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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Saturday Morning, September 2

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Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

  1. President Bola Tinubu has removed Bashir Gwandu from his position as the executive vice-chairman and chief executive officer of NASENI.

  2. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, a 32-year-old tech innovator, has been appointed as Gwandu’s replacement.

  3. The announcement of this change was made by Ajuri Ngelale, the special adviser to the President on media and publicity.

  4. President Tinubu has taken decisive action in response to criticisms regarding nominations for the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) board.

  5. Victor Akinjo, initially nominated for the NDDC position, has been replaced by Otito Atikase, as directed by the President.

  6. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has initiated an inquiry into the House of Representatives’ ad hoc committee, which is investigating job racketeering and mismanagement in federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

  7. The ICPC launched the investigation following allegations of bribery involving the investigative panel.

  8. The National Universities Commission (NUC) has introduced a revamped curriculum for Nigerian universities, set to begin implementation in September 2023.

  9. The new curriculum, CCMAS, will constitute 70 percent of the educational framework, with universities having autonomy over the remaining 30 percent.

  10. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced a two-day warning strike for September 5th and 6th, 2023, in response to ongoing hardships and perceived government interference in union affairs.