10 things you need to know this Saturday morning

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers 1. Appeal Court in Abuja on Friday ordered the Department of State Services, DSS, to produce former National Security Adviser, Col Sambo Dasuki (rtd) before a Federal High Court in Abuja. The court said the order was to enable Dasuki testify in defence of a former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Olisa Metuh. 2. The United Kingdom has asked the Federal Government to explain the status and whereabouts of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu. The British government said it had asked the government if the British national was alive or dead. 3. Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has fired the permanent secretary in the State’s Ministry of Education, Dr. (Ms) Osayuware over alleged padding of the ‎budget for the conduct of primary school examination to the tune of N283 million. Governor Godwin Obaseki who handed down the punishment also ordered an investigation into the schools’ accounts in the state. 4. The Federal Government has vowed to complete work on the second Niger Bridge as well as other federal projects in the South-East zone. The Vice-President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, who gave the assurance, explained that the FG under President Mohammadu Buhari was committed to completing every federal project in the South East especially the second Niger Bridge. 5. Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has insisted he will defeat President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019. In a series of tweets on Friday, Fayose stated that he has a history of beating incumbents at the polls and stressed that he will accomplish the feat again, if the elections were free and fair in 2019. 6. Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has revealed the greatest challenge Nigeria would face in the next two years. Fani-Kayode in a couple of tweets on Friday night, stated that it was not the issue of who becomes president, but the question of whether the country will be restructured or not. 7. Abia state Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, said that South-East Governors only banned the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), but did not declare it a terrorist organization. Ikpeazu also explained that the Governors only proscribed the activities of the group, to douse tension in the region. 8. Former Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, Abubakar Tsav, has called for the removal of Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Jumai Al-Hassan from President Muhammadu Buhari’s government. He said this in response to her open support for the presidential ambition of former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar. 9. Ifeanyi Ejiofor, lead counsel of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has lamented that he has not been able to reach his client, Nnamdi Kanu since the military stormed his Afara-Ukwu, Umuahia, Abia State home. The lawyer recalled that he got a call from Kanu on 14th September that army personnel were shooting sporadically around his house and since then he has neither seen him or heard from the IPOB leader. 10. The Presidency has explained why the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, under the leadership of Nnamdi Kanu was proscribed. President Muhammadu Buhari’s Personal Assistant on Social Media, Lauretta Onochie said IPOB was proscribed to avoid “them hurting themselves.”

PR Guru, Samuel Olatunji – Blessing Egbe’s “The Women” Is The Best Movie I Have Seen In 2017

It’s been long a Nollywood drama has been exciting as the movie “The Women”. Blessing Egbe’s new movie “The Women” is refreshingly different, a breath of fresh air from the usual comedy we have been served. Without doubt, it is the best movie I have seen in 2017 and it is encouraging that she chose to be different in a world where sounding the same is the only guarantee of financial success. I am recommending “The Women” without fear and will encourage many to see it so as to save Nollywood from the wanton craze for slapstick comedy and encourage producers to do exciting movies without putting common sense to sleep all in the name of trying to make people laugh. I don’t know about Blessing Egbe being the Tyler Perry of Nollywood but one thing that I know is if she continues like this, she will build an exciting name for her brand, herself and even earn more respect from people who matter; audiences and investors. Congratulations Blessing Egbe, you have a good movie in The Women. Editor’s note: Samuel Olatunji is the CEO of BBB Media, a PR company based in Lagos. He is an entertainment enthusiast and the founder of BroadwayTV. Instagram handle: @_samuelolatunji please tag him. Watch The Trailer Below;   Showing Times for Movie;

Data Struggle On Twitter Over – Twitter starts testing the data-friendly ‘Lite’ version of its app

Many of us struggle with affording internet connection. Data plans are relatively costly for the average man in our country. This has greatly impeded a lot of our browsing expeditions especially on social media. Many of us are skeptical when we surf social media for the sake of data consumption. This is why Twitter’s Lite Version is big time goodnews for us here in Naija. Twitter is releasing the Lite aimed at emerging markets marked with data incongruences. Twitter has already launched the Twitter Lite in the Philippines. The success of the Twitter Lite in the Philippines would now determine if Twitter would extend it across the world in time to come. According to a statement from Twitter: “The Philippines market has slow mobile networks and expensive data plans, while mobile devices with limited storage are still very popular there. Twitter Lite helps to overcome these barriers to usage for Twitter in the Philippines.” Well talking about the Twitter Lite, it is no much different from the normal Twitter app. You can check news, scores and all that. The Lite according to Twitter, the lite consumes 70% less data when compared to the standard version. One beauty about this Lite is that there is media-free mode. With this mode, you can view preview of videos and images allowing you to decide which media materials to download.

Google Joint Business – Google is hiring HTC’s best phone engineers for $1.1 billion

Google is going into joint business with HTC. With this arrangement in place, Google would be bringing on board top talents from HTC. For some time now, then rumors have been afloat that Google has been in talks with HTC over an acquisition. But as it rather turned around, it is a wholly different arrangement. Official statement coming from Google reveals that Google has “signed an agreement with HTC, a leader in consumer electronics, [to hire] a team of HTC talent [to] join Google as part of the hardware organization. These future fellow Googlers are amazing folks we’ve already been working with closely on the Pixel smartphone line, and we’re excited to see what we can do together as one team. The deal also includes a non-exclusive license for HTC intellectual property.” The announcement which was released by the chief of Google’s nascent hardware division, Rick Osterloh acknowledges that Google has been in close communion with HTC with a productive relationship that traces as far the beginning days of Android. This arrangement substantiates the prospects of HTC producing Pixel 2 for Google later this year. Google is going to be enhanced with 2,000 top HTC staffs to up its productive arm. “It’s still early days for Google’s hardware business. We’re focused on building our core capabilities, while creating a portfolio of products that offers people a unique yet delightful experience only made possible by bringing together the best of Google software—like the Google Assistant—with thoughtfully designed hardware. HTC has been a longtime partner and has created some of the most beautiful, high-end devices on the market. We can’t wait to welcome members of the HTC team to join us on this journey.” The deals is still not public as to the financial details. But from the bit that has surfaced, it is going to run into billions of dollars. Some five years ago, Google had paid $12.5 billion for Motorolla.

EPL – Manchester City Star Aguero Could Miss 11 Matches After Horrible Car Crash

Manchester City striker, Sergio Aguero, faces missing up to 11 games for his club and country, after he was involved in a car accident in Amsterdam on Thursday night. The incident left him with a broken rib. Aguero, who has since flown back to Manchester, could be out for up to two months. The 29-year-old is set to miss 11 games during his enforced lay-off, including City’s trip to Chelsea tomorrow, as well as two World Cup qualifiers with Argentina. His father, Leonel Del Castillo, told TyC Sports: “The taxi was driving very fast, Kun asked him to slow down, put on his seat belt and crashed instantly. “He was lucky. They put him on painkillers, he was released and taken to Manchester.”

Jack Wilshere Is On His Way Back To His Very Best’- Arsene Wenger Says After Europa Win

Jack Wilshere was “outstanding” as Arsenal beat Bate Borisov 4-2 in the Europa League, says boss Arsene Wenger. The 25-year-old midfielder, who spent last season on loan at Bournemouth, was one of nine players brought in for the game and set up Theo Walcott’s opener. Injuries have hindered Wilshere’s career and he is out of contract next summer. “He fights until the end. He’s on his way back to his best and showed that,” said Wenger. Wilshere – who is not in the current England squad – has only managed 80 Premier League starts for Arsenal because of a variety of injuries since his debut nine years ago. “He’s at an age where a player normally gets to the best of his career. He’s on the way up. He’s only been stopped by a series of injuries,” Wenger continued. “Hopefully, I just pray, he is not hampered by any more problems and that will see him getting stronger and stronger. He’s shown again that he’s not lost his football.” Walcott scored twice in Belarus, Rob Holding netted his first Gunners goal and Olivier Giroud scored his 100th goal for the club with a second-half penalty.

EPL – Chelsea vs Manchester City On Saturday At Stamford Bridge, 5:30pm (Drop Your Predictions)

Chelsea face the sternest test of their Premier League title credentials on Saturday as free-scoring Manchester City come to town. The champions did the double over Pep Guardiola’s side last season, Eden Hazard scoring three times over two games and the Belgian will make just his second Premier League start of the season in the evening kick-off. The Blues were unable to break down a resolute Arsenal side at Stamford Bridge around two weeks ago but have scored 15 goals in the three games around the visit of the Gunners. Such a goal record is only beaten by Guardiola & Co., who already have 21 goals to their name in their six league games with Sergio Aguero, Gabriel Jesus and Raheem Sterling sharing 15 between them already. Team News Eden Hazard is likely to start after coming through Wednesday’s trip to Atletico Madrid unscathed. City had already suffered a setback in midweek with Benjamin Mendy expected to face lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a knee injury in the 5-0 win over Crystal Palace. Chelsea starting XI: Courtois; Azpilicueta, Cahill, Rudiger; Moses, Kante, Bakayoko, Alonso; Hazard, Pedro; Morata Man City starting XI: Ederson; Danilo, Stones, Otamendi; Fernandinho; Walker, De Bruyne, D. Silva, B. Silva Delph; Jesus Bet Tips!! Chelsea to Win Straight Draw Drop Your Predictions Below!!!

EPL – Why Jose Mourinho Will Appear In Court Before Manchester United’s Trip To Chelsea

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, has been summoned to appear in a Madrid court on November 3, two days before he takes his team to his old club, Chelsea, in the Premier League. Spanish authorities opened a case against Mourinho in June, for alleged tax evasion during his time as Real Madrid boss. The 54-year-old allegedly did not declare revenue related to his image rights in 2011 and 2012 and owes the Spanish state nearly £2.9million. Mourinho’s agent issued a statement at the time denying the allegation and pointed out he paid nearly £23m in taxes during his stint in Spain, at an average tax rate of more than 41% It also stated that he had reached a settlement agreement with the Spanish taxman in 2013. Angel Di Maria, Javier Mascherano and Lionel Messi have all been convicted of tax evasion in recent years.

