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May 15, 2024 ASUU Set to Down Tools Over Failure of FG to Appoint Governing Council in Federal Varsities

ASUU Set to Down Tools Over Failure of FG to Appoint Governing Council in Federal Varsities

The Academic Staff Union of Universities has threatened a nationwide strike. The union decried the failure of the Federal Government to appoint Governing Councils for Federal Universities.

 

The union also faulted what it described as the nonchalant attitude of the President BOLA TINUBU-led Federal Government to matters pertaining to academics in Nigerian Federal Universities.

 

Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja, the President of the union, Prof. EMMANUEL OSODEKE noted that it has given the TINUBU-led government enough time to set things in motion.

May 15, 2024 Federal Government Approves Initiative to Address Infrastructure and Housing Deficits

Federal Government Approves Initiative to Address Infrastructure and Housing Deficits

The Federal Executive Council has approved an initiative aimed at transforming the nation’s infrastructure and housing sector.

 

The initiative, as approved by the council, is tailored to meet the urgent demand for critical infrastructure and affordable homeownership, fostering job creation, inclusive growth, and long-term productivity enhancement.

The council gave its nod to the initiative at its meeting at the State House in Abuja

 

The initiative will unlock private-sector funds, which Nigerians can access for 25-year mortgages at low interest rates to realize their dreams of owning a home.

May 15, 2024 Governor Umo Eno Directs Transition Committee Chairmen in LGAs to Submit Score Card

Governor Umo Eno Directs Transition Committee Chairmen in LGAs to Submit Score Card

Governor UMO ENO has directed all Transition Chairmen of the 31 Local Government Areas in the State to submit their achievements in the last six months in office.

 

As contained in a released signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. EKERETE UDOH, the directive formed part of Governor UMO ENO’s commitment to ensure, accountability and service delivery.

 

According to the release, the verifiable achievements recorded will enable effective and more robust planning for the next phase of governance.

 

The Transition Chairmen are to channel their scorecard through the Office of the Commissioner for Local and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. FRANK ARCHIBONG and must get to the Governor on or before May 20th, 2024.

May 13, 2024 NFF Unveils Super Eagles Coach; Finidi George

NFF Unveils Super Eagles Coach; Finidi George

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) officially unveiled Finidi George as the new head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria on Monday morning following his appointment in April.

The unveiling ceremony took place took place in Abuja. Notable dignitaries expected in attendance included the Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, Permanent Secretary Mrs Tinuke Watti, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, and General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi.

Finidi George previously served as assistant coach under former Super Eagles boss Jose Peseiro. The NFF tapped him for the head coach role after his successful stint as an assistant.

The former Super Eagles’ winger played a key role in the technical crew that guided Nigeria to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. Additionally, he led Enyimba FC, a two-time CAF Champions League winner, to the Nigeria Premier Football League title last year.

Finidi has since stepped down from his role at Enyimba to dedicate himself fully to his national team assignment.

His immediate challenge will be to lead the Super Eagles to victory in their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic. These matches are scheduled for June 7th in Uyo and June 11th in Abidjan, respectively.

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