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24/01/2025

𝗔𝗚𝗙 T𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 O𝘃𝗲𝗿 T𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 S𝘂𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮 T𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has officially taken over the prosecution of Abubakar Abdulkadir, also known as Julde, and six others charged with terrorism and kidnapping.

At the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, Justice Emeka Nwite adjourned the trial to February 17, 2025, to accommodate the AGF’s intervention in the case.

The trial, initially prosecuted by the Inspector-General of Police, involves 19 counts against Abdulkadir and his co-defendants for acts of terrorism and kidnapping in Taraba State.

The prosecution alleged that between February and November 2022, the defendants carried out attacks in Sabon Gida village, Gassol Local Government Area, kidnapping Alhaji Maidabo Zide and other residents, demanding ransom, and stealing property, including livestock and vehicles.

Count 19 of the charges detailed a December 2022 incident in Jatau village, Bali LGA, where the defendants, armed with weapons, allegedly killed two residents, Muhammadu Umar and Bagudu Umar, and stole 26 cows and food supplies.

The prosecution said the acts contravened sections of the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act, 2022.

At Thursday’s proceedings, counsel for the IGP, Audu Garba, informed the court that the case file had been transferred to the AGF’s office.The AGF has requested the case file, and it has been transferred accordingly,” he said.

Justice Nwite confirmed receiving a letter from the AGF requesting an adjournment to January 29, but said the court’s schedule necessitated a February 17 date.

Counsel for the defendants did not oppose the adjournment.

However, Manjok Agom, representing the 1st, 2nd, and 4th defendants, raised concerns about the case’s delay, stating, “We are applying for the matter to be struck out since the AGF is now the prosecutor but is not in court today.”

But Justice Nwite rejected the request, clarifying that the case could not be struck out due to the AGF’s formal assumption of the prosecution.

He said, “The matter is adjourned to February 17 for a report from the Honourable Attorney General.”

24/01/2025

PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU APPROVED THE APPOINTMENT OF BOARD CHAIRPERSONS AND CEOS

From :
- Hajia Zainab A. Ibrahim, Chairman FEDERAL TEACHING HOSPITAL, GOMBE

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed board chairpersons for 42 federal organisations and a secretary to the board of the Civil Defence, Immigration, and Prisons Services.

The President has also appointed a new managing director for the Nigerian Railway Corporation and a director-general for the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI).

President Tinubu directs the board chairpersons not to interfere with the management of the organisations, emphasising that their positions are non-executive.

All the appointments take immediate effect.

1. NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS, MINISTRY OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
- Hon. Hillard Eta Chairman (Cross River)

2. NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
- Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi, Chairman (Lagos)

3. FEDERAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY OF NIGERIA, MINISTRY OF AVIATION
- H. E. Abdullahi U. Ganduje, Chairman (Kano)

4. NATIONAL SUGAR DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
- Sen. Surajudeen Bashiru Ajibola, Chairman (Osun)

5. NIGERIA BULK ELECTRICITY TRADING COMPANY
- H. E. Sulaiman Argungu, Chairman (Kebbi)

6. NATIONAL AGENCY FOR GREAT GREEN WALL
- Sen. Magnus Abe, Chairman (Rivers)

7. NATIONAL TEACHERS INSTITUTE
- Barr. Festus Fuanter, Chairman (Plateau)

8. NATIONAL BOARD FOR TECHNOLOGY INCUBATION (NBTI)
- Raji, Kazeem Kolawole, Director-General (Oyo)

9. NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF EDUCATIONAL PLANNING AND ADMINISTRATION
- Chief Victor Tombari Giadom, Chairman (Rivers)

10. TEACHERS REGISTRATION COUNCIL OF NIGERIA
- Comrade Mustapha Salihu, Chairman (Adamawa)

11. INDUSTRIAL TRAINING FUND
- Hon. Hamma Adama Ali Kumo, Chairman (Gombe)

12. NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

- Donatus Enyinnah Nwankpa, Chairman (Abia)

