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University of Benin Mandates Good Conduct Affidavit for Exam Eligibility Upon School Resumption
The University of Benin has enacted a new policy banning the use of hot plates, ring boilers, and gas cookers in its hostels to address rising energy costs.
This decision follows a significant increase in the university’s electricity bill, which escalated from N88 million to N250 million monthly due to a dispute with the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC).
The heightened billing led to the disconnection of the university’s two campuses, triggering student protests on July 3 after prolonged power outages and reliance on generators.
In response to the crisis and subsequent closure of the university to maintain order, the university management, led by Registrar Ademola Bobola, has issued a new circular detailing the conditions for the institution’s reopening.
Key among these conditions is a mandate requiring students to sign a new affidavit of good conduct upon their return. This affidavit will serve as a commitment to adhere to the university’s rules and regulations.
Additionally, students must settle any outstanding levies before resuming classes. Proof of payment will be necessary to gain entry into examination halls.
The university administration has emphasized strict monitoring to ensure compliance with this policy.
Students are also reminded to avoid any behavior that contravenes university regulations, including participating in unauthorized assemblies or demonstrations.
By implementing these measures, the University of Benin aims to stabilize its energy expenses and ensure a disciplined academic environment.
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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