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ASUU Strike: FG Set To Release N23bn To University Lecturers – Education Minister

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Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, has said that arrangement has been made by the federal government for the release of N23 billion to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).

Speaking before the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFUND, led by Senator Jibrin Barau, the Minister disclosed that the executive arm of government had commenced plans to ensure that it honoured the agreement with ASUU.

The Minister disclosed that the Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, had already approved a total N53bn for the union so far, adding that the balance of N23bn would be released on Monday when the striking lecturers would receive the cheque.

He said: “ASUU asked for N23billion to be paid, but we said the condition for getting the N23billion was for them to account for the N30billion they had taken and they were not able to account for it.

“The Minister of Finance undertook to do the audit from the ministry and we agreed that the result will be known six months. During those six months, government undertook to be paying ASUU N1.5billion each month during the time they were waiting for this.

‘’However, their grouse was that the forensic audit promised by the Minister of Finance had not been done and the money promised not paid.

“So, at our meeting two days ago, the agreement was to pay them all and do forensic audit on the entire N53billion.

“That was what I tried to do yesterday (Wednesday). I wrote to the Minister of Finance and she has already approved and this money will be paid. Probably, by Monday, they will be able to receive the cheque.

“We didn’t agree with ASUU on their request that TSA should be taken out. I told them that it is not possible because it is a new policy and government is not going to change it for anyone.

“Concerning their salary short fall, we said the reason springs from universities employing people without proper authority.

“For instance, a university can just decide to go and recruit 50 people without notifying IPPIS. So, what they are going to get is the money they got last month, which will not be sufficient for them. We have told them that institutions should, henceforth, stop doing that and they accepted.

“There is the issue of registration of their pension commission. I think they have one or two issues to iron out with PENCOM and I believe they will also be able to solve the problem within a week.

“The issue of renegotiation is already ongoing, which will not affect what we have said. I have already written a letter formalizing the meeting and all the agreements we had with ASUU and gave them the letter yesterday.

“From the way they received it, I think it is possible that the strike will be called off within a week maximum.”

Chairman of the Committee, Senator Jibrin Barau, commended the Minister for his efforts towards ensuring that the situation was resolved and the strike called off.

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About Us:

INSTITUT DES FORMATIONS AVANCEES (I-FATOSS UNIVERSITY) is a bilingual university (French and English) with a unique philosophy of nations building via a thorough understanding of the substance of a university education and poised to bringing out the life and flesh of its substance to reality, outlining its full manifestation through the apprenticeship model approach in her curriculum and instructional pedagogy.

i-FATOSS University is also private University, which has been operating with official status since 2014 in the Republic of Benin founded by Professor Geoffroy BOTOYIYE.

i-FATOSS University is one of the leading universities in Africa found on sound moral ethics. It drives a vision to raise a new generation of leaders and reinstate the black race`s dignity. The University prioritises cutting-edge learning to make the “Total Man”.

The university has four colleges which include: The College of Business and Social Sciences; the College of Management Science, College of Arts and Humanities, and the College of Science and Technology.
i-FATOSS University has had a rapid rise all through its existence and has made the institution to be seen as one of the top 10 Universities to reckon with in the Republic of Benin.

i-FATOSS University is being known as IFA-TOSSI in the French Section of Benin Republic which means Institute Formation Avancee Tossi. This makes it a fully accredited institution of higher learning in the Republic of Benin and also Federal ministry of Education Abuja Nigeria, in which after their course of study with us our students are immediately mobilizate for NYSC in Nigeria.

Vision Statement:

To create conducive learning environment for acquiring Research – based knowledge that can be utilized for the development of humanity. To be the premier institution for the pursuit of excellence in knowledge, character and service to humanity.

Our Mission:

Our mission is to prepare creative and independent thinkers who are capable and confident global citizens. To provide a conducive environment for teaching, learning, research and development in which staff and students interact and compete effectively with other peers around the world.

As the University of First Choice and the Nation’s Pride, we place great premium on the development and welfare of our staff and students both at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Since its establishment in 2014, the institution has continued to play a key role in nation building by molding the teeming youth population through its teaching, research and community services.

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Climate Change: NerdzFactory Foundation and Access Bank take climate advocacy to Lagos Schools

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Students in public secondary schools in Lagos state will serve as model ambassadors for the global climate change advocacy being championed by financial giant, Access Bank and NerdzFactory Foundation, a non-profit organization working to improve access to quality education & skills, decent jobs, economic empowerment, climate change education and gender equality.

As part of the initiative, a flag-off event held at the Lagos City College Hall, Yaba on October 31st with the launch of “the climate change and environmental sustainability clubs,” which will equip at least 2000 students and teachers across 50 schools in Lagos State.

Students from ten schools within the Yaba axis participated in the launch event, which included the announcement of a climate essay competition that kicked off on November 7. The schools in attendance include Lagos City Senior College; Jibowu Junior High School; Wesley Girls Senior Secondary School; Aje Comprehensive Senior High School; Mobolaji Bank Anthony Junior High School; Birrel Avenue Senior High School; and Wesley Girls Junior Secondary School.

While addressing the students, Senior Special Assistant on Education to the Governor of Lagos State, Adetola Salau said that climate change is a real phenomenon that should be understood rather than dismissed.

“Since it is you and possibly your children who will be the ones dealing with the effects of climate change in about 30 years’ time, it is important for you to be interested and become engaged from now,” she said.

The climate change and sustainability clubs are designed to educate teachers, students and school leaders on environmental sustainability and climate change education, while also encouraging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and green careers among young people. The initiative is coming at a time when the world and the state needs sustainable climate intervention.

Ade’ Olowojoba, Director at NerdzFactory Foundation referred to the current nationwide flood crisis as a reason why more attention should be paid to climate change issues in Nigeria.

He charged the students to not be passive about the environment but always take action. “No matter how little, every positive action for a better environment count.”

According to the Head, Group Sustainability at Access Corporation, Omobolanle Victor-Laniyan, “Climate change is the biggest threat facing humanity today and Access Corporation remains committed to investing in climate change education to drive environmental sustainability.”

“Drawing from our experience in championing climate change initiatives over two decades, we have come to the realisation that there is a need to expand the knowledge base and deepen the interest of the younger generation in climate change issues if we are to stand any chance of sustaining positive impact. Hence, we are proud to be partnering with NerdzFactory to launch the climate change and sustainability clubs. It is our desire to scale this pilot initiative and extend our footprint across other geo-political zones over the next few years,” Victor-Laniyan added.

Also at the event were representatives from Access Bank (sponsor); Lagos State Ministry of Education; Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC) and the NerdzFactory Foundation team members.

NerdzFactory Foundation is dedicated to giving young adults across Africa/Nigeria with 21st Century technology skills needed to innovate, become self-reliant and also create jobs for themselves and others while also equipping them with knowledge and skills on how to ensure environmental sustainability.

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Photos: We Need To Act Fast On ASUU, Economy – VP Tells APC Governors

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The vice-president, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday, received governors of the ruling All Progressives Congress who came on a felicitation visit in his office at the presidential villa as he recovers from surgery.

The economy and the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities were among the issues discussed.

This was revealed in a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the president on media and publicity, Laolu Akande.

Osinbajo said, “we all need to work together on these critical issues. We need to think through things, and we need to do it fast.”

The Vice President and the governors agreed to engage these issues with a view to bringing urgent resolution for the benefit of the Nigerian people.

Thanking the governors via Twitter, the VP said, “My utmost appreciation to the APC State Governors that visited me this afternoon. We discussed some national issues and are committed to the quick resolution of those pressing issues.“

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