The Vice Chancellor of Atiba University, Oyo, Professor Sunday Okeniyi, has enjoined the newly employed staff of the institution to develop the spirit of teamwork, respect, and discipline, which are the hallmarks of every successful institution.

Okeniyi disclosed this during the orientation programme for the newly employed staff of the institution.

While welcoming the newly employed staff, he also congratulated them on their successful appointment into the fast-rising institution. “Your joining us today is not by chance, but by merit, commitment, and the will of God. Atiba University is a citadel of learning and character formation, envisioned to nurture and produce men and women of excellence, integrity, and service. By becoming part of this family, you are now co-builders of this noble vision.”

The V-C said the orientation programme was a deliberate initiative of the management to formally integrate the new staff into the University system. “It is designed to give you a clear understanding of our mission, vision, core values, rules, and operational culture. Our goal is not just for you to work here, but for you to thrive, contribute meaningfully, and leave an indelible mark on the growth and transformation of this University.”

He explained that the university places a premium on academic excellence, innovative research, moral uprightness, and community development. These values define the identity and are the standards the staff must all uphold in their respective assignments—whether as academic staff shaping young minds or as non-teaching staff providing essential support services that make our work possible.

While admitting much needed to be done, Okeniyi said the institution has recorded remarkable progress within a short time. “The future we envision—a future of global competitiveness, leadership in innovation and knowledge, and impact within and beyond Nigeria—requires the collective commitment of every member of staff. That includes you. Your dedication, creativity, and professionalism are needed to propel us forward,” he said.

Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned the gruesome murder of five worshippers during an early morning prayer in Yandoto village, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
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Speaking via his 𝕏 account, he insisted that the killers should be wiped out, adding that there should be no room for discussions or negotiations.

Fani-Kayode asserted that the killers are terrorists not bandits and described their actions as an act of war.

He wrote: “These are not bandits. Pls stop calling them bandits. They are bloodthirsty killers and terrorists and every single one of them should be wiped off the face of the earth.

“If our people cannot worship God in peace then we have nothing. No negotiation, no discussion, no ransom payments, no rehabilitation.

“This is WAR. Kill every single one of them, wipe out their blood line and decimate their communities and abodes. There is no place on earth for those that slaughter innocent civilians.”

Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has accused Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of failing to address the escalating banditry crisis in the state.

Naija News reports that a deadly attack occurred on Sunday in Oke-Ode, Ifelodun Local Government Area, which left several residents and vigilante members dead.

Speaking via a statement on Monday, the Publicity Secretary of the party, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, described the massacre as “a despicable and senseless act.”

He blamed the governor for the insecurity situation in the state, noting that it is a monumental leadership failure.

Adewara said, “The gruesome videos of the casualties circulating online make it look like Kwara is now at war. Under AbdulRahman’s watch, terror is reigning, kidnappers are taking over rural villages, and nowhere is safe again.”

The opposition party faulted AbdulRazaq’s alleged silence and absence from the affected community, insisting that a responsible leader should have personally visited Oke-Ode to commiserate with victims’ families and give assurances of decisive action.

It further accused the governor of neglecting local vigilantes and security personnel “battling criminals in the bush,” while diverting funds to “footballers and entertainers outside the state.”

The PDP’s criticism comes amid rising concern in Kwara North, where repeated bandit attacks have forced residents to abandon farms, schools, and businesses.

Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele of the IESC Worldwide said ministers serving under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration are “deceiving him”

Ayodele insinuated that Tinubu would not pay attention to well-intentioned people around him

Ayodele claimed that President Donald Trump of the United States is plotting to use Goodluck Jonathan to democratically remove President Tinubu from office

“Tinubu does not have ministers. All his ministers are deceiving him. It is what they want to eat and what will benefit them that they are after. But the old baba (sic) does not see this. All the good people that surround Tinubu, the ministers will begin to stand up against them. Tinubu, be careful.”

Meanwhile, the outspoken cleric also prophesied about the possibility of former President Goodluck Jonathan contesting in the 2027 election.

‘GEJ’, as Jonathan is fondly called, served as Nigeria’s president under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from 2010 to 2015 before he was defeated by the then All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Muhammadu Buhari (of blessed memory).

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state, in August, said Jonathan was among those being considered by the PDP for the party’s 2027 presidential ticket.

Apart from Mohammed, the chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, other party chieftains have hinted that the former president would likely become the party’s flagbearer in the 2027 presidential election.

But commenting on the speculation, Ayodele claimed that President Donald Trump of the United States (US) is planning to use Jonathan, against President Tinubu.

His word: “As a matter of fact, Jonathan will come out. But he should seek the face of God if he wants to come out, because I hope he does not regret it.

“He has made up his mind (to contest) because one person is supporting him, which is Donald Trump, and some Northerners.”