Tertiary institutions

WAEC bans 13 schools in Kogi for examination malpractices

Angel Ojonugwa November 22, 2024

LOKOJA (Sundiata Sholar) – The West African Examination Counci (WAEC) has banned 13 schools in Kogi for various degrees of examination malpractices in the 2023/2024 examinations. The state’s Commissioner for Education, Mr. Wemi Jones, made the disclosure during a meeting with some

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Oborevwori Allocates N713 Million for 2024 Delta State Bursary Award

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the release of N713 million for the 2024 bursary award aimed at supporting students of Delta State origin studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. In a statement issued on Thursday in Asaba, the Executive Secretary of the Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, Dr. […]

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First Lady Announces N50m Endowment Fund for YABATECH’s Best Female Student

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, announced the creation of a N50 million endowment fund dedicated to the overall best female student at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) yesterday. The announcement coincided with the conferment of a Fellowship Award to her during the college’s 36th convocation held in Yaba, Lagos. Representing the First Lady, Wahab […]

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FG Reinstates Ikechebelu, Modebelu as UNIZIK Acting VC and Registrar

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Federal Government has reinstated Professor Joseph Ikechebelu as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK). This announcement was made by Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education. According to Sani-Gwarzo, the reinstatement followed the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, through a letter dated

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UNICROSS Postgraduate Admission Form 2024/2025 – Application Procedure

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), formerly known as Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH), has commenced the sale of Postgraduate Admission Forms for the 2024/2025 academic session. This opportunity is available for candidates aspiring to enrol in Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s, and Doctorate programmes across various faculties and disciplines.

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ESUT Releases 2024/2025 Supplementary Admission Form

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has announced the commencement of its supplementary admission process for the 2024/2025 academic session. T his opportunity is available to suitable candidates who chose ESUT as their first or preferred institution in the 2024 UTME but have not yet been offered admission into the regular undergraduate […]

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FCT College of Education to Hold Combined Convocation for Over 1,000 Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

The Federal Capital Territory College of Education, Zuba, has announced its 3rd combined convocation ceremony, set to honour more than 1,000 graduates. Speaking during a pre-convocation press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, the Provost, Dr Sule Mundi, revealed that the graduates would receive the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) across 28 programmes. Dr Mundi noted

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Kwara Secondary School Clash Leaves Several Students Injured

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

A clash between students from two secondary schools in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, has reportedly left multiple students injured. The altercation, which occurred on Monday around 11:00 a.m., resulted in more than ten students sustaining injuries. According to an eyewitness, the incident involved students from Government High School and Government Day Secondary School,

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Soludo Shuts Schools in Anambra Ahead of Senator Ubah’s Burial

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has directed the closure of schools in the Nnewi zone for one week to prevent potential unrest during the burial of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. This decision follows an attack by gunmen in Nnewi on Wednesday evening, which resulted in several fatalities and a vehicle being set ablaze. […]

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WAEC Blacklists 13 Schools, 14 Supervisors in Kogi Over Examination Malpractices

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 20, 2024

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has blacklisted 13 schools and 14 supervisors in Kogi State for their alleged involvement in examination malpractices. This development was disclosed by the Kogi State Commissioner for Education, Hon. Wemi Jones, during a meeting in Lokoja with principals and supervisors implicated in the malpractice cases. Hon. Jones reiterated

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FG Dismisses Pro-Chancellor of Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, over Misconduct

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 20, 2024

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has announced the dismissal of the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, Benue State, Ohieku Salami. The decision was attributed to conduct “unbecoming of his office” and violations of established procedures. A statement issued by Folashade Boriowo, Director of

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FG Dismisses UNIZIK VC, Dissolves Governing Council

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 20, 2024

The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the dismissal of Dr. Bernard Odoh as Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and the dissolution of the university’s Governing Council. This decision follows allegations of irregularities in Odoh’s appointment and governance failures by the council. The announcement, signed by the Director of Press and Public

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Nigerian Government Allocates N112bn for Safe Schools Initiative

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 20, 2024

The Nigerian government has committed N112 billion to its National Plan for Safe Schools over the next three years, aiming to secure educational environments across the country. Marking Universal Children’s Day 2024, the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, announced this significant investment, highlighting its role in protecting children’s rights and

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FG urges tertiary institutions to focus on practical research

Angel Ojonugwa November 20, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Federal Government has emphasised the need for tertiary institutions and research institutes to focus on practical teachings, research, and innovations to address Nigeria’s developmental challenges. This call was made by the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, at the TETFund National Exhibition Fair in Abuja on Monday. Alausa

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I’ve defrayed 95% of N1.2bn debts I inherited–Outgoing NTI D-G

Angel Ojonugwa November 20, 2024

KADUNA ( Sundiata Scholar) – Prof. Musa Garba-Maitafsir, outgoing Director-General of the National Teachers’ Institute (NTI), Kaduna, said he has defrayed over 95 per cent of the N1.2billion debts he inherited over three years ago. reports that he spoke on Monday in Kaduna while handing over the helm of affairs to the new director-general, Prof. […]

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Tinubu urges unions to partner with govt on funding blueprint for university system

Angel Ojonugwa November 19, 2024

IBADAN (Sundiata Scholar) – President Bola Tinubu on Monday in Ibadan urged unions in the universities to partner with government to develop a funding blueprint for the country’s university system. Tinubu said this while speaking at the 76th Founder’s Day and Convocation ceremonies of the University of Ibadan (UI). He said such a blueprint should […]

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NTI gets approval to award degree, says outgoing D-G

Angel Ojonugwa November 19, 2024

KADUNA (Sundiata Scholar) – The National Teachers’ Institute (NTI) has been given the permission to award a degree of Education in Distance Learning, according to its outgoing Director-General, Prof. Musa Garba-Maitafsir. reports that he spoke on Monday in Kaduna when he handed over to his successor, Prof. Sa’adiyya Sani-Daura. Garba-Maitafsir said she was coming at

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Technical, vocational training now 80% practical- Alausa

Angel Ojonugwa November 19, 2024

ABUJA (Sundiata Scholar) – The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has announced a restructuring of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system to ensure that 80 per cent of the curriculum focuses on practical work. Alausa made the statement in Abuja on Sunday during a press conference to announce the Maiden Edition […]

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How Nigeria can harness policy on adolescent health- Stakeholders

Angel Ojonugwa November 19, 2024

IBADAN (Sundiata Scholar) – Stakeholders in adolescent health have called for robust partnership and collaboration to harness Nigeria’s policy on adolescents and youths health to secure the nation’s future. They made the call at the Stakeholders Forum on Adolescent and Youth Health Policy in Nigeria on Sunday. reports that the University of Ibadan (UI) Research […]

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Kebbi to emulate Indonesian model to transform Almajiri system

Angel Ojonugwa November 19, 2024

BIRNIN KEBBI (Sundiata Scholar) – The Kebbi Government has stepped-up efforts to transform its Almajiri system of education by emulating the Indonesian model, Alhaji Sani Aliyu, Commissioner for Religious Affairs, has disclosed. The commissioner, who made this known on Sunday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Birnin Kebbi, said a government’s […]