Just in: "Federal Civil Service Commission Extends Recruitment Deadline"

Just in: "Federal Civil Service Commission Extends Recruitment Deadline"

The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has announced an extension of the deadline for applications into the Federal Civil Service to March 17, 2025. This move comes after many citizens experienced difficulties accessing the recruitment portal, prompting widespread calls for an extension.

The FCSC recruitment exercise began on January 27, 2025, offering over 70 positions across various ministries, departments, and agencies. However, due to technical issues encountered by some applicants, the commission decided to extend the deadline to allow more eligible candidates to participate.

Registration Link: Interested applicants can submit their applications through the dedicated recruitment portal: https://recruitment.fedcivilservice.gov.ng.

Requirements: To be eligible for the FCSC recruitment, applicants should have one of the following qualifications:

- A B.Sc or Master’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any related discipline.

- An HND in a relevant field of study.

- Proficiency in computer usage and its basic applications is essential for performing various tasks required by the organization.

Documents Required:

- Original and copies of State of Origin certificate

- Original and copies of the Certificate of Birth or Age declaration

- Properly completed Guarantor’s or referee form

- Two recent passport photographs_

- Original and a copy of a valid means of identification_ such as a Driver’s License, National ID, Voter’s Card, etc. 

The FCSC assures applicants of a merit-driven and transparent recruitment process. Qualified Nigerians are urged to take advantage of this extension and apply for the available vacancies ⁴

"Oyo State Tertiary Institutions Embark on Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands"

"Oyo State Tertiary Institutions Embark on Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands"

The Polytechnic Ibadan, along with four other tertiary institutions in Oyo State, embarked on an indefinite strike on Monday, March 10, 2025. The strike was declared by the Joint Action Committee (JAC), comprising 15 staff unions, to press for their demands, including the implementation of the new minimum wage and an increase in subvention released for the institutions.

The affected institutions include:

- The Polytechnic, Ibadan

- The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki

- Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa

- Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology, Igboora

- Oyo State College of Education, Lanlate

The strike is a result of the state government's failure to address the longstanding issues of non-implementation of the approved 25/35% salary increase and the new minimum wage for workers in the polytechnic and college of education sector.

According to the Chairman of the JAC, the staff unions had engaged in a series of meetings with the state government to resolve the issues, but to no avail. He stated that the strike would continue until the government meets their demands.

In a related development, the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Polytechnics (SSANIP) had earlier suspended a three-day warning strike after a meeting with the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, where the government reaffirmed its commitment to resolving SSANIP's grievances.

However, it's worth noting that The Polytechnic Ibadan had previously denied rumors of a strike in May 2021, stating that they had reached an amicable resolution with the state government.

The indefinite strike has disrupted academic activities in the affected institutions, leaving students uncertain about their academic future. The state government has yet to comment on the strike.

Oyo Govt. Threatens To Sanction Erring Waste Contractors

Oyo Govt. Threatens To Sanction Erring Waste Contractors

The Oyo State government has threatened to sanction about 20 waste management consultants who have failed to honour the terms of agreement with the government to dispose refuse in the state.

The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Arc. Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, said this today, after a meeting with the consultants in Ibadan. 

Mogbonjubola stated that the government’s aim of contracting the collection of waste in the state was to ensure a clean environment for the residents.

He, however, expressed disappointment that for months, some of the waste management consultants did not keep to the terms of agreement, as dirt litters major streets of Ibadan.

The Commissioner therefore said the Oyo state government has initiated a comprehensive review and renewal of the waste management consultant’s contract to ensure improved service delivery and compliance with environmental regulations.

According to him, the review process, held on Thursday and Friday at the Ministry’s Conference Room, Secretariat, Ibadan, aims to assess the consultant’s performance, identify areas for improvement, and enhance the efficiency of waste management services across the state.

Hon. Mogbonjubola emphasized that the evaluation focuses on key performance indicators, including operational efficiency, financial compliance, regulatory adherence, innovation, sustainability, and transparency. 

He clarified that the review is not a witch-hunt but a necessary step to ensure that public concerns are addressed and service delivery is optimized.

He said, to oversee the process, a mini-committee was set up to conduct a thorough assessment. 

"Upon completion, the Ministry will decide whether to extend the contract under revised terms or renegotiate it to improve performance", he said.

The Commissioner also reiterated the Oyo State Government’s commitment to modernizing waste management through innovative solutions such as smart waste bins, digital monitoring systems, and expanded recycling initiatives to complement the consultant’s efforts.

“But I must say that I am disappointed on the low performance of the waste contractors because for the last two months waste continued to pile on the roads with nobody coming to evacuate them"

“If things continue this way, we will have no option but to revoke the contracts,” he said.

Mogbonjubola called on residents of the state to be patient, adding that all piles of refuse would soon be cleared.

E-signed:

Prince Dotun Oyelade,

Commissioner for Information and Orientation,

Oyo State.

March 9, 2025.