Breaking: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) suspends strike (UPDATED)

Reporter: Duru Victor

The organised labour (ASUU included) has suspended the ongoing strike with effect from today, Sunday.

National President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Ayuba Wabba announced this while briefing journalists at the Labour House Abuja. Wabba said that the organised labour has gotten firm commitment from the government and  that  October the 4th and 5th has been fixed for the Tripartite committee on minimum wage.

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ASUU STRIKE UPDATE: ASUU rejects proposed hiking of university students fees to 350k and 500k respectively

 According to a reliable source, it has been revealed that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has rejected the hiking of school fees of university students as proposed by Dr Wale Babalakin, the chief government negotiator in the ASUU/Federal Government renegotiation exercise.

Prof. Lawan Abubakar, the Bauchi Zonal Coordinator of the Union made the disclosure at a press conference in Jos, the Plateau State capital.

Abubakar said, “One of the major issues our union wishes to bring to public domain is the wild idea of sharing the cost of education between the government and parents proposed by Dr. Wale Babalakin. This idea of sharing the cost of education since government alone cannot fund education, and that parents need to pay for it too.

“He proposed a minimum of N350, 000 as tuition fee for undergraduate students of Arts and Humanities, and N500, 000, for those in Sciences.

“Our union rejected the proposal based on the fact that the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria clearly states that funding education is the sole responsibility of Governments at various levels and not parents,” he maintained.

He added, “In his response, he proposed the idea of an Education Bank, where students will obtain a loan of N1 million each, every session to pay the tuition fee and sustain themselves.

“However, our union also rejected the idea of Education Bank, because for one, not all the students will have access to loan, and for those who will access the loan, it is the same parents who served as sureties, and subsequently pay back the loan, considering the very high rate of unemployment in the country.

Recall that the ASUU joined the NLC in an organized union warning strike to press home their demands. The warning strike will elapse on the 4th of October while negotiations are still ongoing between the FG and organised labour.

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IMSU Graduate In Pain, Needs 6Million For Treatment

Imsu Elijah 

A serving corper and graduate of Imo State University Owerri is currently undergoing pains and distress over a deadly disease.

The serving corper identified as Mr. Prosper Emmanuel fondly called Spero, an indigene of Ikeduru LGA, Imo State who graduated recently and still serving his father land in the compulsory 1 year NYSC at Bayelsa state, has been diagnosed of a brain malformation which needs urgent treatment. 

A source told us that Mr. Emmanuel fondly called Spero was suffering from a serious brain malformation that has lasted for a long time now due to lack of sufficient fund for appropriate medical treatment but grew worst on 21st July, a day after he unveiled his Upcoming fashion brand (Spero Koncepts) in a show titled "ROYAL RECEPTION" held in IICC, Owerri, when he slumped and was rushed to the hospital. 

He is currently unconscious at UPTH, Port Harcourt and we are crying out to the general public to help save his life which requires an urgent Surgery costing 6 MILLION NAIRA to bring him to normalcy.

Any amount can go a long way. For your kind assistance and verifications, contact

His mother - 08038861518

His father - 08038168802

His Aunty - 08037197346

For more verification,

His IG: sperokoncepts

His Fb: Emmanuel Prosper

Or directly assist him with his mother's account number

2003176092

BANK UBA.

acct name: Irene Emmanuel

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IMSU: Belief-Shaking Remarks From University Chief Librarian

The distinguished former state commissioner for petroleum and chief Librarian, Imo state university, Professor Okee Okoro have above all board, stood the belief of all and sundry, applauding the dexterity and technical know-how of IMSU formost union leader and one time PRO nominee, Elijah Madubuihe (Imsu Elijah) and his team. 

Professor okee gave the commendation to the glory of God recently during an inspection tour after returning from his one year sabbatical holiday. He maintained that having gone through the archieves of information published in the past and present by Elijah Madubuihe, he can make bold to say that his a "role model whose work is worthy of emulation".

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JUPEB 2018/2019 admission list has been released

JUPEB 2018/2019 ADMISSION LIST HAS BEEN RELEASED

Click HERE to download the full .pdf List...

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IMSU: Lost And Found Identity Card Of Student

A lost and found Identity card belonging to one Miss Cynthia Erigbara of Political Science Department, Imo state university with the matriculation number 14/26507 have been communicated to Imsu Elijah. The misplaced item was reportedly dropped at Oil mill, Eleme junction Rivers State in manner of an unfortunate incident.

Anyone who knows her or how to locate her should kindly contact Vincent - 09039026956, as soon as possible.

Thanks and God Bless you.

