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FG once again threatens to deal with fake degree holders

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 3, 2024

The federal government has once again stated that security services will pursue persons in the country who possess bogus university certificates. Tahir Mamman, Minister of Education, stated this on Tuesday during the first quarterly citizens and stakeholders interaction in Nigeria’s

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Police arrest 8 suspects over murder of UNIMAID lecturer

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 3, 2024

The Borno State Police Command has detained eight people in connection with the death of Kamar Abdulkadir, a lecturer at the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID). Abdulkadir was discovered dead in a pool of his own blood on Sunday, with multiple injuries inflicted on his body by his assassins. According to NAN, Nahun Daso, the state […]

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Peter Obi’s Running Mate’s Private University Increases Tuition Fees

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 3, 2024

Baze University, Abuja, owned by the vice presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Yusuf Baba Datti-Ahmed, has increased student fees, citing a ‘astronomical rise’ in the cost of products and services. The changes include a 100% increase in hostel fees, a 35% increase in tuition and the Students’ Industrial Working Experience Scheme (SIWES), and a […]

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Protests rock Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja after death of ward attendant

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 3, 2024

Ward attendants at the Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja in Kogi State staged a peaceful protest on Tuesday in response to the death of one of their colleagues, Salamatu Aliu of Post Natal Ward. According to reports, the deceased was transported to the hospital for medical assistance on Sunday evening but was not seen by doctors […]

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Borno leaders reject merger of Army University with NDA

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 3, 2024

The Borno Concerned Citizens (BCC) has expressed its discontent with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Assembly regarding the federal government’s intention to merge the Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) with the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Kaduna. The Borno elders warned doing so would be counterproductive. As a result, the BCC has written to […]

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Adeleke mandates a new retirement age for teachers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 3, 2024

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has approved the immediate enforcement and execution of the new retirement age and length of service for the teaching profession, mandating measures to restore normalcy across Osun State’s schools. According to a circular issued today by the Office of the Head of Service, Mr Ayanleye Aina, anyone interested in […]

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JAMB uncovers 1,665 fake A’Level results

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) discovered at least 1,665 fake A’level results during the Direct Entry registration process. According to the board’s weekly bulletin, which was made available to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, the Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, provided the data when he met with representatives from the National

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UCH staff to close at 4:00 p.m. as IBEDC cuts off power supply

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

Staff at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan will work from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. every day beginning Tuesday, April 2, until electricity is restored to the hospital. Oludayo Olabampe, chairman of the Joint Action Committee (JAC), the umbrella group of hospital unions, made the announcement during an interview in Ibadan on Tuesday. […]

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Suspected herdsmen kidnap 2 FUWUKARI undergraduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

On Monday night, two students from the Federal University Wukari in Taraba state were taken by suspected herders in Wukari. Sule Gani, the institution’s chief security officer, verified the event on Tuesday. He stated that the victims graduated but remained behind to complete some of their courses. According to him, the event occurred at 11 […]

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National Common Entrance Examination to be held on April 20 – NECO

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

The National Examination Council (NECO) says it is ready for the 2024 National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE), which is scheduled for April 20, and advises candidates’ parents to be respectful throughout the exam. Azeez Sani, NCEE’s interim spokesman, revealed this in an interview in Lagos on Tuesday. Mr Sani stated that the NCEE, which is […]

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FG enrols 2 million out-of-school almajiri children

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

The federal government has enrolled two million out-of-school almajiri children in basic and Arabic literacy initiatives. Tahir Mamman, Minister of Education, stated this during the Citizens and Stakeholders Engagement on Nigerian Education Sector Ministerial Deliverables on Tuesday in Abuja. Upon taking office, President Bola Tinubu held a cabinet retreat for ministers,

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Use the student loan programme to develop digital skills

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Abdullahi Kashifu Inuwa, has encouraged the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to prioritise short courses in digital skills. The call is very appropriate and timely, and it represents a huge step forward in Nigeria’s digitization path, particularly as the country’s

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Gunmen kidnap students travelling in Delta

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

Gunmen reportedly kidnapped an unspecified number of students travelling along the East-West Road in Ughelli, Delta State. Channels Television said that the event occurred on Monday. However, information about the abduction remain unclear at the time of this publication, as security officials have yet to issue an official statement on the subject.

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American model, Rubi Rose plans to visit Unilag in December

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

Rubi Rose, an internationally recognised American model and rapper, is set to pay a much-anticipated visit to the University of Lagos (Unilag) in December, causing excitement among admirers and followers. On her official X page, formerly Twitter, she stated, “Unilag in December.” Her upcoming visit to the University of Lagos, a well-known university in Nigeria,

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Lawyer: Federal government should integrate space law into school curriculum

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 2, 2024

Mujahid Indabawa, a space lawyer, has encouraged the Federal Government to include space law in school curricula to raise awareness and put the country on the world map of international law practice. Mr Indabawa, who also serves as the Assistant Director of Legal and Space Regulation Services at the National Space Research and Development Agency, […]

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UNIMAID lecturer brutally murdered in his office by unidentified assailants

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 1, 2024

Dr Kamar Abdulkadir, a lecturer in the Department of Physical and Health Education (P.H.E) at the University of Maiduguri, was brutally murdered in his office. Abdulkadir was slain on Sunday when unknown assailants crept into his office and attacked him with a knife and hammer. According to sources and several colleagues and associates of the […]

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UNILORIN expels 6 final year students, 13 others for numerous misconduct

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 1, 2024

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) Kwara State, has expelled and rusticated 19 students, six of them are final-year students, for suspected involvement in various infractions. On Monday, the University’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Kunle Akogun, issued a press statement revealing this. At its 220th/221st meeting, the Students’ Disciplinary Committee

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Kuda Bank Growth Intern Opportunity For Young Graduates 2024

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 1, 2024

Kuda is looking for an intern to join the Growth team and help with day-to-day operations and initiatives. This will entail administrative activities, platform and process administration, research, and campaign setup. This post will be part of the Growth Marketing department, but you will also have the opportunity to collaborate with Growth Product and Growth […]

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Foundation promotes tennis development at Igbobi College

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 1, 2024

Tennista Foundation has established its ‘School Tennis Support Programme’, with Igbobi College serving as the foundation’s first beneficiary. The initiative intends to provide tennis training for young people while also developing academic and life skills, with the goal of promoting physical and mental health. Michael Nwoseh, Tennista Foundation’s

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Canadian province to give 12,900 study licences to international students by 2024

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 1, 2024

The Federal Government of Canada has allocated Nova Scotia 12,900 study permits for its international student allocation to tertiary institutions, a fall of nearly 7,000 permits from 2023 numbers. Despite this drop, Nova Scotia remains a popular location for overseas students pursuing higher education. As of October 2023, Nova Scotia had roughly 16,000 international