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Bauchi Emirs Partner UNICEF, SUBEB To Address Out-of-school Children Challenges

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October 15, 2024

The Bauchi State Council of Emirs has expressed commitment to partner the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to wage war against Out-of-school children problems.

Speaking on behalf of others on Sunday during a one-day State Level Consultative meeting on the 2024/25 Enrolment Drive Campaign, the Emir of Bauchi, Alh. Rilwanu Adamu, said the Emirs are ready to lead the campaign so as to return the Out-of-school children back to school.

Adamu, who is also the Chairman, Bauchi State Council of Emirs, said there is the need for collaboration among all stakeholders to overcome the challenges in the education sector.

He also assured the Council’s commitment to ensure that all teachers perform their duties diligently, parents send their children to school and traditional leaders at various levels are mobilised for the success of the campaign.

“I want to restate the commitment of the Council and hope that all issues raised and deliberated here would be implemented to the latter,” he said.

In her address, Dr Nuzhat Rafique, UNICEF’s Chief of Field Office, Bauchi State, called on the traditional institutions to advocate for the holistic implementation and rollout of the State Child Protection Law 2023.

She also urged them to advocate for increased investment in education from the current budgetary allocation of 16 per cent to a minimum of 20 per cent, as well as recruitment and deployment of qualified teachers among others in the state.

She appreciated Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state for his continued partnership with UNICEF in improving the education outcomes in the state.

“Education is not just a tool for personal growth; it is a fundamental right that empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and transforms societies.

“We are deeply concerned with the rate of out-of-school children, and low learning achievement in the country, especially in the North-East region and Bauchi state inclusive,” she said.

According to her, the situation called for a concerted effort by the relevant stakeholders to address the challenges in the state.

Also speaking, the State Commissioner for Education, Dr Jamila Dahiru who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Alh. Ali Babayo appreciated development partners and all stakeholders for their commitment towards reversing the negative indices in the education sector.

In his remark, the state’s Executive Chairman of SUBEB, Alhaji Adamu Duguri, said that education and security deteriorated when the traditional institutions were relegated to the background.

He stressed that for the state to bring back the lost glory of education, traditional leaders must be placed at the forefront of the campaign to achieve the set targets

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Group Throws Weight Behind Benin Monarch’s Decision On Iyaloja

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15 hours ago

October 7, 2025

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Group known as Edo Art and Cultural Heritage Institute (EACHI) has thrown its weight behind Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, on the royal father’s stance on the traditional leadership of markets in the Benin Kingdom.

A statement isdued by Okpioba Osaro Idemudia, on behalf of the group, said the “institute aligns with the Oba’s stance that the Iye-Eki is the only recognized traditional head of the markets, and we believe that this position should be respected and preserved in accordance with our cultural heritage.

“EACHI stands firm on the ground that the Iye-Eki holds a significant and revered position in the Benin Kingdom, serving as the main market traditional head. We believe that any attempts to impose external leadership structures that contradict our cultural norms and traditions would undermine the rich heritage of the Benin people.

“We are proud of our royal rather, for his unwavering commitment to upholding the cultural values and traditions of the Benin Kingdom.

“EACHI reassures the people of Edo State and the broader community that we will continue to support and promote the preservation of our rich cultural heritage.”

The group, while calling on Edo sons and daughters in home and in diaspora to “stand in unity to support our royal father Oba Ewuare II’s disapproval of IYALOJA,” commended
Edo market women for talking a bold stand against the imposition of IYALOJA

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JUST IN: Tinubu’s Minister Resigns Amid Allegations

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October 7, 2025

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The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Geoffrey Nnaji, has resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet amid controversies surrounding his academic records and allegations of certificate forgery.

Nnaji, who was appointed in August 2023, announced his resignation in a letter to the President on Tuesday, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to serve.

Confirming the development in a statement on Tuesday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, following some allegations against him. President Tinubu appointed Nnaji in August 2023.

“He resigned today in a letter thanking the President for allowing him to serve Nigeria. Nnaji said he has been a target of blackmail by political opponents. President Tinubu thanked him for his service and wished him well in future endeavours.”

Nnaji’s resignation comes amid a lingering controversy over alleged certificate forgery and questions surrounding his academic qualifications from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

Nnaji and the Enugu State Government had traded words over allegations that he presented forged certificates.

The dispute intensified after the Federal High Court in Enugu rejected Nnaji’s bid to stop the University of Nigeria from releasing his academic records.

The court had ruled that the institution was within its rights to release the minister’s academic details in response to a freedom of information request, a decision that fuelled further public scrutiny.

Nnaji, however, maintained that he was being blackmailed by political opponents determined to tarnish his reputation.

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UNIBEN Bans Students’ Sign-out Celebration

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October 7, 2025

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The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has prohibited all forms of sign-out celebrations by graduating students.

The ban is contained in a circular by the university’s Registrar, Mr Ademola Bobola, on Tuesday in Benin.

In the circular addressed to members of the university community, the management warned that violators risk severe disciplinary actions, including rustication, expulsion, or withdrawal of certificate.

Bobola said the decision was reached at a meeting on Monday, where it reaffirmed an earlier resolution of the university’s Senate banning such activities on campus.

“The management declared that no sign-out celebration of any kind, including signing on T-shirts and playing of music, will be tolerated,” he said.

He stated that the university would not condone any form of disorderly conduct or unauthorised gathering during or after examinations.

“Indiscriminate parading around the campuses in any brand of vehicle will not be permitted,” the circular warned.

According to him, unauthorised vehicles will not be allowed into the campuses all through the last week of the second semester examination.

“The management also prohibited large gatherings around faculties, schools, or institutes after examinations.

“Photographers will not be permitted to put up photo stands or galleries for the purpose of such celebration,” he said.

He said the management equally cautioned parents and guardians of final-year students against visiting campus premises during the final days of examinations.

“Parents and guardians of final-year students are advised to stay away from the Faculty, School, or Institute premises, especially on the last day of examination,” he said.

Bobola emphasised that the university’s stance was aimed at maintaining order, discipline, and academic decorum on campus.

“Members of the university community are kindly invited to note the above position for strict compliance.

“Any violation will attract severe disciplinary sanctions, including withdrawal of certificate, rustication, and expulsion of violators,” he warned.