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IMSU student boards "one chance", escapes death

Reporter: IMSU HOT FM


An Imo Star couldn't stop giving God gratitude as he narrowly escaped what would have been a very unfortunate ending.

The student of Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) of the faculty of education (name and department withheld) boarded what is popularly referred to as "a one chance" bus on his way to IMSU from World Bank two days ago (Wednesday), some minutes before noon.

While in the bus, a conversation ensued between him and two other men in the bus. He in the course of the convo reportedly lost consciousness.

According to the Imo Star  all he remembered was that his phone (and password details) were requested from him which he provided (unconsciously). He also gave out his ATM with the card pin as requested by the men in the bus.

He however regained consciousness after he was dropped off.

When asked by our reporter about the identity of the bus, the victim could not provide this info.

Fortunately for the student, his account hasn't been tampered with as of time he initiated blocking of the account.

Road users are admonished to be vigilant and careful before boarding any bus, cab or taxi.

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Just In: ASUU IMSU Joins NLC Nation-wide Warning Strike

Imsu Elijah 

The Imo State University chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has joined the ongoing nationwide strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to press home the delay in fixing a new minimum wage for their workers. 

Engr. Dr Luke Uzoigwe, Chairman of the chapter, said on Thursday that the move followed their resolution. He said "Yes, ASUU joined in the ongoing NLC strike, we're returning at the expiration of 7days".

Meanwhile, prospective students who participated in Imo State University Post-UTME Admission screening exercise for 2018/2019 can now check if their names where among those uploaded on Jamb Portal via the central admission processing system (CAPS).

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IMSU Best Comedian Wins 300k In Another State-Wide Comedy Contest

Imsu Elijah

Just one year after winning the IMSU best comedian Award, Augustine Egu popularly known as Mc ChinekeBoy a student of Imo State University has already won yet another statewide comedy contest. Mc ChinekeBoy is clearly on a winning streak having also won the 2018 Aba got talent competition with a whooping sum of Three Hundred Thousand Naira.

Mc ChinekeBoy topped a list of over 300 jokes, compiled by a panel of comedy critics, and then voted on by members of the public, who did not know the identity of the comedians

During an interview, the 300L statistics student and I discussed what he plans to do with the 300k, how he felt about his championship and more.

Enjoy the interview and don’t forget Imo Media and Entertainers Summit is slated Oct. 4th.

As regards to your landslide victory.. Were you surprised that you won?

I didn't see it coming but I think its part of God's Promises in my life.

I guess it's kind of hard for you to judge how you did compared to the other comedians, right?

Well, yes.... Because I saw and met good comedians there... But I was prepared knowing that all of them did. As well.

A lot of the comedians I know, as soon as they finish a set, they immediately think of a word they missed or a botched transition from one joke to the next or something else they think went wrong. Did you have that in your head or were you pretty pleased with your set in the finals?

I was shocked, their performances were better than other days bcos it started since Feb./March.... so i was tensed... But I was so confident... mm yeah

That's so interesting... On a final note, what do you intend doing with the cash prize?

Getting my video camera which I already booked 2 weeks ago with faith.... A little give away to my fans and buckle up with business and my Comedy skit shooting..

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Major Infrastructural Shake-up Ongoing As IMSU prepares for 2018/2019 Academic Session (See photos)

Reporter: Duru Victor

The management of Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) has began infrastructural  and renovative  shake-up across the university as IMSU prepares for the commencement of the 2018/2019 academic session.

Major buildings and structures affected by this new development include the Education Trust Fund (ETF) 1 building (popularly known as Old ETF), the Theatre Arts building amongst others.

In a related development, ongoing renovation can also be seen in some  Faculty of Business Administration structures including FBA Extension Hall 2.

See photos below..

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HULT PRIZE COMES TO FUTO, OWERRI.

HULT PRIZE COMES TO FUTO, Owerri

Hult Prize – the world’s largest students’ competition for the creation of new ideas for social businesses which based in Boston | San Francisco | London | Dubai | Shanghai, comes to our campus: Federal University of Technology, Owerri.

This brilliant bold feat was made possible after one of our own, a 500 level student
of Information Management Technology –  Ibiam Chimezie was selected a Campus Director by the Foundation in London, thereby putting FUTO on the global students’ map.

Beaming with smiles, he believes that his fellow FUTOites has all it takes and
urges them to come all out to participate to win this year’s Hult Prize, as full time
awareness campaigns are in top gear in and around the University community to
hosting this annual event, which awards USD 1Million in start-up seed funding.

This event, in partnership with the United Nations is looking for the top team(s)
be it BSc, MSc or PhD from this intra-campus event that develops the most radical
and breakthrough idea to solve one of our world’s toughest social challenges, and that will automatically advance to compete in one of 15 regional Finals happening
around the world next March.

