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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

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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 […]

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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

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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,

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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NUC accredits 10 new programmes for KWASU

Angel Ojonugwa December 19, 2024

ILLORIN (Sundiata Scholar) –  The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 10 new programmes to be run by the Kwara State University (KWASU) effect from the 2024/2025 session. Acting Director, University Relations, Dr Saeedat Aliyu in a statement on Wednesday said the approval is  contained in a letter to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Shaykh-Luqman

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UniAbuja, UNILAG, FUTA, and Other University Renaming Decisions That Stirred Debate

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) recently announced plans to rename the University of Abuja in honour of General Yakubu Gowon’s 90th birthday, a decision that has provoked considerable discussion. The institution is set to be renamed Yakubu Gowon University, pending approval from the National Assembly. According to the Minister of Information and National Orientation,

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UBEC Strengthens SBMCs to Address Out-of-School Children Crisis

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has enhanced the operations of School Based Management Committees (SBMCs) as part of its strategy to tackle the challenge of 10.5 million out-of-school children in Nigeria. The Commission emphasised the pivotal role SBMCs play in increasing school enrolment and fostering effective school management within local communities.

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Tinubu Allocates N47B to Universities of Agriculture, Medical Schools

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Federal Government has earmarked N47 billion to enhance the development of agricultural universities and medical schools across Nigeria. This funding initiative is aimed at fostering innovation in agriculture and improving healthcare training nationwide, as disclosed by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, during a meeting with pro-chancellors of federal

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Ogun Education Ministry Becomes Certiport Authorised Training Centre—Commissioner

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

The Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, has announced that the ministry is now a recognised Certiport Certificate Centre, offering workforce testing and certification for digital literacy skills. Prof. Arigbabu made this revelation in Abeokuta during the presentation of Microsoft Certificate Education to Master Trainers

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Tinubu Appoints Garba as UBEC Executive Secretary

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 18, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has named Aisha Garba, an international development expert, as the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). Garba, a Senior Education Specialist with the World Bank, has over 24 years of experience implementing transformative education programmes that advance human and economic development. Her work spans several

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NANS Issues 14-Day Ultimatum to FG Over Adamawa, Borno Road Projects

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Zone E, has given the Federal Government a 14-day deadline to mobilise contractors back to the sites of four major road projects currently ongoing in the northeast region. The Zone E Coordinator, Umar Afkawa, stated this in a press release, a copy of which was received by the […]

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Kogi Governor Signs Law to Establish CUSTECH Teaching Hospital

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

The Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has signed a bill transforming the state-of-the-art Reference Hospital in Okene into the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) Teaching Hospital. The announcement was made in Lokoja on Tuesday by the State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, during a press briefing. This

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UNILAG Launches Solar-Powered Buses, Unveils New Logo

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

On Monday, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) launched buses powered by solar energy and electricity, to achieve zero emissions. The institution also revealed its updated logo during the event. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, introduced both the buses and the new logo at a media briefing in Lagos. Ogunsola explained that the buses were produced […]

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Florence Agogo Foundation 2025 Undergraduate Scholarship for Nigerian Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 17, 2024

Applications are now open for the Florence Agogo Foundation Bursary Programme. This initiative is designed to assist university students facing financial challenges who are enrolled in public universities across Nigeria. The Florence Agogo Foundation was established out of a desire to “contribute our little bit to making the world a better place.” As a

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Student, Trader Sentenced to 6 Months for Firearms Possession

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 16, 2024

A Magistrates’ Court in Jos on Monday sentenced a 17-year-old student and a 23-year-old trader, Daniel Abok, to six months in a correctional facility for the unlawful possession of firearms. Magistrate Shawomi Bokkos summarily tried and sentenced the defendants following their guilty pleas to the charge. In his ruling, Bokkos offered the convicts the option […]