13. SHEDA SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPLEX
- Sen. Abubakar Maikafi, Chairman (Bauchi)

14. FEDERAL MORTGAGE BANK OF NIGERIA
- H. E. Nasiru Gawuna, Chairman (Kano)

15. NATIONAL OFFICE FOR TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION AND PROMOTION
- Sen. Tokunbo Afikuyomi, Chairman (Lagos)

16. NIGERIAN POSTAL SERVICE
- Chief D. J. Kekemeke, Chairman (Ondo)

17. NATIONAL INLAND WATERWAYS AUTHORITY
- Hon. Musa Sarkin Adar, Chairman (Sokoto)

18. NATIONAL STEEL COUNCIL
- Prof. Abdulkarim Kana Abubakar, Chairman (Nasarawa)

19. NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS ENFORCEMENT AGENCY
- Hon. Garba Datti Muhammad, Chairman (Kaduna)

20. NATIONAL BIO-SAFETY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
- Mu'azu Bawa Rijau, Chairman (Niger)

21. NIGERIAN BUILDING AND ROAD RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Hon. Durosimi Meseko, Chairman (Kogi)

22. FEDERAL TEACHING HOSPITAL, GOMBE
- Hajia Zainab A. Ibrahim, Chairman (Taraba)

23. NIGERIAN RAILWAY CORPORATION
- Dr.Kayode Isiak Opeifa, Managing Director (Lagos)

24. FEDERAL TEACHING HOSPITAL, IDO-EKITI
- Aare (Hon.) Durotolu Oyebode Bankole, Chairman (Ogun)

25. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, ABEOKUTA
- Mr Abdullahi Dayo Israel, Chairman (Lagos)

26. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, ASABA
- Dr. Mrs. Mary Alile Idele, Chairman (Edo)

27. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, LOKOJA
- Nze Chidi Duru (OON), Chairman (Anambra)

28. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, OWERRI
- Hon. Emma Eneukwu, Chairman (Enugu)

29. CIVIL DEFENCE, IMMIGRATION AND PRISONS SERVICES BOARD
- Major Gen. Jubril Abdulmalik Rtd, Secretary (Kano)

30. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, UMUAHIA
- Mr. Uguru Mathew Ofoke, Chairman (Ebonyi)

31. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, YENAGOA
- Barr. Felix Chukwumenoye Morka, Chairman (Delta)

32. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, YOLA
- Alh. Bashir Usman Gumel, Chairman (Jigawa)

33. DAVID UMAHI FEDERAL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, UBUHU, EBONYI STATE
- Dr. Ijeoma Arodiogbu, Chairman (Imo)

34. NATIONAL OIL SPILL DETECTION AND RESPONSE AGENCY
- Chief Edward Omo-Erewa, Chairman (Edo)

35. NIGERIAN MARITIME ADMINISTRATION AND SAFETY AGENCY (NIMASA)
- Yusuf Hamisu Abubakar, Chairman (Kaduna)

36. NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
- Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, Chairman (Borno)

37. AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, SHIKA, ZARIA, KADUNA STATE
- Hon. Lawal M. Liman (Chairman)

38. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE KATSINA
- Dr. Abubakar Isa Maiha (Chairman)

39. RAW MATERIALS RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (RMRDC)
- Isa Sadiq Achida, Chairman (Sokoto)

40. FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE BIRNIN KUDU
- Dr. Mohammed Gusau Hassan, Chairman Zamfara

41. NATIONAL BUILDING AND ROAD RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Hon. Yahuza Ado Inuwa, Chairman (Nasarawa)

42. SOKOTO-RIMA RIVER BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
- Amb. Abubakar Shehu Wurno, Chairman (Sokoto)

43. AMINU KANO TEACHING HOSPITAL
- Augustine Chukwu Umahi, Chairman (Ebonyi)

44. FEDERAL SCHOLARSHIP BOARD
- Engr. Babatunde Fakoyede, Chairman (Ekiti)

45. NIGERIAN SOCIAL INSURANCE TRUST FUND
- Hon. Shola Olofin, Chairman (Ekiti)

Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)

January 23, 2025

23/01/2025

𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲 - 𝘉𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘋𝘢𝘺 𝘕𝘦𝘸𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘱𝘦𝘳

2003: The Federal Government awarded a $6 billion Build, Operate, and Transfer (BOT) contract to Sunrise and its Chinese partners after an international bidding process.

