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Asuu Strike; Nlc Plan Picketing Of Ministry, Parastals Whose Children Are In Nforiegn Universities

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3 years ago

July 18, 2022

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Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC has announced its decision to expose and picket agencies , parastals , ministry who top Civil servants and parastatals are in private universities and private universities and foreign universities.

Top on the list are children of the Executive Secretary of TETFUND, Sunny Echono, Dr. Joseph Ari, the Director General Industrial Training Fund, ITF.

And the minister of Education and several others.

While Echono, the former permanent secretary ministry of Education and Adamu children are said to be schooling in the the United kingdom, using Funds meant for ITF

Sir. Joseph Ari, according to the secretary general of NLC is sponsoring over ten undergraduates , including two of his children in Huddersfield University in the United Kingdom .

Huddersfield University , according to information obtained from it website charge between $9000 and 12000 in a session depends on the course of study .

Also mentioned are Mohammed Sani Badaru, the son of Jigawa State Governor, Badaru Abubakar graduated from Brunel University London, in the UK.

His graduation comes days after the son of Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, also graduated from a UK university.

Another Governor’s Son Graduates From UK University Amid ASUU Strike Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 2:57 PM by Aanu Adegun Mohammed Sani Badaru, the son of Jigawa state Governor, Badaru Abubakar, has graduated from Brunel University London, in the United Kingdom. PAY

This comes few days after the pictures of the graduation of Governor Nyesom Wike’s son flooded the internet, the son of yet another governor has passed out from a United Kingdom University. Nigerians had expressed outrage over how the children of the rich were passing out from elite schools while those schooling in the country have been affected by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike.

Siblings of Mohammed Sani Badaru, son of Governor Badaru Abubakar of Jigawa State, shared pictures of his graduation from Brunel University, London.

Wife of the governor and some family members attended the graduation.

Meanwhile, the national president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Professor, Emmanuel Osodeke has accused the minister of labour and employment of misleading President Muhammadu Buhari over the ongoing ASUU strike. Prof. Osodeke made this claim during an interview on Channels TV’s breakfast show, Sunrise Daily on Thursday, July 14.

It will be recalled that President Buhari recently appealed to ASUU to reconsider its ongoing strike because the action is taking a toll on parents and students. “ASUU left the group chat”: Nigerian man graduates from foreign uni, dances to stage to receive his degree Meanwhile, Nigerians at home are reacting to a video showing how a fellow national signed off at his foreign university. The moment his name was called during the graduation ceremony, he became excited and showed off the Nigerian in him.

He did interesting fast legworks, impressing the audience as they appreciated him with a roar and a clap. Nigerians at home who have seen the video on Instagram are reacting to it, with some mentioning the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) that is currently on strike, making students unable to graduate in record time. Nigerian twin sisters bag first class abroad

The young ladies attended the Near East University, Cyprus, where they studied Journalism and Law, respectively. Their remarkable story went viral, especially as they were sponsored by a dad who had an accident before they travelled

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Inclusive Education Boost as Deaf-Tech, Federal University of Lafia Roll Out Master’s in Disability Studies

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1 week ago

September 26, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

In a major step toward advancing inclusive education in Nigeria, Deaf-in-Tech, an initiative of Data-Lead Africa, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) to establish a Professional Master’s Degree in Disability Studies.

The signing ceremony, held at Deaf-in-Tech’s headquarters in Abuja, featured a goodwill message from Prof. Adaka Terfa Ahon, Director of the Centre for Disability Studies, who represented FULAFIA’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shehu Abdul Rahman. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to championing disability and inclusion in its academic innovation and planning.

The new Master’s programme will adopt a hybrid learning model, with online classes complemented by in-person sessions at Deaf-in-Tech’s training facility in Abuja. It is designed to build expertise in disability-inclusive governance, education, and development across sectors.

Executive Director of Deaf-in-Tech and Co-Founder of Data-Lead Africa, Dr. Arowolo Ayoola, described the collaboration as a “structural shift” in how institutions and professionals engage with disability issues. “The inclusion journey must begin with knowledge, and we are proud to partner with a progressive university like FULAFIA,” he said.

Beyond the postgraduate programme, the partnership will also establish a Deaf-in-Tech Club on FULAFIA’s campus — the first of its kind — to empower Deaf students with technology skills, mentorship, and innovation opportunities. Additional initiatives include a ₦1 million academic excellence reward for any Deaf student who graduates with a First Class, as well as the development of a disability-accessible website and digital database for the Centre for Disability Studies, built to WCAG 2.1 global accessibility standards.

The alliance underscores both institutions’ commitment to building inclusive systems and celebrating excellence, while positioning Deaf-in-Tech as a catalyst for bridging the gap between disability and the digital economy.

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