Edu News

UniAbuja Alumni Oppose Proposed Renaming of Institution After Gowon

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 24, 2024

The University of Abuja Alumni Association and former student leaders have opposed the Federal Government’s proposal to rename the university after former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon. This stance was outlined in a statement titled “Proposed Renaming of University of Abuja to Yakubu Gowon

Edu News

Australia Implements New System for Offshore Student Visa Prioritisation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 24, 2024

The Australian Government has introduced a new framework to prioritise offshore student visa applications, aiming to create equitable access for international students across educational institutions. This initiative follows the decision to withdraw a proposed law that would have restricted the number of international students allowed in the country. Instead of enforcing

Edu News

CAN Appeals for Reintroduction of CRK in Niger Schools

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 24, 2024

The Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese and Chairman of the Niger State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, has urged the state government to reintroduce Christian Religious Knowledge (CRK) into the curriculum of public schools. Rev. Yohanna made this appeal during his Christmas message at the Carol of Nine […]

Edu News

NANS Urges JAMB to Reassess Decision on Over 7,000 Invalidated Graduate Admissions

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 23, 2024

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to reconsider its ruling that invalidated the admissions of more than 7,000 graduates from several institutions, including Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma. In a statement, the Senate President of NANS, Akinteye Afeez, called on the board, led by

Edu News

3 OOU Students Killed, 2 Injured in Car Accident

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 23, 2024

A tragic auto accident along the Ago-Iwoye–Ilisan road has claimed the lives of three students from Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State. The incident occurred on Friday at approximately 3:30 pm and was attributed to “overspeeding.” Two additional students from the institution sustained injuries in the crash. Superintendent of Police (SP) Omolola

Edu News

UNILORIN Sets Deadline, Introduces Weekly Fine for Unclaimed Certificates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 23, 2024

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has announced a final deadline for graduates to retrieve their unclaimed certificates. In a statement signed by M.A. Alfanla on Sunday, the university declared that Friday, 17th January 2025, would be the last date for graduates to collect their certificates without incurring a penalty. Graduates who fail to meet this […]

Edu News

Former UI Vice Chancellor, Idowu Olayinka, Named Pro-Chancellor

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 23, 2024

Prof. Idowu Olayinka, a former vice chancellor of the University of Ibadan (UI), has been appointed as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council at West Midlands Open University, Ibadan. During the inauguration, Prof. Olayinka was joined by other council members, including Vice Chancellor Prof. Olumide Babatope Longe, Senate Representative Air Commodore

Edu News

Abia to Implement Free Basic Education Policy in 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 23, 2024

The Abia State Government has announced plans to introduce compulsory free education for primary schools and Junior Secondary Schools 1–3 starting in 2025, following approval by Governor Alex Otti. This development was revealed by the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Goodluck Ubochi, in Umuahia on Friday during a reception for Abia State students who […]

Edu News

ASUU Criticises FG, States Over Inadequate Education Budgets

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 21, 2024

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) criticised the Federal and state governments on Friday for their 2025 education budgets, describing the allocations as a demonstration of disregard and underestimation of the education sector’s significance. During his address to the National Assembly on Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu unveiled the 2025 budget proposal, a

Edu News

NOVA Bank Graduate Trainee Programme 2025 for Nigerian Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 20, 2024

NOVA Bank strives to become “Africa’s most preferred financial solutions provider” by delivering exceptional value in its markets, guided by the philosophy of New Thinking. New Opportunities. The bank is committed to nurturing the next generation of innovators to drive the future of banking and spearhead the next banking revolution. The NOVA Graduate Trainee Programme […]

Edu News

Bill to rename Benue varsity passes second reading

Angel Ojonugwa December 20, 2024

The Majority Leader, Mr Saater Tiseer (APC/Mbagwa), said that the provisions of the assembly’s Standing Orders XII, Rule 83, limited the second reading to the general merits and principles of a bill and not its details. Tiseer said that the bill was aimed at changing the maiden name of the university to Adasu as a […]

Edu News

NUC approves 8 new degree programmes for FCE(T), Bichi

Angel Ojonugwa December 20, 2024

KANO (Sundiata Scholar) –  The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved eight new degree programmes for the Federal College of Education (Technical), Bichi. The new courses are to be offered in affiliation with Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, and the University of Jos (UNIJOS). This is contained in a statement issued by the Public […]

Edu News

NUC approves 8 new degree programmes for FCE(T), Bichi

Angel Ojonugwa December 20, 2024

KANO (Sundiata Scholar) – The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved eight new degree programmes for the Federal College of Education (Technical), Bichi. The new courses are to be offered in affiliation with Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, and the University of Jos (UNIJOS). This is contained in a statement issued by the Public […]

Edu News

House of Representatives Proposes Removal of NECO, UI, 21 MDAs from 2025 Budget

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 20, 2024

The House of Representatives has proposed excluding the National Examinations Council (NECO), the University of Ibadan, the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, and 21 other ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) from the 2025 budget. This recommendation stems from the repeated failure of these organisations to account for prior budgetary allocations and

Edu News

TETFund Commissions N866 Million Projects at Cross River College of Education

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 20, 2024

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has commissioned three projects valued at ₦866,788,453.84 at the College of Education, Akamkpa, Cross River State. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Arc. Sonny Echono, presided over the inauguration of the projects as part of the 2024 TETFund Management Retreat activities held in Cross River State. During the commissioning,

Edu News

STEAM Initiative Launches in 6 Pilot States with 222 Teachers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 20, 2024

Scholars advocating for the implementation of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) initiative in Nigeria have called for its integration into pre-primary, primary, and secondary school curricula to foster growth in technological innovation. The initiative, currently piloted in six states—Adamawa, Ebonyi, Nasarawa, Ondo, Rivers, and

Edu News

NMCN Inducts EKSU’s First Set of Nursing Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 20, 2024

A total of 54 pioneer nursing graduates from Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti, have been officially inducted into the nursing profession in Nigeria. At the maiden induction and oath-taking ceremony held at the university, EKSU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Babatola Ayodele, encouraged the inductees—comprising 7 males and 47 females—to be exemplary ambassadors of the

Edu News

NUC Approves New Programmes at Maranatha University Lagos, Including Law, Nursing

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 19, 2024

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has authorised Maranatha University Lagos (MUL) to launch seven new academic programmes. These include nursing, public health, health information management, physiotherapy, law, English and History and international relations. A statement released by the university’s management noted that English and History would be offered at

Edu News

Coronation Merchant Bank Graduate Trainee Programme 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 19, 2024

The Coronation Graduate Trainee Programme Academy aims to attract fresh talent into companies within the Coronation Ecosystem. This initiative provides recent graduates with a unique platform to acquire hands-on experience, benefit from customised training, and receive mentorship, all within a dynamic and supportive work setting. The Academy emphasises building technical

Edu News

2025 Internship Programme at the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 19, 2024

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), established in 2013 by CIFOR-ICRAF in collaboration with core partners such as UNEP, the World Bank, and the German Government, has prioritised the meaningful inclusion of youth and other traditionally marginalised groups as a fundamental aspect of its operations since its inception. Benefits of GLF Internship Program The primaryobjective