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UNIZIK Medical School closes as lecturers protest exclusion from VC race

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 7, 2024

The medical school of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) in Nnewi remains closed as clinical lecturers continue to strike over the exclusion of their members from the contest for the institution’s next Vice-Chancellor (VC). The strike, spearheaded by members of the Medical and Dental

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24 inmates graduate from National Open University in Enugu

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 7, 2024

Twenty-four Enugu Correctional Centre inmates have graduated with degrees in various areas from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Enugu Custodial Special Study Centre, for the academic year 2023/2024. In the same breath, 24 other students matriculated for the 2024/2025 academic year. Speaking at the graduation/matriculation ceremony at the Enugu Custodial

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KWASU refutes social media report on Law program suspension

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 6, 2024

The Kwara State University (KWASU) in Malete, Kwara state, has refuted a viral social media post claiming that the Council of Legal Education (CLE) suspended admission to the university’s Law program for admitting and graduating law students without proper accreditation. It should be noted that the social media post also urged students who had applied […]

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Flood hits UI hostels, destroys students’ property

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 5, 2024

Flooding has severely damaged the University of Ibadan, destroying books, foodstuffs, and other necessary items. The flood on Friday caused significant damage to the university community and resulted in losses of millions of naira. The incident also resulted in the destruction of numerous documents and other valuable items. According to investigations conducted on Saturday

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Delta approves the establishment of a Medical College at DSUST, Ozoro

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 4, 2024

On Wednesday, the Delta State Government approved the construction of a College of Medical Sciences at the Delta State University of Science and Technology (DSUST) Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of the state. Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, the State Commissioner for Information, told journalists in Asaba that the permission was one of the decisions taken […]

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FG raises special committee to prevent ASUU strike

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 30, 2024

The Ministry of Education has stated that it is striving to prevent another strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities. Folasade Biriowo, the ministry’s director of press, confirmed this in an interview with our correspondent in Abuja on Sunday. “I can assure you that everything is being done to prevent the strike from happening. The […]

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UNIOSUN launches top-up programs for HND

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 29, 2024

The Osun State University (UNIOSUN) announced on Friday that it has launched top-up programs for Higher National Diploma (HND) holders, allowing them to acquire a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Clement O. Adebooye, stated at the matriculation of 233 part-time students that the program will last six semesters, or 24 months in […]

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UNILORIN releases dates, details for 2022/2023 graduates ahead of its 39th convocation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 29, 2024

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has officially announced the dates and details for its 39th convocation ceremony, which will take place during the academic year 2022/2023. According to a letter given to graduates by the university’s registrar, M.A. Alfanla, the event will be held on the university’s main campus from Friday, October 11th to Sunday, […]

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Fagbemi to deliver UNILORIN 2024 Convocation Lecture

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 28, 2024

ILORIN – (Sundiata Scholar) – The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi, SAN, will on Friday, October 18, 2024 deliver this year’s Convocation Lecture of the University of Ilorin as part of the activities marking the institution’s 39th convocation ceremonies. Disclosing this in a statement he

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30 PhD Holders Resign from Bauchi University Due to Poor Pay—ASUU

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 27, 2024

Over 30 members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have resigned from Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU) in Bauchi State, citing inadequate remuneration. The ASUU Bauchi Zonal Coordinator, Namo Timothy, revealed this during a press briefing held at the Yuli Campus of the university on Friday. Timothy expressed concern that SAZU, a state-owned university, […]

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UI Fee Hike: Students Struggle Amid Rising Costs Despite Loan Approval

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 27, 2024

Founded in 1948, the University of Ibadan (UI) has long been a beacon of affordable, quality education in Nigeria. However, the recent tuition hike has put many students in a tough spot, even with the Federal Government’s student loan scheme. Michael, a 100-level Physics student, described his experience. He said: “The issue of the school […]

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Miva Open University prepares for 2nd matriculation ceremony, with Osinbanjo as keynote speaker

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 27, 2024

Miva Open University is preparing to make history again with its second Matriculation Ceremony, which will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 11:00 AM. The distinguished event will take place at the iconic Ladi Kwali Hall, Abuja Continental Hotel, Wuse Zone 4, Abuja, bolstering the university’s rising reputation for excellence in higher education. […]

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Nigeria @64: NANS to organise prayers at churches, mosques

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 26, 2024

As part of the 2024 Independence Day celebrations, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced plans to hold prayers at mosques on Friday and churches on Sunday. NANS President, Comrade Lucky Emonefe, revealed at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday that the prayers will take place majorly on campuses across the country. According […]

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ASUU threatens fresh strike, gives FG 14-day ultimatum

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 25, 2024

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued the Federal Government a fresh 14-day deadline to resolve outstanding issues. ASUU President Emmanuel Osodeke made this clear in a statement on Wednesday. Osodeke expressed frustration with the government’s lack of commitment and delay tactics. As a result, it has issued a 14-day ultimatum to President […]

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Adeleke increases Uniosun staff salary by 35%

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 22, 2024

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke increased the salary of teaching and non-teaching staff of Osun State University (Uniosun) by 25% and 35%, respectively. Speaking at the institution’s 14th convocation event at the Osogbo campus over the weekend, Adeleke stressed that the university is running smoothly because there are no strikes or labour unrest among workers. He

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Fire guts University College Hospital in Ibadan

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 22, 2024

A fire ravaged a section of the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State, early Sunday morning. The fire broke out in one of the hospital’s offices on the third level of the South West 3 Ward. However, men from the Oyo State Fire Service arrived at the hospital to extinguish the fire, causing panic in […]

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OAUTH CMD orders the removal of beds from offices to tackle sexual misconduct

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 20, 2024

Professor John Okeniyi, Chief Medical Director of Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital (OAUTH) in Ile-Ife, Osun State, has announced the removal of beds from hospital offices in an effort to tackle sexual harassment. This measure, he explained, aims to reduce misconduct, particularly against female staff. During a press conference at the hospital complex to provide

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NMCN inducts 46 nursing students from Bowen University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 20, 2024

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) inducted 46 nursing graduates from Bowen University in Iwo, Osun State. Professor Olufemi Awotunde, Provost of the College of Health Sciences, stressed during the 5th Induction ceremony on Thursday that nursing is more than just a profession; it is a calling that calls for deep compassion and […]

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UniMaid names Mohammed Mele as substantive Vice-Chancellor

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 20, 2024

The University of Maiduguri’s governing board has approved Mohammed Mele’s appointment as substantive vice-chancellor. The council made the announcement on Wednesday in Maiduguri, through the university’s registrar, Ahmad Lawan. He stated that the development followed the Joint Council and Senate Selection Board’s recommendations. “The Governing

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NANS calls for immediate removal of UI VC due to overbearing leadership

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 19, 2024

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), an umbrella body of students in Nigeria and abroad, has requested the immediate removal of Professor Kayode Adebowale, Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan (UI), for what it describes as tyrannical leadership. It should be noted that the institution’s administration closed the university for three weeks in