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Report on Disruption of SUG Election at Faculty of Agriculture, Nasarawa State University, Keffi

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In an alarming development during the ongoing Students’ Union Government (SUG) election at the Faculty of Agriculture, Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), the electoral process has been severely disrupted by the arrival of armed soldiers, reportedly from the Government House. The soldiers, arriving in a vehicle bearing the license plate number 145 NSGH, allegedly intervened in the election proceedings, creating a chaotic environment and forcing the eligible voters, agents, and observers to flee the polling area.

Eyewitness accounts and photographic evidence confirm the presence of these gun-wielding soldiers, who are accused of chasing away all legitimate participants in the election. The disruption is alleged to be part of an effort to manipulate the election in favor of a particular candidate, Rilwan Ahmed Barade, by stuffing ballot boxes with fraudulent votes.

This incident is deeply concerning as it undermines the principles of free, fair, and credible elections, which are essential in any democratic process. The involvement of external forces in what should be a student-led election raises serious questions about the integrity of the process and the safety of those involved.

In light of these events, there is a strong appeal to the management of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, to take immediate action. The election in the Faculty of Agriculture should be annulled, and steps must be taken to ensure that a fresh election is conducted under secure and transparent conditions. It is crucial that the university upholds the democratic rights of its students by ensuring that their votes are counted fairly and without undue interference.

The university community and all stakeholders are urged to remain vigilant and demand accountability to protect the sanctity of the electoral process. The credibility of the university and its commitment to democratic values are at stake, and swift action is required to restore trust in the electoral system.

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PhD student could not write his name properly – National teachers DG

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PhD student could not write his name properly – National teachers DG

The Director General of the National Teachers Institute (NTI), Professor Garba Maitafsir, has said that as a lecturer at the University, he came across a PhD Student who could not write his name properly.

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Homa Bay: Speaker Julius Gaya resigns ahead of impeachment motion in county assembly

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Homa Bay County Assembly Speaker Julius Gaya has tendered his resignation on the day he was to be impeached. Photo: Valary Akoth/Florence Owiti. Source: Original
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Homa Bay – County Assembly Speaker Julius Odhiambo Gaya has resigned from his position just hours before an impeachment vote was scheduled.

The resignation followed a formal process as outlined by the assembly’s Standing Orders, with Deputy Speaker Okings Okomo assuming the role of Acting Speaker and presiding over the day’s sitting.

In his announcement, as per Standing Order 14(a), Okomo confirmed the receipt of Gaya’s resignation letter, which had been addressed to the clerk and subsequently communicated to the assembly.

“I am in receipt of the resignation letter by Hon. Julius Odhiambo Gaya as the Speaker of this County Assembly,” Okomo stated, before declaring the speaker’s office vacant, in line with assembly procedure.

Majority Leader Richard Ogindo praised Gaya’s decision, describing it as an act of bravery. He acknowledged that Gaya had only the support of one out of 54 members in the house and that resigning was the best course of action to avoid further conflict.

“Mister speaker, allow me on behalf of all these members to appreciate our former speaker for being brave. Out of 54 members, he had only the support of one member in this house. By deciding to resign, that was the best he could do so that this honourable house could not bring those other issues,” Ogindo said.

Gaya, who was elected as the third speaker of the Homa Bay County Assembly on September 21, 2022, expressed his gratitude to the assembly members for their support during his tenure.

In his resignation letter, he said, “It has been an honour to serve the house, and I am grateful for the support extended to me.”

The resignation comes amid growing tensions within the assembly, where 53 out of 54 members had signed an impeachment motion against him.

The impeachment motion was set to be tabled in the assembly on Tuesday, November 12, the same day Gaya tendered his resignation.

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OOU Graduate Kazeem Abdur-Rahmon Receives ₦500k Award for Exceptional Academic Achievement

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OOU Graduate Kazeem Abdur-Rahmon Receives ₦500k Award for Exceptional Academic Achievement
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Kazeem Adebola Abdur-Rahmon, a distinguished alumnus of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), has been honored with a substantial cash reward of ₦500,000 from the Ogun State government. This recognition follows his outstanding academic feat, graduating with a remarkable CGPA of 4.88/5.0.

Abdur-Rahmon’s exceptional performance earned him the title of Best Graduating Student in the Faculty of Engineering (2022/2023 session). He took to Twitter to express gratitude to Governor Dapo Abiodun.

The tweet garnered widespread attention, with numerous congratulatory messages and admiration from users.

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