FUOYE 2017/18 UTME/DE Admission Screening Registration Deadline Extended

This is to inform the general public especially candidates who who chose Federal University Oye-Ekiti has their choice of institution that the management has extended the registration deadline for 2017/2018 academic session. The registration was earlier scheduled to close on Friday 29th, September 2017 we now end on Friday 15th, October 2017.  Candidates who wish to apply are to click here to begin their registration. All interested candidates should take note and comply accordingly as they may not be further

Guys Here Is A Solution To Long Term Problem – 6 Ways To Know If A Girl Is In Love With You

If you have doubts about what your girl feels for you, keep watching this video to show you some keys to know if a woman is in love with you. 1. Wants to spend time with you: One of the clear signs that will indicate that your girl is in love with you is that she wants to spend time with you alone and share many things of her life with you. It does not matter if she has a very busy schedule full of commitments, if she really has strong feelings for yourself, she will take the time and will always be willing to make plans with you enjoying to the maximum of every minute you spend together. 2. She cares about you and everything that happens to you every day: Although this seems obvious in a relationship, the truth is that it is a key indicator that she is in love and loves you. If she asks you how your day has gone, is interested in your work, your friends, your family and, above all, tries to help you solve and overcome the problems that concern you, it is clear that her feelings towards you are strong and real. 3. Always talks about you: Undoubtedly, a woman in love also shows it by always talking about you and mentioning you even when you are not together, and you are spending time with friends, family or other people. If she always keeps you in mind, includes you in her plans, and speaks, many times, in the plural, it is a clear sign that she intends to share her future with you and wants the relationship to continue and advance. 4. Trusts you: Trust is one of the fundamental pillars of any love relationship and something that makes it stay and last in time or just the opposite, although in all couples there are some problems of jealousy or insecurities, if your partner is in love with you, she will trust you, she will transmit her doubts to solve them, she will believe your version trusting your words and giving you the benefit of the doubt but when mistrust becomes a characteristic of a couple’s day-to-day life, it means that something in the relationship is not going well and that both of them must take action in solving misunderstandings. 5. Physical affection: She shows you her love and what she feels through physical affection, this is an action that is not lacking when a woman is in love with a man, it’s not only referring to the desire to have s3x, but also to the need to have physical contact and the signs of affection that gives you daily; if, when you are together, she feels the need to be very close to you, to caress you, to kiss you, to hug you, etc., she certainly loves you and has a very special connection with you. 6. She will make you feel good about yourself: A woman in love will not hesitate to defend you and face anyone for you whenever she needs and above all, she will make you feel good about yourself, improving your self-esteem and helping you feel valued, this does not mean that she will not tell you the things she does not like about yourself or the aspects that she would like you to change, but if she is truly in love with yourself, she will accept you as you are and will tend to reinforce your positive qualities.

Need A Partner – 10 Things You Must Watch Out For Before Choosing A Partner

It is a good thing to decipher that prince charming if really he is husband material to avoid stumbling upon. There is this rampant saying that ‘real men are difficult to find.’ How true is this? Well, let’s harness few things to check while choosing a male life partner, not just a male lover! 1. Am I a side-chick? Yes, dear ladies, you should ascertain your stance in the relationship so as to discover what really he sees you as. 2. What does he take me as? My dear, you might be an alternative to his boredom. Do check, check and check. 3. Is he ready? Is he, really? Does his readiness register in your IQ? Is he financially, emotionally, physically and spiritually ready? Or is he just trying to fulfil all righteousness, from maybe his family or likewise? 4. Are you ready? Suppose he is ready, are you, also? Are you looking up to married Amaka and also wants to be classified among the married? Are you jumping into marriage because of pressure? Maybe, because everyone is? Or perhaps, because you are of age? Don’t compromise your future with mere thoughts. 5. What does he do to earn a living? Dear dear, don’t let expensive gifts blind you as it may turn expensive poo. Check what he does for a living? Many ladies feel reluctant in this area. But I tell you dear, you are feeling reluctant for your future. 6. Where is he from? Does his people approve you? Do yours approve him? Do they? Check all these minors things to fuel your happiness, loveliest. 7. Does he love you? If you think it doesn’t matter, sooner or later, you will know it does. 8. Do you love him? Please, always marry who you love and who could catch a grenade for you. 9. Does he have what I call ‘marriage maturity? I mean, does he know what he is jumping into? Will he tomorrow turn you into a punching sack? Will he tomorrow throw you out of his house? Study him. 10. Is he a drunk? Does he flirt? What are his bad characters? Figure these out! A drunk will make a bad companion. A flirt will still look outside for other skirts.

Holiday Is Bae – 9 Types Of People You Will Meet When Travelling For Holiday

Taking a road ride in a commercial bus in Nigeria is generally skewed towards tedious or hilarious. It’s absolutely an avenue to meet exclusive varieties of humans and these days, we’ll be taking a look at nine styles of human beings you may probably meet in a bus whilst visiting. Let’s move and don’t neglect to inform us the category you belong.. 1. The Preacher “let a person shout Hallelujah” .. that’s generally their first statement. The journey is commonly lengthy sufficient for a short carrier. So earlier than you get to your vacation spot, you guys might have executed reward & worship, sermon, bulletins and so forth.. some even add the offering session that allows you to support their ministry. 2. The Marketer This set of humans convert a cramped bus cabin right into a transferring Tejuosho market. They promote anything they lay their arms on from edibles and capsules to wears and devices. Their sugar-coated mouth can make you embark on impulsive shopping for leaving you stranded after spending your shipping fare. 3. Mr Nigeria This baby-kisser knows the past, gift and destiny of Nigeria.. It’s usually clean for them to get a chat accomplice discussing diverse subjects ranging from the birth of Nigeria to the corruption inside the land. 4. Co-Pilot They have one commonplace attribute… they like to take a seat within the front seat even as doubling as the motive force’s private assistant and google map. They understand how to inform the motive force to overhaul and maneuver however the thrilling factor is some of them cannot even pressure. 5. The gentle One you will handiest hear them speak two times at some point of the ride. Their first word is “change” and the second is “owa oo”. Owa oo is used to inform the driver you’ve gotten to your bus-prevent in Lagos.. what is it referred to as on your state? 6. The high-quality Sleeper these ones can sleep for Africa. before the driving force places the bus in tools 1, they are already in tools five. some of them might have gotten to Ibadan earlier than knowing they were meant to alight at Sagamu. you then’ll see them begging for delivery fare to make it again to their actual destination. 7. The Warrior Don’t strive the Floyd Mayweather in the bus. He/She is usually ready to combat all of us on the slightest opportunity. 8. The Pilferer Don’t gawk yourself.. due to the fact in case you do, you may turn out to be looking for your cash, telephone and/or any other valuables you’ve got. consider a pilferer sitting next to a brilliant sleeper. Lol. 9. The clean Smoocher While the preacher is preaching and the pilferer is pilfering, the smoocher may be busy smooching silently. They continually just like the potholes and bumpy rides which helps them to faucet a few greater cutting-edge. this is one easy manner to earn yourself a grimy slap in the bus. I recollect an aged man smooching a girl in an Edo Line on a Port Harcourt to Lagos ride manner back.. She handiest gave the gist after the man alighted. Notwithstanding pricking the person’s hand together with her toothpick with no end in sight, he by no means gave up in the course of the adventure. Which one were you ?

Business Is A Strategy – 5 Things To Consider Before Expanding Your Business

Entrepreneurs are decision-makers. They take decisions on the path or direction to drive their business. One of such decisions they have to take is when to expand their enterprise. Whether you get it right or wrong, your conclusions will have a groundbreaking impact on your business. Obviously, you do not want to get such a key decision wrong and join the approximately 70% to 80% of startups that fail within 5 years in Africa. Here are the things you have to consider before expanding your business. 1. A clear strategy The strategy is laying a clear roadmap ahead for the company to achieve its vision and mission. Without this, your expansion may be a totally foolhardy risk. 2. Stability of your financial report You should look to the data contained in your financial reports to determine the viability of an expansion at the current moment. The reports should show increasing profits, a firm handle on salary payment and good control over purchasing expenses. 3. Relationship with customers The truth is most companies in their early days do everything to keep their customers happy, and during their expansion phase, they fall apart in terms of customer service. Take this opportunity to build a rapport with your target group to win them over to your side. This is essential if the relationship is strained. If you cannot keep your customers happy, you really have no business expanding because there will be endless complaints which will not only ruin the reputation of your business but can also lead to business failure when you start losing them. 4. Effectiveness of your workforce A business depends on a well-trained, effective workforce to handle day-to-day activities. If you can rely on your staff to do their work tasks in an efficient manner, no matter what conditions throw at them, you are ready to utilize this essential resource to expand your business. 5. Funding Funding is perhaps the most important. Without capital, the business expansion will be near impossible. One trending way to get funds is through venture capitalists or serial investors who are willing and ready to invest in viable businesses. Don’t hesitate to take advantage of them by pitching to them. If your pitch is endorsed, they will pump money into your business and you can then expand.

Be Careful What You Eat And Drink – 11 Unknown Habits That Can Damage Your Kidneys

Healthy kidneys are essential to a healthy body; they filter waste from your blood and allow you to expel it from your body in the form of urine. They regulate the minerals in your body and produce hormones which keep blood pressure down and help to produce red blood cells. However, there are regular habits that can cause damage to kidneys, so it’s important to be aware of how to maintain good kidney health. Here are the 11 habits to keep in mind: 1) Abusing painkillers: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may alleviate your aches and pains, but they can harm the kidneys. They are safe in moderation, but regular overuse can result in kidney damage and total kidney failure. 2) Too much salt: Regularly eating too much salt can cause huge damage to your kidneys as well as other health problems. The kidneys metabolize 95 percent of the sodium consumed through food. When salt intake is high, the kidneys need to work harder to excrete the excess salt. This in turn can lead to decreased kidney functioning, causing water retention in the body. Water retention can cause a hike in blood pressure and increase the risk of developing kidney disease. 3) Eating too much meat: The Kidney Foundation explains that protein derived from meat creates a lot of acid in the blood which can cause acidosis, a condition in which your kidneys can’t get rid of the acid fast enough. Protein is important for a healthy diet but must be balanced out with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. 4) Not drinking enough water: The main function of the kidneys is to flush out metabolic waste from the body and regulate erythrocyte production. When the body lacks sufficient water, this hampers the kidneys’ ability to eliminate toxins from the body. When you’re dehydrated your blood becomes more concentrated, and less flows through your kidneys. 5) Too much alcohol: The toxins found in alcohol not only damage the liver, but also your kidneys. If your kidneys are healthy then it’s okay to drink in moderation but drinking more than four a day has been shown to double your risk of kidney disease. 6) Smoking: Smoking worsens blood pressure and Type 2 Diabetes (the two major causes of kidney disease), and slows blood flow to the kidneys. People who smoke are more likely to have protein in the urine – a sign of kidney damage. 7) Sitting Still: Sitting for long periods of time has now been linked to the development of kidney disease. It is known that greater physical activity is associated with improved blood pressure and glucose metabolism, both important factors in kidney health. 8) Eating Too Many Foods High in Sugar: Sugar contributes to obesity which increases your risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes, two of the leading causes of kidney disease. Sugar is often added to foods and drinks that you may not consider “sweet.” Avoid condiments, breakfast cereals, and white bread which are all sneaky sources of processed sugar. 9) Missing Out on Sleep: Sleep is vital for any person. It is during this time your body heals and renews itself, including kidney tissues. If you aren’t sleeping enough or the quality of your sleep is bad, it could block your arteries. This raises your blood pressure. Anything that raises your blood pressure can damage your kidney. So, get a good 7-8 hours of sleep every day. 10) Not Treating Infections Quickly: One study found out untreated viral infections could harm your kidneys. The next time you get the flu, make sure to treat it and take the complete course of antibiotics. Also, not taking rest if you have the flu, cold, tonsillitis, or pharyngitis could impact your kidney function. 11) Not Monitoring Your Blood Pressure: It is important to keep track of your blood pressure since hypertension is a leading cause of kidney damage. Keep to the recommended levels set by your doctor and take measures to control any high blood pressure. The level is usually set at under 140/90 mm Hg. These eleven habits are unfortunately common in the modern lifestyle, but it’s vital that we look after our kidneys. And it’s not hard to do: keep fit and active, drink plenty of water, maintain a balanced diet, cut down on the cigarettes and alcohol, and only take over-the-counter medications when really necessary. The most important thing is that we be aware of the consequences so that we are better equipped to make healthy choices.