2005: Sunrise Consortium secured $5.5 billion in financing from China Eximbank to execute the project.

2007: The government annulled the BOT contract with Sunrise and instead signed a $1.46 billion civil works agreement with China Gezhouba Group Corporation (CGGC) and China Geo-Engineering Corporation (CGC), breaching the initial agreement.

May 2007: Sunrise initiated legal actions to challenge the contract termination, resulting in a 14-year delay that prevented the new contractors from commencing work.

November 2007: Sunrise petitioned then-President Umaru Yar’Adua. In 2009, the government terminated the $1.46 billion EPC contract.

November 23, 2012: A General Project Ex*****on Agreement (GPEA) was signed between the Federal Government, Sunrise, and its Chinese partners to revive the project.

November 12, 2017: The government controversially awarded a $5.8 billion EPC contract to another Chinese consortium, despite warnings from the Attorney-General to honour the GPEA.

2018: Sunrise filed a $2.3 billion arbitration claim with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), seeking damages from the Federal Government and the Sinohydro Consortium.

2019: Following Chinese government intervention, a special envoy visited former President Muhammadu Buhari, leading to settlement talks.

2020: A settlement agreement was reached in January, contingent on approvals from China Eximbank and the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria. The Federal Government failed to meet the agreement’s terms.

2021: Sunrise withdrew its $500 million arbitration claim in September, demanding financial commitments and recognition as the project’s exclusive local content partner. The government defaulted again, delaying payments to contractors and contributions to counterpart funds.

2022: On October 13, the ICC ruled against the Nigerian government, rejecting its objections.

2023: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accused former Minister of Power Olu Agunloye of awarding the BOT contract without proper approvals and alleged he received a N3.6 million bribe in 2019 from Sunrise and its Chairman, Leno Adesanya.

2024: Former President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to testify in international arbitration over breaches of the Mambilla project contract.

Business Day

23/01/2025

𝗡𝗦𝗔 𝗥𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗱𝘂 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝘂𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝘂𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀.

Over 250 containers of Tramadol and other dangerous substances have been uncovered at Nigerian ports, prompting National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu to declare an all-out war on drug trafficking. A multi-agency committee, including ONSA, Customs, NDLEA, NAFDAC, and the Army, has been established to investigate the origins and owners of these substances, confiscate and destroy them, and ensure the safety and security of the nation’s ports and borders.

Drug abuse is a key driver of violent crimes and insecurity, posing serious risks to public health and national stability. This initiative is a bold step toward dismantling the networks fueling the narcotics trade and prioritizing the safety and wellbeing of Nigerians.

23/01/2025

U🟥P🟥D🟥A🟥T🟥E: The administration of Governor Agbu Kefas is set to commence the distribution of learning materials across the state following the implementation of education policy.

Learning materials to be distributed across schools in the state are:
🟥° iPads.
🟥° Notebooks: 40 leaves, 60 leaves, 80 leaves,
and 100 leaves
🟥° Mathematical sets
🟥° Pens
🟥° Uniforms for both male & and females.
🟥° Sport wears for both male & and females.
🟥° Sucks
🟥° Schoolbags and
🟥° Shoes.

22/01/2025

N33.8 BILLION FRAUD: How I Received More Than N22bn from Federal Ministry of Power- BDC Operator

The trial of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman continued on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at the Federal High Court, Abuja, presided over by Justice James Omotosho with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC presenting its 8th witness, PW8.

The witness, PW8 Abdullahi Suleman, a bureau de change operator, narrated how more than N22 billion was allegedly siphoned from the Federal Ministry of Power while Mamman was Minister. He said the naira equivalent of the money was exchanged for United States dollars through his business accounts.

Mamman is being prosecuted by the EFCC on a 12-count charge bordering on conspiracy to commit money laundering to the tune of N33,804,830,503.73 (Thirty-three Billion, Eight Hundred and Four Million, Eight Hundred and Thirty Thousand, Five Hundred and Three Naira, Seventy-three Kobo).

