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OOU Notice to All 2016 Batch ‘B’ Prospective Corpers

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OOU Notice to All 2016 Batch ‘B’ Prospective Corpers The Directorate of Students Affairs of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago Iwoye, wishes to inform all graduates/prospective corps members (PCM), whose results were approved by Senate and who filled the OOU Premoblization form online, that online registration of prospective corp members on the NYSC website holds between OCTOBER 17 and NOVEMBER 12, 2016. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NYSC WEBSITE IS www.nysc.gov.ng. Mobilization of prospective corpers is STRICTLY AN ONLINE AFFAIR. They should therefore visit any cybercafé of their choice to do this. In addition, prospective corpers should strictly follow all instruction concerning the online registration on the NSYC website. NO MOBILIZATION WOULD BE DONE IN THE DIRECTORATE OF STUDENTS AFFAIRS. PLEASE DISREGARD ANY INFORMATION THAT ASKS PROSPECTIVE CORP MEMBERS TO PAY ANY AMOUNT AT THE DIRECTORATE OF STUDENTS AFFAIRS. FOR FURTHER ENQUIRIES PLEASE CALL ANY OF THESE OFFICERS

UNN Academic Calendar for 2016/2017 Session

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The authorities of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) have released the proposed academic calendar for the 2016/2017 academic session. UNN ACADEMIC CALENDAR. UNN 1ST SEMESTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR. SEPTEMBER 2016 THURSDAY 22  -ARRIVAL OF FRESHMEN/PROVISION OF ACCOMMODATION MONDAY 26  – REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR FRESHMEN THURSDAY 29  – ARRIVAL OF OLD STUDENTS/PROVISION OF ACCOMMODATION.   OCTOBER 2016 TUESDAY 4  – REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR OLD STUDENTS/LECTURES BEGINS TUESDAY   04   –   SUNDAY   09  – FOUNDERS DAY CEREMONIES WEDNESDAY   5  – ORIENTATION OF FRESHMEN BEGINS FRIDAY   7  – ORIENTATION OF FRESHMEN ENDS FRIDAY   14  – REGISTRATION ENDS FOR OLD STUDENTS MONDAY   17  – LATE REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR OLD STUDENTS FRIDAY   28  – LATE REGISTRATION ENDS FOR OLD STUDENTS. NOVEMBER 2016 TUESDAY 01  – LECTURES CONTINUE FRIDAY 18  – REGISTRATION ENDS FOR FRESHMEN SATURDAY 19  – MATRICULATION CEREMONY. DECEMBER 2016 WEDNESDAY 01  – LECTURES CONTINUE WEDNESDAY 21  – LECTURES

OAU ENGLISH STUDENTS LAMENT OVER RESULT

According to oaupeeps, It was toward the eventide of the 16th September - Thursday that one of the core courses at the department of English Language at the Faculty of Arts, EGL 204 result was released for her students to check. The result was overly poor for almost all of them. A correspondent of OAU Peeps News Agency was able to gather from a Student (whose name would not be disclosed) that the results were quite inconsistent. According to Dupe(not real name), at first, she checked and saw that she was 'given' 24 in total, over 100 marks. Another affected student lamented, "how can I score below 20 over all!" And Tolu (not real name) explained that he believed he merited and expected much than what was given him. Our correspondent also learnt that after the first upload, few left for the department to lodge complaints, they were made to understand it was due to some terrible error which would be rectified in no time. However after the alleged correction, it ws said

KWASU Supplementary Admission Screening Exercise 2016/2017 Announced

This is to invite all UTME/DE candidates in the underlisted categories to apply for the supplementary Post-UTME Screening/Test for 2016/2017 admission exercise: a. Those interested in admission into KWASU but did not take part in the first screening exercise; and b. Those who took part in the first screening exercise but scored below 40%. All candidates must have five (5) O’ Level credits in relevant subjects at not more than two sittings. Candidates awaiting O’Level results can also apply for the Post-UTME Screening Test but will not be considered for admission until their results are available. The screening/test is scheduled to hold as follows: Date: Monday 26th September – Thursday 30th September, 2016. Venue: KWASU Sango Office, Ilorin Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm daily. Candidates are advised to adhere strictly to the time scheduled for their Post-UTME Screening/Test. They are also required to come along to the screening/test venue with unused scratch card(s) for their O’level resul

THESE TIMES

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My people, we are in this country,  together and you and I truly know that things are not going well. People have complained and many are still complaining, however, there is only one solution which is JESUS CHRIST.  Only Him can save and help us. HAPPY SUNDAY.

