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Kano Governor Visits Students on Foreign Scholarship in India

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 4, 2024

The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has commended the outstanding academic achievements of students sponsored by his administration to further their education in India. While visiting the students at Sharjah University in India, Yusuf expressed pride in their commitment and successes,

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Kwara Teacher Penalised for Alleged Assault on Corps Member

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 4, 2024

The Kwara State Government has taken disciplinary action against a school teacher accused of mistreating a youth corps member assigned to Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin. Hajia Fatimoh Hamzat Nike has been demoted by two grade levels, according to a joint statement issued in Ilorin by the Commissioner of Education and Human Capital […]

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Oyo State Government Prepares to Onboard 5,600 Newly Recruited Teachers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 4, 2024

The Oyo State Government has announced plans to onboard 5,600 newly recruited teachers, beginning with a verification exercise slated for December 5 to December 16, 2024. Addressing the press in Ibadan, the Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYOSUBEB), Dr Nureni Adeniran, disclosed that the verification exercise would be conducted at […]

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Federal Government Pledges Commitment to Revitalising Polytechnic Education – Minister

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 3, 2024

The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has reiterated the federal government’s dedication to revitalising polytechnic education by equipping federal polytechnics to produce skilled graduates capable of meeting the demands of Nigeria’s evolving economy. Speaking on Tuesday during the inauguration of a one-storey lecture room and laboratory building, alongside the

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Wilson Centre 2025 Agents of Change Youth Fellowship Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 3, 2024

The Agents of Change Youth Fellowship is a professional initiative offered by the Wilson Centre’s Middle East Programme and Environmental Change and Security Programme. This fellowship is designed to support emerging leaders from the MENA region dedicated to tackling climate change, water security, and peace. The 2025 programme emphasises water-related challenges in the

Scholarships

American University of Beirut MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Programme for African Students 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 3, 2024

The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme offers comprehensive scholarships through a partnership with the American University of Beirut (AUB). This initiative is designed to equip young individuals with the skills to become “agents of change” within their communities, nations, and regions. As part of the programme, scholars participate in workshops,

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CardinalStone 2025 Graduate Trainee Programme for Nigerian Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 2, 2024

CardinalStone is seeking to recruit resourceful, analytical, and driven Graduate Trainees who are passionate about selling in the financial services sector and have actively taken steps to develop themselves and enhance their profiles to gain a competitive edge. Are you smart, open to learning, passionate about financial services, and eager to join a team of […]

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Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) 2025 Scholarship Programme for Students Globally

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 2, 2024

You are invited to apply for the Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) Scholars Programme 2025, which is open to students from developing countries. WMI is a charitable foundation located in Bristol, Vermont, USA, and is recognised under the United States Internal Revenue Service. This scholarship is typically awarded for the full duration of the study; however, […]

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Tyler Fray Foundation Unveils Music Scholarship in Collaboration with Ten Strings Music School

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 1, 2024

The Tyler Fray Foundation, in partnership with Ten Strings Music School, has introduced a transformative music scholarship aimed at empowering young Nigerian talents in the music industry. This initiative seeks to provide support for aspiring musicians to pursue their dreams and establish successful careers in the field. The foundation draws inspiration from the life of

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Bago Declares State of Emergency on Education in Niger North

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 30, 2024

Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has declared a state of emergency on education in the Niger North Senatorial District during a project tour of the region. The governor highlighted his concern over the lack of adequate schools in many communities, particularly in Bangi and Mariga Local Government Area. He stated that the declaration is intended to […]

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NANS to Host 86th National Senate Sittings and Pre-Convention in Lagos

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 30, 2024

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), the foremost student body in Nigeria and the Diaspora, has announced Lagos State as the venue for its 86th National Senate Sittings and Pre-Convention, scheduled to take place from 4 to 8 December 2024. In a statement shared with the media, the President of the Senate, NANS Headquarters, […]

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SAZU ASUU Declares Indefinite Strike

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 30, 2024

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi, has announced a comprehensive and indefinite strike in pursuit of their demands from the university management. The decision was reached on Friday, 29 November 2024, during an emergency congress held at the university’s Yuli Campus in Bauchi. Speaking to journalists, the ASUU […]

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Leaked memo uncovers new ways to secure university admissions in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

“My son registered and wrote the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) three times before he was able to secure admission into the university to study,” recounted Mr. Ifeanyi Ozoemena. Despite scoring over 200 in each sitting, Ifeanyi’s son struggled to gain admission to study computer science at a Southwest university. His breakthrough came only after […]

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Ajayi Crowther University Alumni Donate Sienna Bus to Support Alma Mater

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The alumni association of Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State, has generously donated a Sienna bus worth millions of naira to the university. This contribution aims to facilitate the movement and activities of the institution’s principal officers. The donation was officially presented on Wednesday during the university’s 16th convocation ceremonies and alumni lecture,

Scholarships

Swansea University 2025 PhD Scholarship for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The integration of symbolic computing with machine learning models is crucial for advancing the discovery of governing knowledge in real-world systems. This proposed research focuses on developing Explainable Artificial Intelligence Computing for knowledge discovery applications, contributing to cutting-edge advancements in the field of Artificial Intelligence knowledge

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Chinese Government 2025 Scholarship Programme at China Pharmaceutical University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Chinese Government Scholarship—High-Level Postgraduate Programme is a fully funded scholarship established by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China. It aims to support select Chinese universities in attracting exceptional international students to undertake postgraduate studies in China. This programme, provided by the Ministry of Education,

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Jigawa Education College Staff Receive N17m in Allowance

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Jigawa State College of Education has begun the payment of outstanding allowances owed to its casual workers. The payment, totalling ₦17,028,000, was approved by the state governor, Malam Umar Namadi. According to the registrar of the college, Mr. Bala Isyaku, the amount has been disbursed to 203 eligible casual workers through online transfers via […]

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Kogi Gov Spent ₦20bn on University in Two Years – Education Commissioner

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Kogi State government has revealed that it spent ₦20 billion on the Kogi State University, Kabba, which was established two years ago. The disclosure was made by the State Commissioner for Education, Wemi Jones, during a keynote address at the Professor Mathew Ajibero memorial lecture. The lecture, organised by the Nigeria-Korea Friendship Institute in […]

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Don Advises Against Recommending Yam Varieties for Diabetic Patients

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

A professor of Public and Community Health Nursing at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Professor Elkenah Ndie, has advised against recommending specific yam varieties for diabetic patients. Speaking during NOUN’s 30th Inaugural Lecture in Abuja, Professor Ndie emphasised that portion control, rather than the type of yam consumed, should be the focus of […]

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ASUU expresses concern over rise in number of first-class graduates from private universities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has voiced concerns about the increasing number of first-class graduates emerging from private universities in Nigeria. ASUU’s National President, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, described the trend as troubling, warning that it could compromise academic integrity if adopted by public universities without adequate regulation.