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We have Arrested 32 Suspects over Ondo Communal Clash — Police

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The Police Command in Ondo State says it has arrested 32 suspects over the communal clash that claimed two lives on Sunday in Iwaro area of Akoko South-East Local Government of the state.

CSP Funmilayo Odunlami, the Command’s Spokesperson, who said this on Tuesday in Akure.

“Yes, 32 suspects have been arrested in the connection with the communal clash that occurred in Akoko area on Sunday.

“All the suspects are in our custody and investigation is on going to unravel the causes of the clash,” she said.

The communal clash occurred among the youths of Oka Odo, Ebo and Owake communities in Iwaro.

Two people were reportedly killed, with scores injured, and houses destroyed during the clash.

“The clash started on Jan. 12, 2025 when youths from Oka Odo went on a hunting expedition and were allegedly attacked by youths from Ebo.

“The Ebo youths were said to have mistaken them for individuals from Owake, with whom they have an unresolved land dispute.

“In retaliation, Oka Odo youths mobilised and invaded the Ebo community, leading to incidents of arson.

“The conflict led to casualties on both sides leading to the death of two persons (names and identities unknown), while the injured, are currently receiving treatment in the hospital,” the command spokesperson explained.

The Commissioner of Police, Wilfred Afolabi, had on Monday, while reacting to the incident, sued for peace in the affected communities. (NAN)

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NNPCL Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen Oil, Gas Stakeholder Collaboration

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Malam Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPCL), has reiterated the company’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with stakeholders in the oil and gas sector.

He said this on Monday at the ongoing Sub-Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC) in Lagos.

The theme of the conference is “Building Africa’s Future: Advancing Local Content and Sustainable Development in the Oil and Gas Industry”.

Kyari, who was represented by Mr Udobong Ntia, Executive Vice President (EVP) of NNPCL’s Upstream Division, Kyari emphasised the importance of timely investments and resilient energy systems for socio-economic development across Africa.

He assured attendees that NNPCL is focused on fostering collaboration, unlocking opportunities, and addressing challenges through shared goals.

He highlighted the conference’s significance in facilitating discussions on investment prospects, cooperation, and advancing common objectives for the region’s energy future, particularly regarding local content and sustainable growth.

According to him, the conference is a crucial platform for stakeholder engagement and opportunity identification.

Kyari showcased the progress of Nigeria’s gas export market, citing the ongoing NLNG Train 7 Project, which he added, would boost Nigeria’s LNG production capacity to 30 million tons per annum (MTPA).

He said the planned Nigerian-Morocco and Trans-Sahara Gas Pipeline projects would supply gas to neighbouring African countries and eventually to Europe, reinforcing Nigeria’s position as a major global energy player.

Kyari also emphasised the need to balance energy transition with energy security, stating that the oil and gas industry remains a significant component of the global energy mix and would continue to be crucial for the next 50 years.

NNPCL, according to Kyari, is focused on increasing production, developing gas infrastructure, expanding refining capacity, and driving sustainability initiatives.

“Energy demand is projected to rise globally, driven by Africa’s growing population.

“As part of our efforts to contribute to a cleaner energy future, Nigeria has declared the decade from 2021 to 2030 as the Decade of Gas, aiming to build a gas-powered economy,” Kyari said.

He said that NNPCL is making substantial investments in critical gas infrastructure, including the Ajaokuta-Abuja-Kano (AKK) gas pipeline and the OB3 gas interconnector, designed to facilitate five billion standard cubic feet per day (Bscf/d) of domestic gas utilization and five GW of power generation capacity.

Kyari further stressed Africa’s strategic advantage in meeting its energy needs and reducing reliance on energy imports.

He also underscored the importance of regional collaboration, innovation, and investment in energy efficiency, adding thqat it would be key to ensuring the continent’s long-term energy sustainability.

Earlier, Mr Wole Ogunsanya, Chairman of the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), expressed happiness in hosting the event, which brought together top industry experts from around the world.

Ogunsanya emphasised theÿĥ role the oil and gas sector plays in driving economic growth and energy security across the region.

He noted the association’s commitment to advancing Africa’s energy future through strategic partnerships and collaboration with governments and key stakeholders.

“PETAN has long advocated for deeper collaboration and innovative solutions to tackle the challenges facing Africa’s energy sector.

“We applaud the efforts of countries like South Africa, Egypt, and Morocco in advancing renewable energy, and we are optimistic about the continent’s potential to harness its vast natural energy resources,” he said.

