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NANS Urge President Buhari to end 7-month ASUU Strike

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… May Embark on operation back to class protest
By Joel Ajayi
The newly elected president of National Association of Nigerian Student NANS Usman Umar Barambu has called on President Muhammadu Buhari as matter of urgency to find a lasting solution to the lingering ASUU Strike that have crippled the education sector in the country.


To this end, NANS has revealed that, the student Association is ready to start massive protest tagged “operation back to class”.


Nigeria Student Union made this appeal at maiden world press conference by the newly elected  on Monday in Abuja where he promise to engage government that will pave way for immediate resumption after 7months of ASUU Strike in the country.


According to him, after exhaustive deliberations and depositions on the state of the Nation, State of Campuses and the lingering dispute between the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the Federal Government of Nigeria about seven (7) months which have hitherto affected the academic calendar of all our Public owned universities and equally  affecting the future of Nigerian Student, as a Program of 4years is now 6years and vice versa.


“The NANS call on President Muhammad Buhari GCFR to as a matter of urgency to use his fatherly intervention to resolve the lingering ASUU Strike by personally brokering a meeting with ASUU.


“NANS also call on President Muhammad Buhari GCFR to immediately sack the present non performing Service chiefs with a view towards overhauling and rejigging the entire security formation of the country by bringing on board capable and digital hand with experience and capacity to stem the tide of insecurity that is rearing ugly head in order to ensure the permanent debasement of insurgency so as to combat banditry and kidnapping in the Country. 


“The Federal Government should also proffer a workable and solution to address incessant clashes between farmers and herders across the country.”


Also, NANS commended President Muhammad Buhari GCFR and the National Assembly on theiroverwhelming support to educational sector in the country. 


NANS also plead with Hon. Minister of Education to double his effort towards ensuring that education is given priority attention in terms of budgetary allocation and in order to meet the UNESCO standard and recommendation of setting aside 26% annual budget to education by developing Countries.


“We called on lecturers involved in the business of Sex for Marks to desist from their nefarious activities and repent without further delay as Nigerian Student would not hesitate to expose them and make them face the full wrath of the law.
The Congress applaud the large turn-out of Student who registered across the country during the just concluded voters registration exercise by INEC. The congress call on all Students who registered to ensure they collect their Permanent Voter’s Card, as and when due. 


“The Congress further admonished all registered Students to ensure they participate in the 2023 general election process and elects credible candidates during the elections at all levels in other to bring about good leaders that will provide dividends of democracy  to the Nigerians.” 

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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