Education
SSANU demands immediate payment of withheld allowances for Taraba varsity staff
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, has called on the Taraba State government to urgently pay the backlog of withheld salaries and allowances owed to its members at the Taraba State University, TSU, Jalingo.
Speaking on Friday during the union’s 11th Regular Zonal Executive Council, ZEC, meeting held in Jalingo, the National President of the association, Muhammad Haruna, emphasized the importance of fair treatment for non teaching staff, describing them as an integral part of the university system.
Haruna commended the leadership of the TSU branch of SSANU, particularly its Chairperson, Bitrus Joseph Ajibauka, for his resilience in fighting for members’ rights.
He urged the state government to act swiftly to resolve the issues to maintain industrial harmony and ensure a stable academic calendar.
“I commend Governor Agbu Kefas, the Vice Chancellor, and other stakeholders for their efforts during the recent dispute. However, I call on the government to immediately pay all withheld salaries and allowances to prevent future crises,” Haruna stated.
He also encouraged SSANU members to remain committed to their duties, while warning that the union would not shield any member who acts contrary to university regulations.
In his remarks, TSU SSANU Chairperson, Ajibauka, thanked the state governor for approving part payment of the backlog and implementing the new N70,000 national minimum wage. However, he pressed for the full settlement of outstanding entitlements to foster a harmonious labour-management relationship.
Ajibauka also highlighted key achievements of the union’s branch, which he reeled out to include the reinstatement of unjustly suspended staff, restoration of administrative roles to non-teaching staff, payment of several previously withheld allowances, and implementation of improved salary structures.
Speaking on behalf of the state governor, Agbu Kefas, the Deputy Chief of Staff, Emmanuel Lawson, reiterated the administration’s commitment to educational reform.
Citing the 50% reduction in tuition fees across tertiary institutions in the state, he urged SSANU to continue supporting government efforts to enhance the quality of education in Taraba.
A serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has been found dead in his lodge at Dambam Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
Security analyst, Zagazola Makama shared the news in a post on X on Monday.
He said the incident happened on Sunday morning.
The deceased identified as Mr. Nwokedi Chukwu Ebuka Gerald, 28, with state code number BA/25A/2069, was discovered by fellow Christian corps members while they were preparing for Sunday service.
Police said they received a report around 9:20 a.m. and visited the scene, after which the body was taken to the General Hospital in Dambam.
“A medical doctor confirmed him dead.His remains have since been moved to the Federal Medical Centre, Azare, for preservation.
Education
Student of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Samuel Chinecherem Ezeh Breaks Guinness Records For Creating Longest Sleeves
A fashion designer claimed a world record by creating a show-stopping robe with 50-metre sleeves.
The longest sleeves on a garment is 51.20 metres (167.97 ft) and was achieved by Samuel Chinecherem Ezeh (Nigeria) in Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria.
That’s longer than the Statue of Liberty is high and longer than an Olympic-size swimming pool.
Samuel made this attempt to create a landmark piece in the field of fashion.
Samuel, 27, who works as a fashion designer and tailor while studying at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, had to overcome a lot to make the garment.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has inaugurated a 23-member committee to determine the admission eligibility of 599 outstanding underage candidates who scored 320 and above in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), out of over 11,000 candidates in that category.
JAMB Registrar, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, emphasizes that scoring 320 is not an automatic ticket to university admission. He notes that each of the affected candidates must also attain at least 80 percent in both their school based assessments and post UTME examinations to be considered.
He further advised parents against cutting corners to secure admission for their underage children, warning that maturity and readiness remain key factors in tertiary education success.
The Registrar also adds that only those who meet all requirements at each stage of the rigorous screening process will be recommended for admission. The final list of successful candidates is expected to be released in September.
Anambra set to host second national beach soccer league this month.
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