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MAU honours first professor of physiology, storage technology in northern Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 27, 2024

Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame as the first specialist in Post-Harvest Physiology and Storage Technology in northern Nigeria. The institution’s registrar, Mallam Usman Mustphar Maigawa, highlighted the significance of this achievement, attributing

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Fire Destroys Property Worth Millions at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 25, 2024

A fire outbreak at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, has destroyed property valued at millions of naira. The incident, which occurred early Saturday morning, affected the hospital’s Emergency and Accident Unit. Reports indicate that the fire, which originated around 5 a.m. in a paediatrics consultant’s office

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TASUED Set to Graduate First Batch of PhD Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 25, 2024

The Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), Ijagun, Ogun State, is preparing to graduate its inaugural group of 67 PhD students during the 16th convocation ceremony. This announcement was made by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Oluwole Banjo, during a pre-convocation press briefing on Friday. Professor Banjo also revealed that among the projects to be inaugurated by

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University of Ibadan Establishes Wole Soyinka Institute

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 25, 2024

As part of its 76th Foundation Day Anniversary, the University of Ibadan (UI) has launched the Wole Soyinka Institute to honour its distinguished alumnus, Nobel laureate Prof. Oluwole Akinwande Babatunde Soyinka, a globally celebrated author, humanist, and civil rights activist. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Oyebode Adebowale, announced the decision of the

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FUTMinna Postpones Resumption for 2024/2025 Academic Session

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 25, 2024

The Federal University of Technology, Minna has announced a postponement of the resumption date for the 2024/2025 academic session. The university stated that academic activities are now scheduled to begin on Monday, 20th January 2025. This decision was taken to ensure a more conducive atmosphere for teaching, research, and learning, considering prevailing circumstances.

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Academic Luminary and Gender Advocate, Prof Olabisi Aina Retires from OAU at 70

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 23, 2024

For three memorable days, the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, celebrated the remarkable career of renowned academic and gender advocate, Prof Olabisi Idowu Aina, who retired at the age of 70 after nearly 40 years of exemplary service. Prof Aina’s profound contributions to academia, especially in advancing gender research and policy in Nigeria, […]

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FUTA Celebrates 519 First-Class Graduands at Combined Convocation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 23, 2024

The Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) is set to honour 519 students graduating with First-Class honours during its combined 34th and 35th convocation ceremonies. This announcement was made by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, at a press briefing marking the commencement of the convocation events. Professor Oladiji revealed that the

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Sacked UNIZIK VC Obtained Professorship Fraudulently, Says Zamfara University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Federal University of Gusau (FUGUS), Zamfara State, has distanced itself from claims made by Bernard Odoh, the recently dismissed Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), regarding his professorship. Odoh’s tenure was terminated following allegations surrounding his appointment, recruitment process, and academic qualifications. He had asserted that he was

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FG Reinstates Ikechebelu, Modebelu as UNIZIK Acting VC and Registrar

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Federal Government has reinstated Professor Joseph Ikechebelu as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK). This announcement was made by Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education. According to Sani-Gwarzo, the reinstatement followed the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, through a letter dated

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UNICROSS Postgraduate Admission Form 2024/2025 – Application Procedure

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), formerly known as Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH), has commenced the sale of Postgraduate Admission Forms for the 2024/2025 academic session. This opportunity is available for candidates aspiring to enrol in Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s, and Doctorate programmes across various faculties and disciplines.

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ESUT Releases 2024/2025 Supplementary Admission Form

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 21, 2024

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has announced the commencement of its supplementary admission process for the 2024/2025 academic session. T his opportunity is available to suitable candidates who chose ESUT as their first or preferred institution in the 2024 UTME but have not yet been offered admission into the regular undergraduate […]

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UNIBEN to honour 385 first-class graduates at its convocation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 19, 2024

The University of Benin (UNIBEN), Edo State, has announced the graduation of 385 first-class students across the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 academic sessions. This milestone will be celebrated during the institution’s 49th/50th convocation ceremonies on Friday and Saturday. According to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Lilian Salami, 206 students earned first-class honours in

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ATBU lecturer taken to court over alleged sexual harassment of student

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 19, 2024

A lecturer from the Department of Chemical Engineering at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, is facing legal action following allegations of sexual harassment levelled against him by a married female postgraduate student. The allegations, brought forward by the student’s husband, Alhaji Ja’afaru Buba, through a lawyer, claim that the lecturer made

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12 Ojukwu University Students Died in Road Accidents Within 10 Months – VC

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 17, 2024

The Acting Vice Chancellor of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra, Prof. Kate Omenugha, has revealed that 12 students from the institution lost their lives in road accidents over the past 10 months. Speaking during the third Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Memorial Lecture series held at the university’s ETF Auditorium on Friday, Omenugha attributed the

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Kogi state allocates ₦8bn for infrastructure development at Kogi State University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 17, 2024

The Kogi State Government has approved ₦8 billion for infrastructure development at the newly established Kogi State University, Kabba (KOSUK). According to the state’s Commissioner for Education, Mr. Wemi Jones, the approval was granted by Governor Ahmed Ododo and will fund the construction of key facilities, including the Senate building, the Faculty of Science, and […]

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6 UI Postgraduates Students Achieve Perfect 7.0 Grade

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 16, 2024

At the 76th Convocation Ceremony of the University of Ibadan on Friday, six postgraduate students were honoured for achieving a flawless Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 7.0 in their Master’s degree programmes. These six distinguished graduands were part of the 2,450 students awarded Master’s degrees across various disciplines on the third day of the […]

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Fulokoja dismisses 4 lecturers for sexual harassment, examination misconduct

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 15, 2024

The Governing Council of the Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State, has sanctioned the dismissal of four lecturers over allegations of sexual harassment and examination misconduct. This resolution was made during the Second Council meeting, presided over by Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, and recently held in Lokoja. The council commended the university’s management for

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Industrial court overturns lecturer’s dismissal, orders N40m compensation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 15, 2024

The National Industrial Court in Akure has declared the dismissal of Professor Niyi Akingbe, former Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts at the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), as wrongful and awarded him N40 million in damages. Akingbe, who was dismissed in 2018 over allegations of plagiarism, challenged the decision, claiming it was unjust […]

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MDCAN calls for removal of UNIZIK Pro-Chancellor, announces 7-day warning strike

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 14, 2024

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has called on the federal government to promptly dismiss Ambassador Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe from his role as pro-chancellor and chairman of the Governing Council at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK). The council cited insubordination and his failure to follow a directive

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Edo State University (EDSU) 2024 Scholarships for Nigerian Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 14, 2024

Edo State University, Uzairue, invites applications for its esteemed scholarships for the 2024/2025 academic session. This is a prime opportunity for students aiming for academic excellence and financial support to join a highly regarded institution known for its commitment to quality education. EDSU’s scholarships demonstrate the university’s dedication to social