REC Nominations: Remove names of card-carrying members of APC, Buhari told

…calls on NASS to reject nomination

By Gabriel Ewepu, ABUJA

THE Transition Monitoring Group, TMG, weekend, challenged President Muhammadu Buhari, to remove purported names of card-carrying members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, from the list of nominated Resident Electoral Commissioners, RECs, sent to the National Assembly for confirmation and appointment into the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, ahead of 2023 general elections.

The call was made by Chairman of TMG, Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, while expressing displeasure over the names of nominees whose loyalty is already with the ruling party, and said it contravenes the Electoral Act.

According to him, TMG is more concerned about the potential impact of such a “much push from the Presidency on the overall credibility, transparency and integrity of the upcoming elections in 2023.”

He said: “The Transition Monitoring Group,TMG, is seriously worried by the reported surreptitious nominations of Card-carrying members of the ruling party, All Progressive Congress, into the decision making structure of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at all levels as enabling strategy to influence the process and outcome of 2023 general elections.

“We condemn in totality the appointments of card-carrying members of any political party as a controlling strategy that can compromise the competence and objectivity of INEC, under which the independence and integrity of the Commission cannot be guaranteed to deliver free, fair and credible elections.

“While the provisions of 1999 Constitution are clear on the compositions, and major appointments into structure of the Electoral Body, we are displeased by the apparent partisanship and favouritism reported through the nominations of the party’s card-carrying members as INEC Commissioners and State Resident Electoral Commissioners.

“TMG on this note call on President Muhammadu Buhari to in the spirit of his administration’s commitment to anti-corruption and transparency, withdraw all names of political party chieftains or card-carrying members contained in the nominations; and consider for immediate replacements, persons of integrity and unquestionable character, to demonstrate non-partisanship in the selections and nominations.”

The TMG boss also called on the National Assembly to reject nomination of such persons rather stand with the Electoral Act.

“We call on the National Assembly to reject confirmation of all nominated party chieftains and insist on transparency and non-partisanship in the selections, to uphold democratic value and electoral integrity, while proving respect for the sanity and sanctity of the rule of law.

“We also call on INEC to give detailed and verifiable positions of the nominated persons and rationale for their selections as well as prerequisite for the recent adjustments in the Commission’s structure and compositions at all levels”, he added.

Strike: FG Should Sign Renegotiated Agreement With ASUU Immediately – Falana

 

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has called on the Federal Government to sign the renegotiated agreement with the striking members of the Academic Strike Union of University (ASUU).

In a statement on Sunday, the Senior Advocate of Nigeria urged both ASUU leadership and the current administration to resume negotiations in order to end the prolonged strike for the overall good of Nigerian students.

While calling on both sides to resume the negotiations in the interest of the country the Federal Government should be prevailed upon to end the prolonged industrial action.

 

He accused the Federal Government of resorting to blackmail ASUU, recalling how talks with the union ended in deadlock, a situation that dashed the hopes of many students.

“Instead of engaging in the diversionary tactics of blackmailing ASUU the Federal Government should ensure that the strike is called off by signing the Renegotiated Agreement with ASUU without any further delay,” Falana said.

“While calling on both sides to resume the negotiations in the interest of the country the Federal Government should be prevailed upon to end the prolonged industrial action.”

The rights lawyer is of the view that the Federal Government should commit itself to the faithful implementation of collective agreements reached with ASUU which are enforceable by virtue of the relevant provisions of the Trade Disputes Act instead of embracing the fascist option of prescribing union.

Making reference to the 1992 and 2009 FG/ASUU Agreements, Falana said it was expressly stated that the revenue realised from the sale of the properties of the Federal Government abandoned in Lagos when the Federal Capital was moved to Abuja would be channelled towards the funding of tertiary education in the country.

According to him, the Federal Government has turned around to selling the properties to private individuals and corporate bodies at low giveaway prices.

Some of the properties, he explained, were sold to powerful individuals and corporate bodies including a multinational corporation.

Arguing that a number of the properties have not been sold, Falana wants the Federal Government to turn them over to the universities in line with the terms of the FG/ASUU Collective Agreements.

 

 

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Just in: 16-year-old wins teens essay competition

A 16-year-old, Ezera Nmesomachi, has emerged the overall winner of the 2022 Teens Essay Competition organised by the National Children and Teens Desk of the Presbyterian Church Of Nigeria.

