BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu orders reopening of tertiary institutions

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered the reopening of tertiary institutions effective September 14.

“I am pleased to announce that our tertiary institution will be allowed to reopen from September 14, 2020, all our tertiary institutions,” the governor said during a briefing on Saturday at the State House, Marina.

Sad: Here Are The 4 Major Reasons The VC Of UNILAG Was Removed Today

The sad news of the Removal of The Vice Chancellor of University of Lagos (UNILAG), Professor Olawatoyin Ogundipe became one of the major news on the internet due to the nature and reasons why the able Vice chancilor was sacked. The VC has been sacked by the governing council of the institution.

From what we've gathered, His removal was announced during meeting of the Governing Council of the institution which held at the National Universities Commission (NUC) building in the federal capital territory Abuja today.

Also, The meeting that led to his removal was presided over by its Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Dr. Wale Babalakin (SAN) and there was a vote.

During the voting process, (7)Seven members voted for the removal of the Vice Chancellor. And (4) four voted against it. One of the members voted that he should rather be placed on suspension that sacking him.

As the matter is still hot, we've gathered from the Circular realeases and also from a reputable media source, Sahara reporters to be precise, that the Vice Chancellor of Lagos University was sacked for some reasons.

Some of these are:

1- Financial Recklessness

2- Gross Misconduct

3- Abuse Of Office

4- Prof Olawatoyin was also removed after investigations carried out by the Council allegedly found him guilty of serious acts of wrongdoings.

This was According to the circular which was signed by the Registrar and Secretary to Council, Oladejo Azeez.

This is the circular:

Russia Approves COVID-19 Vaccine. Putin's Daughter Vaccinated

Putin says Russia’s Health Ministry has approved world’s FIRST Covid-19 vaccine – his own daughter has been vaccinated

Vladimir Putin announced on Tuesday morning that Russia has registered the world's first vaccine against coronavirus. He says the vaccine is effective in forming immunity against the deadly pathogen which has spread globally.

“As far as I know, a vaccine against the coronavirus infection has been registered this morning (in Russia) for the first time in the world,” the President told members of the government. “I thank everyone who worked on the vaccine - it’s a very important moment for the whole world.

Putin insisted that vaccination in Russia should only be carried out on a voluntary basis, with nobody forced to accept immunization. He also revealed that one of his daughters has already been vaccinated.

With over 700,000 deaths attributed to the pandemic and over 20 million official cases internationally, the entire planet is crying out for a solution to the Covid-19 crisis. It is hoped the Russian vaccine will go into general circulation by January. In the meantime, front-line health workers and the medically vulnerable will be given priority, according to the Health Ministry.

Putin asked Health Minister Mikhail Murashko to provide more detailed information about the plans for immunization. "I know that it works rather effectively, forms a stable immunity, and, I repeat, it passed all the necessary inspections," the President added.

Last week, the Health Minister himself stated that initial clinical trials of the vaccine developed by the Gamelei Research Center in Moscow had been completed.

Putin said that his daughter had a slight temperature after taking part in trials, but that it quickly went away. "One of my daughters got the vaccine. In this sense, she took part in the experiment. After the first vaccination, she had a temperature of 38, the next day - 37 and that was all."

FG gives update on reopening of Universities

The Federal Government has said universities in the country can resume classes once they have put the necessary COVID-19 guidelines in place.

The statement was made by, Suleiman Yusuf, the deputy executive secretary of academics for the National Universities Commission (NUC), at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, August 4, Premium Times reported.

NUC says it is working with universities to discuss preparations that should be in place before reopening.

He said the commission is working with universities to discuss preparations that should be in place before reopening of the tertiary institutions.

Another official of the NUC, Abubakar Rasheed, who serves as the executive secretary of the commission stated that the agency is already collecting data from universities to assess their preparedness to resume academic activities.

He also disclosed that the NUC is trying to mediate with the Academic Staff Union of Universities’ (ASUU) to resolve the strike by university lecturers.

Meanwhile, the Federal Government has disclosed that it has begun disinfecting  Unity schools as students head back to classes.

Mohammed Mahmood Abubakar, the Minister of Environment, speaking in Kaduna said that the decontamination is in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education, Daily Trust reported.

He revealed that this will be done immediately after the Eid-el-Kabir break, adding that personnel will be mounting surveillance in some of the exam centers.

The Environment Minister stated that the disinfection will begin with federal government colleges and then schools that will host the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).

According to Abubakar, the ministries have put in place a sustainable system that will protect the health of learners and their caregivers at all educational levels.

While urging parents to ensure that their wards are properly kitted with face masks during the examination, the minister reassured them of the safety and well-being of the students.

Lagos State Government reopens Worship centers, Bars, Clubs stay closed

Lagos state government reopens worship centers August 7, restaurants to open for in-dining services from August 14

The Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the reopening of worship centers in the state beginning from Friday, August 7.

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced this at a press briefing today August 1.

While mosques will be reopened next week Friday August 7, the governor said churches will follow suit on Sunday, August 9. He said religious leaders must make available hand sanitizers, thermometer guns, adding that the state government will ensure that social distancing is maintained.

“Places of worship in Lagos will now be opened from Friday, the 7th of August for our Muslim worshippers, and on Sunday, the 9th of August for our Christian worshippers. We will only be allowing a maximum of 50% of their capacity” he said

He said night vigils and other services are still suspended. Citizens above 65 years old are to stay at home. He said handshakes, hugs and ''hi-fives'' are banned during services. The Governor has also increased public gatherings capacity from 20 to 50 people.

The governor also announced that restaurants will resume eat-in services in the state beginning from August 14. Social clubs and recreational centers would be allowed to reopen beginning from August 14.

He said along with the Federal government directive, schools in the state will reopen for exit classes beginning from August 3.

The governor said Night clubs, cinemas, game houses, and spas in the state are to remain shut.

Ondo reopens public, private schools

The Ondo state government has approved the resumption of both public and private secondary schools from August 4th, 2020 for the purpose of writing SSCE by affected students.

The government in a circular announced at the weekend through the ministry of Education, Science and Technology gave conditions for the reopening of schools.

As a way of preventing the spread of the COVID-l9 pandemic among the students, the following conditions must be satisfied by schools:

(i) Schools are to open From 8 am to 2 pm, Mondays to Fridays.

(ii) Disinfection and fumigation of all facilities must be carried out at least a week before resumption.

(iii) Hand washing spots should be provided, to guarantee regular washing of hands by learners and teachers.

The circular reads; “Sequel to the release of a comprehensive schedule for the conduct of the various National Examinations by the Federal Government after the series of meetings with the Chief Executives of examination bodies in the country, the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Ondo State wishes to notify you about the approval to re-open all the public and private secondary schools in the State on 4" August, 2020, for the students in SSS 3 class only for the purpose of writing the Senior School Certificate Examinations (WAEC and NECO). Please note that the approved dates for the conduct of the examinations are as stated below: 

(i) WAEC SSCE : 17th August till 18th September. 2020

(ii) NECO SSCE : 5th October till 18th November, 2020.