Having A Bad Time – Checkout The 5 Simple Ways To Overcome A Bad Mood

I recently slipped into a bad mood disorder. Now, to be clear, I didn’t technically have a diagnosable Mood Disorder. Rather, I had a disturbance of mood. Let me explain. My wife Christie and I had just had a tiff. Nothing serious, but I got my feelings hurt. There were several minutes of tension between us, which I hate. I mulled on how I had been wronged, how I was the innocent party and did not deserve her response to me (distortions, of course). As I rehearsed how I had been wronged, I withdrew into silence, pulling away from her. I twisted circumstances, failing to consider what she had intended, what she was feeling and what prompted her to say what she said. No matter. I withdrew into “pouty silence,” becoming more deeply entrenched in my mood disturbance. Of course she could feel my distance. I’m sure my distancing was disconcerting to her as she did not intentionally try to hurt my feelings. My silence, however, created more confusion to our situation. I must be very careful in these situations not to let a bit of conflict — a “molehill” in the great scope of things — turn into an emotional “mountain.” If you’re like me, however, it’s easy to let feeling wronged turn into the proverbial mountain. A slight here, and twisted bit of truth there, rehearsing the distorted facts, and the small problem worsens. Moods, when clearly considered, are distortions of truth. They are facts taken and twisted to suit our ultimate goal — which too often is not to see things clearly. Too often we want to ‘play the victim,’ twist the truth, deny our role in a difficulty or outright malign another. While these tactics may give us moments of satisfaction, they do not help us grow or effectively deal with a challenging situation. The Apostle Paul may have had situations like mine (and yours) in mind when he admonished us to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. In fact, he says this: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is — his good, pleasing and perfect will” (Romans 12: 2). I am quite sure that God’s will is not for me to pout, sulk and withdraw when my feelings are hurt. In fact, I must daily ask God to give me a loving, kind heart and mind, able to effectively discern truth. Likewise, God’s will for me and you is to grow into healthy people like Christ. Let’s consider some other strategies for keeping a healthy mood: One, breathe. Sure, this sounds overly simplistic. However, when agitated we tend to breathe shallow, allowing adrenaline to surge through our bodies which only serves to create tension in us and between us. Breathe. Attempt to calm yourself. Two, step back from your situation. We would do well, in times of stress with another, to step back from the situation. Allow for a little time to pass before responding. Scripture tells us to “be slow to speak and quick to listen” (James 1:19). Three, look at your situation from different angles. Someone has said that if we truly understood the other person there would be no conflict. I have certainly found this to be the case. Seek to listen, reflect and understand where the other person is coming from. What is their perspective and why might they have said what they did? Four, consider your part in the problem. Note that you have many options other than to slip into a bad mood. Notice how a bad mood takes a lot of work—you must ‘play the victim,’ rehearse being wronged and likely amplify and distort the other person’s words or actions. Don’t succumb to a bad mood! Finally, consider the solution. No matter what happened, or who was wrong, consider the solution. What is the problem to be solved? How can you relate to the other person in a way so as to bring harmony? No matter how the other person acts, you are called to live in peace with them and in most cases, you can! Are you prone to ‘mood disturbances?’ Do you tend to jump to conclusions, placing yourself in a ‘self-righteous’ position and finding fault with others? Doing this will not serve you well in the long run. Consider the steps above and work on transforming your mind through the power of Scripture and emotional/ spiritual growth. [written by Dr. David B. Hawkins]

7 Collar Jobs Unemployed Nigerian Graduates Can Do Without Stress

Over the last few years, we have witnessed steady job losses, and the trend keeps getting higher. This has resulted to having lots of unemployed Nigerian graduates, who either never had a job or lost them after a while. The need to acquire a skill outside of your job expertise has been over flogged, and those who have visions have keyed into the idea. There are lot of promising blue collar jobs out there, but the issue is having the skill to start up one. Blue collar jobs are jobs that require more of physical energy, than mental energy jobs (White Collar). It doesn’t in no way mean that one pays more than the other. In recent cases, we have seen blue collar workers living comfortably more than the white collar counterparts. Just to keep you abreast, these are some of the blue collar jobs that should earn you a decent living as an unemployed Nigerian graduate. Signage Business As the number of start-ups and rebranding of various firms are on the increase, so is the demand for people with Branding and Signage skills. Remember the saying that “you must start small?” It doesn’t apply to those in the Signage and Branding business. It is always a big hit right from when you land a contract till you execute it. Produce quality, and you end up employing first class students as your employees. Drivers “Oh No!!” must have been the first exclamation that came out from you as soon as you saw it. The average Nigerian fresh graduate earns about 30,000 Naira. This is about 970 Naira per day. An average Driver in any capacity earns a starting salary of 50k per month. Wouldn’t you rather compromise pride for a few months and get those cars on the road! Depending on your agreement with the car owner, places like Lagos would see you earning above 4, 000 Naira daily – how many firms pay such to graduates? Electricians The closet idea to who an Electrician is might be given as someone who studied Electrical/Electronic Engineering – hell no! Majority of Electrical Engineers in Nigeria can design a simple electric circuit, which has given major artisans the space to operate freely. As the number of houses being built is on the increase, Electricians are having a field day in raking in thousands from various contracts. Who cares about an educational degree, when I go to cash out my cheque? Caterers Food  is something that gives us joy in Nigeria. From child dedication to parties to celebrations and others, the only common thing is that we are all eating. No matter the nature of the economy, celebrations must happen and people must eat. The beneficiaries of such celebrations are those who prepare the dishes, eat and still receive bank alerts for cooking and eating. Construction Workers I categorized it everyone found in a construction site under the above heading. They are get fair amount of cash for making sure the building is erected. Millions are being spent daily in erecting buildings in Nigeria, and it ends up in the pockets of these guys. Roofers, Masons, Painters, and every other person found within the site. The average daily pay differs, but believe me that it is higher than what the government or private firms pay most graduates. Real Estate Agents Ever thought of making your first Million in just a month? This job gives you that opportunity. It is all GREEN in the real estate business. If you can’t be the landlord of the house, you can become the agent for the house. Real Estate agents are making a huge killing in Nigeria, and graduates without a job yet should consider this sector!! It is all GREEN and looks like being GREEN for so many years to come. No matter your location, selling, leasing and renting out houses are a low key way to rake in thousands of Naira just in day. Hardware Engineers Glad you are about to know that Hardware Repairs is the new goldmine. There are hundreds of people every day with several laptop faults, and they need technicians to fix them. Not just that; companies are in need of experienced Engineers, who will take up the job role of maintaining, Troubleshooting, and repairing their computer installations. The question now is “Who will do the job among thousands of graduates looking for jobs or those who are underpaid?” If you are an unemployed Nigerian graduate still waiting and hoping for a job to come, you should take the bull by the horn. There are several skills you can pick up today and make money like by doing things you love doing. Bye, till we meet again!

Deadline For Re-Uploading Of O’Level Results To JAMB Portal (Read Details)

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, (JAMB) has some times ago urged all applicants, both UTME and Direct Entry to re-upload their O’Level results to the portal such as WAEC, NECO, etc. Since this exercise has been going on, many students have been asking when will be the deadline for the re-uploading of students O’Level results to JAMB Portal. As stated by JAMB, there is no specific deadline for re-uploading of the O’Level results to JAMB portal. The deadline is determine by the school a candidate is applying to, like before any candidate will sit for the Post UTME exams in his or her school of choice, the said candidates must re-upload their O’Level results to JAMB Portal before going for the screening. Another question frequently asked by candidates is, Will all candidates re-upload their O’Level result? Yes all candidates both UTME and DE who have submitted their results during their respective registration must still go and re-upload the results again before sitting for their various Post UTME exams.

Osun State Poly, Iree 2017/2018 ND Post-UTME Screening Exercise Reschedule

This is to inform the general public, especially candidates who applied for admission into Osun State Polytechnic, Iree that the 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Exercise earlier scheduled to hold on Wednesday 27th and Thursday 28th September, 2017  this week has been postponed to next week Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th October, 2017. Those earlier scheduled for Wednesday this week will do it next week Wednesday, while those scheduled for Thursday this week will do theirs next week Thursday. Time, Venue and Seat Number remain the same. Consequently,candidates who made Osun State Polytechnic Iree their First or Second Choice in the 2017/2018 UTME as well as those who are still wishing to change to Osun State Polytechnic, Iree and scored 150 and above can apply for the National Diploma Courses, on or before Tuesday 3rd October, 2017.  Click here to  begin your registration…

