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Polytechnic students oppose YABATECH’s upgrade to a university

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 15, 2025

The National Association of Polytechnic Students has expressed its opposition to the planned upgrade of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos, into a university. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced on Friday that President Bola Tinubu had granted approval for the

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President Tinubu Approves the Upgrade of YABATECH to a University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 15, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for the long-anticipated upgrade of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) to a university. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, confirmed this development on Friday while speaking with the institution’s management during his visit. “I discussed this with President Tinubu, and he approved it without hesitation. I am […]

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10 Ibadan Poly Students Hospitalized After Inhaling Suspected Toxic Gas

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 12, 2025

10 students from The Polytechnic, Ibadan, collapsed on Tuesday and were rushed to the hospital after being exposed to a substance believed to be toxic gas. As of Tuesday, when this report was being compiled, the affected students were receiving medical care at government hospitals. The Oyo State government acted swiftly to address the emergency […]

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Student Hacks Colleague to Death in Nasarawa

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 9, 2025

The Nasarawa State Police Command has taken into custody a student from the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, for allegedly killing a fellow student. SP Ramhan Nansel, the Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, confirmed the arrest through a statement issued in Lafia, the state capital. According to Nansel, the arrest was made after a complaint […]

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Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie as Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 5, 2025

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie’s appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic’s Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and

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NBTE Accredits 18 Programs at Kogi Poly, Approves 8 others

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 22, 2025

The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has awarded full institutional accreditation to 18 programs at Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja and has also approved eight more programs for the institution. The Rector, Prof. Salisu Usman, revealed this in a statement signed by Uredo Omale, the Director of Public Relations and Protocol at the institution, which […]

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Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa Expels 100 Students, Matriculates 1500

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 19, 2025

On Saturday, Dr. Hauwa Mohammed, the acting Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa, announced that approximately 100 students had been expelled for involvement in exam malpractice. She also mentioned that 1,500 students, including those in National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), and part-time programs, were officially matriculated for the 2024/2025 academic

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49 Final-Year MAPOLY Students at Risk of Expulsion Over Alleged Fake Results

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 19, 2025

A total of 49 final-year Higher National Diploma (HND) students at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) are facing possible expulsion after a verification process revealed that they allegedly submitted counterfeit National Diploma (ND) results. The polytechnic released a result verification update, indicating that these students had presented fake ND certificates when

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NAF Raises Feeding Fees, Introduces Accident Policy for Personnel

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 5, 2025

The Nigerian Air Force has made a significant move to enhance the welfare of its students by increasing the feeding fees in its schools from N500 to N1,500 per meal. This decision, announced by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Abubakar Hasan, on Saturday, is designed to ensure that children in NAF schools are […]

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SSANU Calls on FG to Tackle Rising Electricity Costs in Universities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 4, 2025

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has urged the federal government to urgently address the persistent electricity crisis in universities nationwide. In a New Year statement issued yesterday in Abuja, SSANU’s National President, Mr. Mohammed Ibrahim, expressed deep concern over the escalating electricity costs in universities, stressing

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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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FG Earmarks N80 Billion for Construction of 4 New Institutions in Zaria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 16, 2024

The Federal Government has initiated the construction of the Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery in Zaria, Kaduna State, as part of efforts to tackle the shortage of healthcare professionals. In addition to the nursing college, three other institutions will be established: the Federal College of Education, the Federal Open University, and the Federal College […]

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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 statement issued by the Director of Public Affairs, Abdulmumin Oniyangi, […]

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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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POLAC Announces Screening Process for 11th Regular Course Admission

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 28, 2024

The Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC) invites all candidates who successfully completed their online registration for admission into the 11th Regular Course to participate in the Automated Physical/Credential Screening, Computer-Based Test (CBT), Medical Screening, and Board Interview exercises. These activities are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at

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TETFund Suspends Foreign Scholarships for Lecturers Over High Abscondment Rates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 27, 2024

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced the suspension of its foreign scholarships for lecturers in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, starting from 1 January 2025. The decision was conveyed in a circular dated November 25, 2024, signed by the executive secretary, Sonny Echono. Mr. Echono attributed the move to the rising costs of training […]

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FCT College of Education to Hold Combined Convocation for Over 1,000 Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

The Federal Capital Territory College of Education, Zuba, has announced its 3rd combined convocation ceremony, set to honour more than 1,000 graduates. Speaking during a pre-convocation press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, the Provost, Dr Sule Mundi, revealed that the graduates would receive the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) across 28 programmes. Dr Mundi noted

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Yabatech to Honour First Lady, Abbas at 36th Convocation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 15, 2024

Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) is set to bestow its esteemed fellowship award on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, during its 36th convocation ceremony. The announcement was made by the institution’s rector, Dr. Ibraheem Abdul, during a pre-convocation press briefing held yesterday in Lagos. […]

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40% of 2024 NECO candidates may be unable to enter tertiary institutions – NSSEC Chief

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 13, 2024

The Executive Secretary of the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC), Dr. Iyela Ajayi, has indicated that 40 per cent of candidates in this year’s National Examination Council (NECO) exams may not qualify for tertiary education due to a lack of Credits in Mathematics and English Language. Speaking in Calabar, Cross River State, at a […]

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NBTE Grants Approval for New Academic Programmes at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 8, 2024

Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic has received approval from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to introduce new academic programmes starting from the 2024/2025 academic session. This approval was conveyed in a memo sent to the Polytechnic’s Rector by the NBTE’s Executive Secretary. The memo reads, “With reference to the Resources Inspection Visitations