Education
IMO APC CHAIRMAN RECEIVES IMSU PROGRESSIVE COMRADES IN SHOW OF SOLIDARITY
…Youth Leaders Pledge Support for Governor Uzodimma’s Re-election Bid
Date: 18-10-2023
In a resounding display of support and unity, the State Party Chairman of Imo APC, Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, welcomed the leadership of the Imo State University (IMSU) Progressive Comrades to the State Party Secretariat earlier today.

Led by IMSU Student Union Government (SUG) President, Comrade Vinitus Chidera, and the group’s Chairman, Comrade Olaniyi Omidiji, Former SUG President, Oguike Arinze, the Progressive Comrades, representing several recognized student bodies within IMSU namely; Aladinma Student Alliance, Bishop Court Alliance, Okwu uratta Alliance, Front Gate Alliance, Orji Alliance, and Mbonu Ejike Alliance, expressed their unwavering commitment to Governor Hope Uzodimma’s re-election aspirations.

In his opening address, Comrade Vinitus Chidera conveyed the gratitude of the student leaders for the opportunity to meet with Hon. MacDonald Ebere. He praised the State Party Chairman for his long-standing support for youth affairs and emphasized that their visit aimed to inform him of the collective decision by all recognized student bodies to rally behind Governor Uzodimma.

Comrade Vinitus also highlighted the active campaign efforts already underway to mobilize students and residents to support the Governor’s second term bid, as he deposited with evidence that they have started on the campaign and mobilization drive for Governor Uzodimma. He announced the impending “Student Road Show” as a grand gesture of solidarity from IMSU students. The students expressed their appreciation for the stability in the institution since Governor Uzodimma’s tenure began and the reasonable tuition fees. Vinitus added, that since the emergence of Governor Uzodimma as the number one leader of Imo State, IMSU has not embarked on strike as an institution, and students of the school pay the lowest School fees of #31,500, arguably the lowest university school fees in the country. He used the opportunity offered by the meeting, to intimate the State Party Chairman of some of the challenges students face the school, with a view that Hon. Ebere will present them before the Governor.

Comrade Olaniyi Omidiji, Chairman of IMSU Progressive Comrades, pledged to dismantle any structures that might attempt to thwart the Governor’s re-election, as IMSU students are happy with Governor Uzodimma, and his 3R revolution in the State.

In his response, Hon. MacDonald Ebere commended the students for their dedication and vision in supporting Governor Uzodimma’s agenda. He highlighted the Governor’s commitment to education and the improved amenities provided to enhance the lives of students. Hon. Ebere expressed his determination to help secure Governor Uzodimma’s second term, through the additional input of students who appreciate the present Shared Prosperity administration.

As a one time President of IMSU postgraduate students, Hon. MacDonald emphasized the importance of political engagement for students and young people. He offered to present the students’ concerns to the Governor, assuring that the issues raised would be addressed. Additionally, he promised to contribute his resources to ensuring students feel valued in the present administration.

The State Party Chairman was joined in the Meeting by the Organizing Secretary of Imo APC, Hon. Ikechukwu Umeh, and Owerri Municipal APC Chairman, Hon. Onyekachi Ibezim, who charged the students to work for Owerri Municipal APC, since the two polling units in the school, falls within Aladinma II.

