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Committee of vice chancellors appoint new Sec.-Gen.

Angel Ojonugwa November 8, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – Prof. Andrew Haruna, former Vice President of the Nigerian Academy of Letters, has been appointed as the new Secretary General of the Committee of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (CVCNU). Haruna, an accomplished scholar and administrator, officially

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Expert hails introduction of trades in school curriculum

Angel Ojonugwa November 8, 2024

GOMBE (Sundiata Scholar) – A Gombe-based entrepreneur, Lawan Abubakar, has said that the introduction of 15 skills and vocations in basic education curriculum would address unemployment in the country. reports that Federal Government had unveiled a new curriculum that provides for skill

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NGO donates classrooms, educational materials to schools in Plateau

Angel Ojonugwa November 8, 2024

BOKKOS Plateau (Sundiata Scholar) – An NGO, Hope Empowerment Love Life Oneness International (HELLO), has donated a block of two classrooms, text books, uniforms and other educational materials to students in some select secondary schools in Bokkos Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau.

Fellowships

Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme 2025 for Journalists

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme offers a two-month experience for seasoned journalists and researchers with a focus on media and journalism. Participants conduct extensive research at the Al Jazeera Media Network (AJMN) headquarters, producing a 7,000-word research paper on a topic relevant

Scholarships

Bode Amao Foundation (BAF) Undergraduate Scholarship for Nigerian Students 2024

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The Bode Amao Foundation (BAF), a non-profit organisation established in 2002 by Chief Bode Amao, OON, is now accepting applications from eligible Nigerian students for its 2024/25 scholarship programme. This scholarship initiative seeks to support national development by fostering academic

Edu News

FULOKOJA Announces 2025/2026 Diploma Programme Admissions

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) is pleased to announce that its Directorate of Consultancy Services and Ventures (COSEV) has begun accepting applications for the 2025/2026 Diploma Programme. Prospective applicants and members of the university community are invited to apply through the

Edu News

NBTE Grants Approval for New Academic Programmes at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic has received approval from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to introduce new academic programmes starting from the 2024/2025 academic session. This approval was conveyed in a memo sent to the Polytechnic’s Rector by the NBTE’s Executive Secretary.

Edu News

UDUS students request EFCC probe into governor’s aide over tuition fees

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

Over 700 students from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS) have submitted a petition to the Sokoto zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), urging an investigation into Abubakar Muhammad Salame, the Special Adviser on Students’ Matters to the state

Edu News

Governor Otti Renames Abia State Polytechnic after Late Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

Governor Alex Otti has officially renamed Abia State Polytechnic in Aba after Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, the first governor of Abia State, who passed away in April at the age of 72. The announcement was made on Thursday during a Commendation Service held at the International Conference Center in

Edu News

Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship for African Students 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The SI Scholarship for Pioneering Women in STEM offers academic scholarships for full-time, one- or two-year master’s degree programmes in specific fields of study in Sweden. With a strong focus on sustainability, Sweden provides an exceptional educational experience, blending world-class

Fellowships

Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships offer a 12-month programme aimed at advancing the careers of promising future leaders from Africa. This fellowship invites talented individuals from across the continent to apply for the 2025 MIF Fellows cohort, providing an invaluable platform for

Scholarships

University of Geneva Excellence Masters Scholarship for International Students 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The University of Geneva’s Faculty of Science offers the Excellence Fellowship, a distinguished scholarship aimed at supporting exceptional students pursuing a Master of Science degree in a variety of scientific fields. This fellowship provides financial aid ranging from CHF 10,000 to CHF

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Erasmus Mundus 2025 AFEPA Scholarship Programme for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The European Master’s programme in Agricultural, Food, and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA) addresses the growing need for expertise in evaluating the socio-economic and environmental impacts of policies in these fields. This programme provides students with a top-tier education in policy

Edu News

OAU Staff Protest Five Months of Unpaid Salaries, Unfulfilled Agreements

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

Members of the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife staged a peaceful protest on Wednesday to demand payment of five months’ worth of unpaid salaries and outstanding arrears. The protest, held on the university campus, saw

Edu News

Kwara Sets WAEC Fee for 2024/2025 at N30,250, Warns Against Extortion

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The Kwara State Government has officially announced that the WAEC registration fee for public senior secondary students for the 2024/2025 academic session will be set at N30,250 per student. This amount covers N27,000 for WAEC registration itself, along with an additional N3,250 allocated for

Edu News

Reps Urge Universities to Prevent Unnecessary Delays, Setbacks in Student Research

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The House of Representatives Committee on University Education has called on Nigerian universities to prevent unnecessary delays and challenges for students completing their research projects, theses, and dissertations. This appeal follows troubling reports about a lecturer from Ahmadu Bello

Edu News

NECO GCE Exam Timetable 2024: Full Schedule and Dates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the official timetable for the 2024 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for private candidates (GCE). This comprehensive schedule details all exam dates, times, and subjects, serving as an essential guide for candidates preparing

Edu News

Education Minister reverses 18-Year Age Limit for admission into tertiary institutions

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 7, 2024

The new Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has officially reversed the previous administration’s policy that set an 18-year minimum age limit for admission into tertiary institutions, affirming that the existing 16-year benchmark will remain in place. Dr. Alausa made this

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Ambrose Alli University (AAU) Releases 2024/2025 Admission List

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 7, 2024

Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma, Edo State, has officially published the admission list for the 2024/2025 academic session. This eagerly awaited list confirms the admission status of candidates accepted into various undergraduate programmes at AAU. Candidates who completed the

Edu News

Federal Polytechnic Bida Announces Release of 2024/2025 ND Admission List

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 7, 2024

The Federal Polytechnic Bida wishes to inform the public, particularly all prospective National Diploma (ND) candidates, that the admission list for the 2024/2025 academic session has been officially released on the school portal. This announcement marks a significant step for successful