union to ensure unity of purpose. No one should be left out of the struggle for our welfare, stem the Jupa syndrome and reposition the Nigerian University System (NUS) for global competitiveness.
 
“We are strong when we organise, but weakened when we agonise! Our Union has always acted in solidarity as a collective; this action will not be different.
 
“Members are to take instructions only from their Chairpersons. When in doubt, members should consult their Chairpersons, Zonal Coordinators and attend Congress meetings regularly for updates on further developments.”
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Peter Obi Demands Stern Punishment For Politicians With Forged Academic Certificate

The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi has demanded stiffer punishment for certificate forgers.
He spoke in a post on his verified X handle on Monday.
Obi stressed the need to end the era where forgery and deceit are rewarded with power, adding that true leadership must begin with truth.
He lamented that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, makes little or no effort to scrutinize certificates before the elections.
“How do you tell young Nigerians to be honest and upright when those they are supposed to emulate are the least to be emulated because they are criminals and dishonest?
 
“Certificate forgery is a serious criminal offence in all countries of the world. It is one of the most corrupt practices heavily punished.
 
“We are now preparing for the 2027 general elections. INEC have enough time to investigate past complaints about various forms of forgery and false claims.
 
“Our Electoral amendments must include that anyone intending to contest for any public office, whether an incumbent or a new candidate, must submit all academic certificates to the electoral body immediately after party primaries, at least six months before the election.
 
“We must deal with certificate forgery holistically with the seriousness and level of criminality it deserves. Criminal offences should not be dismissed as a mere procedural matter. We must end the era where forgery and deceit are rewarded with power. True leadership must begin with truth,” he wrote.
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Bank Building Collapses In Abia

A portion of the First Bank building on Library Avenue in Umuahia, Abia State, has collapsed.

The incident, which occurred on Saturday afternoon, October 4, 2025 sent panic across the busy commercial area that houses several financial institutions, offices and shops.

Details about possible casualties or the extent of damage remain sketchy, but emergency responders and security operatives are said to have arrived at the scene to assess the situation and ensure public safety.

According to eyewitnesses, parts of the building gave way during off working hours, forcing nearby traders and passersby to flee the area.

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If God Wants To Remove Tinubu, He Knows How To Do It  — Tunde Bakare

The founder of Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has stated that only God can remove President Bola Tinubu from office when the appointed time comes.

Bakare made this statement on Saturday during the inaugural edition of the Citadel School of Governance Dialogue Series in Lagos.

He insisted that Tinubu’s emergence as Nigeria’s leader was divinely ordained.

“If God wants to remove ‘Emilokan,’ He knows how to do it. You can’t get the kind of thing Tinubu has brought without God’s support,”Bakare declared.

According to the cleric, Tinubu’s ascent to power was not accidental but a product of divine orchestration.

“You can’t deny that his rise and what he has achieved came through the hand of God,” he added.

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2027: You Can’t Match Tinubu – Jandor Tells Jonathan

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Lagos State during the 2023 general elections, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has urged former President Goodluck Jonathan to disregard calls for him to contest the 2027 presidential election.

Jandor, Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, gave this advise in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Lagos.

According to him, Jonathan would be taking a political risk by contesting, predicting he would be reduced to a minnow by President Bola Tinubu at the polls.

Jandor urged the ex-president to stay in retirement.

He further told Jonathan that those telling him to run against Tinubu were deceiving him, reiterating that Tinubu is a master in the game of politics, who cannot be defeated by Jonathan or any other figure in 2027.

“I disagree with people calling on Jonathan to re-contest, people saying Jonathan is the only person who can challenge Tinubu, citing his popularity and experience.

“It was this same man (Tinubu) who defeated him (Jonathan) from the outside. So, they are not the same. If you accidentally found yourself at the Aso Villa as President, it is different from somebody who gave his all to get there.

“It is different from somebody who, against all odds, got there. They did all sorts for him not to get there, and he got there. Such a man, cannot be put side by side with somebody who just slept and woke up and found himself on the seat of President,” he said.

