The Management of the University of Jos has claimed that it has allocated 50% of the total budget for the accreditation of the dentistry programme in the university. The spokesperson for UNIJOS, Abdullahi Abdullahi, confirmed to TheMiddlebelt Reporters that there is currently an engagement between the University Administration, the Medical and Dental Council, the Dental Faculty, and students to arrive at the best way forward. Mr Abdullahi stated that over a Hundred Million Naira has been invested in preparing for the accreditation exercise, underscoring the administration’s commitment to ensuring the quality of education provided to our students, adding that the Dentistry programme at the university had been in operation for seven years before the current university administration taking office. “An official statement will be made in this regard immediately after the interaction. There are too many misleading reports going round so I want to be very precise when responding” Abdullahi said. On the shortage of staff, Mr Abdullahi said the university has recruited lecturers that are being paid from the University’s IGR since processes for employment through IPPIS are not forthcoming for now. “There are many other measures being taken which I’ll avail you whenever the official statement is ready.” He added Students from the Faculty of Dental Science at the University of Jos took to the streets on recently, protesting the delayed accreditation of their programmes by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria. Bearing placards with messages like “Unijos is careless over students’ future,” “We deserve better, merge Unijos Dental students,” and “Depression wan kill us, save us please,” the students stormed the university’s permanent site at the Naraguta campus. “We are tired of paying school fees without progress,” read another placard, reflecting the frustration of students who claim that in the faculty’s nine years of existence, not a single graduating set has been produced. Students who identified as Ernest Luke said Since 2021, dentistry students have not taken any exams beyond pathology and pharmacology, adding that the department is facing a shortage of staff thereby relying on guest lecturers. “We don’t have enough staff in the department. No facilities. No test, no exams” Luke lamented. In February, the Plateau State Government donated over 13 dental chairs worth almost ₦50 million to the university’s faculty of dental sciences. While receiving the donation from Governor Caleb Mutfwang. Tanko said the equipment fulfilled a key requirement for the dentistry programme accreditation, potentially ensuring the timely graduation of pioneer dentistry students. The MDCN requires universities to provide qualified staff, support personnel, functional facilities, and a detailed curriculum to obtain a five-year dentistry program accreditation, with an additional fee of roughly ₦4 million.
Year: 2024
Recall that the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Adoza Bello was declared wanted by EFCC on Thursday, April 18, 2024 in regards alleged money laundering.
In an effort to develop the health sector and industrialize the state, the Benue state government has signed a memorandum of understanding with Shanghai Haitian Hospital and Sinoki Systems Limited in the areas of Health and energy development.
The presentation ceremony, held at the command headquarters in Lokoja, was presided over by the Commissioner of Police in the State, Bethrand Onuoha, acting on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.
The warning comes in response to reports of harassment directed at motorists, especially vehicles carrying palliatives for the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)
Tanko had been accused of diverting three hundred and fifty-five million naira (N355,000,000.00) to different private accounts.
After analyzing all available records, the claim stating that GWR has confirmed Benue-born Chef Tartenger Victor as the current holder of the longest cooking marathon for an individual is…
The Governor of Benue State and Secretary to the government of the federation have reportedly reconciled their political differences after a meeting with the Tiv Traditional Council (TTC), on Monday. The reconciliation took place on Monday after a cold war between the supporters of the two individuals had lasted for the past six months a situation that has also brewed the crisis of the rulling political party in the state. The conflict hit a peark with the recent inauguration of a factional APC State Executive Council by the governor, a development that saw the police stepping in to take over the APC State Secretariat to forestall violence. Worried by the worsening crisis, the Tiv paramount ruler, Prof. James Ayatse, and the TTC invited the duo to discuss the differences. Prof Ayatse, while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the meeting yesterday, said that the duo agreed to reconcile their differences. “The two leaders have agreed to put aside their political differences and work for the progress of Benue. “Today, I called the Governor of Benue, Rev Fr Alia, and the SGF, Sen George Akume, to discuss with them because of reports that we have received about conflicts between them. “We have spoken with them. They have told us the issues. We discussed the issues and agreed together. “They agreed to bury their differences and work together as a team for the good of the people. “So, all the past differences have been put aside and now we have a fresh start. We shall work together in unity, in cooperation, and in agreement for the progress and development of Benue. “The leaders have made a commitment to keep to their word and ensure that there is peace and unity between them going forward.” He said the SGF and the governor understood the weight of making an undertaking before the fathers of the land and shall, God willing, abide by their words. “Yes, they made a commitment. They shook hands and embraced one another. They have promised to work as a team. “We are happy with the resolutions they took themselves and we believe they have shown commitment. We are their fathers in the land; our blessings have a lot of importance in their activities. “So, to make such a commitment in the presence of the traditional rulers of the land is very weighty. We do believe that they will adhere to the resolutions that we have reached today,” he said It was reported that Barnabas Gemade was Gov Alia’s witness during the reconciliation meeting, and Michael Aondoakaa, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, was Mr Akume’s witness. The two officials the SGF and the Governor declined to respond to questions from the press. (NAN)
The Women Environmental Programme (WEP) Nigeria, a non-governmental organization in Benue State has equipped over 100 farmers with vital skills that will further bolster food production and tackle climate change in the state. The Deputy Director of WEP Nigeria, John Baaki, explained the primary objective of the training initiative. He noted the necessity of empowering farmers, particularly those in vulnerable circumstances, to utilize indigenous materials such as neem seeds and local soap to fabricate organic agricultural inputs. The training, aptly named ‘Actions to Combat Climate Threats in Nigeria,’ spanned two intensive days. It formed part of WEP Nigeria’s ongoing endeavors in the communities of Adaka and Apir, both situated in the Makurdi local government area, and was funded by Christian Aid. Baaki emphasized the imperative nature of the program in light of the pervasive effects of climate change, both globally and locally. He stressed the organization’s commitment to assisting vulnerable populations in adapting to the evolving environmental landscape. The training sessions were targeted at a diverse demographic, encompassing women, men, and youths. This inclusive approach ensures that knowledge dissemination extends beyond the immediate participants, reaching broader communities untouched by the project’s direct outreach. Through comprehensive training sessions, these farmers have been adeptly educated on harnessing local resources to create biofertilizers, pesticides, and other organic farming essentials. It will further fortify food security within the state by promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
In a bid to restore order, the petitioners’ lawyer, Pius Akubo, SAN, requested an adjournment, which the tribunal granted, scheduling the continuation of the hearing for April 1st.