The essay competition with the theme, ‘The Beauty Of The Presbyterian Liturgy’, was organized for teenagers between the ages of 13 – 19 years in all the parishes of the church within the country.

Nmesomachi is a native of Ebem Ohafia, Ohafia LGA and an ex-student of Intellectual Giant Christian Academy Umuahia and recently sat for the 2022 West African Senior School Examination.

She said, “The theme has to do with the uniqueness of the method of worship, making one stand apart from every other method of worship by other churches.”

Nmesomachi, who said it was the first time to sit for an essay competition, noted that coming out with first position motivated her.

 

A 16-year-old, Ezera Nmesomachi, has emerged the overall winner of the 2022 Teens Essay Competition organised by the National Children and Teens Desk of the Presbyterian Church Of Nigeria.

The essay competition with the theme, ‘The Beauty Of The Presbyterian Liturgy’, was organized for teenagers between the ages of 13 – 19 years in all the parishes of the church within the country.

Nmesomachi is a native of Ebem Ohafia, Ohafia LGA and an ex-student of Intellectual Giant Christian Academy Umuahia and recently sat for the 2022 West African Senior School Examination.

She said, “The theme has to do with the uniqueness of the method of worship, making one stand apart from every other method of worship by other churches.”

Nmesomachi, who said it was the first time to sit for an essay competition, noted that coming out with first position motivated her. 

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Oronsaye Report Will Lead To Fundamental Changes In Our Civil Service-FG

President Muhammadu Buhari Friday in Abuja said the public service remains the engine room of government, and should attract the “best and brightest’’ that will fuel policies with fresh ideas, while assuring that the Orosanye White Paper Report will be implemented, after review.

“I have directed that the Orosanye White Paper Report be subjected to immediate review to enable Government take the most appropriate decision on its general recommendation,’’ the President told the Central Working Committee of Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) at the State House.

“I am aware that the review is about to be completed. While some may complain about the length of time it has taken thus far, the outcome of the various review teams would lead to some fundamental changes in the structure of our Civil Service and as such it must be subjected to rigorous review and scrutiny before presentation and implementation,’’ he added.

The President said that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation will submit the harmonized white paper once it has been concluded.

He assured that the administration remains focused on strengthening the service and ensuring it helps the government fulfill its objectives.

The President noted that the government understands the role of the Civil Service in policy formulation and implementation towards the provision of socio-economic and political benefits to our citizens.

“This administration remains focused on strengthening the service and ensuring it helps the government fulfill its objectives. The Civil Service must not be seen as a dumping ground for job seekers, but must attract the best and the brightest who will contribute fresh ideas and a determination to solving our socio-economic problems,’’ the President added.

President Buhari appreciated civil servants for their role in realizing targets of the administration.

“The role and importance of the Civil Service cannot be over emphasized. A strong Civil Service is the bedrock on which good governance, policy execution and pathways for the delivery of democratic dividends can be achieved.

“I am further delighted to note your acknowledgement of the giant strides this administration has made since its inception in repositioning the Federal Civil Service for greater productivity and enhanced performance. I take note of the various milestone achievements you have listed which symbolizes our commitment to the Civil Service in spite of the many challenges that we encountered from the beginning of this journey,’’ he said.

On request for salary review for civil servants by the committee, the President acknowledged the urgent need for a general salary review in the Federal Public Service due to worldwide problems of high inflation amidst general economic disruption.

“However, I wish to urge you to appreciate the revenue constraints being presently faced by Government which is caused mainly by the activities of unscrupulous citizens through the theft of our crude oil, a major contributor to our revenue base.

“This is compounded by global economic downturn as a result of the on-going Russian – Ukrainian war, which has led to price increases not just in the costs of goods and services globally, but also in the transportation of these goods and services across the globe.

“You are also aware of the enormous burden placed on our finances by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Furthermore, let me note the significant investment we have had to make in security over the last seven years, which means other sectors of the economy have not been able to receive as much funding as we would have liked. Only when our country is secured, that we are able to proceed and take on other aspects of our economic challenges,’’ he added.

President Buhari explained that investment in security assets had been at a huge cost, after several decades of negligence.

