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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.
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Betty Akeredolu Shares How Changing Her Diet Helped Her Survive Cancer

Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, the widow of late Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, has shared how cutting out starchy foods helped her survive breast cancer, which she was diagnosed with 27 years ago.
In a heartfelt social media post marking World Cancer Day, Betty revealed that eliminating foods like pounded yam, eba, amala, and akpu from her diet played a key role in her recovery.
She also stopped drinking Coke and other sugary soft drinks, understanding that sugar and starch can fuel the growth of cancer.
“If stopping Coke and other soft drinks, as well as swallowing eba, pounded yam, amala, and akpu, would prolong my life—knowing that starchy foods and sugar fuel the growth of cancer—so be it. That was exactly what I did,” she shared in her post.
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Nigeria’s 2025 Budget Raised to N54.2 Trillion Due to Increased Revenues

President Bola Tinubu has announced an increase in Nigeria’s proposed 2025 annual budget, raising it from N49.7 trillion to N54.2 trillion. The adjustment was made through official letters sent to both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
During a Senate plenary session, Senator Godswill Akpabio read the letter, explaining that the increased budget was due to additional revenues generated by key government agencies.
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) contributed an extra N1.4 trillion, while the Nigeria Customs Service brought in an additional N1.2 trillion. Furthermore, other government-owned agencies added another N1.8 trillion to the national coffers.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio, responding to the president’s request, directed the Senate Committee on Appropriations to expedite the budget review process.
He assured that the consideration and passage of the budget would be completed before the month ends, ensuring timely action on this crucial fiscal matter.
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Tinubu Orders Military to End Banditry and Insecurity by 2025

In a decisive move to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges, President Bola Tinubu has mandated the military to eradicate banditry and related criminal activities by the end of 2025.
This directive was conveyed by Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, who emphasized the military’s unwavering commitment to this mission.
Minister Badaru highlighted the intensified military operations against bandits, noting that these criminal elements are currently in retreat. He assured that the armed forces will persist in their efforts until all threats are neutralized.
“The bandits are now on the run, but the military will not rest until we end this,” Badaru stated. “The president has given us marching orders to end insecurity in every part of our country by the end of this year.”
To bolster these efforts, the Minister has called for the acquisition of an additional 50 Armored Personnel Carriers in the 2025 budget, aiming to enhance the military’s operational capabilities against banditry nationwide.
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