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Novena University Confers Honorary Doctorate on Oborevwori

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 26, 2025

The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has received an honorary Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) in Public Policy and Strategy from Novena University, Ogume, in recognition of his impactful contributions to governance and development within the state. The conferment was part

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Gunmen Murder Delta State University Professor in Asaba

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 26, 2025

Emeka Chukwuma, a 56-year-old professor at Delta State University, Abraka, has reportedly been killed by gunmen. According to sources, Chukwuma was attacked at his residence in the St. Bridges area of Umueji, Asaba, the Delta State capital, on Friday night. The professor had returned to Asaba for his routine weekend visit when the unfortunate incident […]

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COMPLETE LIST: Makeup, POP Installation, Plumbing, and 12 Other New Subjects Introduced to Basic Education Curriculum

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 25, 2025

The Federal Government has announced the addition of 15 new subjects to Nigeria’s basic education curriculum. According to a statement released by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Friday, January 24, the newly introduced trade subjects aim to enhance students’ practical skills and improve their employability. The revised curriculum is set to be implemented

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Canada Introduces New Limit on International Student Permits for 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 25, 2025

The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially implemented a cap on the number of study permits available for international students in 2025. This limit has been set at 437,000 permits, representing a 10% reduction from the previous year’s target. The decision comes after a year of policy adjustments aimed at alleviating the strain […]

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UNICEF: Only 9.6% of Primary School Pupils in Kano State Are Proficient in Reading

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 25, 2025

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has drawn attention to a severe education crisis in Kano State, reporting that only 9.6% of primary school pupils in the state demonstrate reading proficiency, while just 11.2% have basic numeracy skills. This information was revealed by UNICEF’s Chief of Kano Field Office, Mr. Rahama Mohammed, during a press […]

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10 Most Difficult U.S. Universities to Gain Admission into in 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 25, 2025

Nigerians aspiring to study in the United States should carefully evaluate the selectivity of the universities they consider, along with the types of applicants these institutions prioritize. Research shows that many prominent U.S. universities, such as Harvard, MIT, and Stanford, are among the most selective, admitting only a small percentage of highly qualified

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NUC Elevates 3 Medical Programmes in Nigerian Universities to Doctorate Level

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has revealed the advancement of certain medical-related courses in Nigerian universities, upgrading them from undergraduate degree status to doctorate level. Included in the upgraded programmes are the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D), Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT), and Doctor of Optometry (O.D). These programmes will now require six

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Covenant University Ranked as Nigeria’s Top University (FULL LIST)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

Covenant University has been recognized as the leading higher education institution in Nigeria, according to the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World Universities Rankings. The university achieved a global rank between 201-1000. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) secured the second position in Nigeria, placing between 1001-1200 globally. ABU excelled in international

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UBTTP Confers Degrees to 118 Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

Recently, 118 students from the University of Buckingham’s International Diploma in Education programme in Nigeria graduated during its fourth virtual graduation ceremony. Andreea Dogar, Senior Research Fellow and Programme Director, highlighted that the initiative was designed to empower individuals and change lives. She also encouraged the graduates to motivate their

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Joseph Sarwan Tarka University gets NELFUND’s N136.7m students’ fees

Angel Ojonugwa January 23, 2025

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), says it has disbursed the sum of ₦136,786,650.00 to the Joseph Sarwan Tarka University, Makurdi, Benue, for the 2,222 benefitting students of the institution. Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director, NELFUND, disclosed this on Thursday, in Abuja. Sawyerr said that the disbursement of the fund

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Plateau State University Educates Staff on Automated Library System

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

Plateau State University, Bokkos, has organized an internal training session for its library personnel as part of preparations for automating the university’s library, a project supported by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund). The session, the third in a series, aimed to equip the library staff with essential skills for efficiently using the automated

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NBTE Accredits 18 Programs at Kogi Poly, Approves 8 others

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 22, 2025

The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has awarded full institutional accreditation to 18 programs at Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja and has also approved eight more programs for the institution. The Rector, Prof. Salisu Usman, revealed this in a statement signed by Uredo Omale, the Director of Public Relations and Protocol at the institution, which […]

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FG Considers Converting Colleges of Education into Universities, Says Minister

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 22, 2025

The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has stated that the ministry is evaluating a proposal to transform all federal colleges of education across the nation into universities of education. Alausa shared this information during his ministry’s 2025 budget presentation to the joint House of Representatives Committees on Education at the National Assembly in Abuja. […]

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ITU, Global Partners Work to Close AI Skills, Access Gap

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 22, 2025

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, the East Africa Community, and Cognizant are among over 25 global organizations that will be key contributors to the AI Skills Coalition, a project launched by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) aimed at closing the global AI skills gap and ensuring equal access to AI education. The AI for Good […]

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Heirs Insurance Group Empowers 500 Schoolchildren, Communities with ‘The Good Project’

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 22, 2025

Heirs Insurance Group, Nigeria’s fastest-growing insurance company, has launched an initiative to empower underserved communities through training and the benefits of upcycling, as part of its sustainability objectives. Named ‘The Good Project’, Heirs Insurance Group educated communities on the advantages of transforming waste materials into reusable products, thus

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UI Students to Hold Peaceful Protest Over Blackout

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 21, 2025

The University of Ibadan students’ union is preparing to stage a peaceful protest after their 7-day deadline to the federal government to resolve the ongoing blackout at the University College of Medicine (UCH) in Ibadan passed without action. The student union, led by its president, Aweda Bolaji, will gather at the main gate of UCH […]

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Lagos to Broadcast 320 Educational Lessons on TV, Social Media

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 21, 2025

The Lagos State Government has made arrangements to air 320 school lessons across 10 subjects on Lagos Television and various social media platforms. These lessons, which are part of the Eko Learners Support Programme, aim to help students prepare for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examination Council (NECO). Mr. […]

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Anambra Govt. set to upgrade 29 public schools to ‘smart schools’ says Commissioner

Angel Ojonugwa January 21, 2025

AKWA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Anambra State Government says plans are underway to upgrade 29 public schools in the state into ‘smart schools’ for efficient and technology-driven education system. Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, the state Commissioner for Education, made the disclosure while speaking with journalists on Tuesday in Awka. She described ‘smart school’ as an

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Toddler’s death in swimming pool: Lagos shuts down school

Angel Ojonugwa January 21, 2025

LAGOS (Sundiata Scholar) – Lagos State Government has closed Smiley Kids Montessori School on Heritage Place Estate, Sangotedo, following the death of a toddler in its swimming pool. According to a statement by Mr Kayode Sutton, Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, the school was shut on Friday, The […]

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Wini Group to Establish Africa’s First AI University in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 21, 2025

As part of a strategy to enhance Artificial Intelligence (AI) development across Africa, the first AI-focused university in Nigeria is set to be built in Epe, Lagos. The university is designed to transform Africa into a leading technological hub, tackle unemployment by providing Nigerian youth with advanced AI skills, and position the country as a […]