Goodluck Jonathan President sympathizes with Kano residents over Mosque bombing

      President Goodluck Jonathan has extended messages of
condolence to the residents of the state and all who lost
loved ones in the blast while adding that the attack will be
fully investigated.

This was contained in a press statement released by

Jonathan’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Reuben

Abati . It reads:

President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan extends heartfelt

condolences to the people and Government of Kano State over

the heinous attack on the Central Mosque in Kano, earlier

today. He commiserates with all the families who lost their

loved ones.

The President calls on relief agencies and medical personnel to

deploy every possible effort to assist the injured, and the

general public to heed the call for the donation of blood by the

hospitals where the injured are being treated.

The President has further directed the security agencies to

launch a full-scale investigation and to leave no stone unturned

until all agents of terror undermining the right of every citizen to

life and dignity, are tracked down and brought to justice.

The President reaffirms that terrorism in all its forms and

manifestation is a despicable and unjustifiable threat to our

society. He reiterates the determination of the government to

continue to take every step to put an end to the reprehensible

acts of all groups and persons involved in acts of terrorism.

President Jonathan calls on all Nigerians not to despair in this

moment of great trial in our nation’s history but to remain

united to confront the common enemy.

The President is confident that no terrorist act against fellow

citizens will destroy the Nigerian spirit to remain positive,

resolute and united in the quest for lasting peace and security

in the country. He appeals to all Nigerians to remain vigilant

and cooperate actively with our security agencies to win the on-

going war against terror.

News From pulse 

OAU Students Protest Against Jonathan's Visit

Students of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) have
staged a peaceful protest on their campus against the
visit of President Goodluck Jonathan. They hauled
stones and sticks at the head of the country.

Hundreds of OAU students blockaded the road leading to
the school’s sports centre where the chopper wearing the
seal of the Federal Government and targeted Nigerian Air
Force, NAF-280, requesting that President Jonathan
should address them before departing the campus.

While Jonathan was leaving, some protesters continue to
aim stones at the chopper before they were dispersed by
security personnel, so none of the thrown missiles
reached the president.

It would be recalled that talks about Jonathan’s
impeachment have been actively circulating in the media
this week, which comes just two months ahead of the
presidential elections.
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Ebola Outbreak Male survivors shouldn’t have sex for 3 months –WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) has advised male
survivors of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) to abstain from
sex for three months in order to prevent further
transmission through their semen.
The WHO stated this on Friday adding that semen could
remain infectious until long after a patient is cleared of the
disease.
“Men who have recovered from Ebola virus disease should be
aware that seminal fluid may be infectious for as long as three
months after onset of symptoms.”
“Because of the potential to transmit the virus sexually during
this time, they should maintain good personal hygiene after
masturbation, and either abstain from sex (including oral sex)
for three months after onset of symptoms, or use condoms if
abstinence is not possible,” the WHO said in a statement.
From pulse news

Bomb Blast Explosion outside crowded Kano mosque

 
A bomb blast has occurred outside the central mosque of
Kano, as people were packing into the area for Friday
Prayers.
Scores of people are feared dead in a bomb blast at Kano
Central Mosque, near the Emir’s palace and though details
of the bomb blast are still sketchy, an eye witness told
Reuters that a lot of people are currently down injured and
screaming.
"These people have bombed the mosque. I am face to face with
people screaming," said Chijjani Usman , a local reporter who
resides in Kano told Reuters.
The bomb reportedly went off as Muslim faithfuls prepared
for their Friday jumaat prayers, triggering serious uproar as
people ran helter-skelter for their lives.
The number of casualties is not yet known. According to
various unconfirmed reports on Twitter, the police have
cordoned off the entire area while the entire mosque has
been deserted.
The explosion according to reports went off at about 2p.m.
and was said to have been followed by gunshots.

From pulse

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CARISTMATIC RENEWAL OF NIGERIA, UNIZIK CHAPTER

Am to inform you of the coming LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR of CHRIST THE KING CHATOLIC CARISTMMATIC RENEWAL OF NIGERIA UNIZIK CHAPTER.
The seminar starts on the 1st of December to  12th December.

Theme:SOLDIERS OF CHRIST
Venue:1st-4th Dec---- Unizik Permsite
             5th-8th Dec-------St. Joseph the Worker Tempsite
             9th-12 Dec--------- St. Anthony Ifite
Come and experience the power of God in you life and you will never remain the same.
God awaits your coming.

