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Publishers seek involvement in education curriculum change

Angel Ojonugwa November 29, 2024

LAGOS (Sundiata Scholar) – Mr Uchenna Anioke, President and Chairman-in-Council, Nigerian Publishers Association (NPA), has called on the Federal Government to involve publishers in any education curriculum change. Anioke made the call at the 2024 Annual Conference and General Meeting of

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Leaked memo uncovers new ways to secure university admissions in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

“My son registered and wrote the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) three times before he was able to secure admission into the university to study,” recounted Mr. Ifeanyi Ozoemena. Despite scoring over 200 in each sitting, Ifeanyi’s son struggled to gain admission to study computer science at a Southwest university. His breakthrough came only after […]

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Ajayi Crowther University Alumni Donate Sienna Bus to Support Alma Mater

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The alumni association of Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State, has generously donated a Sienna bus worth millions of naira to the university. This contribution aims to facilitate the movement and activities of the institution’s principal officers. The donation was officially presented on Wednesday during the university’s 16th convocation ceremonies and alumni lecture,

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Swansea University 2025 PhD Scholarship for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The integration of symbolic computing with machine learning models is crucial for advancing the discovery of governing knowledge in real-world systems. This proposed research focuses on developing Explainable Artificial Intelligence Computing for knowledge discovery applications, contributing to cutting-edge advancements in the field of Artificial Intelligence knowledge

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Educationist harps on recruitment of quality teachers in Oyo state

Angel Ojonugwa November 29, 2024

IBADAN (Sundiata Scholar) – An educationist, Dr Olumuyiwa Bamgbose, has underscored the need for recruitment of quality teachers to revamp the education sector in Oyo State. In an interview with the in Ibadan on Thursday, Bamgbose, the CEO of Educational Advancement Centre (EAC), said the quality of teachers employed in the sector would improve the […]

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Chinese Government 2025 Scholarship Programme at China Pharmaceutical University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Chinese Government Scholarship—High-Level Postgraduate Programme is a fully funded scholarship established by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China. It aims to support select Chinese universities in attracting exceptional international students to undertake postgraduate studies in China. This programme, provided by the Ministry of Education,

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Jigawa Education College Staff Receive N17m in Allowance

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Jigawa State College of Education has begun the payment of outstanding allowances owed to its casual workers. The payment, totalling ₦17,028,000, was approved by the state governor, Malam Umar Namadi. According to the registrar of the college, Mr. Bala Isyaku, the amount has been disbursed to 203 eligible casual workers through online transfers via […]

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Kogi Gov Spent ₦20bn on University in Two Years – Education Commissioner

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Kogi State government has revealed that it spent ₦20 billion on the Kogi State University, Kabba, which was established two years ago. The disclosure was made by the State Commissioner for Education, Wemi Jones, during a keynote address at the Professor Mathew Ajibero memorial lecture. The lecture, organised by the Nigeria-Korea Friendship Institute in […]

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Don Advises Against Recommending Yam Varieties for Diabetic Patients

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

A professor of Public and Community Health Nursing at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Professor Elkenah Ndie, has advised against recommending specific yam varieties for diabetic patients. Speaking during NOUN’s 30th Inaugural Lecture in Abuja, Professor Ndie emphasised that portion control, rather than the type of yam consumed, should be the focus of […]

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ASUU expresses concern over rise in number of first-class graduates from private universities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has voiced concerns about the increasing number of first-class graduates emerging from private universities in Nigeria. ASUU’s National President, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, described the trend as troubling, warning that it could compromise academic integrity if adopted by public universities without adequate regulation.

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HND/BSC disparity: promotion of technical education will reframe perception—PCC , stakeholders

Angel Ojonugwa November 28, 2024

AKURE (Sundiata Scholar) – Public Complaints Commission (PCC) and stakeholders have called for promotion of technical education to reframe public perception of Higher National Degree (HND) and bachelor’s degree disparity in civil service across the country. Mr Kehinde Oni, PCC Federal Commissioner representing Ondo State, who made the call during a town hall/public

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Gov. Otti inaugurates smart school in Abia

Angel Ojonugwa November 28, 2024

AMAEKPU (Sundiata Scholar) – Abia,Gov. Alex Otti of Abia on Wednesday inaugurated Ofali Agwu Smart School to promote digital learning in the state.Otti said this on Wednesday during the inauguration of Ofali Agwu Smart School in Amaekpu Ohafia in Ohafia Local Government Area. reports that the project was facilitated by the Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal

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Why we created African School of Governance – Rwanda’s president

Angel Ojonugwa November 28, 2024

LAGOS (Sundiata Scholar) – Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame says African School of Governance (ASG) will carry the aspirations of the African continent. Kagame said the institution was founded with the expectation that, through its teaching, research and advocacy, something convincing and capable of changing the lives of Africans would emerge. In a statement, ASG

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Yusuf inaugurates 10 FG CNG buses for workers

Angel Ojonugwa November 28, 2024

KANO (Sundiata Scholar) – in Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf of Kano State, on Wednesday, inaugurated 10 Federal Government’s Compressed Natural Gas-powered buses to provide affordable transportation for workers in the North West region. The buses were inaugurated at the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Secretariat in Kano. In a speech, Kabir-Yusuf commended President Bola Tinubu

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FG targets STEM, vocational education in new strategy

Angel Ojonugwa November 28, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) –  The Federal Government has introduced a new strategy focused on promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), enhancing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), and raising the overall standard of education. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, stated this in Abuja on Wednesday while

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FG urges universities to establish sexual assault referral centres

Angel Ojonugwa November 28, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Federal Government has called on universities to set up Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) to address cases of sexual harassment and ensure timely intervention within the university community. Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, made the call at a national summit on sexual harassment in tertiary education in Nigeria

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UNIABUJA Institute for Publishing Studies Opens Applications for 2023/2024 Stream II Admission

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 28, 2024

The International Institute for Publishing Studies (UIIPS) at the University of Abuja is pleased to invite applications from qualified candidates for admission into its prestigious professional degree program, the Master’s in Publishing Studies (MPS), for the 2023/2024 Academic Session (Stream II). This program is designed to equip professionals with advanced skills and

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POLAC Announces Screening Process for 11th Regular Course Admission

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 28, 2024

The Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC) invites all candidates who successfully completed their online registration for admission into the 11th Regular Course to participate in the Automated Physical/Credential Screening, Computer-Based Test (CBT), Medical Screening, and Board Interview exercises. These activities are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at

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GTCO 2024-2025 Summer Internship Program For African Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 28, 2024

The GTCO Summer Internship Programme is designed to offer highly skilled and driven African students abroad practical experience in developing innovative solutions that set benchmarks for excellence locally and globally. This programme provides participants with hands-on work experience, enabling them to collaborate directly with specific GTCO divisions. The knowledge and

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Summit University Undergraduate Scholarship Programme for Nigerian Students 2024/2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 28, 2024

Unlock the door to a brighter future with the Summit University Undergraduate Scholarship Programme. This initiative is designed to help Nigerian students achieve their academic aspirations by providing financial assistance and fostering educational excellence. Apply today to take the first step towards realising your academic goals and shaping your future! Benefits of