At Wednesday’s proceedings, Suleiman, while being led in evidence by prosecution counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN narrated that about 12 of his business accounts received money from the Federal Ministry of Power without carrying out any service, contact or project. His companies; Prymint Investment Limited, Strong Field International Projects Limited, Mintedge Nigeria Limited, First Class Construction and Project, Silverline Ocean Ventures, Golden Bond Nigeria Limited, Sipikin Global Enterprise, Spinhiills Biz International limited, Fullest Utility Concepts Limited, Platinum Touch Enterprises, Breathable Investment Limited and a company owned by his brother named Gurupche Business Enterprises were used for the transactions.

“I know Alhaji Maina Goje, we are in the same business, sometimes in 2019, Maina Goje met me that he has transaction that I should give him some of my account numbers, the first account I gave him was Fullest, he will send money and I will give him dollars, he started asking for more accounts, he will tell me what to do with the transactions, I will get the dollar and give him and sometimes I will do a transfer to other accounts. We have been working together since then till 2024. From my rough calculations, the amount I have received through the transactions will be more than 22 billion naira. Also Maina used to send someone called Musbhu anytime he was not available, he would send him and give me instructions on what to do with him, we do call him Yaro Minister because he is from Saleh Mamman", he said.

Continuing, “ I also know Mr Mustapha Muhammed, Goje told me that he is his oga, I didn’t know him before until Maina Goje introduced him to me, then I learnt he works with Federal Ministry of Housing and instructed that anytime they can’t reach him, I should give him the amount of dollars he requested”

When shown Exhibit X series, which contained bank statements generated from his companies showing evidence of money inflows into his bank accounts with Strong Field international Projects Limited, Mintedge Nigeria Limited, Prymint Investment Limited, the witness admitted that they were the accounts he gave Maina Goje.

Among some of the notable transactions shown to him on the accounts were; N285,983,285 received on 24th May 2021, N278, 248.611 on 26th May 2021, , N320m on 1st January, 2021, 184m on 18 June, 2021, N178,300,285 on 14th July 2021, , N75,420, 000 on 5th August 2021, N75,120,000 on 1st December 2021, N68,150,620 and N70,650 on 15th December 2021, N90,247,395 on 12th Jan 2022, N64, 747,627 on 16 February 2022, among others and he agreed receiving them.

Earlier, a Compliance Officer from FCMB presented and tendered bank statements and attachments in a reply letter to the EFCC dated August 16, 2024 in respect of Prymint Investments Limited, Platinum Touch Enterprises, Royal Perimeter Ventures, Golden Bond Nigeria Limited, Flex Utility Concepts Limited, Bentech Nigeria Limited admitted and marked Exhibit XTUB.

The judge adjourned the matter to 23 January, 2025 for continuation of hearing.

Visit www.efcc.gov.ng for more stories

22/01/2025

LATEST DEVELOPMENT: A report has just been received of a tanker carrying diesel involved in an accident at Mile 6 Jalingo, Taraba state capital. We advise people to stay far away from the area, please.

22/01/2025

N27 BILLION CASE: Ex-Governor Ishaku Gave Me Dollars To Relocate To Lagos Away From EFCC Searchlight – Witness

A Prosecution Witness, Mr Ismail Lawal, on Tuesday told a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court that former governor of Taraba, Darius Ishaku gave him 5,000 dollars to relocate to Lagos.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Sept. 30, 2024, arraigned Ishaku and former permanent secretary, Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the state, Bello Yero for fraud.

Both are being prosecuted on a 15-count charge, bordering on criminal breach of trust, conspiracy and conversion of public funds to the tune of N27 billion.

Testifying, Lawal alleged that Ishaku gave him the money to relocate when he learned that the EFCC was investigating him.

Lawal informed the court that he worked as a system analyst in 2011 with Excelarc Partners, owned by the former governor.

He added that he was later called in 2012 to work as a personal assistant to Ishaku when he (former governor) was appointed Minister of State for Power.

The witness said that when Ishaku became governor of Taraba in 2015, he invited him to work with him as personal assistant.

“I was in charge of the former governor’s mails. I ran errands for him as well as collect money from the accounts section of the Government House in Jalingo and followed the governor’s instructions on what to do with the money,” he said.