TALENT/AWARD NIGHT

THE ROTA GIANT MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS A TALENT AWARD NIGHT.

MR. & MRS. ROTARACT 2014 IS HERE AGAIN WITH A BOLDER EVENT FOR THE HANDSOME, BEAUTIFUL & INTELLIGENT ONES.

INTERESTED CONTESTANTS SHOULD CONTACT;

08069218561,

08068632224,

08162677448

OR Email: rotaract.unizik@gmail.com

FEATURING COMEDY, DANCE, AWARD, ALL ON ONE STAGE.

STAND A CHANCE OF REPRESENTING ROTA-UNIZIK @ DISTRICT CONTESTS, FACE OF ROTA-GIANT MAGAZINES, DISTRICT 9140 NIGERIA, AMBASSADOR & A TRIP TO SAO PAULO BRAZIL FOR ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION AND MANY MORE UNIMAGINABLE PRIZES FROM CHICAGO + A CROWN.

        

VENUE: SUNCITY EXCLUSIVE HOTEL (POOL SIDE).

TIME: 9:00PM

RED CARPET STARTS BY 8PM

                                      

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY;

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL

HEADQUARTERS CHICAGO U.S.A

HURRY NOW AND BE INCLUDED

WELCOME TO UNIZIK WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE

Very Rev. Fr. Prof. Bona Umeogu’s International Scholarship Scheme and Foundation (BUSSA-FOUND) Presents to Zikites, UNIZIK WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE  

It entails University quiz competition for all students based on sports (football) and current affairs

Prises to be won;

1st Prize: plus university scholarship

2nd Prize: plus university scholarship

3rd Prize: plus university scholarship

And other consolation prizes

Hurry and Pick up your forms at Destiny Pot, DJ Drew &

Braham Ice Cream all opposite Unizik ifite school gate.

Screening:                                        Grand Finale:

Date: 25th & 26^th Nov., 2014                 Date: 27th Nov., 2014

Venue: SUG Giant House             Venue: University Main Auditorium

Time: 12noon                                              Time: 10.am prompt

Host:

Very Rev. Fr. Prof. Bona

Umeogu & Initiators

APPROVED BY SCHOOL MANAGEMENT

PROF. WOLE SOYINKA STORMS UNIZIK

The Faculty of Social Science (FSS) and the Vice Chancellor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Professor Joseph.E. Ahaneku –FAS, Invites the general public to the 3RD ZIK LECTURE SERIES. Scheduled to hold on Friday 14th November, 2014 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Auditorium. Time 10:45am.

Lecture: Magic Lantern; Excursions in the Creative Realm

Guest Lecturer: Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka

Chairman of the occasion:                                                          

Chief Emeka Anyaoku CFR,                                                                  

Former Secretary General, Commonwealth                                    

                                                                                       

Benefactor Zik Lecture Series

Senator Ben Ndi Obi CON

Special Adviser to the President on

Inter Party Affairs

Chief Host                                                                                                      

Prof. Joseph E. Ahaneku –FAS                                              

V.C.Unizik, Awka                                                                                      

 Host

     Rev. Fr. Prof. Jude Ezeokana

Dean FSS

Special Guest of Honor: 

       His Excellency,

     Chief Willie Obiano

Executive Governor, Anambra State

2014/2015 UNIZIK Resumption Date & Full Academic Calendar...

FIRST SEMESTER

1.	Monday October 27, 2014	New Students Return and Continue Payment of Fees and Registration
2.	Wednesday October 29, 2014	Senate Meeting
3.	Monday November 3, 2014	Old Students Return and Lectures Commence for all students
4.	Monday November 10 – Tuesday November 11, 2014	Orientation of new students
5.	Friday November 21, 2014	Matriculation
6.	Wednesday November 26, 2014	Senate Meeting
7.	Tuesday December 9, 2014	University Wide Quiz
8.	Thursday December 11, 2014	Students’ Union Election
9.	Tuesday December 23, 2014 to Friday January 2, 2015	Christmas Break
10.	Monday January 5, 2015	Lectures Continue
11.	Wednesday January 28, 2015	Senate Meeting
12.	Monday February 16 to Friday February 20, 2015	Revision Week
13.	Monday February 23, 2015	First Semester Examinations Commence
14.	Wednesday March 4, 2015	Committee of Deans Meeting
15.	Friday March 13, 2015	First Semester Examinations End
16.	Wednesday March 18, 2015	Senate Meeting
17.	Monday March 16 to Friday March 20, 2015	First Semester Break

