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IMO APC CHAIRMAN RECEIVES IMSU PROGRESSIVE COMRADES IN SHOW OF SOLIDARITY

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…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.

 

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Sharia law best for Southwest Muslims – JAMB registrar Prof. Is-haq Oloyede

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The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, has voiced support for the implementation of Sharia law in the Southwest.

Oloyede, who is also the Secretary-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), said Sharia panels would serve the interests of Muslims in the region.

He called on leaders in the South-West geopolitical zone to support the establishment of Sharia panels in the six states of the zone.

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UNIZIK student bites, fights lecturer for interrupting her video recording [Video]

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A female student of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Anambra State, has triggered widespread reactions online after engaging in a physical confrontation with a lecturer who interrupted her while she was recording a dance video.

The incident, which has since gone viral, reportedly occurred within the university premises, drawing mixed responses from students and social media users.

In a circulating video, the young woman was filming a dance clip inside a school hall, seemingly for TikTok.

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The lecturer, who needed to pass, tapped her on the back to get her attention and signal her to stop recording.

Subsequent reports suggest that the lecturer requested the student to delete the recording, as his face had been captured in the video.

However, the situation quickly escalated, leading to a violent exchange in which the student allegedly bit the lecturer multiple times.

While the lecturer attempted to restrain her by holding her hands, witnesses claim she became aggressive, tearing his clothes, slapping him, and scratching his face.

Footage of the incident shows the student attacking the lecturer while onlookers watched in disbelief.

Despite efforts to separate them, she continued her assault, causing commotion within the university.

Further reports indicate that the student’s mother is a lecturer in the Engineering department at the institution.

 

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Isoko North Council Chairman pays all primary six enrollment fees

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The Executive Chairman Isoko North local government Area of Delta State, Hon (Elder) Prince Godwin Ogorugba has taken a significant step to support education by paying all enrollment fees for the 43 public primary schools pupils in Isoko North local government Area.

The council boss made this known today 5th February 2025 when briefing News men at his office immediately after a brief meeting with his management team and Hod education, he said ” as part of my educational policy for Isoko North people which is tagged Brightening the future through Education, consolidating the MORE Agenda of His Excellency Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori , Governor of Delta State, I decided to pay for all the primary six pupils enrollment fees this year 2025.

Ogorugba emphasized that considering the economic challenges faced by many parents, majority of them are finding it difficult to pay the enrollment fees of their children hence his administration has taken on the responsibility of paying the enrollment fees for the 2025 academic year to enable the pupils write the forth coming primary six examination.

The Chairman therefore urged parents who have already paid for the enrollment of their children to meet their various head teachers for refund, he stated.

Ogorugba efforts have been Commended by various stakeholders including the former vice Chairman Isoko North council, Hon. Gabriel Alebe and immediate past Councillor, Ozoro Ward 2, Hon. Felix Adaimoni who praised the council Chairman achievements since assumption of office, such as distribution of free notebooks and others writing materials to the 43 public primary schools, Construction of 15 Lockup shops and 4 toilets at Ofagbe community, renovation of 65 open stores at Otor-Owhe community market, Rehabilitation of Otor-Owhe -Owhelogbo Road, rehabilitation of Otor-Iyede Road, tilling of offices in Isoko North council, construction of modern Administrative complex at the council Secretariat, renovation of open stores at Aradhe community market, among others

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