The winning team from each host city will then move onto a Summer Business Accelerator, where participants will receive mentorship, advisory and strategic planning as they create prototypes and set-up to launch their new social business.
A final round of competition will be hosted in September 2019 at the United Nations Headquarters, New York, where the winning team will be awarded the $1,000,000 Prize. (360Million Naira).

About the Hult Prize Foundation and Hult Prize at FUTO:

Learn more or Visit: www.hultprize.org

Also, kindly Contact/Like Us:
www.facebook.com/hultprizeatfuto

Join the Whatsapp group chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/7RR2X9BicUBA4oCkiQPh5y

Call/WhatsApp: 08135806373

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IMSU Names Prof. Uchenna Martins New Dean Of Student Affairs Among Other Recent Appointments.

Imsu Elijah

A new dean has been appointed to take over the Students Affairs Division, Imo state university. The new dean, Prof. Martins Uchenna takes over from Prof. Anthony N. Okere, whose tenure has expired.

The new dean of Students, Prof Martins before now has served as the Head of Department History and International studies in the faculty of humanities, IMSU and also a member of the pioneering set of the Department.

Among other endless list of new appointments include Prof. Anthony O. Onama as new Dean for Faculty of Education, succeeding Prof. (Mrs.) G. G Agulanna.

Rev. Dr. Nwadiaru (former ASUU Chairman, IMSU) as new sociology Head of department in the faculty of Social Science, taking over from Prof. Agnes Osita Njoku among others.

With this recent appointment, there're strong indications that a fresh date for the next students' union republic is expected to be announced soon.

We wish Prof. Uchenna Martins and others a successful tenure as Dean, Students Affairs Division, IMSU. 

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Campus Celebrity: "...Making it to the finals wasn't what I imagined..." - Miss Ezewuzie Ozioma Lucy, MBGI 2018 TOP MODEL

Correspondent: Duru Victor


The Most Beautiful Girl in Imo State (MBGI) 2018 Pageant  may have come and gone, however many still relive those awesome moments they took away from one of the most followed contest in Imo State, same with the pageant's stars.

And recently, Infoscope Media caught with one of the stars and winners of the contest in person of the MBGI 2018 Top Model,Miss Ezewuzie Ozioma Lucy.

The Imo Star beauty shared her experience at the contest with Infoscope Media in an interview.

Aside her dream of being a great educationist, this beauty is no doubt brainy and ambitious. Enjoy the interview below.

Question:  What is your name and department; What is unique about you?
Answer: My name is Ezewuzie Ozioma Lucy. I'm in the Education and English department, Faculty of  Education, Imo State University, Owerri. I'm unique because i value my self on being an optimistic person, I always try to find the positives in situations.


Question: What came to your mind when you heard about the MBGI Pageant? Did you envision yourself making it to the finals?
Answer:  I considered the pageant and thought it'll be a starting point for me since modelling is my passion but making it to the finals wasn't what i imagined. I was startled when i was announced the MBGI 2ND RUNNER UP (Smiles).


 Question: What's your greatest challenge during the contest and how did you overcome it?
Answer:My greatest challenge during the contest was the camp activities and also having to study for exams in the camp.

Question: Where you at any point made to do what you detested or disliked? If yes, enunciate
Answer: No!
I liked everything i was made to do because in one way or the other, i learnt a lot (Smiles again).

Question: What was the most important thing you learnt?
Answer:  I'm an introvert but i learnt how to stay, accept and associate with people of different characters. That's the most important thing i learnt.

Question: What was your parents/guardians reaction to your participation in the contest?
Answer: My parents gave me positive vibes.
There was no form of discouragement from them at all.


Question: What are Miss Lucy's aspirations?
Answer: : I aspire to grow, earn money, and be a great educationist.


Question: Who's your role model and what's your favourite sport?
Answer: My role model is Samantha Ubani (Imo State queen 2014)
My favorite sport is discus.

Question: What can you never be caught doing?
Answer:  I can never be caught stealing and fighting in public.

 Question: What's next for you after MBGI pageant?
Answer: To accomplish my projects and then contest for other pageants.

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IMSU 300L Female Student Dies In Auto Crash While Traveling Home - Burial Slated Saturday Sep. 8

Students from Library and Information science department, Imo state University have been thrown into a state of mourning following the death of Miss. Glory Amadi, a third year student of the department. Glory Amadi who hails from Nwangele LGA in Imo died in a road accident on her way to Lagos where the family resides.

According to statement released by Nwangele Students Association Imo State University Chapter where the late student was said to be an executive member, her remains would be laid to rest at her home town in Nwangele, Imo State on Saturday September 8.