FSS, Oyo 2017/2018 ND Post-UTME Admission Screening Announced

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Federal School of Surveying, Oyo National Diploma (ND) Full-Time 2017/2018 Admission Screening Exercise for candidates seeking admission via UTME. This ONLINE Screening Exercise is mandatory requirement for entry into the School. ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES (i) Candidates who have chosen Federal School of Surveying, Oyo as their First or Second Choice Institution in the 2017 UTME and have scored a minimum of 160 marks are eligible to participate in the Online Admission Screening Exercise. (ii) In addition to the above, eligible candidates should have possessed five (5) credit passes at not more than two (2) sittings in relevant subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Physics and any other two (2) relevant subjects which may include Further Mathematics or Statistics, Technical Drawing or Fine Art, Economics or Government, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Geography, Land Surveying all obtained at O’Level SSCE/NECO/NABTEB. INSTRUCTIONS ON ONLINE ADMISSION REGISTRATION  (i) Prospective Candidates are to make the following payment into the Federal School of Surveying, Oyo Account through Remita: * Non-refundable FSS, Oyo Internet Access fee of N3,500.00 * Non-refundable Screening fee of N2,000.00 Total = N5,500.00 (ii) Visit https://remita.net/ and click “Pay A Federal Government Agency” Supply the following information Name of MDA: Federal School of Survey, Oyo – 023400300100 Name of service/purpose: Admission Form Description: Screening/Internet Fees Amount to Pay (N):  N 5,500.00 Payer’s Full Name: Your Surname and Other Names Supply your email and phone number Click “Proceed to Payment” Print RRR Invoice and proceed to any commercial bank for payment (iii) Generated RRR Printout from the bank of candidate’s choice must be tendered to the School Bursary to collect Admission/Screening Scratch Card. ONLINE REGISTRATION (i) Post-UTME Screening (a)Access http://ift.tt/2xI6rOD click on Post UTME Screening Option. (b) Enter your JAMB Registration Number and Full Name (Surname First). Your JAMB detail will be displayed (Scores, age, subject combination, etc.).  If you see anything different please contact us immediately. (c)Supply the following: (i)  Your functional and personal e-mail address. (ii)The Serial number and password obtained from the Scratch Card. Then Click PROCEED (d) Check your e-mail to access your application number and password. (e)Log-in @ http://ift.tt/2wTQS4E (f) Carefully fill in your personal details,contact details, O’Level results, etc. Also upload your scanned documents or credentials which include your O-Level result certificate, JAMB result slip, Certificate of Origin,Certificate of Birth, etc. (g) Carefully preview all the details and certify that they are correct. Then Click “I Certify” button. (h) After Submission, you will be directed to Portal Log in page.  Enter your application number and password to print your Photo Card and screening Registration Slip. NB: Candidates should come along with this Print-out on the Screening day. PERIOD OF APPLICATION/ SUBMISSION Period of Application/Submission commences from the date of Advertisement and lapses on 11th October, 2017. MODE OF POST-UTME SCREENING The Screening of Candidates will be based on Point Grading System, using Screening Test (Written Examination) for the UTME Score and SSCE/NECO/NABTEB in five (5) Relevant Subjects. PROSPOSED DATE FOR POST-UTME SCREENING TEST The date of the Screening Examination will be communicated to individual candidates through their e-mail address. NB: Please all prospective candidates should adhere strictly to the deadline (11th October,2017) for the Online Registration and Submission of Screening Registration Slip. POINTS TO NOTE: (i) The School will admit only candidates who made at least Five (5) Credit Passes in SSCE/NECO/NABTEB in the relevant subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Physics AT NOT MORE THAN TWO (2) SITTINGS. (ii)Any Candidate who fails to participate in the Screening Exercise will not be considered for admission. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THE SCREENING REGISTRATION SLIP (a) Original JAMB Exam Notification of Result Slip. (b) Screening Application fee receipt. (c) Copies of SSCE/NECO/NABTEB Results at not more than two (2) sittings. (d) Two (2) recent colour passport photographs with red background. (e) Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age. (f) Confirmation of Local Government/ State of Origin. NOTE TO ALL CANDIDATES – All required documents must be scanned and uploaded in PDF format (not more than 20kb). – Passport Photograph must be in jpeg format (not more than 20kb). – All Online Screening complaints should be channeled through this mobile: 08065377229. Signed: A. Adesokan Registrar

UNILAG 2017/2018 Post-UTME Aptitude Test Rescheduled

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into University Of Lagos (UNILAG) that the Management has rescheduled the 2017/2018 Post UTME Aptitude Test to hold from Wednesday 4th to Friday 6th October, 2017. Candidates should generate new examination passes from Thursday 28th September, 2017 and come to the test venue with two coloured copies of the examination passes. GSM phones and other personal belongings are not allowed in the test venues. ENQUIRIES Further Clarification may be obtained via email: admissions@unilag.edu.ng and the following phone numbers: 08182716045, 07046537158, 07043359831, 07026079596 and 07026079595. Dr. (Mrs.) Taiwo F. Ipaye, FNIM Registrar & Secretary to Council

Federal Poly, Oko 2017/2018 HND Admission List Released- [1st Batch]

This is to inform all candidates who participated in the admission screening exercise of The Federal Polytechnic, Oko that the management has released the 2017/2018 1st Batch Admission List. HOW TO CHECK YOUR ADMISSION STATUS  -Visit http://ift.tt/2fXAHgQ Modules/Admissions/CheckAdmissionStatus.aspx -Select Student Type (HND) -Select Year (2017/2018) -Enter Application Number (E.G HNDR/PAD/17/000) in the space provided. -Click on “Submit” and proceed to check your admission status Congrats!!!

AAU, Ekpoma 2016/2017 2nd Semester Academic Calendar Adjusted

This is to inform all students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma that the management has released the adjusted second semester academic calendar for 2016/2017 session. Following the suspension of the nation widestrike of the various staff unions of Universities, the University management on behalf of the Senate of the Ambrose Alli University (AAU) hereby informs all students of the university about the adjusted academic calendar for the Second Semester of the 2016/2017 academic session as follows; AAUE ADJUSTED ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2016/2017 SESSION *Sunday, 24th September, 2017 – Students come into Halls of residence *Monday, 25th September, 2017 – Second Semester lecturers/Revisions end *Monday, 9th October, 2017 – Second semester Examinations begin with GST and ENT *Monday, 20th November, 2017 – 30th November,2017 –  Faculty board of Examiners meet to consider results *Wednesday, 29th November, 2017 to Thursday, 30th November, 2017 – Meetings of Senate to consider Results/End of sessions This is for the information and guidance of all students, parents, guidance and the general public.

Enugu State Poly 2017/2018 ND Full-Time UTME & HND Admission Form Out

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Enugu State Polytechnic, Iwollo, a Citadel of learning, Candidates whose UTME score is 100 and above to apply for admission into the following programmes offered at the Polytechnic for the 2017/2018 Academic session. Available Accredited programmes are National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) in the Colleges of Agricultural Technology, Business Management Technology, Applied Science Technology and Engineering Technology. Other entry requirements into the programmes of the above named Colleges are: COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY (TEB/PRO/SP.35/147/VOL.I/112 & 114) 1. HND Programme in Agricultural Extension & Management: Requirements: i. OND in Agricultural Technology or other related disciplines with a minimum of Lower Credit Pass. ii. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit passes English Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science and any one of the following: Geography, Physics, Technical Drawing, Food and Nutrition, Economics, Statistics or any Nigerian Language at not more than two sittings. iii. Evidence of one year post National Diploma cognate Work Experience. 2. ND in Agricultural Technology: Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit passes English Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science and any one of the following: Geography, Physics, Technical Drawing, Food and Nutrition, Economics,Statistics or any Nigerian Language at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science and any other Science subject. 3. ND in Animal Health & Production Technology: Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit passes English Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science and any one of the following: Geography, Physics, Technical Drawing, Food and Nutrition, Economics, Statistics or any Nigerian Language at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science and any other Science subject. 4. ND in Horticultural Technology Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics and any one subject from: Biology or Agricultural Science, Technical Drawing, Basic Electronics/Basic Electricity, Auto Mechanics, Metal Work, Wood Work, Further Mathematics, Geography, Economics or Commerce at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Mathematics and any two of Chemistry, Physics or Technical Drawing. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY (TEB/PRO/P.391/VOL.X/X) 1. ND in Accountancy: Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language and Mathematics and any three subjects from the following: Economics or Commerce, Business Methods, Principles of Accounts, Literature in English, Geography, Office Practice, Government, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics, History or Government, Typewriting or Shorthand at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Mathematics and any two of Geography, Commerce, Government, Principles of Account or Economics. 2. ND in Banking and Finance: Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language and Mathematics and any three subjects from the following: Economics or Commerce, Business Methods, Principles of Accounts, Literature in English, Geography, Office Practice, Government, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics, History or Government, Typewriting or Shorthand at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Mathematics and any two of Geography, Commerce, Government, Principles of Account, History or Economics. COLLEGE OF APPLIED SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY (TEB/PRO/P.391/VOL.X/X) 1. ND in Computer Science: Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics and any two subjects from the following: Economics, Government or History, Geography, Further Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry and Typewriting at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Mathematics and any two of Geography, Physics, Chemistry or Economics. 2. ND in Statistics: Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics and any two subjects from the following: Economics, Government/History, Geography, Further Mathematics, Biology/ Agricultural Science, Chemistry and Typewriting at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Mathematics and any two of Economics/Commerce, History /Government or CRK/IRK. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (TEB/PRO/P.391/VOL.X/X) 1. ND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering:  Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry and any subject from the following: Economics/Commerce, Geography, Further Mathematics, Biology/ Agricultural Science,Technical Drawing, Basic Electronics/Basic Electricity, Auto Mechanics, Metal Work, Wood Work at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Technical Drawing. 2. ND in Computer Engineering: Requirements: i. Five SSCE/NECO/GCE O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry and any subject from the following: Economics/Commerce, Geography, Further Mathematics, Biology/Agricultural Science,Technical Drawing, Basic Electronics/Basic Electricity, Auto Mechanics, Metal Work or Wood Work at not more than two sittings. ii. UTME Subjects required are: English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Technical Drawing. METHOD OF APPLICATION Application forms are obtainable from the Admission Office in the Polytechnic on the payment of Two thousand Naira (N2, 000.00), only, payable at any Bank into Enugu State Pay Direct. Date for admission screening into National Diploma and Higher National Diploma will be announced later. For further enquiries call: 08037373754, 08104353744, 08163836157 Signed: The Registrar

FUPRE 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Examination Date Announced

This is to inform all UTME candidates who applied for admission into Federal University Of Petroleum Resource, Effurun that the 2017/2018 Post UTME Screening Examination has been scheduled to hold as follows; Date: Wednesday, 4th October, 2017. Time: 7.00am for the following courses; Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical/Electronics Engineering. Time: 9.00am for the following courses; Marine Engineering, Geology, Environmental Management and Toxicology, Industrial Chemistry, Chemistry, Mathematics, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Geophysics, and Physics. Application closes by 12 midnight on Monday, 2nd October, 2017. Please endeavour to come with your Post UTME Registration Confirmation Printout and Payment Receipt. Note that GSM phones are not allowed during the Screening Exercise. Only non-programmable calculators are allowed to be used during the screening.