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Why Nigeria Will Never Fulfill Its True Potentials – Inibehe Effiong

Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has asserted that Nigeria will remain unable to achieve its full potential as long as corrupt and incompetent leaders remain in power.

In a post on X on Sunday, Effiong said Nigerians must confront what he described as a “rotten system” instead of expecting those he called “criminally minded politicians” to reform themselves.

According to him, believing that such leaders will someday work for the nation’s progress is delusional.

Effiong said: “Nigeria will never fulfill its true potentials as long as Nigerians continue to allow the worst among them to rule the country.

“The expectation that the criminals and criminally minded politicians who are ruining the country will someday become circumspect, and begin to work for the progress of Nigeria is delusional.

“We either confront this rotten system and those operating it or we live in perpetual servitude.”

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Veteran Journalist, Aliyu Abubakar Getso Is De@d

Aliyu Abubakar Getso, a respected journalist and broadcaster, has d!ed.

Family sources confirmed that Getso d!ed on Sunday morning in Kano after battling a long illness.

The late Getso was a familiar voice on radio and had worked with several media houses, including Kano State Radio Corporation, Freedom Radio, Premier Radio, and Vision FM.

He is survived by three wives, many children, and grandchildren.

His funeral prayer (Janazah) will take place at 9:30 a.m. today (Sunday) at his residence near Second Gate, Janbulo, in the Kabuga area of Kano City.

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How Criminals Hide Behind Tinted Vehicles To Commit Crimes – Police

As the Nigeria Police Force begins enforcing the Tinted Glass Permit regulation, the Borno State Police Command has revealed that armed robbers, kidnappers, drug traffickers, and terrorists now use tinted vehicles to carry out their criminal operations.

The Command’s spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, said this in a statement released on Saturday, October 4. He mentioned that the use of tinted car windows to perpetuate crime was uncovered through Crime Frequency Data.

“Through our Crime Frequency Data, evidence has shown that tinted vehicles have frequently been used to conceal or facilitate serious crimes. Armed robbers, kidnappers, drug traffickers, and terrorists have all taken advantage of tinted glasses to hide their identities or illicit objects” Daso said

He highlighted recent examples to show the dangers posed by unchecked tinted windows.

“One stark example is the m#rder of a University of Maiduguri lecturer on April 2, 2024. After assailants whisked away his vehicle, investigators turned to CCTV footage. The car was visible, but the suspects’ faces were impossible to identify because the windows were heavily tinted, delaying justice at a critical stage,” he explained.

Daso also recalled a separate tragedy on September 26, 2025, when three children suffocated inside a dark-tinted car after locking themselves in. He said passersby could not see them in time to intervene.

He stressed that regulation was necessary to strike a balance between public safety and legitimate personal use.

“Beyond these, countless cases link tinted vehicles to kidnappings, contraband movement, and armed robbery operations. Criminals exploit the anonymity that dark glass provides. Failing to regulate it leaves law enforcement handicapped and the public vulnerable” he said

The police spokesman clarified that exemptions exist, noting that factory-fitted tinted windows, some VIPs, and individuals with medical conditions such as photophobia will not be affected.

“Contrary to misperceptions, the Police are not imposing a blanket ban on tinted vehicles. Legitimate exemptions exist” he said

Daso explained that owners of tinted vehicles would now be required to register and secure permits.

“This digital process captures biometric information, NIN, and full vehicle details, creating a verifiable database that strengthens investigations. When a tinted vehicle is linked to a crime, authorities can trace its owner swiftly,” he stated.

He assured citizens that the system would not be used to vilify Nigerians.

“The reality is simple: tinted vehicles without proper accountability undermine security. The tragic cases of Maiduguri, alongside countless other incidents nationwide, prove that failure to regulate tinted glass can cost lives.

The Nigeria Police Force has made its position clear: officers must act professionally, respect citizens’ rights, and avoid exploitation. Commands have been directed to enforce accountability mechanisms, and citizens are encouraged to report unprofessional conduct through the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) for prompt action,” he added.

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I Never Linked Buhari to Boko Haram, Trending Reports Are Misleading – Goodluck Jonathan Clarifies

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has clarified that he did not accuse former President Muhammadu Buhari in his recent remarks concerning Boko Haram’s activities in Nigeria.