SECOND SEMESTER

1.	Monday March 23, 2015	Lectures Commence
2.	Thursday April 2, 2015	Easter Break
3.	Tuesday April 7, 2015	Lectures resume after Easter Break
4.	Wednesday April 8, 2015	Committee of Deans Meeting
5.	Tuesday April 21, 2015	University Wide Quiz
6.	Wednesday April 22, 2015	Senate Meeting
7.	Monday June 15 to Friday June 19, 2015	Revision
8.	Wednesday June 17, 2015	Committee of Deans Meeting
9.	Monday June 22, 2015	Second Semester Examinations Commence
10.	Wednesday June 24, 2015	Senate Meeting
11.	Friday July 10, 2015	Second Semester Examinations End
12.	Monday July 13, 2015	Thesis Defence
13.	Monday July 13, 2015	Submission of Degree Results
14.	Wednesday July 15, 2015	End of Second Semester / Senate Meeting

We wish all students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University a happy resumption and a successful session.

HISTORY OF UNIZIK...READ THE ARTICLE.

Nnamdi Azikiwe University came into being as an offshoot of the defunct Anambra State University of Technology (ASUTECH). ASUTECH which was established through Law No. 7 of 30th July 1980 by the Government of the old Anambra operated as a multi-campus university, with campuses in Abakiliki, Enugu, Awka and Nnewi.
In 1991, following the split of the old Anambra State into Anambra and Enugu States, the Awka and Nnewi campuses of the former ASUTECH were constituent into Nnamdi Azikiwe University by the Anambra State Edict No.5 of November 26 1991. Nnamdi Azikiwe University was taken over by the Federal Government by Decree No. 34 of July 15, 1992. The enabling law of the University empowers the Senate to, inter alia, make provisions for:

1.    The establishment, organisation and control of Campuses, Colleges, Faculties, Departments, Schools, Institutes and other teaching and research units of the University and allocation of responsibility for different branches of learning;

2.    The organisation  and control of courses of study at the University and of examinations held in conjunction with those courses, including the appointment of examiners both internal and external;

3.    The award of degrees and such other qualifications as may be prescribed in conjunction with examinations held as aforesaid.

Mission & strategy:

The mission of the University is, thus, to use teaching, research and public service to solve societal problems. In the process of learning, students would be oriented to use education in the solution of practical problems confronting them and the Nigerian society.

OBJECTIVES OF THE UNIVERSITY
Specifically, the Decree establishing the University provides for the underlisted objects:

To encourage the advancement of all branches of learning and to hold out to all persons without distinction of race, creed, sex or political conviction, an opportunity of acquiring higher and liberal education;

To provide courses of instruction and other facilities for the pursuit of learning in all its branches and to make these facilities available on proper terms to such persons as are equipped to benefit from them;

Summary : These strategies for success will emphasize our desire for high quality education, wise investment of University resources, result oriented and problem solving curricula. These are mediated through the reorientation of staff attitude to effect pragmatic teaching and development, output mix, research, good governance and management.

Put together, the Mission Statement and Decree No. 34 of 1992 identify the Operational Objectives of the University. Our strategies for their success will be clearly tied to our ability to plan expertly and manage the activities of the University based on extensive internal consultations and consensus building with staff and students through management audit and brain storming sessions. Already many of these are in place and are viable. For instance Academic Planning and Physical Planning Units, Central University Monitoring Committee (which monitors the commitment of staff and students to the objectives of the Decree as well as the tenets of the University’s motto) are functioning effectively. Furthermore, the adoption of Management Information System (MIS) to manage change posed by leadership challenges in appropriate socio-economic endeavours and well planned business initiatives will be vigorously pursued.

OUR MOTTO
The motto of the University is “Discipline, Self Reliance and Excellence.” The rationale for this motto is that discipline is a pre-requisite condition for the achievement of any goal. Discipline embodies endurance, continuity and determination to start afresh when previous efforts fail. 

It is believed that discipline will give rise to self reliance, which entails confidence in one’s self and abilities. The amalgam of a disciplined mind with self confidence will yield excellence