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Principal Suspended Over Poor Meals in Akwa Ibom School

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 25, 2024

The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Idongesit Etiebet, has ordered the immediate suspension of Dr. Nse Sunday Umoh, the principal of Presbyterian Senior Science College, Ididep, in the Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area. Concerns over irregularities in the feeding of boarding

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University of Ibadan Establishes Wole Soyinka Institute

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 25, 2024

As part of its 76th Foundation Day Anniversary, the University of Ibadan (UI) has launched the Wole Soyinka Institute to honour its distinguished alumnus, Nobel laureate Prof. Oluwole Akinwande Babatunde Soyinka, a globally celebrated author, humanist, and civil rights activist. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Oyebode Adebowale, announced the decision of the

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FUTMinna Postpones Resumption for 2024/2025 Academic Session

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 25, 2024

The Federal University of Technology, Minna has announced a postponement of the resumption date for the 2024/2025 academic session. The university stated that academic activities are now scheduled to begin on Monday, 20th January 2025. This decision was taken to ensure a more conducive atmosphere for teaching, research, and learning, considering prevailing circumstances.

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NANS Expresses Concern Over Worsening Hunger, Economic Crisis in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 24, 2024

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action to tackle hunger and economic challenges in the country, warning that citizens are facing severe hardship. In a statement issued on Saturday by Abdulyekinn Odunayo, Clerk of the Senate at NANS headquarters, the association criticised the prevailing conditions,

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NECO Approves More International Schools for SSCE

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 24, 2024

The National Examinations Council (NECO) announced on Saturday the accreditation of additional international schools as part of its efforts to expand its global reach. In a statement, NECO’s acting Director of Public Relations, Azeez Sanni, revealed that the newly accredited schools are located in Niger Republic and Equatorial Guinea. According to Sanni, NECO’s

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Academic Luminary and Gender Advocate, Prof Olabisi Aina Retires from OAU at 70

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 23, 2024

For three memorable days, the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, celebrated the remarkable career of renowned academic and gender advocate, Prof Olabisi Idowu Aina, who retired at the age of 70 after nearly 40 years of exemplary service. Prof Aina’s profound contributions to academia, especially in advancing gender research and policy in Nigeria, […]

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25% of Kano primary schools have only 1 teacher for all six grades, PLANE reports

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 23, 2024

The Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE), an education initiative funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has disclosed that approximately 25% of primary schools in Kano State operate with only one teacher catering to all six primary grades. This revelation was made on Thursday during the presentation of findings […]

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FUTA Celebrates 519 First-Class Graduands at Combined Convocation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 23, 2024

The Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) is set to honour 519 students graduating with First-Class honours during its combined 34th and 35th convocation ceremonies. This announcement was made by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, at a press briefing marking the commencement of the convocation events. Professor Oladiji revealed that the

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Minister of Education urged to address university strikes through online earning

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 23, 2024

In light of persistent strikes affecting Nigeria’s tertiary education sector, Abba Michael, the head of the Institute of Commercial Management United Kingdom (ICM-UK) in Nigeria, has advocated for the adoption of online education as a solution. Michael called on Tunji Alausa, the newly appointed Minister of Education, to promote online learning programmes in Nigerian

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Oyo SUBEB releases first batch of newly recruited teachers, caregivers

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

IBADAN (Sundiata Scholar) – The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has released the names of 5,600 newly recruited primary school teachers and 80 caregivers. SUBEB Chairman, Dr Nureni Adeniran, who disclosed this in Ibadan on Wednesday, said the list was duly approved by Gov. Seyi Makinde. He added the newly engaged teachers and […]

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Stranded Zamfara students in Cyprus: Parents seek Lawal’s intervention

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

GUSAU (Sundiata Scholar) – The parents and guardians of the Zamfara students stranded in Cyprus have called for Gov. Dauda Lawal’s urgent intervention. The Chairman of the parent’s association, Ibrahim Tudu, made the appeal while addressing newsmen in Gusau on Wednesday.Tudu called on the state government to take tentative measures to rescue their children.He said,

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3,700 students write National Sec. Commission’s MLA examinations in Nigeria

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

KADUNA (Sundiata Scholar) – No fewer than 3,700 students from Senior Secondary (SS) classes two and three, on Wednesday began writing the National Senior Secondary Education Commission’s (NSSEC) Monitoring of Learners Achievement (MLA) examination in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary (ES) of NSSEC, Dr. Iyela Ajayi, disclosed this to newsmen at the sideline of the

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UniCal VC kick-starts activities to mark varsity’s 50th anniversary

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

CALABAR (Sundiata Scholar) – Prof. Florence Obi, the Vice Chancellor, University of Calabar (UniCal), has commenced activities to mark the 50th anniversary of the university. The theme of the celebration is: “50 Years of Impactful Knowledge and Service to Humanity”Obi said at a press conference in Calabar on Wednesday that the anniversary was a celebration […]

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FG dissolves Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity governing council

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Federal Government has ordered the dissolution of the Governing Council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, over “grave breaches of the laws governing the university’’. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa gave the order in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja, by Mrs Folashade […]

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Obasanjo urges completion of national library headquarters

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the Federal Government to prioritise the completion of the National Library of Nigeria’s headquarters. Obasanjo made this call at the 60th anniversary celebration and ‘Lit for Life Africa Festival’ of the National Library of Nigeria (NLN) in Abuja on Wednesday. He stated that completing the […]

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pro-chancellor varsity of health sciences

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Federal Government has announced the sack of Mr Ohieku Salami, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, Benue State, The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, made the announcement in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday, by Folashade Boriowo […]

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Sacked UNIZIK VC Obtained Professorship Fraudulently, Says Zamfara University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Federal University of Gusau (FUGUS), Zamfara State, has distanced itself from claims made by Bernard Odoh, the recently dismissed Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), regarding his professorship. Odoh’s tenure was terminated following allegations surrounding his appointment, recruitment process, and academic qualifications. He had asserted that he was

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Erasmus Mundus 2025 Masters Scholarship in Imaging Sciences

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

Applications are now open for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) in Imaging 2025, offering students from around the globe the opportunity to pursue advanced studies in imaging sciences while experiencing Europe’s academic excellence. This prestigious Master’s programme, funded by the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) initiative, focuses on cutting-edge

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Stanbic IBTC Launches 2024 Digital Skills Development Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Digital Skills Empowerment Programme (DiSEP) is a strategic initiative to identify and nurture digitally skilled individuals, equipping them with essential training and development to support Stanbic IBTC Group’s digital transformation efforts. This programme also addresses the shortage of digital talent in the job market. DiSEP offers an intensive learning experience

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UNIBEN VC inaugurates ultra-modern recreation centre for students

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

BENIN (Sundiata Scholar) – Prof. Lilian Salami, Vice-Chancellor on Wednesday inaugurated a multi-million naira ultra-modern students recreation centre at the Ugbowo campus of the institution. reports that the edifice was donated by the University of Benin Alumni Association of North America (UBAANA). The vice-chancellor said the new recreation centre, the first of