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UNIJOS Management recognizes and honours deserving members of the University Community in commemoration of Workers Day celebration

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2 years ago

May 1, 2024

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UNIJOS Management recognizes and honours deserving members of the University Community in commemoration of Workers Day celebration

The Management of the University of Jos, under the leadership of Prof Tanko Ishaya has recognized and rewarded staff and students of the university for outstanding performance in the discharge of their duties and for their innovation within the university as part of the Annual Vice Chancellor’s Award.

This was conveyed in a statement personally signed by the Vice Chancellor to commemorate the 2024 Workers Day Celebration. According to the Vice Chancellor the initiative was to reward the best performing members of the University community during the course of the year.

Part of the statement states that “To commence this initiative, we have tried to comb through our records and a few names (who received letters of commendations from Management) have been earmarked for the awards. Although there might have been others who have performed credibly well, we cannot claim that we captured everyone who deserves to be recognized.”

“We assure you that in the future, we will take a more robust approach to gathering more information with a clear and transparent criteria to be used in capturing those who deserve to be recognized.”

“The spirit and motive behind this are two-fold. First is for the motivation of our workforce. This is to galvanize our members to put in their best in all their endeavours. Let it be known that there is a reward for hard work and dedication. The second aspect is to engender excellence and to raise the bar for professionalism. Without a doubt, we believe that the quest for excellence would not only reflect on our members, but it would also churn out more productivity.”

The statement identified staff and students of the university who were found to be deserving of recognition.

“The following are members of the University community who have excelled in their respective duties and fields:

i. Thomas Monday (P. 7863) Office Assistant – commendation for aiding the arrest of a thief

ii. Sekyen Emmanuel (P. 8010) Office Assistant – commendation for aiding the arrest of a thief

iii. Duamlong Ben Lutna’an Graduate of the Department of Fine and Applied Arts Best and oldest graduating student with CPGA of 4.32 in the 2020/2021 academic session at the age of 69

iv. Professor Christopher Goson Piwuna Dean of Student Affairs – commendation for stabilizing Management and students’ relations during several impasses and introduction of innovation in process of Students Union Government (SUG) Elections

v. Dr. Mary Jane Sule Department of Computer Science – Outstanding Research: Barriers in Science

vi. Dr. Musa Makhu Department of Music – commendation for his creativity in composing the UNIJOS Anthem

vii. Dr. Salamatu Jidda Fada Department of Geography – Honorary Doctorate Degree in Public Distinction by University of Bangor.

viii. Dr. Longwap Abdulazis Saleh Department of Chemical Pathology – Best Overall Part II candidate in Chemical Pathology.

ix. Mr. Solomon Tangni Agama Acting Chief Security Officer – commendation for stabilizing and Management and students’ relations during several impasses

x. Student in Engineering – commendation for their innovation of constructing a car

1. Duru Chiononso Cynthia

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2. Allison Wisdom Ikenna

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3. Morgan Dan Mangai

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4. Oke Olaosebikan Blessing

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5. Jamo Jeremiah James

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6. Kyonev Austin A.

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7. Johnson Nimzing Paul

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The Vice Chancellor on behalf of Management and the entire University community conveyed their hearty congratulations to these worthy individuals who have made the University proud by being exemplary, committed and dedicated to their obligations to the University.”

“It is hoped that this initiative will spur others to put in their best and all their endeavours. As we carry out our duties and responsibilities, be assured that your efforts are noted and at the appropriate time, you will be rewarded.” the statement added.

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30 days after, teacher lies beheaded, Oyo schoolchildren languish as Tinubu, Makinde chase presidential ambition

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June 15, 2026

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A month after the mass abduction of 46 Oyo schoolchildren and teachers by terrorists on May 15 and the decapitation of a teacher, the captives remain in the forest despite military claims and political promises from President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde.

The terrorists kidnapped the students and staffers after invading schools in the Esienle and Yawota communities in Orire local council in Oyo state.

Days after the abduction, one of the teachers, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded by the terrorists, pressuring the government to meet their demands for the release of the abductees.

On May 19, four days after the abduction, the Defence Headquarters, in a statement by its spokesperson, Michael Onoja, said, “Troops are currently deployed and actively operating within the forest in pursuit of the perpetrators and in search of the abducted victims.”

“Troops made contact with the criminal elements two days ago, have since reorganised, and are continuing the search and pursuit operations with full determination.”

The military and the government cited collateral damage as a reason for not taking out the terrorists.

While the schoolchildren and their teachers languish in captivity, Messrs Tinubu and Makinde have been engaging in electioneering as they chase their presidential dreams, both emerging as their party’s candidates for the 2027 election.

On May 31, Mr Makinde visited the hostages’ communities, promising their families the safe return of those abducted.

“This is not the time to start trading blame on who should be responsible for the release of these children between the state and federal government. This is just the time to come together to rescue our children and their teachers, Mr Makinde told the families of abductees. “All I need is your cooperation. Please trust us. I cannot speak much because it has security implications. I know your hearts are bleeding. My heart is also bleeding. Please trust us. We will secure their release.”

Similarly, a delegation representing Mr Tinubu, led by his chief of staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, visited the families and made a similar promise.

In a video released by the terrorists, Rachael Alamu, one of the hostages and the principal of Community High School Esinele, begged Messrs Tinubu and Makinde to negotiate with the terrorists to secure their release.

Meanwhile, the Oyo State House of Assembly has opposed negotiating with the terrorists.

Debo Ogundoyin, the speaker of the assembly, said the state would not pay ransom, give weapons to terrorists or change laws to accommodate the kidnappers.

Several protests have followed the government’s failure to rescue the hostages.

Amid public outrage and discontent, many Nigerians protested across several states, including Oyo, Lagos, Ogun, Bayelsa, Plateau and the Federal Capital Territory, demanding the immediate rescue of the hostages.

In his Democracy Day speech on June 12, Mr Tinubu said, “Though this year’s mood is dampened by the abduction of our children in Oyo and Borno, we remain hopeful for their safe return. Democracy without security is not solid enough.”

The president urged terrorists and bandits across the country to lay down their arms or face the wrath of his administration.

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Plateau Teachers Protest Abduction of Oyo School Pupils, Demand Swift Rescue

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June 8, 2026

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The Plateau State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has joined its counterparts across the country in protesting the abduction of pupils and teachers from a primary school in Oyo State.

Hundreds of teachers staged a demonstration in Jos, the Plateau State capital, carrying placards and banners to express their anger over the continued captivity of the victims several weeks after the incident.

The protesters called on the Federal Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the immediate and safe release of the abducted pupils and teachers, stressing that schools must remain safe spaces for learning.

They also expressed concern over the growing trend of school-related abductions in parts of the country, warning that such incidents could discourage parents from sending their children to school if not urgently addressed.

The union urged authorities to strengthen security around educational institutions and ensure the safe return of all victims still in captivity.