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NUC Approves New Programmes at Maranatha University Lagos, Including Law, Nursing

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 19, 2024

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has authorised Maranatha University Lagos (MUL) to launch seven new academic programmes. These include nursing, public health, health information management, physiotherapy, law, English and History and international relations. A statement released by

Edu News

Coronation Merchant Bank Graduate Trainee Programme 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 19, 2024

The Coronation Graduate Trainee Programme Academy aims to attract fresh talent into companies within the Coronation Ecosystem. This initiative provides recent graduates with a unique platform to acquire hands-on experience, benefit from customised training, and receive mentorship, all within a

Scholarships

UNESCO 2025 World Heritage Residency Scholarship Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 19, 2024

The scholarship is designed for individuals with a cultural concept, such as art, music, research, etc., related to the UNESCO World Heritage list. It aims to encourage connections between the World Heritage site, Decorated Farmhouses of Hälsingland, and one or more sites worldwide in a

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2025 Internship Programme at the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 19, 2024

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), established in 2013 by CIFOR-ICRAF in collaboration with core partners such as UNEP, the World Bank, and the German Government, has prioritised the meaningful inclusion of youth and other traditionally marginalised groups as a fundamental aspect of its

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NUC accredits 10 new programmes for KWASU

Angel Ojonugwa December 19, 2024

ILLORIN (Sundiata Scholar) – The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 10 new programmes to be run by the Kwara State University (KWASU) effect from the 2024/2025 session. Acting Director, University Relations, Dr Saeedat Aliyu in a statement on Wednesday said the

Tertiary institutions

Don cautions parents against rushing underage children into university

Angel Ojonugwa December 19, 2024

SANGO – OTA (Sundiata Scholar) – Ogun A Don, Prof. Tunde Adeoye, on Wednesday counseled parents to desist from rushing their underaged children or wards into the university to avoid regretting such decisions later. Adeoye, who is a Senior Lecturer, Department of Economics,

Edu News

UniAbuja, UNILAG, FUTA, and Other University Renaming Decisions That Stirred Debate

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) recently announced plans to rename the University of Abuja in honour of General Yakubu Gowon’s 90th birthday, a decision that has provoked considerable discussion. The institution is set to be renamed Yakubu Gowon University, pending approval from the

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UBEC Strengthens SBMCs to Address Out-of-School Children Crisis

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has enhanced the operations of School Based Management Committees (SBMCs) as part of its strategy to tackle the challenge of 10.5 million out-of-school children in Nigeria. The Commission emphasised the pivotal role SBMCs play in increasing school

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Tinubu Allocates N47B to Universities of Agriculture, Medical Schools

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Federal Government has earmarked N47 billion to enhance the development of agricultural universities and medical schools across Nigeria. This funding initiative is aimed at fostering innovation in agriculture and improving healthcare training nationwide, as disclosed by the Minister of

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Ogun Education Ministry Becomes Certiport Authorised Training Centre—Commissioner

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, has announced that the ministry is now a recognised Certiport Certificate Centre, offering workforce testing and certification for digital literacy skills. Prof. Arigbabu made this revelation in Abeokuta

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Tinubu Appoints Garba as UBEC Executive Secretary

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has named Aisha Garba, an international development expert, as the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). Garba, a Senior Education Specialist with the World Bank, has over 24 years of experience implementing transformative education

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NANS Issues 14-Day Ultimatum to FG Over Adamawa, Borno Road Projects

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Zone E, has given the Federal Government a 14-day deadline to mobilise contractors back to the sites of four major road projects currently ongoing in the northeast region. The Zone E Coordinator, Umar Afkawa, stated this in a press release,

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Kogi Governor Signs Law to Establish CUSTECH Teaching Hospital

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

The Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has signed a bill transforming the state-of-the-art Reference Hospital in Okene into the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) Teaching Hospital. The announcement was made in Lokoja on Tuesday by the State Commissioner

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UNILAG Launches Solar-Powered Buses, Unveils New Logo

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

On Monday, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) launched buses powered by solar energy and electricity, to achieve zero emissions. The institution also revealed its updated logo during the event. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, introduced both the buses and the new logo at a media

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Florence Agogo Foundation 2025 Undergraduate Scholarship for Nigerian Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

Applications are now open for the Florence Agogo Foundation Bursary Programme. This initiative is designed to assist university students facing financial challenges who are enrolled in public universities across Nigeria. The Florence Agogo Foundation was established out of a desire to

INFO HUB

2025 Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Programme for Nigerian Youths

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 16, 2024

The Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Programme (OGTAP) is a renowned training initiative that has undergone rebranding this year, adopting the new name APTUS. Derived from the Latin word meaning “to adapt, to adjust, and to be prepared,” the name symbolises the programme’s

Fellowships

United Nations Millennium Fellowship 2025 for Students Worldwide

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 16, 2024

The United Nations Academic Impact, in collaboration with MCN, introduces the Millennium Fellowship, a semester-long programme designed to enhance leadership skills and amplify social impact directly on your campus. Participants gain access to exceptional training, valuable connections, and

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Student, Trader Sentenced to 6 Months for Firearms Possession

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 16, 2024

A Magistrates’ Court in Jos on Monday sentenced a 17-year-old student and a 23-year-old trader, Daniel Abok, to six months in a correctional facility for the unlawful possession of firearms. Magistrate Shawomi Bokkos summarily tried and sentenced the defendants following their guilty pleas to

Tertiary institutions

Nigerian who wrote WASSCE 17 times bags distinction from London School

Angel Ojonugwa December 16, 2024

LAGOS (Sundiata Scholar) – Dr Emmanuel Ahmadu, a Nigerian who wrote the West Africa School Senior Certificate Education 17 times, has earned a distinction from the prestigious London Graduate School in the UK Ahmadu, a Nigerian mental health advocate and accomplished professional based in

Tertiary institutions

FG renames UniAbuja Yakubu Gowon University

Angel Ojonugwa December 16, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) the Federal Executive Council on Monday approved the renaming of the University of Abuja as Yakubu Gowon University. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, revealed this to State House correspondents after the council held its last meeting