Tertiary institutions

Nigeria must return to Okebukola’s NUC era to stop mushroom varsities – Afe Babalola

Angel Ojonugwa April 8, 2025

ADO EKITI (Sundiata Scholar ) -Legal luminary and elder statesman, Chief Afe Babalola, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has warned the Federal Government to stop mass approval of licenses for new universities. Babalola, who is the founder of the Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), said

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Reversing brain drain: Corporation unveils initiative on health, education

Angel Ojonugwa April 7, 2025

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Africa Diaspora Corporation (ADC) is set to unveil a groundbreaking initiative aimed at reconnecting African professionals in the diaspora with their home countries. The Chairman, ADC Board, Dr Joachin Okafor, said at a news conference in Abuja on Monday that the initiative called “Diaspora Hub” aimed at countering Africa’s

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COOU Professor Listed Among World’s Leading Scholars in Genetic Algorithm

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 7, 2025

Professor Chidozi C. Nwobi-Okoye from Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) has earned recognition as one of the top 0.05% scholars worldwide in the domain of genetic algorithm, representing a major academic accomplishment for the university. This recognition was shared in a press statement released on Sunday by the school’s Public Relations Officer, Dr. Harrison

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Federal Poly Bauchi Installs CCTV Cameras to Enhance Campus Security, Tackle Exam Malpractice

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 7, 2025

The Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, has announced the completion of a research initiative supported by TETFund over the past two years. This initiative enables the institution to broaden its Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance beyond lecture halls to outdoor spaces, aimed at strengthening campus security. At present, the school has installed CCTV systems in select

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1,800 get teaching appointments in Kwara

Angel Ojonugwa April 7, 2025

ILLORIN (Sundiata Scholar) – The Kwara state Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has shorlisted 1,800 applicants for teaching appointments in the state. This is contained in a statement issued by the Commission’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr Sam Onile, made available to newsmen in Ilorin. Onile said that the shortlisted applicants emerged from a screening exercise,

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ABU Alumni offers scholarships to 24 indigent students

Angel Ojonugwa April 7, 2025

ZARIA (Sundiata Scholar) – Kaduna State The International Students Alumni Association, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has offered 24 indigent students of the Department of Political Science and International Studies of the university scholarships. The alumni’s Public Relations Officer, Alhaji Abdullahi Shu’aibu, made this known in a statement issued in Zaria

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JAMB Extends 2025 Direct Entry Registration Deadline Until Further Notice

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 6, 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announced on Saturday that the 2025 Direct Entry (DE) registration will not end on Monday, April 7, 2025, countering circulating reports. JAMB confirmed that the registration, which started on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, will continue without a fixed deadline until an official closing date is made known. In […]

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FG Directs Tertiary Institutions to Publish Financial, Student Data by May 31

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 6, 2025

The federal government has instructed all federal tertiary institutions to make essential institutional information, such as budgetary figures, student enrollment numbers, and funding sources, publicly available on their official websites by May 31, 2025. This new directive, which is to be implemented immediately, was issued by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa,

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Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education matriculates 2,412 students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 6, 2025

A total of 2,412 new students have been officially enrolled at Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri (AIFUE), with 2,370 admitted into bachelor’s degree programmes and 42 into the Professional Diploma in Education. This occasion marked the institution’s inaugural matriculation ceremony following its elevation to a full University of Education by the Federal

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Education minister proposes two-year NYSC scheme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 6, 2025

Olatunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, has proposed that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme should be extended from one year to two years. This suggestion was disclosed in an official statement shared on NYSC’s Facebook page, following a meeting between the minister and the Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, at […]

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Durham University offers £10K scholarships to 85 international postgraduate students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 6, 2025

Durham University in the United Kingdom is providing 85 scholarships worth £10,000 each to international students who apply for certain postgraduate courses for the 2025/26 academic session. The scholarship, called the Inspiring Excellence £10K Scholarship, is aimed at supporting outstanding students by lowering the tuition costs for qualifying master’s degree programmes.

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LASU to graduate 11,917 students as 315 emerge with first-class

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 6, 2025

Lagos State University (LASU), situated in Ojo, will award degrees to 11,917 students during its 28th convocation for the 2023/2024 academic session. Of these graduates, 315 have attained first-class honours, representing a key achievement in the university’s dedication to academic excellence. LASU Vice Chancellor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello revealed this information during a

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Top 7 Asian Universities for Nigerians, International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 5, 2025

As global education trends shift and more students look beyond the traditional Western destinations, Asia is becoming a top choice for those seeking quality education at globally ranked institutions. For Nigerian and other international students looking for strong academic programs, affordable tuition, and vibrant multicultural environments, several Asian universities

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Wike Challenges University of Abuja Over Idle Land Allocation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 5, 2025

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has raised concerns about the vast portion of land allotted to the University of Abuja that has remained unused. He expressed displeasure over the extended period during which no development has taken place on the property. While answering questions from reporters after reviewing some ongoing projects on […]

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Protesters Demand Suspension of FUOYE VC Over Alleged Sexual Harassment

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 5, 2025

A group of protesters gathered at the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja, urging the immediate suspension of Professor Abayomi Fasina from his role as Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), so that an unbiased probe into a sexual harassment accusation can proceed. Holding up placards with messages like ‘Ekiti Deserves Better’ and ‘Protect […]

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Makinde promises continuous support to state-owned institutions

Angel Ojonugwa April 5, 2025

IBADAN (Sundiata Scholar) – Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has promised more support to state-owned higher institutions. This, according to Makinde is to enable them meet their obligations to students, staffers and the people of the state. The governor made the promise on Friday in Ibadan while inaugurating the governing councils of the two […]

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Adamawa govt. begins second batch distribution of learning materials to public schools

Angel Ojonugwa April 5, 2025

YOLA (Sundiata Scholar) – Adamawa government on Friday unveiled the distribution of teaching and learning materials to public primary schools across the state for the 2024/2025 academic session. Speaking at the distribution in Yola, Hajiya Lami Fintiri, wife of the state governor, said the distribution marked the commencement of Phase II of the state-funded education

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How Africa can attain its rightful position globally -Afe Babalola

Angel Ojonugwa April 4, 2025

ADO EKITI (Sundiata Scholar) – Elder statesman, Afe Babalola, on Friday said academic collaboration among African institutions will make the continent attain its rightful position globally. Babalola, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), said this in an interview with on Friday in Ado-Ekiti He spoke on the sidelines of his hosting of a 16-man delegation […]

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2025 Schlumberger Early Career Internship Program for Undergraduate and Master’s Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 4, 2025

Schlumberger, a global technology company, is driving innovation in energy solutions to promote a sustainable planet. Together, we create groundbreaking technology that enhances access to energy for the benefit of everyone. At SLB, we believe that our innovation, creativity, and success come from our differences. We actively seek individuals from diverse backgrounds and

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2025 Boustany Foundation Harvard University MBA Scholarship

Fadiran Ifeloluwa April 4, 2025

The 2025 Boustany Foundation Scholarship offers a unique chance for top-performing students to pursue a prestigious MBA at Harvard University. The Harvard MBA is one of the world’s leading business programmes, taught at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. This scholarship helps outstanding candidates study at Harvard Business School with significant financial