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ASUP Raises Alarm Over New Polytechnic Service Scheme, Threatens Strike Action
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has not yet begun negotiations with the Federal Government regarding the new scheme of service, according to Dr. Iloma Richard, ASUP Zone D Coordinator. He expressed serious concerns about the scheme, stating it could severely impact polytechnic education in Nigeria. ASUP chapters across the country have rejected the scheme, originally meant for federal polytechnics only, as clarified by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
ASUP issued a 15-day ultimatum to NBTE to suspend the scheme by June 22 or face possible strike action. Richard highlighted objections including perceived below-standard provisions, discriminatory employment requirements, extended promotion timelines, non-academic staff designations for academic roles, and the reclassification of technologists. ASUP Zone D supported the National Executive Council’s call to suspend and review the scheme, warning that its implementation could harm career progression and morale, potentially leading to the collapse of polytechnic education.
Despite ongoing engagement by NBTE, ASUP remains committed to resolving these issues before considering industrial action, similar to recent protests against the appointment of federal polytechnic governing councils in May.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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