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UNILAG sets new date for SPGS’ lecture

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 20, 2024

The annual lecture for the 2023/2024 academic session of the School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) will now take place on September 3 at J. F. Ade-Ajayi Auditorium in Akoka. Originally, the presentation was scheduled for August 29. The lecture’s theme

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Over 10,000 inmates took WASSCE in five years — NCoS

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 20, 2024

In the last five years, the Nigerian Correctional Service has registered over 10,000 inmates for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination and the National Examinations Council examinations. Umar Abubakar, an NCoS spokesperson, said that more than 2,000 offenders are registered in these exams nationwide each year across correctional facilities. This,

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Edo recruits 5,500 teachers to improve teaching and learning in basic schools

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 19, 2024

The Edo government has completed the recruitment of 5,500 teachers to improve teaching and learning in the state’s basic schools. Mrs. Ozavize Salami, Chairman of the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), announced this at a news conference in Benin. Salami explained that the recruitment was part of an effort to bridge the teacher gap […]

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6 universities receive accreditation for building programmes

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 19, 2024

According to a communiqué released yesterday in Abuja by the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria‘s Registrar and Secretary, Adetunji Adeniran, six universities’ undergraduate building programmess have been approved for five years. The approved universities are Imo State University, Owerri; Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State; University of

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Fake degrees: FG directs universities to submit matriculation lists

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 19, 2024

The Federal Government requires all higher education institutions in the country to “regularly submit their matriculation lists to the Federal Ministry of Education not later than three months after matriculation ceremonies.” The list, the ministry stated, must be submitted “through the dedicated channel of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation

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NDLEA proposes mandatory drug tests for university admissions

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 19, 2024

Hajia Fatima Abiola-Popoola, Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kwara State Command, has proposed that institutions require newly admitted students to take mandatory drug tests as part of the admissions process. She added that this would act as a preventative step, while also providing early intervention and therapy to individuals who are […]

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TETFund reiterates its commitment to funding Nigerian Army institutions

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 18, 2024

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) reiterated its commitment to investing in Nigerian Army institutions. Sonny Echono, Executive Secretary of TETfund, made the assurance while leading top executives of the agency on a visit to General Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff. According to the TETFund’s director, the military has been an important sponsor of

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Plateau to close schools involved in examination malpractice

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 18, 2024

The Plateau State administration plans to close schools that indulged in examination malpractices. Mohammed Nyalun, Commissioner for Secondary Education, made the announcement on Saturday at the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Staff School in Jos during the Speech and Prize/Graduation Ceremony. Nyalun, who was represented by Dalyop Pam of the Jos South Area

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167 Yobe students supported by the state graduate from Indian universities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 18, 2024

The Yobe State Government has announced the graduation of 167 students who were sponsored to study in Indian universities through a state-funded scholarship programme. Governor Mai Mala Buni, through his Director-General of Press and Media Affairs, Mamman Mohammed, stated that the graduates would make major contributions to boosting the state’s health and other

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NYSC demobilises 54 UNICAL graduates illegally called for national service

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 18, 2024

The National Youth Service Corps, or NYSC, has demobilised 54 University of Calabar graduates who were illegally registered for national service by university officials. According to Eddy Megwa, NYSC Director of Information and Public Relations, another 19 individuals who initially registered online for mobilisation have been barred from serving, while the system has

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Group raises alarm over threat to primary education in Bayelsa

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

By Sam Jones, Yenagoa A programme to improve education delivery at the primary school level in Bayelsa State known as BayelsaPrime is facing challenges capable of eroding the gains of the past one year. The programme commenced in 2023 in four pilot local government areas of Kolokuma/Opokuma, Ogbia, Sagbama and Yenagoa local government areas provides […]

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TGI/Cormart 2025 Graduate Trainee Programme for Nigerian Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

Cormart is Nigeria’s leading distributor of speciality chemicals, supporting industries through local manufacturing, importation, and distribution of essential raw materials. As the trusted Nigerian partner of worldwide leaders such as FOSROC, Merck, Kerry, Christeyns, Sensient, ADM, Ashland, Ecolab, and others, we provide high-quality solutions that are suited

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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2025-2026 for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), established in 2009 by Hong Kong’s Research Grants Council (RGC), is intended to draw the best and brightest students from around the world to pursue their PhD studies at Hong Kong’s universities. Benefits of Hong Kong PhD Scholarship The Fellowship provides an annual stipend of HK$337,200 (approximately US$43,230)

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LASUTH graduates its first set of caregivers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) Caregiver Academy graduated its first students, with 88 joining the healthcare industry. Speaking at the occasion in Lagos, Chief Medical Director Prof. Adetokun Fabamwo stressed the importance of bridging the gap in healthcare support for the elderly and infirm. The CMD stated that the academy corresponds with Governor

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FUBK gets four more professors, two readers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi approved the promotion of four academic personnel to professor and two to associate professor (reader). The approval was given by the FUBK governing council led by its pro-chancellor and chairman of the council, Ali Abubakar-Jatau. In a statement issued on Friday, the institution stated that the promotion came after the

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UNILAG and LASUSTECH collaborate on mutual development

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

The Department of Mass Communication at Lagos State University of Science and Technology is set to partner with the Department of Mass Communication at the University of Lagos to explore options for student exchange programs, joint research, and staff development. Prof Adepoju Tejumaye, the UNILAG’s immediate past Head of Department for Mass Communication, disclosed

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Student loan: N20,000 monthly stipend may be increased, according to NELFUND

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 15, 2024

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund stated that it would regularly review Nigerian students’ N20,000 monthly stipends depending on economic realities. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, the Fund’s Director of Corporate Communications, confirmed this in an interview with our correspondent in Abuja on Wednesday. In addition to institutional fees, student loan candidates can apply

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FG to recruit 3,500 teachers for unity colleges

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 15, 2024

Dr. Yusuf Sununu, Minister of State for Education, has announced that the Federal Government will recruit 3,500 teachers for Unity Colleges. He said that the recruitment would improve the country’s educational standards. Sununu spoke at the National Senior Secondary Education Commission’s two-day national stakeholders’ forum on Senior Secondary

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UNILAG don calls for review of university curriculum

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 15, 2024

Rosita Igwe, Professor of Curriculum and Pedagogy at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, has called for a review of the university’s Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS), with a focus on skills and expertise. She also asked the National Universities Commission (NUC) to prioritise the establishment of curriculum and research centres in universities

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Usman Danfodiyo University appoints Bashir Garba as new VC

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 15, 2024

Usmanu Danfodiyo University Asokoro has announced Professor Bashir Garba as its new Vice-Chancellor. The announcement was announced in a statement issued by Professor Attahiru Jega, the university’s Pro-Chancellor. Garba, a former Secretary to the State Government and Commissioner for Higher Education in Sokoto, is the current Vice Chancellor of Sokoto State