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NAAT Unimaid branch down lab tools for three days
NAAT Unimaid branch down lab tools for three days
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The National Association of Academic Technologists NAAT University of Maiduguri (Unimaid) branch has shut down all laboratory activities for three days to press home demands for five and a half months salary arrears which was seized by the previous regime under the guise of no work no pay policy.
In a heavily crowded rally hosted within the campus of the University of Maiduguri, chairman of naat in unimaid Comrade Yusuf Bulus told newsmen that this warning strike will last for three days after which it will be called off to assess the seriousness of the government towards sorting out the myriad of demands of his members.
He said his union was not happy with the shabby treatment it received from the office of the Accountant General of the Federation in Abuja as it concerns memos on the payment of their salary arrears which has since been approved by President Bola Tinubu.
“We want to thank God Almighty for the breath of life and also appreciate our esteemed but humbled members, that despite the fasting periods have availed themselves for this press conference.” he posited.
In a release he narrated a litany of woes which led to the industrial action adding that: “The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) painfully embarked on an industrial action on the 21st day of March, 2022 to press home our demands.
” Among which includes: Full implementation of 2009 agreement, payment of outstanding earned allowances, release of enabling circular for carrier elongation for CONTISS 14 and 15, upgrade obsolete equipment and improve the dilapidated structural state of laboratories in our citadel of higher learning, re-negotiation of the aforementioned 2009 agreement. “
He revealed that following the intervention of well-meaning Nigerians, like the former Speaker of the Ninth National Assembly Femi Gbajabiamila, the cry of parents and students, the Union resolved to call off the lingering industrial action that lasted 5 months and 2 weeks adding that eventually the strike was called off on 25th of August 2022 with no meaningful progress.
However, “Under the new dispensation of the father of our nation, the Chief advocate of renewed hope for Nigeria, our President Chief Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR and commander in Chief, who granted a waiver on non-payment of the withheld salaries on the inception of his administration. As we speak this executive waiver refuse to see the light of day.
“Despite repeated subtle reminders, in form of written correspondences from the Union, sadly the government remains insensitive to our plights. Left with no choice, the Union unanimously decided to abide by the outcome of the Virtual conference held on the 13th March, 2024, and the outcome of branch congress resolution held on the 18th March, 2024.
“The branch has decided to embark on a three days warning strike commencing from the 20th March, 2024, terminating on 22nd March, 2024.
” In the course of this warning industrial dispute, all laboratories will be shut down, there will be no conducting and teaching of practicals no project works and no conducting of research works.
We want to thank you all for honouring our invitation, and hope you convey our massage to the appropriate authorities.” Said Comrade Yusuf Bulus the
Branch Chairman, NAAT Unimaid.
NAAT Unimaid branch down lab tools for three days
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Two Forest Security Guard Members arrested in Ogun for extortion, illegal possession of firearms
Two Forest Security Guard Members arrested in Ogun for extortion, illegal possession of firearms
By: Zagazola Makama
Two men claiming to be members of the Nigeria Forest Security Services (NFSS) have been arrested in Sagamu, Ogun State, for illegal possession of firearms and extortion of motorists.
Zagazola Makama report that the arrest was made on Dec. 28, 2025, at about 8:32 p.m. following a report that three men dressed in security uniforms were sighted along Ikenne Road, near the NYSC Orientation Camp, collecting money from motorists while visibly armed with hunter-style guns.
Upon receiving the information, operatives from the Sagamu Division raced to the scene and apprehended two suspects: Emmanuel Idu, 55, and Sunday Moses, 35. A third suspect, identified as Oyilo David, 35, fled the scene and is currently at large.
During preliminary interrogation, the arrested men claimed to be attached to the Sagamu NFSS unit operating along Agbele Road by Otunba Gbenga Daniel Market. They also stated that the locally fabricated guns recovered from them were issued by a Commander Kehinde Joseph, allegedly supervising their operations.
In addition to the firearms, security operatives recovered one unexpended cartridge and the sum of ₦1,000 in ₦200 denominations from the suspects.
Authorities disclosed that one of the suspects had previously been implicated in a motorcycle theft case in Abeokuta, where the stolen motorcycle was recovered, and charges were filed in court.
The suspects have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCIID), Abeokuta, for further investigation.
Two Forest Security Guard Members arrested in Ogun for extortion, illegal possession of firearms
Troops neutralise key Boko Haram commanders in Bama airstrikes
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, supported by Nigerian Army and Nigerian Air Force platforms, have neutralised several key Boko Haram terrorist commanders during coordinated airstrikes in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the airstrikes were conducted on Dec. 25, 2025, following actionable human intelligence on terrorist movements in the area.
According to the sources, no fewer than 10 Boko Haram terrorists were killed in the initial airstrike. Those neutralised included Abul Kaka, Ibn Mu’azu, Abu Muhammad, Ba Alhaji, Bakura, Modu, Abu Hassan, Kaka Alai, Abba Yakariye and Bamusa.
The sources further disclosed that another terrorist, identified as Ubaida, sustained serious injuries during the strike.
The sources added that a subsequent follow-up strike by Nigerian Air Force assets led to the instant killing of three additional terrorists.
Security sources confirmed that the majority of the neutralised fighters were loyal to Bafu, a notorious Boko Haram commander operating in the Bama axis.
An assessment of the operation indicated a significant degradation of Boko Haram’s fighting capability in Bama, particularly among elements under Bafu’s command, as a direct outcome of the sustained air campaign.
The sources noted that while the general security situation in the area remains calm, it is still considered unpredictable due to the fluid nature of insurgent activities.
Troops neutralise key Boko Haram commanders in Bama airstrikes
IPOB attack Enugu police patrol team, kill two officers and seize firearms
By: Zagazola Makama
Two police inspectors have been killed and three rifles stolen following an attack on a Distress Response Squad (DRS) patrol along Zik Avenue by Good Shepherd Specialist Hospital in Enugu State.
Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred at about 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 27, 2025, when six armed men, suspected to be members of IPOB/ESN, operating in an ash-coloured Lexus RX 350 SUV, attacked and set ablaze the patrol Hilux vehicle.
The sources identified the slain officers as Inspectors Valentine Iheme and Ani Anayo, both members of the DRS team. The assailants carted away three AK-47 rifles with 30 rounds of live ammunition each.
According to the sources, all tactical teams and assets of the command have been activated and deployed in pursuit of the suspects, with a view to neutralising them and recovering the stolen firearms.
The sources said that the Enugu State Police Command has vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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