How Nigerians can cope with the current economic recession

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The news in Nigeria of late has been filled with many words, but one that scares everyone most is the word: Recession. There have been rumors that the Nigerian economy was facing a rapid downturn over a long time, but right now, those rumors have graduated into fact. Recession in Nigeria has affected foodstuff prices The prices of foodstuff, of staples and other things Nigerians use from day to day have skyrocketed. The panic is spreading slowly as people are finding it difficult to afford food and other important things. How though can families and individuals pull through this economic recession successfully? 1. Budget During this recession, it is vital to spend wisely. One key way to do that is to have a budget. Whether as a family or an individual that lives alone, a budget needs to be created for food, drinks, clothes, internet, recharge cards and so on. The budget should not only be created, but should be adhered to. Setting a fixed amount for each need

FG should improve living conditions in Niger Delta – U.S.

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The United States has identified dialogue and practical efforts in the development of the Niger Delta, as veritable means to resolve the security and other related challenges of the region. The Deputy Head of Mission of the United States Embassy in Nigeria, Ambassador David Young, stated this during a courtesy call on Bayelsa State Governor, Henry Seriake Dickson in Government House, Yenagoa on Wednesday. The Envoy, who is visiting Bayelsa for the first time, implored the Federal Government to put in place measures that would improve the living conditions of the Niger Delta people. While calling on all stakeholders to embrace dialogue, as part of the process of resolving the crisis in the region, Young observed that successive governments in the country have been making efforts to achieve the best possible means to deploy the wealth generated from the Niger Delta to impact on the lives of the people. According to him, the US government was ready to partner with Nig

Neymar strikes as Brazil sink Colombia

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Neymar scored the winning goal as Brazil defeated Colombia 2-1 to maintain their 2018 World Cup qualifying resurgence on Tuesday. Barcelona superstar Neymar swept home a 74th-minute strike at Manaus’s Arena Amazonia to settle a pulsating encounter between the two rivals. It was a sweet victory for Neymar, who has unhappy memories from recent encounters with Colombia. The 24-year-old suffered a tournament-ending injury against Colombia during Brazil’s ill-fated 2014 World Cup campaign. A year later Neymar was sent off in a stormy battle between the two sides at the 2015 Copa America in Chile, and subsequently banned for four matches. Neymar’s second-half winner came after Brazil had taken the lead in the second minute through Inter Milan defender Miranda, heading home his first ever international goal on his 31st birthday. But Colombia fought back and forced an equaliser when Marquinhos headed into his home net nine minutes before half-time. The win saw Braz

Buhari mourns Michael Ibru

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President Muhammadu Buhari has extended condolences to the family of Michael Ibru, who passed away on Tuesday, aged 85. President Buhari equally commiserated with the government and people of Delta State and the Urhobos in particular on the passage of their illustrious son and patriarch of the Ibru family. “The President joins them in mourning an accomplished businessman whose edifying role in the corporate world and private sector in Nigeria would continue to inspire generations to come,” a statement signed by presidential spokesperson, Femi Adesina, said Wednesday. “President Buhari believes that Michael Ibru will be long remembered for his hardwork and dedication to entrepreneurship, which opened doors of opportunities to many Nigerians and associates who came in contact with his investments in the banking, aviation, tourism and manufacturing sectors. “The President urges members of his family and all who mourn Olorogun Ibru to honour his memory by constan

Radio Station MD suspends staff for playing song about Kwankwaso

Director of Radio Kano, Hajiya Sa’adatu Babaji has reportedly suspended the station’s Head of Librarians, Alhaji Habibu Musa Gwangwazo for playing a song praising former Governor » , Dr Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso. A query was also issued to an announcer, identified as Furera Umar, who was on duty at the time the song was played, Daily Trust reports. “To be sincere, we are in a serious dilemma in this station. The suspended staff is our chief librarian and his offense was that he chooses a song in which the former governor of the state Dr. Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso was praised,” a source said. Kwankwaso has been under apparent attack from the state due to an alleged fallout between him and successor, Abdullahi Ganduje . The former governor’s residence was, on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, sealed off by police officers who claimed that they had been given orders to stop a proposed mass wedding on the premises. “We have directed our men to seal the residence, following an int