Jonathan, in a statement on Saturday, said certain reports in the media suggesting that he alleged that Boko Haram nominated the late President Buhari to represent them in dialogue with the federal government, and therefore, somehow complicit in the Boko Haram crisis, are misleading.

He submitted that his comments on Buhari and Boko Haram were grossly misinterpreted.

Recall that Jonathan spoke on Friday in Abuja at the public presentation of “Scars,” a book authored by former Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Lucky Irabor (retd.).

His comments, however, have attracted a series of backlash.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, Ikechukwu Eze, Jonathan, however, clarified that he was referring to the deceitful nature of the insurgents in his speech.

He explained that Boko Haram often invoked the names of respected public figures to sow confusion, exploit political divisions, and undermine public confidence in government.

The statement added that Jonathan’s comments were not an accusation against the late former president or any other individual.

It reads, “The attention of the Office of Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has been drawn to misleading reports circulating in sections of the media suggesting that Dr. Jonathan alleged that Boko Haram nominated the late President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, to represent them in dialogue with the Federal Government, and therefore this made him somehow complicit in the Boko Haram crisis.

“We wish to make it abundantly clear that the former President’s comments were grossly misrepresented. At no time did Dr. Jonathan suggest, imply, or insinuate that President Buhari had any connection with Boko Haram or that he supported the group in any form.

“Dr. Jonathan’s remarks, made in the course of a broader discussion on Nigeria’s security challenges, were meant to illustrate the deviousness and manipulative strategies employed by Boko Haram in their early years. His reference was to a well-documented episode when various individuals and factions falsely claimed to represent the terrorist group and purported to name prominent Nigerians as possible mediators: without those individuals’ knowledge or consent.

“The point Dr. Jonathan sought to make was that Boko Haram, in its characteristic deceit, often invoked the names of respected public figures to sow confusion, exploit political divisions, and undermine public confidence in government. His comments were therefore an illustration of the group’s duplicity, not an accusation against the late former president or any individual for that matter.

“The former president’s position was that if indeed Buhari was their choice negotiator, why didn’t Boko Haram expeditiously bring their evil terrorist agenda to an end when the retired General became president?

“For the avoidance of doubt, Dr. Jonathan recognizes that President Muhammadu Buhari, like every patriotic Nigerian, stood firmly against terrorism and was himself a target of Boko Haram violence. Both men, during their respective tenures, shared a common commitment to restoring peace and stability to Nigeria.

“The Office of the Former President therefore urges the public to disregard any misinterpretation of his remarks. Dr. Jonathan remains committed to peace, unity, and the strengthening of democratic values in Nigeria. He believes that the nation’s progress depends on a truthful understanding of its challenges, not on the distortion of facts for political or sensational purposes.”

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I Inherited Islam From My Family, But My Wife Is A Pastor – President Tinubu Preaches Peace In Plateau

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday stressed the importance of religious tolerance, urging Nigerians to promote unity and peaceful coexistence across the nation.

Using a personal example, President Tinubu drew an inference from his family, noting that despite inheriting and practising Islam, he is married to a pastor and they live together happily.

The President, who spoke in Jos at the burial programme of the late Nana Lydia Yilwatda, mother of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, appealed to the residents of Plateau State and Nigerians as a whole to shun religious and ethnic differences.

“I inherited Islam from my family; I didn’t change, but my wife is a pastor, and she prays for me at all times.

“I have never convinced or converted her; I believe in the freedom of religion.

“We are praying and answerable to the same Almighty God. We will account to Him for our deeds and character.

“So, our love for others is what matters; we must learn to live together as one people,” he said.

Also speaking at the event, Yilwatda described his late mother as a dedicated, committed and loving wife who dedicated her life to the service of humanity.

“She was a strong, loyal and determined woman; she led an exemplary lifestyle full of sacrifice and humility.

“My parents, particularly my mother, lived for others; whatever I give her, she shares it with our neighbours.

“That is the woman that we are celebrating today,” he said.

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