Similarly, her departmental President Mr. Ijezie Uchenna and course representative Mr. Lucky Emeri verified the Incident.

The statement reads; 

“With deep regrets, I announce the sudden loss of our dedicated member by name Amadi Glory Chidiebere our treasurer in Nwangele student association, Imo state university chapter, who passed away on the 31st of Aug 2018 as a result of an accident. She is a 300L student of Library and information science, from umuezealaeke Amaudara Abajah Nwangele L.G.A. Burial is on 8th of September 2018”.

May the soul of the faithful departed rest in perfect peace, Amen.

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An Open Disclaimer To Scammers Struggling To Find Their Way

A fake account posted an information on Facebook saying that the school admission list is out. The real and authentic 'Imsu Elijah' have come out to distance self from that post with the warning that the public should not accept any message or request coming from that account. 

He wrote 

"My attention have been drawn to a purported post on Facebook being circulated with a fake profile that the school admission/merit list is out. The information is not only false but coming from a swindler with bad motives who cloned my Facebook name and picture trying to sabotage my effort over the years in maintaining a well informed atmosphere. 

The said post lacks merit and doesn't command the strong and detailed words my posts are known for over time. 

I have raised alarm more than twice earlier before now where I dissociated myself and pointed clearly that I have absolutely nothing to do with that account. Why would someone create a fake account with my name and picture trying to mock and swing the ball against my tide remains the unanswered question bordering my mind since last year when the account was discovered and disclaimed. The person in question immediately blocked me on Facebook when he discovered my moves to unmask him.

 
The general public should disregard any message coming from that fake account and always verify the authenticity of all information from the official website www.imsugist. com 
I rephrase again that I have absolutely nothing to do with the cloned account. My real handle remains @Imsu Elijah. Always visit our official website www.imsugist. com to verify any information. 

The general public is warned. Please friends help me also report the account to Facebook. Thanks

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IMSU SUG 16th Republic Director of Information (DOI), Channels, is +1 today

Reporter: Duru Victor

The immediate past Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) Students Union Government (SUG), 16th Republic Director of Information, Comr. Godwin Joseph Desmond, popularly known as Channels  is a year older today.

The mark of a true visionary is his ability to imagine the future and act on it, yielding great results in the process and then using this success for the benefit of others and there's no better way to celebrate such a great leader who has wrought his way to the hearts of Imo Stars and beyond with his awesomeness and leadership than to compile a list of things that make this individual unique -of course with permission from the celebrant to Infoscope Media.

Top 10 unique things about Comr. Godwin Joseph Desmond (pka Channels)

1. He is a farmer - Few would have expected this to top the list but it is true. Channels is a farmer and a Swineherd at that. What this means is that he owns and runs a pig farm. Unique, isn't it?

2. He is a model and a comrade - Now this great personality is multi-talented. Aside being a model, he is a charastic fellow in the Aluta struggle - I.e he is a comrade. In his modelling career, he was the 2017 Ambassador of the Mr Universe Imo Contest and has a rich political C.V.

Let me let you in on the C.V:

Comr. Channels has the following positions under his belt -

• *He is a one time Estate Management Students Association (EMSA), IMSU Chapter, Director of Information 
• *Faculty of Environmental Science Students Association (FESSA), IMSU Chapter, Director of Information
• *Ezinne Rebecca Hostel, IMSU, Director of Socials
• *National Union of Imo State Students (NUISS) Deputy Minister of Information (MOI)
• *IMSU SUG 16th Republic Director of Information
• *Former NEMSA Director of Logistics and Transport
• *NEMSA South East Cordinator
• *Former NEMSA PRO
• *Current NUISS Minister of Information
• *Former FESSA Presidential aspirant
• *Ezinne Rebecca Hostel, IMSU, President

3. The Imo citizen is a finalist (500 level) of the department of Estate Management Students Association (EMSA), under Faculty of Environmental Science Students Association (FESSA), IMSU.

4. The Imo star is a stylist little wonder he is an entertainment blogger

5. He is a cook.

6. As earlier stated, he is an indigene of Imo State, Nigeria.

7. He is 6ft 3" tall - a pretty good height for a model no doubt.

8. He is arguably the tallest comrade in IMSU (I stand to be corrected).

9. He definitely is a good speaker and is a member of the "just give us seven minutes" group. If you said the IMSU Debating Union (IDU) you are not incorrect.

10. This has got to be the best and reassuring of it all, I mean for someone with such an intimidating profile - He is fun to be with and jovial.

We, at Infoscope Media, wish you a prosperous and fruitful year ahead.

You can connect with Channels on the IG @channelsimsu and FB @channelsimsu.

Happy birthday comrade!

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