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Australia Encourages Early Applications for 2025 Study Visas

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 9, 2024

The Australian immigration department has advised international students intending to study in the country in 2025 to submit their visa applications as early as possible to avoid delays and complications. Early applications are especially crucial during peak periods when processing times tend

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Dano Milk 2025 Internship Programme for Nigerian Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 8, 2024

Are you a driven, talented, inquisitive, and enthusiastic individual looking for practical experience in a vibrant work environment? Apply for the Dano Milk Internship Programme today! The Dano Milk Internship Programme is aimed at young, innovative talents who are ambitious, open-minded, and eager to create an impact. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication

Fellowships

World Bank 2025 Government Analytics Fellowship Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 8, 2024

Introduced in 2024, this fellowship addresses the gap between underutilised government data and its potential to enhance efficiency in public administration. Drawing on insights from the Government Analytics Handbook and supported by World Bank specialists and academics, the programme provides cutting-edge evidence and practical knowledge to optimise government operations.

Scholarships

University of Tokyo Amgen Scholars Programme for Undergraduate Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 8, 2024

The Amgen Scholars Programme at the University of Tokyo offers ambitious and talented undergraduate students from across the globe an opportunity to engage in scientific research at one of Asia’s and the world’s foremost higher education institutions. Participants in the programme will be assigned to a laboratory under the guidance of a leading scholar from […]

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Tek Expert 2025 IT Internship Programme for Nigerian Youth

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 8, 2024

We are inviting applications for an IT intern to become part of our team and gain invaluable practical experience. This position provides a great opportunity to learn and contribute by supporting our IT team in their routine operations. TeKnowledge acts as the transformative force behind digital advancement, offering governments and enterprises across the globe unmatched

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TotalEnergies International Masters Scholarship Programme 2025-2026

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 8, 2024

TotalEnergies, a global energy company, specialises in the production and marketing of fuels, natural gas, and electricity. As a prominent leader in the energy sector, operating in over 130 countries, TotalEnergies is dedicated to providing energy that is affordable, reliable, and cleaner, while upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental responsibility.

Tertiary institutions

Fund existing varsities instead of creating more- VC tells govt.

Angel Ojonugwa December 6, 2024

ONDO (Sundiata Scholar) Ondo State Prof. Adesegun Fatusi, Vice Chancellor (VC), University of Medical Sciences, (UNIMED), Ondo, has enjoined federal and state governments in the country to fund existing universities instead of creating more. Fatusi stated this on Wednesday in Ondo during the news briefing for the 10th anniversary of the university. He said that […]

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Students with disabilities seek budget line for inclusive education

Angel Ojonugwa December 6, 2024

KADUNA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Association of Students with Disabilities, Kaduna State University, Kaduna on Wednesday called on the state government to create a budget line for inclusive education that would address their concerns. Its Public Relations Officer, Halima Usman, made the call during a public hearing on a bill for a law to make […]

Tertiary institutions

Gov.Yusuf lauds students’ exceptional performance in India

Angel Ojonugwa December 6, 2024

KANO (Sundiata Scholar) – Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has commended the exceptional performance of the indigenes of the state studying in India under its foreign scholarship programme. Yusuf commended the students’ outstanding academic performance, saying that their success demonstrated the benefits of investing in education.This is contained in a statement issued

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Enugu Govt. is redefining education in Nigeria, says Commissioner

Angel Ojonugwa December 6, 2024

ENUGU (Sundiata Scholar) – Enugu State Government says it is redefining education through Smart Green Schools to bequeath to its youths, the skills and competence to be productive. The state Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ndubueze Mbah, said this in an interview with on Wednesday in Enugu. reports that Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu state upon […]

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ASUP to FG: Disregard petition seeking sack of FedPoly Rector

Angel Ojonugwa December 6, 2024

OWERRI (Sundiata Scholar) – Chieftains of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Federal Polytechnic, Nekede Owerri chapter, has urged the Federal Government to disregard a petition demanding the sack of the institution’s Rector, Dr Basilia Igbokwe. Former Chairmen of the chapter, led by Mr Anayo Uhiara, made the request at a news briefing on […]

Tertiary institutions

50th anniversary: UniCal chooses Akpabio as lead ambassador

Angel Ojonugwa December 6, 2024

CALABAR (Sundiata Scholar) – Nigeria’s Senate President, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, will serve as the lead ambassador for the 50th anniversary celebration of the University of Calabar (UniCal), the university has said. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Florence Obi, disclosed this in Calabar while presenting the ‘UniCal at 50’ anniversary flag to the Pro-Chancellor, DIG Udom

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Replacing TETFund with NELFUND Will Cripple Universities, ASUU Warns FG

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 6, 2024

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has cautioned the Federal Government against its proposal to replace the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) with the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), stating that such a decision would cripple public universities and harm tertiary education in Nigeria. ASUU President, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, issued the warning

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44 bag first class as Benue State University graduates 17,925 students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 6, 2024

The Vice Chancellor of Benue State University (BSU), Makurdi, Prof. Tor Iorapuu, has announced that the institution will graduate 17,925 students during its 22nd, 23rd, and 24th combined convocation ceremonies on Saturday. Out of this number, 44 graduates achieved first-class honours. Prof. Iorapuu disclosed at a pre-convocation press briefing that the breakdown of the

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Sultan of Sokoto affirms that Islam supports girl child education

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 6, 2024

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has emphasised that Islam does not oppose the education of the girl child. Speaking on Thursday in Bauchi during the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project organised by the Ministry of Education with support from the World Bank, the Sultan highlighted the importance of […]

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School Proprietor, 3 Teachers Imprisoned for Negligence, Insulting Parents

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 6, 2024

The proprietor of Calvary Crown Academy, Paul Okugbowa, and three teachers were sentenced to prison on Thursday by an Oredo Chief Magistrate’s Court in Benin for negligence and verbally insulting a parent. Presiding Magistrate Caroline Oghuma sentenced Okugbowa to six months imprisonment, with an option of a ₦100,000 fine, for calling a pupil’s mother a […]

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Fire Incident at UI Hostel Leaves Students’ Belongings Destroyed

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 6, 2024

A midnight fire engulfed part of Queen Elizabeth Hall at the University of Ibadan (UI) yesterday, destroying students’ belongings. The fire, which broke out around 1:30 a.m., caused panic as students rushed to safety. Fortunately, no lives were lost. Reverend Akinyemi Akinyinka, General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Service, confirmed the incident: “The agency […]

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Mysterious Illness Strikes Nigerian Military School in Kaduna, Claiming 2 Lives

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 6, 2024

A mysterious illness has created tension at the Nigerian Military School (NMS), Zaria, Kaduna State, after claiming the lives of two students within a week. Many students affected by the outbreak are reportedly receiving treatment at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH). NMS, a boarding secondary school affiliated with the Armed Forces of Nigeria, […]

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Daniel Olukoya: Running Universities in Nigeria is Challenging

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 5, 2024

The founder of Mountain Top University (MTU), Dr. Daniel Olukoya, has stated that the institution “is always at the back of the poor” to provide them with access to quality education through its scholarship programme. Dr. Olukoya, who is also the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Worldwide, acknowledged the significant […]

Tertiary institutions

LASU VC seeks collaboration to curb corruption in African education

Angel Ojonugwa December 4, 2024

LAGOS (Sundiata Scholar) – Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, Vice-Chancellor, Lagos State University (LASU), has called for collective effort to combat corruption in African education. Olatunji-Bello made the call at the second education summit, organised by the Centre for General Nigerian Studies (CGNS), LASU, on Tuesday, in Lagos. The theme of the summit is: “Fostering