ATBU 2016/2017 2nd Semester Approved Reviewed Academic Calendar

This is to inform all students of Abubakar Tafewa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU) that the management has released the reviewed second semester academic calendar for 2016/2017 session. ATBU 2016/2017 2nd Semester Reviewed Academic Calendar *Resumption (All students): – 9th Aug, 2017 *Registration (All students): 9th -11th August,2017 *Lectures (All Students): 25th September – 1st December, 2017 *Semester Examination: 1st December – 21st December, 2017 *Marking/Board of Studies: 21st December- 9th January, 2018 *Senate Business Committee Meeting: 11th –16th January, 2018 *Senate Examination Meeting: 19th January, 2018 *Long Vacation (All Students): 21st December,2017 – 2nd February, 2018 *Academic Staff Annual Leave: 19th January, 2018 – 2nd February, 2018 *2017/2018 Academic Session Commences: 2nd February, 2018 Signed Fatima Inuwa Abdulaahi DR/Academic For: Registrar

FUAM 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Exercise Date And Schedule Out

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into Federal University Of Agriculture, Makurdi Benue State that the 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Date and schedule is out as follows. The screening exercise will commence on Tuesday, 3rd October, 2017, at college of Veterinary Medicine Auditorium, South Core. Candidates are advised to check dates allocated to their various programs of study for screening. Candidates are expected to come along with the following on the screening day i. Evidence of payment for screening (Payment slip) ii. Original jamb score printout iii. Screening schedule slip from UAM Portal iv. Original and photocopy of Birth certificate. v. Original and photocopy of O’level certificate/statement of result, NCE and Diploma. vi. Procured unused WAEC And/Or NECO, NABTEB scratch card for checking of O’level result. Screening schedule for Prospective Candidates for 2017/2018 Academic Calendar Date    Programme/Department/ Course  1 3/10/2017 AGRIC ECONS AND MANAGEMENT AGRIC CROP PRODUCTION FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE PLANT BREEDING SOIL SCIENCE FORESTRY 2 4/10/2017 FST HSM 3 5/10/2017 ANIMAL SCIENCE AGRIC BUSINESS AGRIC SCIENCE EDUCATION CHEMISTRY EDUCATION PHYSICS EDUCATION MATHS COMPUTER EDUCATION MATHS/STATISTICS EDUCATION STATISTICS/COMPUTER EDUCATION INT. SCIENCE EDUCATION BIOLOGY EDUCATION 4 6/10/2017 MECH. ENGINEERING AGRIC. ENGINEERING 5 7/10/2017 CIVIL ENGINEERING 6 9/10/2017 ELECT/ELECT ENGINEERING 7 10/10/2017 VETERINARY MEDICINE CHEMISTRY B.SC IND. PHYSICS B.SC BOTANY PHYSICS B.SC ZOOLOGY STATISTICS/COMPUTER B.SC MATHEMATICS/COMPUTER B.SC MATHEMATICS B.SC STATISTICS B.SC STAT./COMPUTER 8 11/10/2017 COMPUTER SCIENCE B.SC 9 12/10/2017 BIO-CHEMISTRY 10 13/10/2017

AOCOED 2017/2018 2nd Batch NCE Post-UTME Screening Date Announced

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into Adeniran Ogunsanya College Of Education that the management has announced the 2017/2018 NCE Post-UTME Screening Date. The second batch of the 2017/2018 Post- UTME Screening comes up on Wednesday, 11th of October 2017.  Candidates are expected to come to the screening venue with copies of the following: Post-UTME Application form Jamb UTME Result O’Level Result

UNIZIK Notice To 2017/18 Post-UTME Candidates With Incomplete Registration

The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka wishes to inform all Candidates whose registration were not submitted to the portal are advised to visit the UNIZIK portal, complete their forms properly and equally submit. This information is strictly for the aforementioned candidates as they are the only ones who can access the portal. The deadline for the completion of the form is on Monday, 2nd October, 2017. The date for their examination has been slated for Tuesday 3rd October, 2017 by 8am prompt. Signed Dr. Emmanuel Ojukwu, Mnipr, Fcai Director of Information, Public Relations & Protocol

Federal Poly, Idah 2017/2018 HND Screening Schedule And Requirements Out

The management of The Federal Polytechnic, Idah wishes to invite all eligible candidates seeking admission into the Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes for 2017/2018 academic session to a screening test as scheduled below: Date : Saturday, 21st October 2017 Time : 9:00 a.m. Venue: The Federal Polytechnic, Idah. Payment of screening fee of Four Thousand Naira (N4, OOO.OO) only is mandatory. A. PROCEDURE OF PAYMENT FOR THE SCREENING EXERCISE 1. Candidates are expected to make a payment of Four Thousand Naira (N4,OOO.OO) only as the screening fee , bank charges inclusive. 2. Candidates are advised to visit The Federal Polytechnic, Idah website, i.e . http://ift.tt/2hAXnaj follow the steps below to make payment On-line , fill their details and print out the screening slip: Login with the username and password created during the application process. Click on “Make Screening Payment” to generate Payment Invoice with Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) Number. Take the printed Payment Invoice to any Bank for payment of N4,OOO.OO, using Remita. Return to the School website (www.fepoda.edu.ng ) to confirm payment by clicking “Confirm Screening Fee Payment”. Print out Screening Payment Slip. B. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SCREENING TEST Applicants are required to present the following: 1. Photocopies of credentials 2. Writing Materials 3. 2 copies of passport size photographs 4. Screening Payment Slip Print-out . NB: The Federal Polytechnic, Idah does not condone any form of falsification of results as candidates involved will automatically be disqualified. Alh. K. M. Abu REGISTRAR

UNIZIK 2017/2018 Postgradute Screening Test Processing Fees Payment Begins

The following is the schedule of fees payable by each candidate for the screening test. PhD Candidates: N7,000 (Seven thousand naira only) PGD and Masters Candidates: N5,000 (five thousand naira only) Date for Payment: Payment must be completed before Monday, 23rd  October 2017.  Payment Procedure: *Log on to remita.net *Click on “Pay a Federal Government Agency” *Select the MDA (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka) *On The “Name of Service/Purpose” dialogue box, *For PGD and Masters, search and click on “2017/2018 UNIZIK PG Screening Test Operations (Masters and PGD) *For PhD, search and click on “2017/2018 UNIZIK PG Screening Test Operations (PhD) *Enter other relevant information Click on “proceed to payment” to generate your RRR. *Print the “RRR” (Remita Retrieval Reference Number) and proceed to any bank of your choice within or outside the University to pay for the Screening Test. *A printout will be given to you at the bank after payment. Please bring the Print out to the screening venue. This print out admits. NOTE:  Date of Screening Test: Monday 30th October to Friday, 3rd November, 2017 ONLY CANDIDATES WHOSE PAYMENTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED BY MONDAY,23rd OCTOBER 2017 SHALL RECEIVE THE FINAL INVITATION FOR THE SCREENING TEST. The School of Postgraduate Studies wishes you success in your application. Dr. Ifeyinwa F. Anolue Secretary School of Postgraduate Studies

PTI, Effurun 2017/2018 ND Post-UTME Screening Exercise Date Announced

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun that the management has announced the date for the 2017/2018 Post UTME screening of National Diploma (ND) candidates has been fixed. The Post-UTME Screening Exercise will commence on Monday 9th October,2017 and end on Friday 13th  October, 2017. All aspiring ND candidates are also to be informed of the following: 1) That the screening exercise is going to be on departmental basis and that the exercise will last for five days – Monday 9th to Friday 13th October, 2017. 2) That candidates who are yet to take Petroleum Training Institute (PTI) as their first choice of institution should effect the change to avoid being disqualified by JAMB as admission letters will be issued by JAMB. 3) That candidates have the choice of coming for the screening any day within the period stated for the exercise. 4) That on arrival at the Petroleum Training Institute, candidates are advised to move straight to the department they applied to for further instructions. 5) That the screening exercise will take the form of oral interview, evaluation of candidate’s O’level result and JAMB scores. Signed: Registrar

DELSU 2017/2018 1st Batch Admission List Released

This is to inform all candidates who participated in the Post-UTME Screening Exercise of Delta State University, Abraka that the management has released the 1st batch admission list for 2017/2018 academic session. Candidates are to follow the procedure below to check their admission status. Steps To Check Your Admission Status -Visit http://delsu.edu.ng/ utme2017checkadmission.aspx -Enter your JAMB registration Number in the space provided. -Click on “Check” to view your admission status. Success….

Nasarawa State Poly Expelled Twelve Students For Examination Malpractice

Twelve students of Nasarawa State Polytechnic, Lafia have been expelled for engaging in examination malpractice. The expelled students include five from Department of Public Administration, five from Department of Science Laboratory Technology and two from Department of computer Science. The students were caught in the act during the 2016/2017 First Semester Examination. The decisions were taken by the Academic Board at its emergency meeting held Wednesday September 20, 2017. A statement from the Registrar, Labani Joseph Dio directed the affected students to handover polytechnic property in their possession and vacate the Campus immediately.

NOUN 2017/2018 2nd Semester Registration – See Procedures Here

This is to inform all returning students of National Open University Of Nigeria (NOUN) that the management has announced the registration for the 2nd Semester for 2017/2018 academic session. Please be informed that to commence operations on the portal for this semester you are required to register/ sign-up on the portal. You may click here to do so https:// http://ift.tt/2x2paHI Please note that the registration involves the following; 1. Loading of e-wallet 2. Semester Registration (N18,000) which kick starts other processes for the semester 3 Course Registration: Please consult the List of Registrable courses available at http:// http://ift.tt/2kafgxE 4. Exam Registration: Required for TMAs and the forth-coming semester examinations. Wishing you all the best in this semester

TASUED 2017/2018 1st Semester Lecture Time-Table Released

This is to inform all students of Tai Solarin University Of Education, Ijebu ode Ogun State both new and returning that the management has released the 1st semester lecture timetable for 2017/2018 academic session. The Time-Table is available for 100 Level, 200 Level and 300 Level Students. Expect 400 Level Students On Teaching Practice. The breakdown of the Lecture Time-table is uploaded online and available on the school portal click here to view. All students are to take note and comply accordingly.

UNN 2017/2018 Postgraduate Entrance Examination Results Now Available

This is to inform all Postgraduate candidates who participated in the 2017/2018 Entrance Examination exercise of University Of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) that the result of the last entrance examination is now available online. The result checker cost N1000 only . To view your result, follow the steps below: 1. Visit the UNN Portal- unnportal.unn.edu.ng 2. Click on Postgraduate Students 3. Click on PG Screening Result 2017/18 4. Generate Invoice of N1000. 5. Make payments using your ATM or any bank that runs the Remita platform. 6. Come back to view your result.

