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Tinubu, Navy vow to address interruption of academic activities in universities
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged to address the persistent disruptions in academic activities at universities nationwide. Speaking at the 2nd Convocation ceremony of Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN) in Ibusa, Delta State, the President, represented by Stella Ogochukwu, the Director of Education at the Federal Ministry of Education, reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to the welfare of both teaching and non-teaching staff across the country.
President Tinubu commended the Navy for utilizing education as a means to tackle national challenges and praised the management of ADUN for achieving an uninterrupted academic calendar, considering it a significant milestone.
He stated, “We assure you of the federal government’s determination to continue prioritizing quality education at all levels.”
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, represented by his Deputy, Monday Onyeme, expressed satisfaction with the progress made by ADUN in its relatively short existence. He praised the institution’s accomplishments in Information Technology (IT) and expressed confidence that the graduating students have gained substantial IT knowledge.
Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ikechukwu Ogalla, appreciated Navy patrons for their substantial contributions to the university’s development. He lauded the management for nurturing a new generation of leaders, emphasizing the importance of investing in education for the nation’s future.
The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Paul Omaji, highlighted integrity and respect for hard work as the guiding principles at ADUN.
During the Convocation lecture, Yusuf Gagdi, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Navy, encouraged graduating students to be resilient and called on governments at all levels to involve youths in decision-making processes. He urged the inclusion of youth participation in politics and other activities to harness their creativity and prevent incidents similar to ENDSARS.
In his valedictory speech titled “Be a Solution,” the Best Graduating Student, Victor Bodunrin, encouraged his fellow graduates to face challenges outside academia and become solutions to societal problems. He emphasized the need to transition from complaining to actively contributing to solving societal issues.
Convicted billionaire kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, also known as Evans, and his co-accused Joseph Emeka, have requested a plea bargain in their high-profile kidnapping case.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the State lead counsel, Mr. Yusuf Sule, disclosed the plea bargain request to the court on Thursday during the case’s call for re-arraignment. The case is being heard by Justice Adenike Cokers of the Ikeja High Court.
Evans and Emeka were scheduled to be re-arraigned on an amended five-count charge, including murder, attempted murder, conspiracy to commit felony to wit: kidnapping, and attempted murder.
Sule informed the court, “The case was for re-arraignment, but I am aware that the defendants have applied for a plea.”
The prosecutor also noted that the plea bargain terms are being reviewed by the Attorney-General of Lagos State, Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN).
Peruvian Health Minister Cesar Vasquez has classified transgender, non-binary, and intersex individuals as mentally ill.
On May 10, Peruvian President Dina Boluarte, Health Minister Cesar Vasquez, and Minister of Economy and Finance Arista Arbildo signed a decree. This decree states that transsexualism, dual-role transvestism, gender identity disorder in childhood, other gender identity disorders, and egodystonic sexual orientation are all categorized as mental health problems.
Cesar Vasquez explained that the decree was necessary for Peru’s public health services to ensure comprehensive medical attention for mental health issues.
The decree has sparked outrage among the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) community, which has labeled it discriminatory.
A medical researcher at Lima’s Scientific University of the South noted that although the decree might have been well-intentioned, it shows a lack of understanding of complex LGBT issues and potentially opens the door to conversion therapy.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has singled out captain Bruno Fernandes as the only senior player the club should retain at Old Trafford this summer.
Rooney urged the Red Devils to conduct a major clear-out of players during the summer transfer window.
This recommendation follows Fernandes’ key role in Manchester United’s crucial 3-2 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
Speaking to Sky Sports (via United in Focus), Rooney stated:
“He is the one player with quality and fight in him. I would keep the young players and Bruno, but all the other players need to go. There has to be a massive clear-out. It’s not going to happen in one year, but over the next couple of years.”
He added, “To compete with Man City, Liverpool, and Arsenal, they need better players.”
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