“However, my confidence in the Nigerian Armed forces is unshaken, and I have tasked the Chief of Defense Staff and his service chiefs to take the war to these criminals who have made life difficult for many Nigerians.

“Recent reports have shown the message is now being heard and the dividends of our seven years of investments are now maturing. I implore our forces to continue with the current effort and determination until we rid our land of these miscreants.

“I also wish to reiterate that we will not allow a few criminals to have unfettered access to the nation’s crude oil supply hence I have directed our security agencies to speedily bring to a halt the activities of these vandals in the Niger Delta,’’ the President noted.

He said that criminal activities on seas, where large vessels seek to hide in neighboring countries will be checked, stressing that “there should be no hiding place for such criminals, and our cooperation with neighboring countries in halting these crimes is being strengthened and tightened.’’

President Buhari told the Central Working Committee of ASCSN that request for restoration of the payment of gratuity to public service employees was one of the landmark provisions addressed in the 2004 Pension Reform Act.

“Therefore, implementing your request for the payment of a bulk sum of gratuity to retired civil servants would negate the intent and provisions of the Act.

“It should be acknowledged that a change in the implementation of the Act would require an amendment by the National Assembly. But more importantly, the Pension Reform Act is a better designed and robust system that allows for safety of pensioners funds and its payment.’’

On the harmonization of salary in the Public Service, the President said a Committee was set up for that purpose, under the Minister of Finance which was still working.

According to President Buhari:

“A report is being expected, to be submitted at the conclusion of its assignment, which would be studied for appropriate action.’’

The President said the Head of Service of the Federation had been directed to liaise with other relevant government agencies to see how the 2023 budget estimates can accommodate an increase in the budget of Federal Government Staff Housing Loans Board.

“Let me thank you once more for this visit and to reassure you that this administration would not tolerate any policy that would destabilize the service. I therefore implore you to always acknowledge your very important role as the engine room of government no matter the political party that is in power. This is the main reason why you must remain non-partisan in the discharge of your duties,’’ he said.

The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige, said members of ASCSN had been supportive in actualizing programmes and policies of the administration, describing the leadership as mostly public servants that were vast in civil service procedure, “so when you negotiate with them it is easy and when you make the right point they know.’’

In his remarks, the President of ASCSN, Dr Tommy Okon, noted that the administration had been “worker- friendly’’ with implementation of far reaching reforms, which include regular payment of salaries and allowances, increase in minimum wage, extension of retirement age for some workers, like teachers, and sustenance of the size of public service in spite of constraints of financing.

Okon called for an increase in salaries of civil servants, following increasing cost of living, restoring full payment of gratuity at retirement, harmonization of public service salaries and allowances, and increase in the budget of the National Housing Fund.

He said the increasing cost of living had made it difficult for many public servants to carry on in spite of the minimum wage review, advising that benefits of all public servants should also be harmonized for fairness.

“There should be equal pay for jobs of equal value,’’ he added.

The President of ASCSN commended President Buhari for ensuring access and inclusivity in governance, noting that it was the first time the Association was meeting with a President of the country.

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FATHER HITS 2 OF HIS CHILDREN WITH STONE TO DEATH IN MICHIKA, ADAMAWA STATE

 FATHER HITS 2 OF HIS CHILDREN WITH STONE TO DEATH IN MICHIKA, ADAMAWA STATE

A 25 years old man, Elisha Tari, of Michika Local Government Area, Adamawa state has been arrested for allegedly killing 2 of his children.

The suspect who hails from Himikidu, Michika LGA, allegedly picked up a stone and a stick and hit 2 of his children (3 and 5 years old respectively) multiple times on their heads to death.

A statement by SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, Spokesman of the Police Command which was made available to NEWS PLATFORM on Saturday, said that the suspect was apprehended on the 18th August, 2022.

SP Nguroje, said that the accused was arrested following a complaint lodged at the Divisional Police Headquarters, Michika by the grandfather of the deceased.

"Preliminary investigation reveals that the victim's mother got separated from the suspect 2 months ago after they had a misunderstanding" SP Nguroje added.

He said the suspect was arrested while trying to escape to Cameroon Republic and being investigated to ascertain reason behind the brutal murder of his own children.

