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NYSC: Thirty-Three corps members to repeat service in Osun State

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The Osun State National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Coordinator, Agbor Ndoma Obim has revealed that 14 members of the scheme who absconded will repeat the service as prescribed in the Act and Bye-laws of the NYSC, while also revealing that 19 corps members had their service year extended by the NYSC Board due to the lackadaisical attitude they portrayed during their service year.

Obim made this known on Thursday during the low key passing out ceremony for members of the NYSC 2022 Batch B Stream 2 deployed to the state for the mandatory one year national service.

The Osun NYSC boss disclosed that 2184 corps members were successfully disengaged from the scheme.

According to him, “A total of 2184 were successfully disengaged and 19 Corps Members were sanctioned by the Board due to the lackadaisical attitude portrayed during their service year which attracted an extension of service.

“14 members who absconded were billed to repeat the service as prescribed in the Act and Bye-laws of the Scheme.”

He appreciated the corps members for being undaunted, humble and unwavering since the beginning of the service year till the joyful moment.

“I enjoin the Corps Members to put to good use the training received while navigating through the four phases of the service year.

“I charge you to embrace hard work and industry leveraging on the various skills acquired during in-camp and post camp skills acquisition and entrepreneurship development classes,” he said.

The State Coordinator implored the members to cherish the friendships and relationship bonds formed during the service year and continue to be their brothers’ keeper as they step into the larger society.

He charged them to shun all forms of corruption and social vices which only results in a setback for the nation and the perpetrator as well.

He encouraged the Corps Members to continue to be good ambassadors of the nation, their families and the Scheme.

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BREAKING: ASUU announces nationwide strike

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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has directed its members nationwide to begin an indefinite strike over the federal government’s delay in paying June 2025 salaries.

According to reports, this decision, which enforces the union’s “No Pay, No Work” policy, has already taken effect in several universities.

Branches of ASUU at the University of Jos and University of Abuja have withdrawn their services, with members suspending academic duties and meetings.

The strike is in line with a National Executive Council (NEC) resolution that mandates withdrawal of service if salaries are not paid within three days of a new month.

ASUU President, Professor Chris Piwuna, confirmed that the directive was necessary due to persistent salary delays and hardship faced by members.

He noted that the switch from the Integrated Personnel Payroll and Information System (IPPIS) to the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS) has worsened the situation, leaving lecturers unpaid for days after the month ends.

He explained that despite meetings with key government officials including the Minister of Education and the Accountant General, no solution has been provided.

According to Piwuna, the delay is not due to any technical problem with the payment platform but appears to be a deliberate move by some officials.

The union is also calling on the federal government to immediately release the outstanding N10 billion balance from the N50 billion meant for Earned Academic Allowances (EAA), warning that further delay may spark another phase of industrial action.

At the University of Jos, the branch chairman, Jurbe Molwus, confirmed that the congress backed the NEC resolution, leading to a halt in lectures and other statutory duties.

A strike monitoring team has been activated to ensure compliance.At the University of Abuja, members have also stopped work in protest.

ASUU declared the only way to end the ongoing disruption is for the government to stop delaying salaries and fulfil its obligations to university staff.

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Keyamo tells Mbah: “Do not let Enugu Air go the way of Nigerian Airways”

“Beyond party line, we should not be afraid to say it. You have a progressive spirit, you’ve done well for Enugu State, and you’re one of the best performing governors.”

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The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, on Monday urged the Enugu State Government to ensure that Enugu Air is run professionally and shielded from political interference and bureaucratic inefficiency.

Keyamo also hailed Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah as one of the best-performing governors in the country, despite belonging to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Speaking during the inauguration of Enugu Air in the state capital, Keyamo commended Mbah’s leadership style and development strides.

“I want to mirror what the president said the other day to commission project. Dr Peter Mbah, you’re in PDP, but we’re scared of you.

The way you’re going, we don’t know what will happen, and we don’t know how to drop a scheme to defeat you, but we will be planning,” Keyamo said.

“Beyond party line, we should not be afraid to say it. You have a progressive spirit, you’ve done well for Enugu State, and you’re one of the best performing governors.”

“What is left to advise is, do not let Enugu Air go the way of Nigerian Airways. Run it professionally and do not let bureaucracy kill Enugu Air. Be prompt in your departure and arrival.”

The airline will begin operations with a fleet of three Embraer jets from the E170 and E190 series, selected for their operational efficiency, passenger comfort, and suitability for regional routes.

Its inaugural routes will form a strategic triangular network connecting Enugu, Abuja, and Lagos. Plans are also underway to expand services to Port Harcourt, Owerri, Benin, Kano, and other major cities across Nigeria and beyond.

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BREAKING NEWS : Enugu Air takes to the skies! It’s for the people – Mbah

Ohibaba.com gathered that Enugu Airline begins domestic flights with three aircrafts fleet connecting Enugu, Abuja and Lagos …

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Enugu launches its air fleet, Enugu Air, on Monday 7 July 2025.

Ohibaba.com gathered that Enugu Airline begins domestic flights with three aircrafts fleet connecting Enugu, Abuja and Lagos and subsequently extending to Port-Harcourt, Owerri, Benin, Kano and other cities across Nigeria and beyond.

Speaking during the launch of the aircrafts, Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu declared that Enugu Air, the newly launched state-owned airline, is not a government initiative for prestige but a people-driven project aimed at empowering traders, students, investors, and everyday travellers.

Mbah emphasised that the airline was conceived to serve the real economic and mobility needs of the people.

He said, “Enugu Air does not belong to the government. It belongs to the people of Enugu State, the traders, students, investors, and travellers who will use it.”

He emphasized : “It belongs to the new generation who will look back and say, ‘That was when we chose to compete.’ So, let us not treat this as a mere ceremonial ribbon-cutting, but as the start of a new standard—a standard for infrastructure that serves the people, a standard for leadership that builds lasting institutions, not just temporary applause, and a standard for public-private cooperation that delivers real value.”

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