BUK 2017/18 Post-UTME Aptitude Test Checking Of Time, Date & Venue Begins

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into  Bayero University, Kano (BUK) that the management has announced the checking of Aptitude Test schedule time, date and venue of their exams for 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Exercise. Candidates are to click here to check their schedule time, date and venue of their examinations. Candidates are to take note of their Aptitude Test Schedule and comply accordingly…

How To Check – ABSU 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Results Now Available Online

This is to inform all candidates who participated in the Post-UTME Aptitude Test of Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) that the 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Results is now available online. All candidates are therefore advised to log on to the ABSU website ( http://ift.tt/2k9Re61) click on portal and generate an invoice. Candidates are to generate a pin code at the cost of #1,000.00 (one Thousand Naira) only from any of the following banks listed below for printing of results. ABSU Microfinance Banks, Sky Bank Plc, Zenith Bank Plc: First Bank Plc: Ecobank Plc: Fidelity Bank Plc: Union Bank Plc: UBA PLC After generating your pin code login to the ABSU website ( http://ift.tt/2k9Re61) click on portal then select Applicant ,click on Check PUTME Result, access and Print your result. Please be properly Accordingly. Dr(Mrs.) Evelyn N. Iheukwumere. Registrar.

FUTO 2017/2018 Post-UTME Aptitude Test New Screening Date Announced

The management of Federal University Of Technology, Owerri wishes to inform all candidates who applied for admission into the University that the new date for the 2017/2018 POST – UTME exercise is Tuesday, October 3 – Saturday, October 7, 2017.  All candidates who scored 180 and above in 2017 JAMB UTME and did not put FUTO as First choice but applied to FUTO for the 2017/2018 Post-UTME are hereby advised to go to JAMB website and change their First choice University to Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) on or before Tuesday, October 3, 2017. This is to enable JAMB transfer their data to FUTO for further necessary action. In conclusion all Candidates who applied for the FUTO 2017/2018 Post-UTME should check their e-mails and phones for information on their assigned date, time, batch and venue of the exercise.

UNIJOS 2016/2017 1st & 2nd Semester Approved Academic Calendar Revised

This is to inform all students of University Of Jos (UNIJOS) that the management has released the revised academic calendar for 2016/2017 session. ADJUSTED REVISED ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 20l6/2OI7 ACADEMIC SESSION-   (UNDERGRADUATE) FIRST SEMESTER Monday, 27th  March, 2017 – Commencement of Registration of fresh students Friday, 7th April, 2017 – End of Registration for fresh Students Monday, 10th  April, 2017 – Commencement of Registration for returning students Thursday, 13th  April, 2017 – End of Registration for returning Students Tuesday 18th April—Friday, 21st April, 2017- Late Registration/ Orientation Monday. 24th  April, 2017 – Commencement of Lectures for 2016/2017 Session. Saturday, 5th  August, 2017 – End of first Semester Lectures Monday, 7th  August, 2017 – Commencement of First Semester Examinations “Tuesday, 3rd  October, 2017 – Continuation of First Semester Examinations SECOND SEMESTER Monday, 9th October, 2017 – Commencement of Second Semester Lectures Saturday 23rd Dec. 2017-Monday 15th  Jan 2018- Christmas Break Saturday, 27th  January, 2018 – End of Second Semester Lectures Monday, 29th January, 2018 – Commencement of Second Semester Examinations Saturday, 10th February, 2018 – End of Second Semester Examinations Sunday, 11th February -Saturday 4th  March, 2018– Examinations Marking Tuesday, 6th March, 2018 – Faculty Boards meet to consider Sessional Examinations Results Friday, 9th  March. 2018 – Senate meets to consider and approve Sessional Examinations Results Sunday 10th March- Saturday 21st April. 2018- Academic Staff Annual Leave Sunday. 22nd  April, 2018 – End of 2016/2017 Session Monday. 23rd  April. 2018 – Commencement of 2017/2018 Academic Session Professor M.B.T. ljmar Director of Academic Planning & Management

UNIJOS 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Fake Information Circulating- Beware

This is to inform the general public especially candidates seeking admission into University Of Jos (UNIJOS) that the attention of Management has been drawn to the circulation of fake information especially on the social media that the University has commenced the sale of Post UTME forms at the cost of Two Thousand Naira (N2000) to candidates who applied for admission into the University. The fake online posts also claim that the University is set to conduct Admission Screening Examinations on 30th September, 2017. Management wishes to state categorically that the University of Jos is not selling any Post UTME forms. Rather, the University is conducting Post UTME Online Screening of Prospective Candidates for the 2017/18 Admission exercise through its web portal http://ift.tt/1NjBQcC For the avoidance of doubt, the process of screening prospective candidates for admission into the University for the 2017/2018 Academic Session is being done ONLINE, therefore no physical screening, examinations or test will be conducted for the purpose of this exercise. All prospective candidates seeking admission into the University are advised to be wary of any contrary information and should check details of instructions, payment, registration and other procedures of the Post UTME Screening exercise via the University’s website on www.unijos.edu.ng. Announcer: Monday M. Danjem Registrar

UNIABUJA 2016/2017 2nd Semester Approved Revised Academic Calendar

This is to inform all students of University Of Abuja (UNIABUJA) that the management has released the approved revised academic calendar for 2017/2018 session. APPROVED REVISED SECOND SEMESTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR THE 2016/2017 ACADEMIC SESSION S/N DATE ACTIVITIES/EVENTS 1. Sunday 14th May, 2017  Resumption for Second Semester 2. Monday 15th May, 2017 Second Semester Lectures Begin (15 Weeks) for Undergraduate Programmes 3. Monday 22nd May, 2017 Second Semester Lectures Commence for Postgraduate Programmes 4. Monday 13th – 16th August,2017 Remedial Science Examinations 5. Monday 13th August, 2017 – Friday, 22nd September, 2017  Academic and Non-Academic Staff Unions of Nigerian Universities’ Strike (Nationwide) 6. Wednesday, 27th September, 2017 Resumption of Lectures for Institute of Education Students 7. Monday, 2nd October, 2017 Return of students to hotels and Resumption of Academic Activities for the Continuation of Second Semester 8. Tuesday, 3rd October, 2017 Resumption of Lectures for Postgraduate Students 9. Tuesday, 3rd October – Saturday, 7th October,2017 Second Semester Revision Week for Undergraduate Students. 10. Tuesday, 3rd October, 2017 – 21st December, 2017  Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE) Facilitation for 100 and 200 levels 11. Monday, 9th October, 2017 Examinations for Students going on SIWES and commencement of examinations for final year students (1 week). 12. Monday, 16th October, 2017 Orientation for Students going on SIWES 13. Monday, 16th October – Saturday, 11th November, 2017  Second Semester Examinations for other undergraduate students 14. Saturday, 11th November, 2017  End of Second Semester Examinations for Regular Programmes 15. Monday, 13th November, 2017 Second Semester Break Begins (7 weeks) Postgraduate Examinations Commence (2 weeks) 16. Monday, 13th November, 2017 SWEP Commences for Engineering Students (8 weeks) 17. Monday 13th November, 2017 – 30th November, 2017  Examinations for spill over students of CDL&CE (2 weeks) 18. Saturday, 25th November, 2017 Postgraduate Examinations Ends 19. Monday, 4th December, 2017 – Wednesday,17th January, 2018  2017 Contact Examinations for Institute of Education 20. Thursday, 21st December, 2017 – Wednesday, 3rd January, 2018  End of Year Break 21. Monday, 8th January, 2018 Commencement of 2017/2018 Academic Session. 22 Monday, 8th January, 2018 – 25th January, 2018  Examinations for CDL&CE 100 and 200 level students

FUKASHERE 2017/2018 1st Semester Resumption Date Postponed

This is to inform all staff and student of Federal University, Kashere that due to the strike action by the union that lasted for almost a month, the 2017/2018 academic session cannot commence on Monday 25th September, 2017 as earlier approved. All staff and student are therefore advised to remain prepared as a new resumption date will be released as soon as possible. This will be communicated to all concerned through the University’s website, notice boards and other relevant media. Any inconvenience this slight change might have caused is highly regretted, please. Signed  ALH. Kabiru Garba Aminu Registrar 

Kogi State Poly 2016/2017 1st Semester Ongoing Exam Postponement Notice

This is to inform all students and staffs of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja that the ongoing 1st Semester Examinations for  the 2016/2017 session as well as other academic activities has been postponed till Tuesday 3rd October, 2017.  This postponement is to mourn the loss of one of our staff who died in the United Kingdom and a student, who was killed in an accident involving one of Dangote’s trailers at the Polytechnic gate on Wednesday 27th September, 2017.  May their gentle souls rest in perfect peace. Amen.  Examinations will continue as scheduled on the time-table from Tuesday 3rd October, 2017.  Signed  M.A Ocholi Ag. Registrar 

FUNAAB 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Exercise New Dates Announced

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into Federal University Of Agriculture, Abeokuta that the management has released the new schedule for 2017/2018 Pre-Admission Screening Exercise. Following the extension of deadline for Admission Application till Wednesday, 27th September, 2017 (6pm), a new schedule has been released for the Computer-Based Pre-Admission Screening Exercise as highlighted below: Checking of schedule (venue, date and time): Thursday, 28th September, 2017. Pre-Admission Screening Exercise: Wednesday, Wednesday, 4th and Thursday, 5th October, 2017. All candidates should take note and comply accordingly!!!

Federal Poly, Idah 2017/2018 ND Post-UTME Admission Screening Announced

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified Post-UTME candidates for admission into The Federal Polytechnic, Idah National Diploma (ND) programmes for 2017/2018 academic session. ELIGIBILITY All candidates who took the Federal Polytechnic, Idah as their Institution of choice and obtained the minimum cut- off mark/score of 140 in the 2017/2018 UTME and also have the required relevant credit passes as contained in the JAMB brochure are eligible. PROCEDURE FOR SCREENING EXERCISE Candidates are expected to make a payment of two thousand, five hundred naira (N2,500.00) only, bank charges inclusive. Candidates are advised to visit The Federal Polytechnic, Idah website, i.e. http://ift.tt/2hAXnaj follow the steps below to make payment on-line, fill their details and print out the screening slip: *click on “Screening Payment” *Fill the form with valid e-mail address and password containing at least eight (8) characters in alphabets and numbers and print out the Payment Invoice with Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR). Take the printed Payment Invoice to any Bank for the payment (N2,500.00), using Remita. Go back to the School website (www.fepoda.edu.ng ) to complete the registration with the following data by clicking on “Finish Registration”: JAMB Registration Number, JAMB Score, State of Origin , First and Second Choice of Courses. Upload passport-sized photograph of not more than 22kb in size. Print out the form (Admission Screening Details). APPLICATION DEADLINE Purchase and submission of forms On-line will close by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday 12th October, 2017 SCREENING EXERCISE DATES All eligible candidates are expected to attend the screening test in two batches as follows: Friday 13th, October 2017 Candidates from all the Departments in the School of Engineering,, School of Technology, and School of Environmental Studies. Saturday 14th October, 2017 Candidates from the Departments in the School of Business Studies (SBS) and School of General and Administrative Studies (SOGAS). (D) Admitted candidates would be expected to complete the Federal Polytechnic, Idah Admission Form On-line (procedures are contained therein). NB : Candidates are advised to come with their writing materials for the test . The Federal Polytechnic, Idah does not condone any form of falsification of results as candidates involved will automatically be disqualified. ALH. K. M. ABU REGISTRAR

UNICAL 2017/18 Post-UTME Venue And Sitting Arrangements Slip Printing Begins

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into University of Calabar, (UNICAL) that the management has announced the 2017/2018 Post-UTME Venue and Sitting Arrangements slip printing. Candidates are to follow the procedures below to check their screening schedule Steps To Check Your Post-UTME Venue And Sitting Arrangements -Visit http://ift.tt/2fxp2Vh sitting-arrangement/ -Enter your JAMB Registration Number in the space provided. -Click on “Search” and proceed to view, download and print your Post-UTME (date, time, venue and sitting arrangement).