In conclusion, the student representatives thanked Hon. MacDonald Ebere for his enlightening remarks and affirmed their commitment to rejuvenate and educate over 30,000 students at Imo State University about the ongoing political processes. This visit marked a significant show of solidarity between the youth leaders and the APC Chairman as they united to support Governor Hope Uzodimma’s re-election bid.
Education
NANS Vows Action Against Sponsored Misinformation Targeting FUTO, Its Leadership
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has vowed to take urgent action against some persons it said are cooking up and sponsoring falsehood against the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and its leadership.
NANS took the position in a release signed by Comr. Olushola Oladoja, NANS President, and Comr. Nduka Chibueze (Paparazzi), NANS Director of Travel and Exchange, and made available to the media on Saturday.
“The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has observed with deep concern the activities of some unscrupulous and mischievous elements who appear to be acting in concert to tarnish the image and credibility of our institution, the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), and its leadership through the circulation of false, misleading and malicious information across various online platforms.
“These individuals, whose actions clearly suggest a calculated agenda driven by selfish interests and external influence, have continued to propagate unfounded claims capable of bringing the institution into disrepute and misleading members of the public.
“It is unfortunate that certain persons have chosen to allow themselves to be used as instruments of propaganda and destabilization against an institution that represents the collective pride and aspiration of thousands of students and alumni.
“We wish to state categorically that such coordinated attempts to blackmail, ridicule, or undermine the institution and its leadership will not be tolerated henceforth. The university’s integrity and reputation must not be sacrificed on the altar of personal interest, sponsored misinformation, or politically motivated attacks.
“The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) remains committed to protecting the image, unity, and values of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), and will continue to resist every desperate attempt aimed at causing disaffection within the institution, using every legitimate mechanism and arsenal within our disposition.
“We have activated the forces of Aluta to identify and expose the charlatans involved. Our aim is to deal with them in a manner that serves the overall interest of our institution. This should act as a deterrent to anyone whose actions are aimed at destroying the institutional reputation we all worked to build. Forewarned is forearmed,” NANS maintained.
Education
NYSC Official Arrested Over Female Corper’s D3ath After Abortion
An official of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Ogun State, Abass Olalekan, has been arrested in connection with the de@th of a female corps member.
The corps member, Victoria Ariyo, serving under the Abeokuta South Local Government Area (LGA) of the NYSC, reportedly d!ed last Tuesday after undergoing abortion.
It was gathered that the corps member had terminated her pregnancy and d!ed from complications that followed the procedure.
Her remains were buried at Kobape Cemetery on Kobape-Sagamu Road in Abeokuta.
According to Daily Trust, Ariyo’s d3ath came barely a month after another female corps member, Adeleye Mary, d!ed in what has been described as mysterious circumstance.
Mary, who was serving under the same Abeokuta South LG, was attached to the Ogun State Television (OGTV) as her Place of Primary Assignment (PPA).
A source told the publication that both deceased corps members were friends.
“The first lady d!ed at her residence, which is not far from her PPA. They found her lifeless body in the apartment and, up till now, nobody can tell the cause of her d3ath,” the source said.
However, the second corps member who d!ed on Tuesday was said to have died from complications arising from an abortion procedure.
It was alleged that the NYSC official, who is the Local Government Inspector (LGI) for Abeokuta South, Abass Olalekan was culpable in the process leading to the corps member’s d3ath.
Sources told the publication that the LGI was allegedly involved in a romantic relationship with the deceased, which eventually led to pregnancy, and it was the termination that led to her d3ath.
“That is the fact in issue,” a police source who confirmed the NYSC official’s arrest told Daily Trust on Thursday.
The police source said the development raises questions about the legality of romancing “someone that should be in your care.”
Confirming Olalekan’s arrest, the source said, “He is in our custody at the command’s headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.”
The police source, however, said there is no connection between the current incident and the one that occurred last month.
Spokesperson for the police in the state, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed death of Ariyo and said that the investigation was ongoing.
However, he failed to respond to questions on the arrest of the LGI and the alleged involvement.
“I can confirm that the case of the demise of Victoria Ariyo is under investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Department,” Babaseyi said in a terse statement.
Education
Teacher Reportedly Suspended In Kebbi After Rejecting Ramadan Palliative
A classroom teacher in Kebbi State, Abduljalal Usman, has reportedly been suspended for three months without salary after rejecting a Ramadan palliative reportedly distributed by the state government.
The teacher allegedly declined the offer of one mudu of maize and one mudu of millet and also criticized what he described as poor governance in the state.
According to claims circulating online, the action was taken under the administration of Nasir Idris, prompting criticism from some commentators who described the suspension as an attempt to silence dissent and punish a public worker for speaking out.
Critics argue that educators deserve better working conditions, fair compensation, and respect, rather than disciplinary action for expressing their views.
@Mallam_jabeer who shared the report, said …
“A classroom teacher in Kebbi, Abduljalal Usman has been suspended for 3 months without salary simply for rejecting one mudu of maize and one mudu of millet offered as Ramadan palliative from the government and for speaking out against the bad governance.
Under the leadership of
@NasiridrisKG
, the Kebbi State Government is now punishing teachers for refusing humiliation and for criticizing the weaponization of poverty.
This is bias, incompetence and total abuse of power.

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