Month: November 2024
KADUNA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Emir of Zazzau, Amb. Ahmad Bamali says the recurring collapse of the national gridis hampering the educational development of Nigeria. “This ugly development is especially truncating e-learning in the country, and the earlier it is reversed, the better for
The Governing Council of the Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State, has sanctioned the dismissal of four lecturers over allegations of sexual harassment and examination misconduct. This resolution was made during the Second Council meeting, presided over by Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, and
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to advancing economic growth, development, and better governance through artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and digital technology. This statement was made at the closing event of the
The National Industrial Court in Akure has declared the dismissal of Professor Niyi Akingbe, former Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts at the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), as wrongful and awarded him N40 million in damages. Akingbe, who was dismissed in 2018 over allegations of
Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) is set to bestow its esteemed fellowship award on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, during its 36th convocation ceremony. The announcement was made by the institution’s rector, Dr.
The Federal Government has called on universities and other higher education institutions in Nigeria to take the lead in pursuing “cutting-edge research and innovation” to support the country’s advancement in the knowledge economy. This call was made by the Permanent Secretary of
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has confirmed that it has fully paid allowances to all 72,138 examiners engaged as ad hoc staff for the 2024 School-based Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). In response to rumours circulating on social media alleging that NECO deliberately
The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has called on the federal government to promptly dismiss Ambassador Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe from his role as pro-chancellor and chairman of the Governing Council at Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Edo State University, Uzairue, invites applications for its esteemed scholarships for the 2024/2025 academic session. This is a prime opportunity for students aiming for academic excellence and financial support to join a highly regarded institution known for its commitment to quality
Nestlé Nigeria has announced the opening of applications for its annual scholarship programme, reinforcing its dedication to empowering future leaders. This scholarship targets outstanding senior secondary and tertiary students focused on science and technology from communities near Nestlé’s
Wigwe University announced it is set to celebrate a significant milestone today, Thursday, November 14, 2024, as it hosts its inaugural matriculation ceremony. In a statement from Dr. Sam Dede, Chairman of the Matriculation Ceremony Committee, Wigwe University confirmed that the anticipated
ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, says the Federal Government is committed to ensuring the implementation of inclusive education policies. Suwaiba disclosed this at the Annual Inclusive Education Conference organised by British Council in Abuja
KADUNA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board says it has earmarked N1 billion to be disbursed as loans to Primary and Secondary School teachers to pursue higher education. Its Executive Secretary, Prof. Yaya Ibrahim, disclosed this on Tuesday in Kaduna.Ibrahim
KADUNA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Minister of Education, Dr Morufu Alausa, has commended the National Teachers’ Institute (NTI), Kaduna, for its proactive steps towards strengthening teacher education in Nigeria. The minister also described the institute’s focus on E-facilitation as bold
ENUGU (Sundiata Scholar) – The Enugu State Ministry of Education says it has zero tolerance to bullying and other dehumanising treatment in schools within the state. The Commissioner for Education, Prof Ndubueze Mbah, made this known in a statement in Enugu on Tuesday. He said that the
MAIDUGURI (Sundiata Scholar) – The Office of the Vice President and the North East Development Commission (NEDC) have pledged to transform education quality in the North East region in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Declaring open an in-person training of 150
MAKARFI (Sundiata Scholar) – Kaduna State The merger of Shehu Idris College of Health Sciences and Technology, Makarfi with Kaduna State University has continued to spark concerns among staff, students and other key stakeholders. The staff, students and other relevant stakeholders
ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Fedral Government has suspended 13 students of the Federal Government College in Enugu State for six-weeks for alleged bullying in the school. This is contained in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has inaugurated a 240KW solar car park valued at N900 million, donated by Azura Power West Africa to the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. At the ceremony held on the university’s main campus, the minister, represented by
Lafarge Africa Plc, a leader in sustainable building solutions, celebrated the graduation of 40 women from its Female Tilers and Block Making Training Programme at an event held at the Civic Centre in Lagos. This milestone is part of Lafarge Africa’s commitment to gender equality and