Federal Poly, Offa 2017/2018 1st Semester Approved Academic Calendar Out

This is to inform all new and returning students of The Federal Polytechnic, Offa that management has released the approved academic calendar for 2017/2018 academic session.   APPROVED ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR FIRST SEMESTER 2017/2018 ACADEMIC SESSION   DATE                        ACTIVITY Monday 16th October, 2017 Commencement of First Semester / Resumption of New Students   Tuesday 17th October, 2017 Registration for Fresh Students Tuesday 15th August 1st Senate Meeting   Tuesday 24th –Thursday 26th Oct, 2017 Resumption of Returning Students   Thursday 9th November, 2017 1st Regular Academic Board Meeting   Monday, 13th –Friday 17th – Nov, 2017 Late Registration   Monday, 13th November, 2017 Commencement of Lectures Thursday, 30th November, 2017 Matriculation   Thursday, 7th December, 2017 2nd Regular Academic Board Meeting Friday, 22nd Dec, 2017 -Tuesday 3rd Jan, 2018 Christmas and New Year Break Thursday, 11th January, 2018 3rd Regular Academic Board Meeting   Friday 19th January, 2018 End of Lectures Monday 22nd –Friday 26th January, 2018 Practical Examination Monday 29th Jan –Friday 9th Feb,2018 Examination Monday 12th Feb, 2018 Commencement of 1st Semester Break Monday 5th March, 2018 Resumption for 2nd Semester 2017/2018

UNIZIK Warned 2017/18 Post-UTME Candidates Against Admission Racketeers

This is to inform all candidates seeking admission into Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) for the 2017/2018 academic session. It has come to the attention of the University Management regarding the fraudulent activities of admission racketeers. Candidates are hereby warned strictly about the activities of these fraudsters who disguise as staff of Nnamdi Azikiwe University with promises of results upgrade or admission. There is no such thing as result upgrade in the University and so anyone promising you anything like that is a fraudster with the intent of making away with your money. The University is not liable for any act of fraudulence meted out to any candidate by any supposed staff. You are hereby warned to be wary of their activities. For those yet to write,study hard. Meanwhile, any staff found wanting in any fraudulent act would be adequately punished. Signed Dr. Emmanuel Ojukwu, Mnipr, Fcai Director of Information, Public Relations & Protocol

FUTA 2017/2018 Post-UTME & Direct Entry Screening Exercise Scheduled

This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into Federal University of Technology, Akure, FUTA that the management has schedule the Screening exercise for the 2017/2018 academic session. SCREENING SCHEDULE (2017/2018 ADMISSIONS EXERCISE) DAY DATE SCHOOL(S) 1. Thursday, 5th October, 2017  School of Agriculture & Agricultural Technology (SAAT), School of Environmental Technology (SET), School of Earth and Mineral Sciences (SEMS), School of Health & Health Technology (SHHT) 2. Friday, 6th October, 2017  School of Sciences (SOS) 3. Saturday, 7th October, 2017 School of Engineering & Engineering Technology (SEET) -Batch 1 4. Monday, 9th October, 2017 School of Engineering & Engineering Technology (SEET) -Batch 2 5. Tuesday, 10th October, 2017 Mop-up/Direct Entry Candidates who do not participate in the Post-UTME screening will not be considered for admission. FUTA will not consider candidates with “Awaiting Results”. IMPORTANT INFORMATION All duly registered candidates should visit the University website http://ift.tt/2xPPQun, 2nd October, 2017 to print the slip (it will contain the date, time and batch of screening for each candidate) that will admit them into the screening venue. Also note that: (i) All candidates should bring along the following items to the screening venue: (a) Depositor’s copy of Bank Teller indicating payments as appropriate; (b) JAMB UTME Notification of Results/ Registration slips; (c) Printed copy of the completed FUTA Post-UTME Online Registration Form; (d) Print-out of e-Tranzact payment receipt (collected from the Bank) and (e) One passport photograph. (ii) The venue of the screening exercise is the FUTA Digital Resource Centre, “Obanla campus”, The Federal University of Technology, Akure. (iii) Candidates are NOT allowed to bring cell phones or any other electronic gadget into the examination hall. (iv) Candidates are requested, in their own interest, to have a feel (practice of the computer-based test by visiting Practice Test Page). (v) For more information or clarification or other issues, candidates can visit the University website www.futa.edu.ng or call 08076981207, 08068209911 AND 08118770353 NOTE: Any UTME candidate who fails to present himself/herself for the Computer-Based Screening Exercise will NOT be considered for admission in the University. SIGNED R. A. ARIFALO Registrar

FUTA 2017/2018 Postgraduate Programmes Admission Form Out

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma, Masters and Ph. D. Programmes of the Federal University of Technology, Akure for the 2017/2018 Academic Session. For more information on • Available Programmes • Admission Requirements • Duration of Programmes • Method of Application • Opening and Closing Dates for Application Please visit the School of Postgraduate Studies portal (PG Portal) on the University’s website http://ift.tt/2fxp0N9 details: IMPORTANT NOTICE Mix-up in username and password by applicants would attract extra charges Error in completion and submission of forms during the process of application would lead to loss of application processing for the academic session (e.g. selecting M. Tech instead of PGD or Ph.D.) Candidates cannot transfer unsuccessful application from one programme to another Statement of result of four years and above cannot be used for admission (candidates should obtain certificate from relevant examination body) Applicants are no longer required to present O’level results for Postgraduate admissions. All applicants are reminded that Application Form and Acceptance Fee are non-refundable. OPENING AND CLOSING DATES FOR APPLICATION Application Forms will be available for completion for Six Weeks beginning from Tuesday, 26th September, 2017 and closes on Monday, 6th November, 2017. Signed Mr R. A. Arifalo Registrar

FUTA 2016/2017 2nd Semester Academic Calendar Reviewed

This is to inform all undergraduate and Postgraduate students of Federal University Of Technology, Akure that the management has released the reviewed second semester academic calendar for 2016/2017 session. Senate, at its Special Meeting held on Monday, 25th September, 2017, reviewed the Academic Calendar for Second Semester, 2016/2017 academic session as follows: UNDERGRADUATE 2016/2017 SECOND SEMESTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR REVIEWED Sunday 4th June 2017 Arrival Date for all students Monday 5th June 2017  Registration Commences Friday 9th June 2017 Registration Ends Monday 12th June 2017  Lectures Commence (Late Registration Commences) Friday 16th June 2017 Late Registration Ends Thursday 27th & Friday 28th July 2017 Mid-Semester Break Tuesday 26th September 2017 Lectures Resume Friday 20th October 2017 Lectures End Monday 23rd October 2017 Revision Week Monday 30th October 2017 Second Semester Examinations Commence Saturday 18th November 2017  Second Semester Examinations End Saturday 25th November 2017 End of 2016/2017 Academic Session POSTGRADUATE 2016/2017 SECOND SEMESTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR REVIEWED Tuesday 26th September 2017 Second Semester Lectures Resume Friday 3rd November 2017 Second Semester Lectures End Monday 13th November 2017  Second Semester Examinations Commence Friday 24th November 2017 Second Semester Examinations End Saturday 25th November 2017 End of 2016/2017 Academic session J. O. Esho Ag. Director, Academic Affairs for: Registrar

FUNAI 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Test Results Released

This is to inform the general public, especially candidates that participated in the Federal University Ndufu- Alike Ikwo (FUNAI), Ebonyi State that the management has released the 2017/2018 Post UTME Screening Test results. Candidates should note that the result of the test does not amount to having gained admission into the University as there are other requisite conditions. To access the result,candidates are expected to pay One Thousand Naira (N1,000.00) only, by following the steps below: HOW TO CHECK YOUR POST-UTME SCREENING TEST RESULTS  1. Click on “ ADMISSIONS” 2. Click on “ Check PUTME Screening Result ” 3. Enter your “JAMB Registration Number” 4. Select your payment option: BankIT (Card payment ) or Generate invoice 5. Generate invoice from the portal Proceed to any bank for your payment 6. Proceed to any bank with your etranzact invoice number to pay 7. Return to the portal and enter your “Etranzact PIN” 8. Proceed to check your PUTME screening result. Finally, candidates should beware of fraudsters. The University has not authorized any person(s) to collect money from candidates for admission. Any money paid to individuals in that regard is at the giver’s risk. The University would not be held liable for it. PLEASE, BE WARNED!

I’m Jealous Of The Current Set Of Players, Says Jay Jay Okocha

Austin Okocha, former Super Eagles skipper, says he is jealous of the current set of players. Okocha, who was once African football’s most expensive player, said this in an interview with CNN Sports. Fondly referred to as JJ, the skilful player said he felt glad being among the best during his active soccer days. Okocha, who retired from football in 2008. “I am jealous of the players now. But it’s always good to know you were amongst the best during your time and that’s all you can hope for,” he said. “I don’t look at what the market is today because that was our mission — to get football to another level — to open doors for the next generation. It gives me a lot of joy to see where football is now.” The 44-year old also revealed that he would love to play with the world’s most expensive player Neymar at Paris Saint-Germain. Okocha had a stint with PSG during his soccer career. “It would be an honour to be in the same dressing room as a player like Neymar. “It would be in my interest to have great players around me because, if you’re playing with good players, it makes your job a lot easier. “He had a good life in Barcelona, playing with a good team. But then he realised he wants to achieve more, he wants to be his own person and for him to achieve that, he has to move. “Luckily for him, he moved to a very formidable team — a team that is so ambitious — and also trying to get to the next level. It’s a perfect move for him.”

