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TETFund Refutes Claims of N325m Funding for APC

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 14, 2024

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has denied allegations that it allocated N325 million to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State. The denial follows a petition by the APC Women Leader in Adamawa, Patricia Yakubu, accusing the Fund of financial misappropriation. In a

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Wema Bank/Mastercard/EDC 2024 Youth Transformation Programme for Nigerians (Up to N5,000,000)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 14, 2024

The Youth Transformation Programme provides extensive training and support to young Nigerian entrepreneurs, strongly focusing on female entrepreneurs aged 18-35. The programme aims to equip participants with the tools and knowledge required to thrive in today’s competitive business environment by offering enterprise training, grant opportunities, market access assistance,

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UNESCO/Guillermo Cano 2025 World Press Freedom Prize

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 14, 2024

Established in 1997, the annual UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize recognises individuals, organisations, or institutions that have made remarkable contributions to defending or advancing press freedom worldwide, particularly under challenging and dangerous circumstances. The Prize, initiated by UNESCO’s Executive Board, is officially awarded by UNESCO

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CRASSH 2025 British Academy International Fellowship Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 13, 2024

The Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CRASSH) at the University of Cambridge is inviting applications for the British Academy International Fellowship scheme. This two-year fellowship, organised by the British Academy, aims to attract and retain emerging international talent in the UK, fostering a globally connected and dynamic research

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2025 Fully Funded Graduate Scholarship at KAIST for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 13, 2024

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), a leading national research university, is offering fully funded scholarships to international students pursuing Master’s and PhD programmes in South Korea. This scholarship is awarded to 94% of all admitted students, offering applicants an excellent chance of securing financial support. The KAIST Graduate

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Benue Assembly suspends teachers’ recruitment exercise

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 13, 2024

The Benue State House of Assembly has directed the immediate suspension of the ongoing primary school teachers’ recruitment exercise conducted by the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (BSUBEB). The Assembly has summoned the Executive Chairman of SUBEB, Dr. Grace Adagba, to appear on Tuesday to address concerns regarding the recruitment of individuals with

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Rice University’s 2025 Graduate-Level Student Startup Business Plan Competition

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 13, 2024

Now in its 24th year, the competition provides collegiate entrepreneurs with hands-on experience in pitching their startups, refining business strategies, and understanding the essentials of launching a successful company. Hosted and organised by the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship—an internationally acclaimed initiative by Rice University dedicated to

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One Young World 2025 Enterprising Futures Scholarship for Young Nigerians

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 13, 2024

By 2030, it is estimated that over 2 billion young individuals will be seeking employment and opportunities, highlighting underemployment and job scarcity as major socio-economic and security challenges of our time. Youth unemployment has been directly associated with feelings of exclusion, anxiety, and despair, and at its extreme, can lead to poverty, violent extremism,

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Edo SUBEB Boss Awards N1 Million to UNIBEN Best Graduate

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 12, 2024

Dr. Paddy Iyamu, the Executive Chair of the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), has honoured James Allen, the best graduating student of the University of Benin (UNIBEN), during a celebration at his office. Allen, a native of Akoko Edo, achieved a remarkable Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.98/5.0 in Petroleum Engineering, the […]

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Yabatech Appoints New Bursar, Registrar

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 12, 2024

The Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) has announced the appointment of Mr. John Olusola Dada as the new substantive bursar and Mrs. Henrietta Adebola Gbemisola Badejo as the new registrar. According to a statement released yesterday by the Acting Registrar, Dr. E. J. A. Akinwale, the appointments, approved by the Governing Council of Yabatech, are […]

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NOUN Unveils Advanced Data Centre, Registration Portal

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 12, 2024

The African Centre of Excellence on Technology Enhanced Learning (ACETEL), housed at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), has achieved a significant breakthrough in enhancing technological capabilities and operational efficiency at Nigeria’s foremost open university. ACETEL, one of the World Bank-supported Centres of Excellence in select Nigerian universities,

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Zulum Enrols 1.5 Million Students in Borno Schools, Restores 104 Institutions

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 11, 2024

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has announced the enrolment of 1.5 million children who were previously out of school into primary and secondary institutions across the state. Speaking in Maiduguri during the inauguration of Government Secondary School, Mairi, alongside Dr. Ndiame Diop, the World Bank Country Director in Nigeria, Zulum stated that the initiative

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NDDC Chief Ogbuku Highlights Old Students’ Contributions to Societal Progress

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 11, 2024

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has emphasised the significant role that old students’ associations play in the advancement of their alma maters and society. Speaking over the weekend at the annual luncheon and dinner of the Government College Ughelli Old Boys’ Association (GCUOBA), Warri Branch, held at […]

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Senate Passes Bill to Establish Federal University of Mining in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 11, 2024

The Nigerian Senate has approved a bill to establish a Federal University of Mining and Geo-Science in Jos, Plateau State. This legislation, sponsored by Diket Plang (APC, Plateau Central), repeals the Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geo-Science Act of 2018. The Senate reached this decision following a clause-by-clause review of the bill during its plenary […]

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Great Ife Alumni 2025 Scholarship for Nigerian Undergraduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 11, 2024

The DFW Branch of the Great Ife Alumni Association is delighted to announce its annual scholarship programme for students of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. The Great Ife Alumni Scholarship reflects a commitment to giving back to the university that has empowered DFW members to not only face life’s challenges but excel despite them. Recognising […]

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AAUA to Produce 62 First-Class Graduates at 13th Convocation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 10, 2024

The Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko (AAUA), Professor Olugbenga Ige, announced on Monday that a total of 6,837 students will graduate at the university’s 13th Convocation ceremony, set to take place on Friday, 13th, and Saturday, 14th December 2024. Of the graduating students, 62 achieved First Class Honours, 1,941 earned Second Class Honours

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71 Bag First-Class as KWASU Graduates 6,374 Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 10, 2024

Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, is set to graduate 6,374 students for the 2023/2024 academic session. The Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Professor Shaykh Luqman-Jimoh, revealed this during a press briefing marking the commencement of the 12th Convocation ceremonies of KWASU. Among the graduating students, 71 achieved first-class honours, while 1,828 attained

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DW Akademie 2025 International Media Studies Master’s Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 10, 2024

The full-time, four-semester DW Akademie International Media Studies Master’s Programme provides a unique blend of research, lectures, and practical training, equipping students for careers in the communications and media industry. This interdisciplinary programme covers a wide range of topics, including media and development, journalism, communication science, and media

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Grace Empowerment International 2025 Undergraduate Scholarship

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 10, 2024

Applications are now open for the Grace Empowerment International 2025 Undergraduate Scholarship. Grace Empowerment International Inc., a charitable organisation, is dedicated to giving back to the community through the blessings it receives. The organisation is committed to bringing joy and meeting the needs of individuals living in poverty, vulnerable, or in need.

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Ikeja Record 2025 Community Report Award (Up to #500,000)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 10, 2024

The Ikeja Record, a publication focused on community matters, is pleased to announce the introduction of the Ikeja Record Community Report Award, a new programme designed to highlight untold stories from Lagos communities. “We believe that powerful storytelling can inspire action and foster understanding,” said Ikeja Record editor, Solomon Elusoji.