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Federal University of Oye Ekiti VC Suspended Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

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  The Governing Council of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has suspended its Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina, following allegations of sexual harassment made against him by a senior university official, Engr. Folasade Adebayo. The suspension was confirmed in a statement on Monday by the university’s Registrar and Secretary to the Governing Council, Mufutau A. Ibrahim. It read in part: “The Governing Council of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) at its 7th Emergency Meeting held online on Monday, 14th April 2025, considered the request of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina, to proceed on his accumulated Annual and Research Leave and approved six (6) months, being 126 working days out of his total entitlements of 228 days with effect from today, Monday, 14th April 2025. “In addition, the Governing Council appointed Prof. Olubunmi S. Shittu, the incumbent Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academics, who is also the most senior of the three (3) Deputy Vi...

Students Detain Caretaker over power outage in Gwallameji village

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Tension flared in Gwallameji village, a student-dominated area near the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, after residents of a lodge named “EFCC” reportedly locked up their caretaker for hours over a prolonged electricity outage. The Caretaker in black being dragged by the police  The incident occurred on Tuesday, April 8, when frustrated students confined the caretaker inside the lodge premises from around 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., accusing him of negligence. According to reports, the lodge had been without electricity for over a week despite students paying their full rent, including fees meant for electricity. The caretaker, whose name isMarcus Yakubu Maikano, reportedly contacted his lawyer, claiming he was being unlawfully detained by the students. The lawyer arrived at the scene in the company of three police officers. However, after a brief investigation, the police discovered that the students' frustration was valid.  The caretaker had indeed collected full payment from the st...

NIPOGA Opening: Federal Polytechnic Bauchi team wins 2-0 against Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic in debut match

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  The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi (FPTB) football team has won its debut match against Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic (HUK) during the opening ceremony of the 22nd edition of NIPOGA games held on Saturday 5 April 2025. The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi emerged winner with two goals to nil against Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic, making it the first winning of the tournament. Video of the first goal scored by FPTB The event  tagged Ijakadi Offa 2024 featured 56 Polytechnics who assembled on Oyewole Olatona football pitch for match pass to mark the significant opening of NIPOGA games. The ceremony was graced  by notable dignitaries,  traditional rulers, political actors, business moguls, heads of tertiary institutions, adding splendor and glamour to the event. Team FPTB and Team HUK passing pleasantries before the match kicked off. In his opening address, the Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal Polytechnic Offa, Alhaji Moshood Oluwole Ojikutu, welcomed dign...

Customs Intercept $193,000 Hidden in Yogurt Carton at Abuja Airport

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has seized $193,000 in cash smuggled into the country, hidden inside a yogurt carton at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.   NCS spokesperson Abdullahi Maiwada confirmed the interception on Friday, revealing that officers from the Federal Capital Territory Command uncovered the undeclared cash during a routine baggage check, acting on credible intelligence.   Customs Area Controller Olumide Adebisi identified the suspect as 40-year-old Kamilu Abdullahi Sarina, who arrived in Nigeria on Ethiopian Airlines flight ET 951 from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.   “Our officers acted swiftly on the intelligence report received. During an inspection, they discovered $193,000 cleverly concealed within a yogurt carton in the suspect’s luggage,” Adebisi stated.   The suspect and the seized cash are now in custody as investigations continue.

medical costs continue to rise as Health inflation drops to 17.50%.

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 Nigeria’s health inflation rate slowed to 17.50% in February 2025, reflecting a moderation in the pace of price increases for medical goods and services. This marks a significant decline from the 25.02% recorded in February 2024, representing a 30.08% drop in annual health inflation, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Despite the decline in the inflation rate, healthcare costs continue to rise, as reflected in the health index, which climbed to 111.1 in February 2025, up from 94.6 in February 2024 and 75.6 in February 2023. On a month-on-month basis, health inflation increased slightly by 0.12% in February 2025, compared to January. The health index rose from 109.4 in January to 111.1 in February, signaling ongoing price increases, albeit at a slower pace. The sustained rise in the health index suggests that while inflationary pressures are easing, the cost of healthcare services, pharmaceuticals, and medi...

The Nigerian Senate operates like a cult: Says Natasha

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  Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, a Nigerian senator, has alleged that the senate operates like a cult in the country. Recall that Natasha Akpoti was suspended after she submitted a petition accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. While speaking to BBC, the Nigeria Senate has instilled fear in everyone including the opposition hence no one can stand up for themselves. She disclosed that many people are quiet due to the fear of the institution and the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. Natasha further disclosed that anyone who challenges the senate president is at risk of losing their privileges hence the silence from everyone. “The Nigerian Senate operates like a cult. The Senate president runs the Senate like a dictator, not a democrat. There is no freedom of speech, there is no freedom of expression and anyone who dares to go against him gets cut to size,” the 45-year-old said in the first TV interview with BBC.       ...

SUG Delivers on Promises: Commissions 110 Trampoline Door Covers to Boost Hostel Comfort

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 In a significant move to enhance students' welfare, the Students' Union Government (SUG) of Federal Polytechnic Bauchi has commissioned 110 trampoline door covers across both male and female hostels. The project, aimed at improving comfort and privacy in bathroom and toilet facilities, was officially launched on March 18, 2025.   Com. Haruna Umar and Malam Balare at the Male Hostel. The SUG President, Comrade Haruna Umar, described the initiative as a fulfillment of his campaign promises. Speaking during an interview, he emphasized the union's dedication to enhancing student living conditions. He confirmed that the project was fully funded by the SUG using students' dues, reaffirming his administration's commitment to prioritizing student needs.   Hostel administrators, Malam Mohammed Balarabe and Hajiya Rukayya, praised the SUG’s efforts, acknowledging the positive impact the project would have on hostel life. They expressed gratitude to the union, highlightin...