He was in his evidence by the prosecution counsel, Rotimi Jacobs SAN .

Lawal added that he was paid a monthly salary of N130,000 in cash by the former governor.

“I was informed that the EFCC needed me for questioning on June 12, 2021.

“I was ready to show up but I was later told by the former governor not to appear in the EFCC office. He said I should stay away.

“I was in Lagos for close to two years. I moved from one hotel to another. I don’t know how the EFCC officials traced my whereabouts to my hotel in Magodo, Lagos,” he said.

The witness said that upon his arrest, he was transferred to Abuja from Lagos.

”I was shown a CCTV footage of how I collected money from the UBA branch at Jabi in Abuja and also shown my bank statement in Zenith Bank current and savings accounts,” he said.

In spite of objection by the defence counsel P.H.Ogbole ,SAN for Ishaku and Adeila Adedipe SAN, for Yero, the prosecution counsel, Jacobs tendered the statements of account of the witness, which were admitted by the court as exhibits.

He told the court that each time money was paid into his account, he gets a call afrom either Permanent Secretary, Government House, Jalingo, Mr Chindo Audu or the Director of Finance, Mr Galenya Lydia.

“They always tell me that they sent money meant for His Excellency and that I should withdraw and give it to him (Ishaku).”

Justice Sylvania Oriji adjourned the case until Jan. 28 for continuation of hearing.(NAN)

21/01/2025

UPDATE: 🟥The Federal Government has introduced the National Health Programs for youths across all 774 local government areas in Nigeria.

Eligibility Requirements For The Programme Include:

Must be between the ages of 25 and 35.
Bachelor’s degree (health-related, IT, or social sciences).

Demonstrable interest/ or Experience in Public health OR health-related NGO and partner organisations OR community projects that demonstrate leadership and initiative.

Candidates must be available to participate full-time in the fellowship programme.

Candidates must be an indigene of the state being applied for.

Candidates must possess smartphones with data capabilities i.e. for WhatsApp, Zoom etc.
Recommendation from the University Dean OR NYSC place of primary assignment, or a respected organisation demonstrating character and leadership.

Demonstrated analytical skills and entrepreneurial drive.

Application Process:

👉🏽Visit: healthfellows.ng to begin your application

👉🏽Ensure you meet the programme’s requirements.

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👉🏽Shortlisted candidates will be notified and provided with details on the next steps

Application deadline is the 27th of January, 2025.

Please visit: healthfellows.ng for more information on the eligibility and application process.

21/01/2025

Impending cabinet reshuffle unsettles Taraba commissioners

Mr. Tanko Adi, resident of Jalingo, told our correspondent that many Commissioners have lost a sense of direction with no vision to deliver on the Moving Forward train of the administration.

“The zeal with which the administration started is dying down. Most of the commissioners are not working. Go to the ministries and see what is happening. Once the governor is out of town most of the Commissioners don’t report to work in their offices.

“These set of Commissioners have lost touch with the people and the reality is that if they are allowed to stay till 2027, it will be bad for the governor. Instead of going out to attract investment and benefits to the state, most of the commissioners are busy waiting for the governor to approve memos for them, sometimes for projects that are of no benefit to the people.”

The Sun

20/01/2025

2025 HAJJ UPDATE: The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has made an official announcement regarding the fare for the 2025 pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Southern States - N8.7 million
Borno and Adamawa Zone - N8.3 million. Others Northern states - N8.4 million.

19/01/2025

TARABA STATE UNIVERSITY: RESCHEDULE OF EXAMINATIONS FOR 2023/2024 ACADEMIC SESSION

In response to suspension of the strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), TSU-Branch, on 18th January, 2025, and noting the on-going strike of SSANU/NASU, the University Management at its emergency meeting held on 18th January, 2025, has rescheduled the continuation of second semester examinations for 2023/2024 academic session to 27th January, 2025.

All staff and students are to note this as appropriate.

18/01/2025

Taraba State University ASUU Chapter Suspends Strike After Government Commitments

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University (TSU) Chapter, has suspended its strike action initiated on December 5, 2024. The decision comes after a series of negotiations with the Taraba State Government, culminating in agreements to address the long-standing issues plaguing the institution.

