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Another ASUU strike looms
…..as Tinubu’s govt is issued two-week ultimatum
The announcement was made during a press conference at Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu, on Friday, where Mrs. Happiness Uduk, ASUU’s Zonal Coordinator for the Calabar Zone, emphasized the urgency of meeting these demands.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to address its demands for improved welfare and administrative conditions in public universities, warning of an impending nationwide strike.
Uduk stated that the government’s failure to fulfil commitments under the 2009 FG-ASUU agreement, led to stagnant salary scales and minimal welfare improvements over the past 15 years.
She stated, “ASUU members have been on the same salary scale for 15 years without any change. We urge the government to complete the negotiations initiated over 13 years ago, under different teams, and take into account current economic realities such as inflation and exchange rates.”
Key issues ASUU is pressing for include the renegotiation of terms related to the revitalization fund for public universities, payment of academic allowances, withheld salaries, high taxation, and alleged victimization of ASUU members.
Uduk also reiterated ASUU’s demand for the removal of its members from the Integrated Personnel Payroll System (IPPIS), advocating for the use of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) or similar platforms developed internally by universities.
She brought to light grievances at Ebonyi State University, where some members have allegedly been suspended without pay for over two years, calling for their immediate reinstatement.
She also call on the Abia Government to promptly settle the 11-month salary arrears owed to ABSU lecturers and criticized the use of the Treasury Single Account for salary payments.
Uduk further proposed replacing the Federal Government’s student loan scheme with grants to ease financial burdens on students and enhance academic pursuits.
She called for a halt to the proliferation of universities and advocated for increased funding to improve standards in existing institutions.
The ASUU coordinator concluded by stressing that ongoing engagement with stakeholders is aimed at urging the government to act swiftly.
”If the issues remain unresolved, ASUU plans to commence a nationwide strike in two weeks,” she declared.
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EFCC’s Invitation: Count me out, I won’t honour it- VeryDarkMan
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has raised an alarm alleging harassment and corruption by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
In a statement, VeryDarkMan claimed that the EFCC invited him to their Lagos office after he exposed popular crossdresser, Bobrisky, for allegedly bribing EFCC officials with N15 million.
VeryDarkMan expressed distrust in the EFCC, stating that he won’t honor the invitation due to lack of faith in the commission’s integrity. He demanded that the EFCC investigate its officers who handled Bobrisky’s case before inviting him.
“Why should I come to your Lagos office when the EFCC headquarters is in Abuja?” VeryDarkMan questioned.
He further alleged that the EFCC’s motive is to silence him, as he doesn’t have a “godfather” or N15 million to secure VIP treatment.
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El-Rufai relishes Sanusi’s reinstatement, says “it’s among most important events of my life”
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Former Kaduna of State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has said that reinstatement of Muhamamdu Sanusi ll as the Emir of Kano is one of the most important events in his life.
El-Rufai stated this at the Arewa Tech Fest, held in Kano on Wednesday.
The event drew politicians and technocrats to discuss advancements in Northern Nigeria
The festival was attended by key figures, including the governors of Kano, Katsina, and Zamfara states.
El-Rufai said, “The reinstatement of his highness is one of the most important events in my life and I want to congratulate you once again.”
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