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Why we cut off power supply to UNILAG — EKEDC

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 30, 2024

The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) explained why it cut off power supply to the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, despite the university paying N180 million in electricity bills for July. The university’s management requested patience and understanding from the

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Eko DisCo disconnects UNILAG over N300 million debt

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 29, 2024

The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has disconnected power to the University of Lagos (UNILAG) over alleged unpaid electricity bills. The university’s management confirmed the disconnection in a statement on Wednesday. UNILAG has been battling rising electricity expenses, which exacerbated when EKEDC increased the university’s tariff from

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Bauchi University introduces new programmes

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 28, 2024

Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), which is owned by Bauchi State, has launched several new programmes targeted at improving students’ academic and career opportunities. Wasilu Suleiman, Director of Human Resources and Career Development at the University, revealed that the new program was introduced following approval by the University’s Senate during its

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Rape and robbery victim not our student, says OAU

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 28, 2024

On Tuesday, authorities at Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife, Osun State, denied the viral news that one of their undergraduate students had been raped and robbed by a commercial motorcyclist known as Okada on the state’s Ife-Moro Road. The institution, through its Public Relations Officer, Mr Abiodun Olanrewaju, issued a statement in Osogbo denying the news,

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LASUTH launches two new dental centres

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 28, 2024

Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) has opened two dental suites in collaboration with Messrs Oasis Nigeria Limited. The facility’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Building was opened by Oasis management and officials. Prof. Adetokunbo, Chief Medical Director, stated that the centre was established to satisfy the needs of consumers who desire

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UNIOSUN appoints 27 new teaching assistants

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 27, 2024

The management of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has appointed 27 new teaching assistants as part of a strategic strategy to develop the next generation of academics and excellent researchers. This decision is in line with the university’s objective of promoting academic excellence and providing postgraduate students with the skills and knowledge required for

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OAU medical students provide free healthcare services to Osun residents

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 25, 2024

On Saturday, the Ifumsa Health Awareness Club, an organ of the Obafemi Awolowo University Medical Students Association, gave free medical care to residents of Osun State’s Ifewara community. This free medical treatment was part of the club’s annual community outreach program, which strives to provide basic medical services to the less fortunate in society. This

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NBTE accredits 3 new programmes for Fed Poly N’yak

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 23, 2024

The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) approved three academic programmes for the newly established Federal Polytechnic in N’yak, Shendam, Plateau State. Dr. Mukaila Ya’u, Rector of the Polytechnic, stated that the Board approved of three programmes, Statistics, Business Administration, and Electrical Electronics Engineering, out of 10 courses the

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Reckless driver kills final year student of OAU

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 23, 2024

On Thursday, a reckless driver killed a final-year student at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, casting a pall over the institution. According to Abiodun Olarewaju, the institution’s spokeswoman, the victim, a student in the Department of Foreign Languages, was on her way to the school to submit her project when she was knocked down while crossing

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University of Calabar Cancels Post-UTME Screening, Shifts to O’ Level Point Grading System

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 22, 2024

In a significant change to the 2024/2025 admissions process, the University of Calabar has announced the cancellation of its previously scheduled Post-UTME screening exercise, opting instead for an O’ Level point grading system. This decision comes amidst escalating concerns over the high cost of transportation, accommodation, logistics, and the current security

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KWASU, US researchers investigate poor mathematics performance in Nigerian schools

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 21, 2024

A group of researchers from Kwara State University (KWASU) in Malete, the University of Ilorin, and the University of Alabama in the United States did a study on efficient ways for teaching mathematics in Nigerian schools. The study, titled “Exploration of the Effect of Scaffolding Instructional Strategy on Pupils’ Academic Performance in Mathematics,”

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TETFund offers 143.4 million research grants to 75 Ojukwu University staff

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 21, 2024

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Tetfund) has awarded grants to 75 staff members at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) in Anambra State for 2024 Institutional Based Research (IBR). The Tetfund IBR-Selection Committee of COOU, led by Prof. Jonathan Ifemeje, Director of the Research Management Office, and Prof. Emeka Obi, Director of Academic Planning, announced

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LASUSTECH Post UTME/Direct Entry Screening Form 2024/2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 20, 2024

The Post UTME and Direct Entry admission procedure for the 2024–2025 academic year has started at LASUSTECH. Applicants who meet the requirements must apply online before the deadline. For applicants hoping to get into LASUSTECH, this screening process is essential. You are required to take part in this screening if you selected LASUSTECH as your […]

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UNILAG sets new date for SPGS’ lecture

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 20, 2024

The annual lecture for the 2023/2024 academic session of the School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) will now take place on September 3 at J. F. Ade-Ajayi Auditorium in Akoka. Originally, the presentation was scheduled for August 29. The lecture’s theme is ‘Innovative Synergies’. The keynote speaker, Mr. Olaniyi Yusuf,

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Fake degrees: FG directs universities to submit matriculation lists

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 19, 2024

The Federal Government requires all higher education institutions in the country to “regularly submit their matriculation lists to the Federal Ministry of Education not later than three months after matriculation ceremonies.” The list, the ministry stated, must be submitted “through the dedicated channel of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation

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NYSC demobilises 54 UNICAL graduates illegally called for national service

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 18, 2024

The National Youth Service Corps, or NYSC, has demobilised 54 University of Calabar graduates who were illegally registered for national service by university officials. According to Eddy Megwa, NYSC Director of Information and Public Relations, another 19 individuals who initially registered online for mobilisation have been barred from serving, while the system has

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LASUTH graduates its first set of caregivers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) Caregiver Academy graduated its first students, with 88 joining the healthcare industry. Speaking at the occasion in Lagos, Chief Medical Director Prof. Adetokun Fabamwo stressed the importance of bridging the gap in healthcare support for the elderly and infirm. The CMD stated that the academy corresponds with Governor

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FUBK gets four more professors, two readers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi approved the promotion of four academic personnel to professor and two to associate professor (reader). The approval was given by the FUBK governing council led by its pro-chancellor and chairman of the council, Ali Abubakar-Jatau. In a statement issued on Friday, the institution stated that the promotion came after the

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UNILAG and LASUSTECH collaborate on mutual development

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 17, 2024

The Department of Mass Communication at Lagos State University of Science and Technology is set to partner with the Department of Mass Communication at the University of Lagos to explore options for student exchange programs, joint research, and staff development. Prof Adepoju Tejumaye, the UNILAG’s immediate past Head of Department for Mass Communication, disclosed

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Usman Danfodiyo University appoints Bashir Garba as new VC

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 15, 2024

Usmanu Danfodiyo University Asokoro has announced Professor Bashir Garba as its new Vice-Chancellor. The announcement was announced in a statement issued by Professor Attahiru Jega, the university’s Pro-Chancellor. Garba, a former Secretary to the State Government and Commissioner for Higher Education in Sokoto, is the current Vice Chancellor of Sokoto State