ATBU appoints Ibrahim Garba as substantive VC
Professor Ibrahim Hassan Garba has been named as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) in Bauchi. He was named the University’s new Vice-Chancellor […]
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FG to develop guidelines for outstanding students amid 18-year admission limit
The federal government has announced plans to develop guidelines to address the 18-year age limit for university admission. The government also stated that the 18-year […]
Oluremi Tinubu donates N1bn for restoration of OAU campus landscape
On Thursday, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the President’s wife, announced a N1 billion donation for the horticultural landscaping of the Obafemi Awolowo University campus in Ile-Ife, Osun […]
Almajiri, out-of-school children are national challenges—Governor Abiodun
On Thursday, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State said that the issue of Almajiri and out-of-school children is a national challenge that must be handled […]
FG announces guidelines for exempting third-party research grants from TSA
Dr Oluwatoyin Madein, the Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), has issued guidelines for the exclusion of Federal Universities and Research Institutions’ research funding from […]
Public universities are accountable for 96% of nation’s educational assets — UI VC
Professor Kayode Adebowale, Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, has shown that public institutions are responsible for almost 96% of the nation’s educational assets, […]
Abia Assembly criticises private schools for forcing parents to purchase customised textbooks
The Abia State House of Assembly has passed a resolution directing its Education Committee to summon the Commissioner for Basic Education, ASUBEB leadership, and other […]
UniCal suspends HOD for ‘alteration’ of exam results
The University of Calabar (UniCal) has suspended one of its lecturers, Joseph Akpan, for alleged misbehaviour. Prof. Florence Obi, the institution’s Vice-Chancellor (VC), disclosed the information […]
Ondo student reportedly stabbed to death
A Senior Secondary School student from Akoko Anglican Grammar School, identified as Habib Salau, has reportedly been fatally stabbed. According to reports, Habib was allegedly […]
Covenant emerges Nigeria’s best university for 2024 (FULL LIST)
Covenant University has once again claimed the top position in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2024. This ranking, which measures universities across […]
Ojaja University VC calls for the inclusion of private universities in TETFund beneficiary scheme
Professor Jeleel Olasunkami Ojuade, Vice Chancellor of Ojaja University, Eyenkorin, Kwara, has called for private universities in Nigeria to be included as Tertiary Education Trust […]
First Lady Donates 50,000 Exercise Books to Kaduna
The Kaduna State Government has begun distributing 50,000 exercise books to primary schools, which were presented by Senator Oluremi Tinubu, wife of the President, through […]
Qatar University welcomes scholarship applications from international students
Qatar University has announced the opening of applications for its scholarship program, which is aimed at international students seeking undergraduate degrees. This program provides a comprehensive […]
Oyebanji splashes N47.8 million gift on best teachers, condemns exam malpractice
On Saturday, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, Governor of Ekiti State, awarded 47.8 million naira in gifts to teachers who won awards in various categories at this […]
Senate approves establishment of a University of Applied Sciences in Kaduna
The Senate approved a bill to construct a Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, Kaduna State. This came after the Committee on Tertiary Institutions […]
Redeemer’s University launches microfinance bank
On Tuesday, The Redeemer’s University in Ede, Osun, inaugurated its microfinance bank, RUN Microfinance Bank Ltd. The bank is located on the university’s campus. At […]
NAF officer receives the coveted best student award at British military college
Flying Officer David Sangokoya of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has been awarded the International Cadet Sword of Honour by the Royal Air Force College […]
84 lecturers died in three months over unpaid salaries — ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reported the deaths of 84 of its members between May and August 2024, attributing these losses to […]
FCT primary schoolteachers suspend 20-day strike
After 20 days, primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory called off their indefinite strike. This followed an agreement between the Nigeria Union of […]
UITH CMD: Men can also develop breast cancer
Prof. Yusuf Dasilva, Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), has stated that men can be impacted by breast cancer and […]