According to him, the Commissioner of Police, CP S.K Akande, who noted with sadness the in-human act, directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police CID to take over investigation and ensure prosecution of the suspect to serve as deterrant to others.

He called on the general public to always report to the police all acts of criminalty being perpetrated within their communities.

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Chelsea have made a shock enquiry regarding Harry Maguire’s availability. They want to include Maguire in any deal to send Pulisic to Man Utd. 😦😦 Via: (MailSport)

 Chelsea have made a shock enquiry regarding Harry Maguire’s availability.  They want to include Maguire in any deal to send Pulisic to Man Utd. 😦😦 

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Just in flooding in some parts of Girei Local Government Area, Adamawa state.

FLOOD KILLS 10, DISPLACES OTHERS IN ADAMAWA

At least 10 people have been confirmed dead while scores of others displaced by 

The Executive Secretary Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency ( ADSEMA), Dr. Suleiman Amin Muhammad, confirmed the incident to NEWS PLATFORM in a telephone interview on Friday.

Dr. Suleiman Amin, said that 10 persons were killed, while others displaced in Jabbi Lamba town and environs, following Thursday, torrential rainfall recorded in the LGA and some parts of the state.

He told NEWS PLATFORM that 6 corpses have been recovered while 4 others are yet to be recovered.

He said that the natural disaster led to the hospitalisation of 3 kids after a building collapsed on them in the town.

The Executive Secretary disclosed that his agency has since deployed its Assessment Team in the affected areas.

He added that the agancy will reach out to the National Emergency Management Agency(NEMA) and RED to visit the affected communities so as to ascertain the level of damage caused by the disaster.

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JUST IN AN INTERVIEW WITH STUDENTS OF SET 4 PERIOPERATIVE NURSING MAUTH, YOLA

 

Nr Utobong: Said she is feeling very happy today that she have reach somewhere and that in few months time she will write her Final Exams. She thank God for making it possible for her to see this time.

Nr Ladi: Said she is excited feeling great and "full of positive vibe" and  is waiting for the last paper without any fear or tension because she is fully prepare for that.

Nr Fatima: Started by saying she is feeling OK and psychologically stable. She said,  she is waiting and preparing for tomorrow. She wish all the members of the class good luck and happy preparation

Nr Mustapha Has this to Say; I am very very excited for entering the exam hall and finding the exams the way I want it to be. That there are some angles that if to say questions have come from there,  he will give them more than comprehensive answer. He said if it is pass mark "Sai dai a hadu a wani gurin" till in another world. He wish the entire set a 100% success in the examination that is his earnest prayer. He also advice the class members to take the practical exams as serious as the written ones because it is one of the bed rock of the exams an training

Nr Rufai said; I am feeling so excited because almost all out of the 100% of the exams process has finish that is paper one and paper two now we are left with 30% which is the practical exams and that students are very busy preparing for the examination in the various theatre  suits to put things in order for the fourth coming exams. He wish the entire set best of luck in the exams an that he pray that all of us will graduate come Novemebr 2022

Nr Usman said he is feeling relief now with no tension after finish writing his paper one and paper two. He said i have come for practical exams preparation( instruments arrangement, ensuring the cleanliness of the  theatre,  and sterilization) he said he was opportune to go through the theatre list  for tomorrow. That him an his team member's went up to the level of reminding there self's about scrubbing, gowning gloving etc. He further said things are going on smoothly because there is a maximum cooperation between them and the theatre staffs and he ended by saying I wish all the class members success

Nr Kabir started by giving thanks to God almighty for sparing his life to witness  this day which is a credible moment of perioperative  programme and a gratitude to the hospital management and staffs of MAUTH, Yola,  The lecturers of school of post basic perioperative nursing MAUTH, Yola for impacting knowledge in him. He appreciate the Chief Examiner/ Deputy coordinator Mal Sai'du that he has excellently and marvelously did well in setting standard in the exam  questions. He commend the student for doing well in the examinations written so far an have a confidence that the exams is going to be 100% in sha Allah. He said school of post basic perioperative nursing MAUTH, Yola is as far better than all the school of post basic perioperative nursing base on standard and quality,  so he is happy to do his training here. He said his team are doing their preparation for tomorrows exams and there is a maximum cooperation between them and staffs in the hospital "Burns Centre " every body was very busy doing one thing or the other during the time am taking this report.

