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Rainstorm Kills Student, Damages School in Ogun

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 21, 2025

A 14-year-old student, Timothy Amosun, who was in Junior Secondary School 3, lost his life after a rainstorm caused severe damage to Mayigi Community Comprehensive High School in Ilase, Ogun State. The Ogun State government confirmed the unfortunate incident on Wednesday through an official

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Dr. Peter Agada Bags Honorary Doctorate Degree in Acoustic Architecture

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 21, 2025

Gulf American University (GAU), in partnership with its esteemed awarding body in the United States, proudly recognized Dr. Peter Agada with an Honorary Doctorate Award in Acoustic Architecture, celebrating his outstanding contributions to the field. His expertise, innovation, and commitment to architectural excellence have significantly impacted the industry and

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Kano State Raises Salaries for Tertiary Institutions Staff

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 21, 2025

The Kano State government has authorized a salary increase of 25 per cent for academic staff and 35 per cent for non-academic staff in tertiary institutions, with implementation set for March 2025. The Commissioner for Information, Abdullahi Waiya, announced this on Thursday while addressing journalists about the decisions made during the State Executive Council meeting

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S’West Govs, Lawmakers Urged to Make Yoruba Language a Mandatory Subject in Schools

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 21, 2025

The Oodua Youth Coalition has appealed to governors in the South West to ensure that Yoruba is made a compulsory subject in public schools, emphasizing that preserving the Yoruba language is essential, as people are best identified through their language and culture. This appeal was included in a communiqué released by the group following its […]

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NELFUND to launch software for students with disabilities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 18, 2025

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has revealed plans to introduce specialized software to ensure that students with disabilities in higher institutions can fully access and benefit from its loan scheme. The Managing Director and Chief Executive of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, announced this initiative during a stakeholders’ engagement on student loans held in Benin

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NASU threatens strike over alleged ‘poor welfare’ of WAEC workers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 18, 2025

The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has given the management of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) a seven-day deadline to resolve welfare issues and accusations of victimisation against its leaders. During a press conference in Lagos on Monday, NASU’s general secretary, Peters Adeyemi, stated that if WAEC fails to meet

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ASUU reveals reason for suspending planned nationwide strike

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 18, 2025

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has provided reasons for temporarily halting its planned nationwide strike, despite months of continuous warnings about taking action over the federal government’s failure to meet its demands. The union’s decision is influenced by new assurances from the government that their concerns will be addressed this time. ASUU

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Kukah named Pro-Chancellor of Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 18, 2025

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, Kaduna State. The appointment was announced yesterday in Abuja through a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information & […]

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Tertiary institutions submit fake A’Level results for admission, says JAMB

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 18, 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has accused certain tertiary institutions of submitting students’ fake Advanced Level (A’Level) results for admission. The board noted that some institutions do not verify the authenticity of the results used for admitting candidates, particularly those applying for Direct Entry (DE). JAMB made this known in its weekly

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Durham University offers £5,000 postgraduate scholarships to 200 international students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

Durham University has introduced the Inspiring Excellence 5K Postgraduate Scholarship for 2025, giving 200 international students the opportunity to receive a £5,000 tuition fee reduction for full-time, one-year taught master’s programs beginning in September 2025. According to the university, this £5,000 scholarship will be applied directly to tuition fees and awarded to

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Benue State University Student Drowns in River Benue

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

A student from Benue State University (BSU) in Makurdi, Mr. Abel Agaba, who was reported to have drowned in the River Benue, was found on Friday. A source revealed that the deceased, a 200-level student in the university’s Chemistry Department, went missing after he went swimming in River Benue. The source, who preferred to remain […]

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OPay Extends N1.2bn 10-Year Scholarship Program to OAU

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

Nigeria’s leading financial institution, OPay, has extended its N1.2 billion 10-year scholarship initiative to students of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, making it the third university in the country to benefit from the program. According to a statement released by the financial institution, the scholarship aligns with its dedication to education and youth

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Lagos Principal, Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting Teenager

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

Officers of the Lagos Police Command have taken into custody a principal, Kayode Abolarin, and a teacher, Atueyin Martins, over allegations of physically assaulting a 15-year-old student. The accused individuals, both staff members of Okota Junior Grammar School, were alleged to have committed the act on March 11. Reports indicate that the victim lost three […]

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5 Kebbi university students die from strange disease

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

A yet-to-be-identified illness has allegedly caused the deaths of at least five students at Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA). Several students from the university, who spoke to Channels Television under the condition of anonymity, disclosed that four students passed away under mysterious circumstances last week, while another succumbed on

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UNICAL Dedicates Admin Building to Pioneer Registrar

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

The Senate of the University of Calabar has given approval for the renaming of its former Registry Building in recognition of the institution’s first Registrar, the late Dr. Onofiok Ufot. According to a statement released on Sunday, this decision serves as a tribute to Ufot’s significant contributions to the university’s development and his outstanding legacy […]

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19 Deputy Police Commissioners to Take Promotion Exam for CP Rank on March 17

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 14, 2025

A total of 19 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) have been invited to participate in a promotion examination and interactive session on Monday, March 17, 2025. The Police Service Commission (PSC) has scheduled the promotion examinations and interviews for these 19 senior officers who are seeking advancement from the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police […]

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26 Senior Police Officers to Take ACP to DCP Promotion Exam on March 18

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 14, 2025

A total of 26 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) have been invited to participate in a promotion examination and an interactive session scheduled for Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The Police Service Commission (PSC) has organized the promotion examinations and interviews for these 26 senior officers seeking to advance from the rank of Assistant Commissioner of […]

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Tinubu Approves N120bn for TVET, N40bn for National Library Project

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 14, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has approved N120 billion to enhance the implementation of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), emphasizing practical skills and specialized knowledge for various industries and professions. This announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, on Thursday during a Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja. The

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TETFund Announces 2025 Intervention, Allocates Funds to Tertiary Institutions

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 14, 2025

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) on Thursday disclosed the disbursement plan for the 2025 intervention cycle to public tertiary institutions across the country. According to the Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, each university will receive N2.8bn, while polytechnics will be allocated N1.9bn and Colleges of Education will receive N2.1bn. Echono made

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UK Implements New Visa Regulations for Care Workers, Increases Salary Threshold to N50m

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 14, 2025

The UK Government has announced new visa rules affecting care providers, foreign workers, and students as part of efforts to reduce immigration and prioritize local hiring. Starting April 9, care providers looking to employ staff from overseas must first show proof that they have attempted to recruit foreign workers already living in England who need […]