The strike, according to ASUU-TSU, was necessitated by the partial implementation of several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and Memoranda of Action (MoAs) signed with the government since 2014. These agreements covered critical issues, including university funding, earned academic allowances, staff pensions and gratuities, backlog of salaries, and compliance with minimum wage adjustments.

Key Agreements Reached:
1.University Funding: The government, through the Governing Council, committed to enhancing funding in alignment with Taraba State Law No. 4 of 2008.
2. Earned Academic Allowances (EAA): An initial 10% of the accumulated sum has been disbursed, with 5% to be paid monthly starting February 2025, until all arrears are cleared.
3. Pensions and Gratuities: Approval has been given for a State-Defined Pension Scheme to ensure prompt payment of benefits.
4. Backlog of Salaries: A template for clearing outstanding salaries will be finalized by the first week of February 2025.
5. Constitution of a Governing Council: Membership will be adjusted to meet statutory requirements.
6.Minimum Wage Adjustments: Implementation of the wage adjustment has commenced, with a promise of timely salary payments.

ASUU-TSU Expresses Gratitude
The union expressed profound gratitude to Governor Agbu Kefas for his leadership and commitment to resolving the crisis. The union acknowledged the governor's personal intervention, dialogue-driven approach, and dedication to addressing their concerns. They also extended appreciation to the Ministry of Tertiary Education and the University Administration for their collaborative efforts.

ASUU National and the TSU Congress were also commended for their unwavering support, which was instrumental in achieving this resolution.

Looking Ahead
In conclusion, ASUU-TSU assured stakeholders of its commitment to fostering a harmonious academic environment that benefits students, staff, and the broader community. "Your solidarity has been a source of strength," stated Dr. Garba Mbave Joshua, Chairperson of the ASUU-TSU Chapter.

The suspension of the strike marks a significant step toward restoring normalcy at Taraba State University, with hopes for sustained collaboration to address the challenges in the education sector.

- Ministry of information and Re-orientation

17/01/2025

Lassa Fever Outbreak in Taraba State: Between October 24, 2024, and January this year, there have been 84 suspected cases of Lassa fever in the state, with 33 of those confirmed positive.

He added that despite the alarming figures, nine patients have been successfully treated and discharged, while six others remain on admission at FMC Jalingo.

Dr. Joseph assured the public that steps are being taken to contain the outbreak.

16/01/2025

Taraba govt to begin sale of 200,000 subsidised bags of grain

“The government is determined to sell 10,000 metric tons of grains, equivalent to 200,000 50kg bags, at subsidized prices.

“The sales will commence across all 16 LGAs soon,” the commissioner added.

16/01/2025

UPDATE:
President Bola Tinubu approves recruitment of 5,000 personnel for Correctional Service

15/01/2025

Leadership Crisis Rocks Taraba College Of Nursing As Retired Provost Remains In Office - SaharaReporters

The crisis further highlights concerns over adherence to retirement protocols, transparency in appointments, and compliance with regulatory standards established by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

According to sources, Esther Gana, who officially retired on October 27, 2024, has refused to vacate her position, continuing to perform all duties, including signing checks and awarding contracts. Further investigation revealed that Gadi's qualifications, a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Nursing, fall short of the standards set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for the role of provost.

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"The standard requirement for a lecturer is a master’s degree; for Head of Department, Nursing, it is a PhD (doctoral degree); the same for the provost," a staff member told SaharaReporters.

The staff member added, "Her appointment was mindboggling because obviously she didn't qualify; the immediate past governor, Darius Dickson Ishaku appointed her through the obnoxious Nigerian 'man-know-man' syndrome."

Notwithstanding the controversy surrounding her qualifications, Esther Gana held the office until her retirement in October last year. A document obtained by SaharaReporters reveals that her retirement was officially approved by the Taraba State Civil Service Commission.

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UPDATE: Striking Taraba SSANU rejects partial offers, insists on full implementation of demands

According to the statement, the union, after her emergency congress meeting held on Friday, resolved that the indefinite strike action will continue until all her demands are made.

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