NUT PROTEST : WIKE WARNS AGAINST POLITICISING INSECURITY. (PHOTO).

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 NUT Protest : Wike Warns Against Politicising Insecurity The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has warned against politicising insecurity amid protests by the Nigeria Union of Teachers, FCT wing, over the killing and abduction of school staff and children in Oyo State. Teachers stormed the FCTA Secretariat in Abuja to condemn the killing of Michael Oyedokun and to demand the release of abducted pupils and teachers from Community High School, Ahoro-Esinle in Oriire Local Government Area. The FCT minister addressed the protesters on Tuesday, saying the federal government is on its toes working to secure the rescue of the schoolchildren and their teachers. Wike urged protesters to avoid turning the tragedy into a political issue and to give security efforts time to produce results. Chairman of the union in the FCT, Mr Abdullahi Shafa, explained that the nationwide solidarity protest was to condemn the killing of the teacher and abduction of the school chil...

ANAMBRA MAN BUILDS POLYTECHNIC IN OBA.{PHOTOS}..

 Anambra Man Heeds Governor Obiano's Aku Luo Uno Call, Builds Polytechnic In Oba


By Ejike Abana (ABS Goverment House Correspondent)


In response to Governor Willie Obiano's Aku Luo Uno Call, a private interest has instituted a private tertiary institution known as Grundtvig Polytechnic in Oba.


The maiden matriculation ceremony of the higher institution which was held in Oba was attended by the Deputy Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Nkem Okeke, the Rector Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Dr Francisca Nwafulugo, among others.


Speaking at the occasion, the Deputy Governor commended the initiative and expressed his belief in education as the key to success.


Dr. Okeke asked the students to take their studies seriously and know that they were admitted to study, improve their morals and character as a strong foundation to what they will later become in life.


Also speaking, the Rector, of the Polytechnic, Dr. Sam Nsolibe who noted that they were granted licence in 2019, described the journey which started many years ago as tedious, pointing out that with the successful matriculation, the school becomes the only polytechnic owned by a private interest in Anambra state.


He noted that the vision of the Polytechnic is to raise the standard of education, building character and competence into humanity.


On his part, the Chairman/Executive Director of Grundtvig Polytechnic, Dr. Kachi Ozumba who appreciated the government of Anambra State for creating the enabling environment through brilliant policy and philosophy of Aku luo uno, revealed that the school idea began over a decade ago, pledged that they will continue with the culture of excellence and support students towards the realisation of their dreams for attending the school.


In a goodwill message, the Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Dr. Nwafulugo described the matriculation as an important academic transition, stressing that education is a real factor for tomorrow's investment.


Speaking to the students, she noted that the Polytechnic is not a dumping ground for anyone, as such, they should strive to show commitment and hard work to meet the high expection of their wards.

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