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UNN suspends lecturer for alleged sexual misconduct, begins probe

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University of Nigeria, Nsukka, has suspended a lecturer identified as Mr Mfonobong Udoudom, who was caught in a now-viral video allegedly harassing a female student.

The lecturer who was caught in a viral video wearing a pair of boxers is said to be a lecturer in the General Studies division of the university.

Although our correspondent could not independently ascertain the day the incident occurred, the University had confirmed it.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, signed by Acting Public Relations Officer, Chief Okwun Omeaku, the university said the randy lecturer has been suspended indefinitely while clarifying that he is not a professor.

His indefinite suspension, according to the statement, was to enable a thorough investigation into the incident by a disciplinary panel constituted by the University.

“The indefinite suspension is with immediate effect pending the outcome of a disciplinary panel constituted by the University to investigate the incident,” the statement noted.

“For the records, the University of Nigeria has zero tolerance for sexual misconduct involving our staff and students. UNN is among the few universities in the country that has a Sexual Harassment Policy, which guides the relationship between our staff and students in particular and among our male and female staff.

The university noted that they will investigate the matter, and appropriate sanctions will go to the accused if found guilty.

“As a university, we are committed to protecting our students from any form of abuse and exploitation, and the University Management will not hesitate to punish Mr Mfonobong David Udoudom, according to our rules, if he is found guilty by our disciplinary panel.”

In the viral video, seen by our correspondent, a voice was overheard saying, “We have been following this case from day one, we have tracks, all the voice notes, and everything.”

Another voice, supposedly, of a member of the task force was overheard saying in Igbo language, “If you want to ask questions, ask now; not when we have taken him out, people will start saying rubbish.”

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Fuel price hike: We’ll occupy major Nigeria cities September 15, NANS declares

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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened to occupy major cities across the country on September 15, if the recent increase in fuel prices is not reversed.

The Senate President of the student body, Henry Okuomo, disclosed this on Friday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily.

This is coming after a factional Senate President of the association, Babatunde Akinteye, denied that the group was organising a protest against the increase in petrol price.

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Edo suspends school resumption until further notice due to the hike in fuel price

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Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, has announced an indefinite postponement of the resumption of all schools in the state due to the recent increase in fuel prices.

This was disclosed in a memo issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Ojo Akin-Longe, on Saturday, September 7.

“The Edo State Government hereby announces that the resumption of all public and private schools in Edo State, initially scheduled for Monday, September 9, 2024, has been postponed until further notice

This decision has been made in response to the rising tension and challenges resulting from the recent fuel price increase,” the memo reads.

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NYSC DG Pledges Higher Allowance for Corps Members Under New Minimum Wage

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The NYSC Director-General assures corps members of an increased allowance following the implementation of the new minimum wage, highlighting the government’s commitment to their welfare

The serving corps members have received a guarantee that their monthly allowance will experience an increase once civil servants commence obtaining the newly approved minimum wage from the federal government.

Addressing corps members at Kebbi State Orientation Camp in Dakingari and Sokoto State Orientation Camp in Wamakko, the Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmed provided assurance.

He stated that their contributions to the socio-economic development of the country, which were both selfless and immense, should not be undervalued.

General Ahmed urged them to take advantage of their service year and focus on personal development while also planning for future success.

The director general offered additional counsel to the corps members, urging them to accept and participate in the NYSC skill acquisition and entrepreneurship development programme. These vocational courses will equip individuals with practical abilities that can result in their independence.

A new minimum wage of ₦70, 000 for civil servants in Nigeria has been agreed upon by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and federal government.

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