Ogunsanya also highlighted the success of international partnerships, such as the new production sharing contracts (PSCs) signed by Panoro Energy in Equatorial Guinea and BW Energy in Gabo.

According to him, these partnerships are testaments to how global collaborations are driving energy development and creating new opportunities for exploration and production.

He said that as the conference continues, PETAN remained committed to addressing the gaps that had hindered Africa’s energy sector and would promote sustainable growth through greater collaboration.(NAN)

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Amend TETFUND Act to Include Private Universities, VC Urges FG

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Prof. Samuel Nzotta, the Vice-Chancellor,  Amadeus University, Amizi in Abia, has called for an amendment of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Act to include research grants to scholars in private universities.

Nzotta made the call during the university’s pre-matriculation media briefing on Thursday.

He said that the TETFUND intervention would help to ensure that private universities in the country fulfil their vision and mission.

“This will enhance staff development in private universities and ensure holistic research activities in the country generally.

“This shall be salutary to economic development of Nigeria,” Nzotta said.

He also called on public-spirited individuals in the state to assist the university with dedicated infrastructural projects to enhance its teaching, research and growth.

Nzotta described the institution as a world class, digital university, where research, innovation and a culture of excellence are emphasised.

He disclosed that the official opening and maiden matriculation ceremony would be graced by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.

According to him, Akpabio would perform the official unveiling of the university as the Special Guest of Honour, while Gov. Alex Otti would be the Guest of Honour.

Nzotta said that the 40 pioneer students admitted into the university for the 2024/2025 academic session would be formally admitted into the institution during the ceremony.

He said that the university commenced lectures in October 2024, following the approval of 19 programmes in four faculties by the National Universities Commission.

The approved faculties include Engineering, Science and Computing, Social and Management Sciences as well as Allied Health Sciences.

Nzotta also said that the university had accelerated the processes of establishing some collaborations with various universities in the country and internationally.

“This is in addition to some collaborations with research-based institutions and corporate bodies.

“The Founder and Proprietor, Dr Godwin Nwabunka, has provided an initial research fund of N10 million to kickstart research activities in the university,” the vice-chancellor said.

He further said that the university had established a modern and technologically advanced JAMB Computer Based Test Centre on campus to increase its visibility amongst prospective admission candidates. (NAN)

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NUT Declares Indefinite strike in 7 LGAs in Ebonyi over Unpaid Salaries

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The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Ebonyi State Wing has directed its members in seven Local Government Areas where months of salary areas are owed to embark on an indefinite strike.

The strike which commenced at noon on Thursday was announced in a statement signed by Mr Bassey Asuquo, State Secretary of the union in the state and made available to journalists on Thursday in Abakaliki.

The affected LGAs are Edda; Ebonyi, Ezza South, Ezza North, Ishielu, Ivo and Ohaukwu respectively.

The LGA chairmen of the affected councils were alleged to owe teachers four months salaries covering October, November, December and January respectively.

According to the statement, the union directed its members in the seven LGAs to down tools after negotiation with the relevant authorities in the affected councils failed to produce fruitful results.

Asuquo further noted that the declaration of the industrial action was done after due consultations with relevant organs of the union at the state and national levels.

The statement read in part; “Sequel to our earlier notice on mobilisation for industrial strike, we have thoroughly reviewed the compliance of Local Government Area chairmen regarding the clearance of our members salaries.

“As at the close of work on Wednesday, we acknowledge that some LGAs have cleared the backlog of salaries owed to our members.

“However, we regret to inform you that several chairmen of LGAs have failed to clear the backlog of our members outstanding salary arrears.

“In response to this non compliance therefore, we hereby declare indefinite strike action in the affected council areas which include; Edda, Ebonyi, Ezza North, Ezza South, Ishielu, Ivo and Ohaukwu LGAs respectively.

“All our state branch officers in the affected LGAs are instructed to adhere strictly to this directive and ensure the immediate enforcement of the strike action from 12am on Thursday, Feb 6.

“The failure of these LGAs chairmen to meet their obligations to our members is unacceptable and we will not relent until our demands are met.

“We call on all our members to remain steadfast and continue their support for the strike.”

Report says that there is 100 per cent compliance of teachers in to the industrial strike in all the schools visited in Ebonyi LGA in day one of the strike.

In some of the schools visited including Ezza High School, Ishieke; Presco Secondary School, Urban Model Secondary and Nnodo Secondary School all in Ebonyi LGA, teachers were seen discussing in groups while pupils and students were seen trekking back to their respect homes. (NAN)

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