VINDICATED? GEJ STEALS SHOW

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In a dramatic twist, journalists and photojournalists assigned to report President Muhammadu Buhari's engagements 'abandoned' him for his predecessor, Goodluck Jonathan » . Ex-president Jonathan, former heads of state, Abdusalami Abubakar , and Ernest Shonekan were at the Villa today, September 7, 2016 for President Buhari's first Council of State Meeting. The council comprises all former presidents and heads of states, as well as vice president, governors, Senate president and House of Representative speaker. President meeting which is currently ongoing is being chaired by President Buhari. Jonathan stole the show as journalists and photographers turned their attention on him. This is the first time Jonathan is attending the Council of State meeting since he handed to President Buhari on May 29, 2015. Today’s meeting is expected to ratify the appointment of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Ibrahim Idris. The Council would also consider poss

RECESSION MIGHT CONTINUE TILL 2020

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Prominent lawyer » , Dr Olisa Agbakoba has said that Nigeria might be in recession till 2020 if the Federal Government doesn’t take urgent steps to resolve the situation. Agbakoba also urged the FG to take hold of the banking sector and exert more regulatory control. The lawyer made the comments while speaking to journalists in Lagos on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. “We must spend our way out of recession. When you go to the hospital and the doctor says you’re anaemic, only one thing is done – transfusion. So, how can the government present an austerity programme?” he said. “The government must be clear as to what policy it wants to pursue. There is only one way out of recession and it is massive bouncing. You have to bounce the economy. Niger Delta is crying for money, South-East is crying for money, we all know that South- West is crying for money, so, you have public works to spend money on. “You will be surprised if there’s a situation where Julius Berger and

FG declares Monday, Tuesday public holidays

The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday, September 12 and September 13 as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Kabir. The Minister of Interior, Retired Lt.- Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the acting Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Muhammadu Maccido. He enjoined all Muslims and Nigerians in general to support and join hands with President Muhammadu Buhari in his sustained efforts to diversify the economy and progressively accelerate the pace of economic recovery. The minister said that government was aware of the current economic challenges the nation was facing. He assured that that appropriate steps were being taken to address the challenges. The minister said that the Federal Government was working to revitalise the agriculture sector and the “Youth Empowerment Scheme” in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). He said that other areas of priority to g

Super Eagles must be in form

Nigeria technical adviser, Gernot Rohr wants his top players to be in superb form ahead commencement of the 2018 Fifa World Cup qualifiers. The tactician began his Super Eagles reign on a winning note with a 1-0 victory against Tanzania in Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The three-time African kings begin their World Cup qualifying campaign with an away clash versus Zambia on October 8, and the former Burkina Faso handler desires his key players to be in good form in their quest to secure a ticket for Russia. “We will need all our best players to be at their very best. We had a good list for the Tanzania match but a couple of players were injured and we will like to look at those ones as well,” Rohr told the NFF website. “The focus is to strengthen the spine of the team and ensure they can beat any team. The confidence has not been there because the team failed to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, but when results start to come, the confidence

2017 / 2018 Africa Scholarships For Postgraduate And Undergraduate Studies At Macquarie University

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  The Macquarie University, Australia through its Country Scholarships is offering the 2017/2018 Africa Scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate African Students. Eligibility - Applicants must be Africans - Applicants must have applied or applying for a Post graduate or Undergraduate Program at Macquarie University. - Applicants must have good academic background. Application Process You don't need to apply directly to be considered for a country scholarship. Applicants who meet the criteria will be automatically advised of their eligibility in their Macquarie University course offer letter. For details on how to apply for this scholarship click on the links below. Undergraduate Application Page Postgraduate Application Page Application Deadline The application deadlines for this scholarship are as follows: 31st January 2017 for Session 1 intake (February) 30th June 2017 for Session 2 intake (July). For more information visit the offici