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NASC Charges Newly Elected NASSLAF Exco on Quality Leadership

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8 months ago

March 16, 2024

The Executive Chairman of National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), Engr. Ahmed Amshi Kadi, has tasked the newly elected Exco of the National Assembly Legislative Aides Forum (NASSLAF) on quality leadership delivery

Engr. Kadi gave this charge at the inauguration of the NASSLAF 10th National Assembly Exco and Central Working Committee CWC on Friday in Abuja.

The NASC chairman, represented by Rt. Hon. Amaechi Nwoha, National Commissioner, South-East Zone, said the newly elected executive must be aware that they are coming into office at a time when leadership sacrifices and capabilities are at its highest demand.

“I want to charge the administration we are here to inaugurate today that they are coming into office with the challenges of leadership which is quiet high base on the current economy reality the nation is facing.

“You are coming into office at a time when leadership sacrifices and capabilities are at its highest demand.

He expressed assurance that the good working relationship that had existed between the Commission and NASSLAF will continued and get better with the new Exco.

“We at NASC are assuring you of our cooperation always. Our expectations for the newly executive is for you to improve on the achievements of the immediate past executive.

“We are hopeful that you will work hard, so that together we can move the Commission to the next level”, he said.

In his goodwill message, the Clerk of the National Assembly, Sani Tambawal Magaji, assured the NASSLAF Exco and members of a peaceful working relationship.

While commending NASSLAF Electoral Committee for the peaceful conduct of its election, the Clark, represented by Barr. B.S Maina, Secretary, Human Resources and Staff Development Directorate, charged the newly elected executive to toll the path of peace.

“The Clerk said I should tell you all that he is a man of peace and that you should expect nothing short of it, so what he wants is that we should sustain the peace experienced during your election.

In his inaugural speech, NASSLAF chairman, Barr. Emeka Nwala, expressed optimism that the days of paying little or no attention to the welfare of members by the NASS management are over.

Barr. Nwala, who was particularly concerned about member’s welfare, said his administration, with the collective efforts of the relevant stakeholders will ensure members welfare receives adequate attention.

“Our member welfare have not received the best of attention even…all our entitlements from the 6th Assembly, to this end my administration is determined with the collective support of all stakeholders to address this lingering issue”, he said.

The high point of the occasion was the issuance of certificates and administration of Oath of office to the newly elected Exco and CWC.

Present at the inauguration ceremony was the DG, National Institute of Legislative and Democratic Studie (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman, ably represented by Mrs. Rekiya Ibrahim Atta; Clerk of the Senate, Barr. Chinedu Akubuaze, among others.

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NECO accredits more foreign schools for SSCE, BECE

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7 hours ago

November 24, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has given accreditation to more foreign schools to write the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).

The Acting Director, Information and Public Relations, Mr. Azeez Sani, disclosed this in a statement.

The newly accredited schools are in Niger Republic and Equatorial Guinea.

“NECO Accreditation Team visited the Schools to assess their readiness to write the SSCE and BECE.

“The Accreditation Team inspected classrooms, laboratories, libraries, computer laboratories, workshops, examination halls and sport facilities to determine their adequacy and suitability for NECO Examinations.

“After a thorough evaluation and comprehensive assessment, the schools were granted full SSCE and full BECE accreditation status,” the statement said.

The statement added that the accreditation of additional foreign schools is a testament to NECO’s commitment to providing quality education and assessment beyond the shores of Nigeria.

“With its expanding global presence, NECO is poised to become a leading examination body in Africa, offering opportunities for students worldwide to benefits from its expertise, thus contributing to the advancement of education in Africa and beyond.”

In another development, the statement disclosed that candidates are participating in the on-going NECO SSCE External in Diffa, Niger Republic.

“The UNHCR School, Diffa, Niger Republic is the first NECO SSCE External Centre outside Nigeria.”

NECO examinations are now written by candidates in Benin Republic, Togo, Cote’ d’Ivoire, Niger Republic, Equatorial Guinea and Saudi Arabia.

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Guardiola suffers worst defeat of career as Tottenham hammer Man City 4-0

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7 hours ago

November 24, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, suffered the worst defeat of his managerial career as they lost 4-0 to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday night.

The Premier League champions were already on a run of four consecutive defeats ahead of the visit of the North London side.

James Maddison scored twice in the first half to set Spurs on their way to a sensational win.

Pedro Porro drilled in a third, before Brennan Johnson got on the scoresheet late in the game.

The result leaves City in second place with 23 points. They could go eight points behind Liverpool by the end of this Game Week.

Guardiola takes his men to Anfield next weekend.

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FUOYE Re-Marks Exam Papers of Student Failed By Lecturer Over Sex-for-Grade Scandal, Secures Justice

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7 hours ago

November 24, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

The Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State, has cleared a female student, Ramota Olahanloye, to graduate following the re-marking of her final-year examination scripts.

Olahanloye had alleged that a lecturer, Dr. Anthony Agbegbedia, demanded sexual favours from her, and when she declined, he deliberately failed her in two final-year courses.

In a statement issued on Friday by the Special Adviser on Media to the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Wole Balogun, the university confirmed that Olahanloye’s allegations were investigated, and her scripts were re-marked.

“The young lady’s scripts were re-marked, and she performed fairly better than the scores initially awarded by Dr. Anthony Agbegbedia,” the statement read.

According to Balogun, the university management approved Olahanloye’s revised results, which qualified her for graduation.

“The university management has given executive approval for her results to be processed. She has since commenced her final clearance from relevant units of the university,” the statement added.

Balogun also disclosed that Agbegbedia had been sanctioned by the institution for his misconduct.

Olahanloye expressed her joy over the resolution of the case, saying, “I am happy that I have gotten justice, and I really appreciate the university Vice-Chancellor for setting up the committee that investigated the matter.

“I was shown my entire results, including the graduation list with my name on it. I have started my clearance as a graduating student of the university, and I am truly happy.”

Her father, Rasaki Olahanloye, also lauded the university for its commitment to justice.

“I can confirm to the world that FUOYE has served justice to my daughter. I was shown her upgraded results after her scripts were re-marked, and it is clear that she passed.

“The university fulfilled its promise to ensure fairness, and I appreciate the VC, Prof. Sunday Fasina, and the committee members for ensuring my daughter gets justice,” he said.