Haj Halima Said; She don't have anything to say. Because I meet her very busy and tired.

Generally, all the students were happy and busy preparing the theatres for tomorrows paper,  which is commendable. I in person have wish the entire class best of luck in the exams that is coming up tomorrow.

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JUST IN Adamawa NUJ calls on FIDA, UNFPA, UNICEF to intervene over the battering of its female member by the Husband.

 

Adamawa NUJ calls on FIDA, UNFPA, UNICEF to intervene over the battering of its female member by the Husband.

The leadership of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Adamawa State council has condemned in strong terms, an assault and battering of one of its female members, NAFEESAH VANDI, a staff of the News Department, Adamawa Broadcasting corporation Yola on Wednesday,17th August 2022.

The union describes the heinous act as unacceptable, wickedness, and barbaric, beating such a professional female practicing Journalist to a stupor by her alleged husband, Mallam Ibrahim Aliyu, a sacked staff of PHCN.

Though the police have already swung into action in investigating and arresting the perpetrator of the domestic violence, the NUJ calls for a more speedy action towards the immediate arrest and prosecution of the said Mallam Ibrahim Aliyu according to the law and constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

In a statement signed by Ishaka Donald Dedan, Chairman, and Fidelis Jockthan, Secretary that the union further called on national and international organizations like FIDA, UNFPA, UNICEF as well as Civil Society Organizations that are propagating a total halt on violence against women to step on the matter for justice to prevail.

17/08/2022

JUST IN ASUU STRIKE CONTINUES

 

 Tuesday’s meeting between the leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the Federal Government has again ended without an agreement.

This means the six-month old strike by public university lecturers is set to continue.

The striking lecturers had met with the Professor Nimi Briggs Committee on Tuesday at the National University Commission in Abuja with high hopes of resolving the impasse.

A senior member of ASUU, who craved anonymity told Channels Television that members of the Briggs renegotiation committee did not come with any new offer on the table.

Instead, the ASUU source said, the committee plead with the lecturers to suspend the ongoing strike, with promises that their concerns will be included in the 2023 budget.

According to the source, the meeting, which started at about 12pm, lasted for about three hours without any agreement reached.

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16/08/2022

SET 4 STUDENT OF SCHOOL OF POST BASIC PERIOPERATIVE NURSING MAUTH, YOLA

This is Pictures of some students of school of post Basic perioperative nursing MAUTH, YOLA.

Student in action during clinical Posting at MAUTH, Yola

Picture of a Student after laying of instrument awaiting the commencement of surgery

Cross section of the student during a football match competition 

Group picture in their class.

Students during clincal posting

YOLA AGOG AS ATIKU STORMS

  

A mammoth crowd of party faithful and supporters of the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, turned out on Monday to welcome him  home.

The People's Democratic Party Presidential candidate is returning to the state for the first time following his nomination as the presidential flag bearer of the Party for a second straight time.

The arrival of the ex-VP was preceded by his running mate, Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa,

Shortly afterwards the Governor and thousands of supporters received the PDP presidential candidate Alh. Atiku Abubakar.

Straight from the airport, the complete entourage moves to the Lamidos place to pay homage to lamido fombina Dr Muhammad Barkindo Aliyu Mustafa.

From the palace, the entourage moves to Ribadu square to welcome defectors from other political parties to the PDP and defectors who surrendered their APC membership cards in the fufore local government area of the state. The defectors were received by the PDP National chairman, Dr Iyorchia Ayu assisted by the state chairman Tahir Shehu, and other members of the state working committee.

Among them are the member representing Mubi North, Musa Shuaibu, the member representing Furore/Gurin Alhaji Shuaibu Babas and Yaya Saidu.

In his remarks, Governor Fintiri welcome the PDP presidential aspirant home and pleaded with the Adamawa citizens to come under one umbrella and support their son come 2023 as accoding to him Atiku is the striker while he is the defender.

PDP presidential candidate Alhaji Atiku lauded the people of Adamawa and Governor Fintiri for their support and pleaded with the citizens to vote for Fintirito again come 2023 to enable him to complete the good things he's doing for the state.

Highlights of the events are music performances from different singers

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New Media aid to Governor Fintiri

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15th August 2022