‘I’m Tired Of Fans Criticising Me’- Real Madrid Star Cristiano Ronaldo

Real Madrid forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, has hit back at his critics and expressed surprise that he continually has to prove himself to the fans. Ronaldo silenced his critics after stepping up again with a double for the Blancos. The Portuguese scored twice to help Madrid secure a 3-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday. The 32-year-old’s domestic return has not gone as planned as he is unable to net in two La Liga games since retun from suspension. But the Portugal captain said he is getting tired of the constant criticism as he had already proven himself. He told Atresmedia after netting his 400th goal for Madrid, “It seems that I have to keep showing exactly who I am in every match. “I am surprised by what the public thinks of me, my numbers speak for themselves, I am an exemplary professional and I always have a clear mind. “The criticism is getting worse.” Ronaldo said the team stepped up which led to the winning at Dortmund for the first time. He added, “Before the game we spoke about how much we wanted to win in Dortmund. “We did what the coach told us, the team has been phenomenal, creating opportunities and it isn’t easy to score three goals here. “We played well.”

Atletico Madrid Players Train Ahead Of Champions League Clash Against Chelsea (Photos)

Antoine Griezmann has trained with his Atletico Madrid team-mates ahead of their Champions League clash with Chelsea as their new Wanda Metropolitano home prepares to make its European bow on Wednesday. The Atletico Madrid players seemed keen not to exert too much energy ahead of the tie as they took part in a light training session on Tuesday afternoon. Diego Simeone’s squad were pictured gathering round in a circle to work on some stretching exercises before moving on to some balancing and passing techniques as Griezmann and Angel Correa stood on top of a stepper and volleyed the ball back to their partners. Atletico have already won both the games they’ve played at their new stunning 67,000 capacity stadium and Simeone will be eager to improve on that record against the Blues as he looks to make it a fortress, just as they had done at the Vicente Calderon. See more photos below:-

Agitators Must Abide By Nigeria’s Constitution – Saraki

Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has advised all agitators in the country to pursue their interest through constitutional means. The Federal lawmakers which have been away for their annual recess for seven-week resumed plenary session on Tuesday. After a three-hour closed-door meeting during which they discussed some national issues, Saraki said part of the resolutions reached by the Senate is that the Unity of Nigeria not negotiable and all forms of agitation should be channeled through constitutional means. “The unity of Nigeria is non-negotiable. We are all fully committed to the territorial integrity of our country. The Senate will seek all possible avenues to make sure that peace is restored in all parts of Nigeria. “Finally the Senate hereby advise that all groups seeking to pursue any agitation should do so through constitutional means.” Saraki said the unity of Nigeria is the responsibility of all Nigerians and members of the country must jointly condemn in strongest possible terms all forms of violence. “Distinguished colleagues, a house divided against itself will not stand. More than ever before, we must stand for the unity in the visibility of our country. We must condemn in strongest possible terms all forms of violence as a form of engagement. “The constitution and the law has laid down tools and procedures for us to pursue our interest as all democratic nations do.” During the plenary that followed, the Senate also considered a motion on the inadequate releases of funds for the capital component of the 2017 appropriation act.

INEC Serves Melaye With Recall Notice, As Senator Locks Out Bailiff

Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) this morning at the National Assembly in Abuja formally served Senator Dino Melaye (Kogi West constituency) the notice of his recall instituted by his constituents. The INEC legal team and court bailiff arrived at Melaye’s Room 213 office at about 11:00 a.m. with four bags containing petitions from the various local governments involved. But the office was under lock and key, as the staff, having got wind of the visit, had quickly scurried away. As of the time of filing this story, the documents had been left in front of the office, as the INEC officials could not get in. But while they were waiting, a group of Melaye loyalists arrived and started to query and challenge those who had dropped the bags, a situation that nearly resulted in fisticuffs. Meanwhile, the Senate was in a plenary session while the bailiff and other officials from INEC laid siege at the lobby of the National Assembly waiting for the Senator to come out of the chamber to enable them to serve him in person. Speaking to journalists at the weekend, the controversial senator claimed that the window provided by the constitution for the service of the recall petition on him had elapsed. “I would not be seen to be breaching the law,” he said. The senator’s stance comes despite the fact that it was the suit he filed at the court that eventually led to INEC suspending the recall process before the Federal High Court asked that it be continued.

APC Showing Signs Of Sickness, Says Former Osun Assembly Majority Leader

A former Majority Leader of the Osun State House of Assembly, Wahab Olatoye, has described the recent verbal war between Professor Itse Sagay, Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC), and the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as sign that the party is seriously ill. Mr. Olatoye, in a press statement, said the APC needs to be quickly rescued if an electoral disaster in the 2019 general elections is to be averted. “The scathing statements against the leadership of the party by Professor Itse Sagay, to a large extent reflects the view of many Nigerians. The assertion by Professor Sagay that the APC leadership is made up of unprincipled characters and ‘rogue elephants that go about destroying what they should otherwise protect’ is on point,” said Mr. Olatoye. Given that the party campaigned on an agenda of change, the former legislator said it was surprising that the APC opened its doors to discredited politicians for financial gains. That action, he explained, is the reason for the party’s derailment, a situation symptomized by a lack of synergy between the APC and the government it is running. “The APC has become a shadow of itself and has alienated most of its founding members and early joiners who, in 2014, were of the view that a responsible platform for national rebirth had arrived. The party has become a herd of sheep, whose shepherd is asleep or has gone astray going by the fact that no organ of the party ever meets to deliberate on party or national issues,” he said. This, he added, has resulted in gross indiscipline among members. The politician said the situation in the APC is more pathetic because its members are still in the grip of delirium since the electoral victory of 2015, while the ousted Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has started rebuilding. He warned that the APC might discover in 2019 that it is ill-prepared for contest against a resurgent PDP. “The task before all those who love the party, is to move without delay, if possible, to arrest the prevailing leadership incompetence, confusion and intimacy with unbridled corruption which has estranged the original stakeholders of the party, and rendered the latter impotent,” he stated.

Unpaid salaries: Kogi workers beg President Buhari for alms

Workers in Kogi have appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to rescue them from their current hardship resulting from non-payment of their salaries, by sending them food, drugs and other materials. The workers made the appeal on Wednesday in Lokoja in a statement jointly issued by the state chapters of the NLC, TUC and the Joint Public Service Negotiating Council (JPSNC). Messrs Olakunle Faniyi, Kolawole James and Isah Abubakar, Secretaries of NLC, TUC and JPSNC respectively, signed the statement which was circulated to media houses. According to them, Buhari should direct the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other humanitarian agencies to supply them food and the relief materials. The civil servants said they were being owed between 11 and 21 months salaries and that the situation had adversely affected them and their families. They urged the presidency to consider the condition of their children who had been sent out of schools because they could no longer pay their school fees. “The situation of workers in the state is worse than the condition of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in various camps. “The agony of the workers is not in any way less than the experiences of victims of natural disasters. ”A situation where workers cannot afford even one meal a day and pay the school fees of their children is already a humanitarian issue. “As it stands today, over 30 per cent of the workforce is owed 21 months salaries. ”Twenty (20) per cent have unpaid salaries of between 11 and 18 months while about 45 per cent took their salaries up till June this year. ”These are the category of workers the Kogi State Government is forcing to embrace the ‘clock-in, clock-out’ work policy,” they said. The civil servants also implored the indigenes of the state at home and abroad to show concern and assist in whatever form they could. Workers in the state had on Sept. 22 embarked upon an indefinite strike to press home their demand for payment of their salary arrears. Contacted, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, a media aide to Gov. Yahaya Bello, said that government had yet to enter into negotiation with labour over the demand. The Director General, Media and Publicity, said this was because the signatories to the strike notice were unknown to government. Fanwo faulted labour’s claim on salary arrears, saying that they were out to misinform the public for selfish reasons. He urged workers to disregard the labour’s directive to go on strike but continue to go to work.

Cameroon sends Nigerians packing

Cameroon has deported 100,000 Nigerian refugees in the hope of stemming the spread of terrorist group Boko Haram, Human Rights Watch (HWR) said on Wednesday. The group said in its new report that the deportation defied a plea by UN refugee agency to not return anyone to north-eastern Nigeria, where Boko Haram killed thousands of people, until security and human rights situation improved considerably.” The HRW report noted that the deported people were likely to face new violence, displacement and destitution. The group, which investigates allegations of human rights abuses worldwide, says the report is based on interviews with more than 60 refugees. It added that soldiers tortured, assaulted and sexually exploited Nigerian asylum seekers and denied them access to the UN refugee agency. The rights group claimed Cameroon deported, often violently, tens of thousands of the refugees since early 2015. “The Cameroonian military torture and abuse of Nigerian refugees seems to be driven by an arbitrary decision to punish them for Boko Haram attacks in Cameroon and to discourage Nigerians from seeking asylum,” said HRW Associate Refugee Director, Gerry Simpson. Boko Haram had posed steady threat to communities in north-east Nigeria and launched offensives in neighbouring Cameroon, Chad and Niger. The group’s goal is to enforce strict interpretation of Islamic law, known as sharia. Since 2009, tens of thousands of people have died in the hands of Sunni fundamentalists in the region. According to the UN, an estimated 2.7 million people fled their homes due to Boko Haram.

I’m Now A Born Again Politician – Former Senate President, Mantu

Top chieftain of the main opposition party in Nigeria, Mantu has urged the party to redirect its affairs towards serving the people well. A former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ibrahim Mantu, has pronounced himself as a born-again politician. Mantu said whatever he now says is the truth and urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party to believe him. Mantu spoke at the ongoing declaration by Prof. Tunde Adeniran to lead the party as its national chairman ahead of the party’s convention slated for December 9 in Abuja. The former deputy Senate president said he had fasted for 30 days during which he said God told him that party must pick Adeniran. He said, “I’m now born again, whatever I say now is the truth. “Some people came to the PDP with nothing and left with billions. We need to bring the party to the people now. We need to be sober and apologise for what we have done wrong in the past. “After fasting and prayer, I fasted for 30 days and night asking God to show me who would lead the party. God showed me Adeniran. “Let’s now look forward and made sure that we elect a credible chairman. We should make sure that nobody shortchanged us at the national convention.”

Nigeria To Pull Out Of 90 World Organisations

Federal Executive Council led by President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday, mandated a committee to come up with recommendations as it bids to pull out of 90 world organizations. According to Channels TV, the Federal Government has decided to pull Nigeria out of 90 world organisations. As part of plans for the country’s exit from the organisations, the Federal Executive Council has mandated a committee to come up with and present recommendations to it for ratification. The decision is as a result of the financial implications of the country’s membership of the organisations. The country currently owes the organisations over $100million and its failure to meet the obligations has caused the country embarrassment. Details later…