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Ebonyi University Suspends Governor Nwifuru Ex-Security Adviser for Cultism Days After Matriculation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 23, 2025

The management of Alex Ekwueme University in Ebonyi State has suspended Felix Okemini, a former special assistant on security to Governor Francis Nwifuru, over allegations of “cult-related behaviour” during his matriculation ceremony. Mr. Okemini, who had been dismissed earlier in the week by

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6 Students Die as Meningitis Outbreak Strikes Kebbi University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 23, 2025

An outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis has resulted in the deaths of six students at Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA). This was stated in a press release issued on Saturday by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Mustapha Ango. Speaking on behalf of the university management, Ango expressed deep condolences to the families […]

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ASUU reveals reason for suspending planned nationwide strike

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 18, 2025

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has provided reasons for temporarily halting its planned nationwide strike, despite months of continuous warnings about taking action over the federal government’s failure to meet its demands. The union’s decision is influenced by new assurances from the government that their concerns will be addressed this time. ASUU

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Kukah named Pro-Chancellor of Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 18, 2025

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, Kaduna State. The appointment was announced yesterday in Abuja through a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information & […]

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Durham University offers £5,000 postgraduate scholarships to 200 international students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

Durham University has introduced the Inspiring Excellence 5K Postgraduate Scholarship for 2025, giving 200 international students the opportunity to receive a £5,000 tuition fee reduction for full-time, one-year taught master’s programs beginning in September 2025. According to the university, this £5,000 scholarship will be applied directly to tuition fees and awarded to

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Benue State University Student Drowns in River Benue

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

A student from Benue State University (BSU) in Makurdi, Mr. Abel Agaba, who was reported to have drowned in the River Benue, was found on Friday. A source revealed that the deceased, a 200-level student in the university’s Chemistry Department, went missing after he went swimming in River Benue. The source, who preferred to remain […]

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OPay Extends N1.2bn 10-Year Scholarship Program to OAU

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

Nigeria’s leading financial institution, OPay, has extended its N1.2 billion 10-year scholarship initiative to students of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, making it the third university in the country to benefit from the program. According to a statement released by the financial institution, the scholarship aligns with its dedication to education and youth

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5 Kebbi university students die from strange disease

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

A yet-to-be-identified illness has allegedly caused the deaths of at least five students at Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA). Several students from the university, who spoke to Channels Television under the condition of anonymity, disclosed that four students passed away under mysterious circumstances last week, while another succumbed on

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UNICAL Dedicates Admin Building to Pioneer Registrar

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 17, 2025

The Senate of the University of Calabar has given approval for the renaming of its former Registry Building in recognition of the institution’s first Registrar, the late Dr. Onofiok Ufot. According to a statement released on Sunday, this decision serves as a tribute to Ufot’s significant contributions to the university’s development and his outstanding legacy […]

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Hillside University of Science and Technology Celebrates 2nd Matriculation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 13, 2025

Today, March 13, 2025, at the Odubabakoko Auditorium, a fresh group of scholars are being officially admitted into Hillside University of Science and Technology, Oke-Imesi Ekiti. From all indications, this cohort of students represents a promising future. Approximately one year ago, Hillside University of Science and Technology (HUST) marked a significant milestone by

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Tinubu Renames Federal University of Education in Honor of Maitama Sule

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 12, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has changed the name of the Federal University of Education in Kano to Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education. Alhaji Sule, who lived from 1929 to 2017, made significant contributions to Nigeria’s socio-political progress throughout his distinguished career. He held the position of Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations

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FG Converts Tai Solarin University to a Federal University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 10, 2025

President Tinubu has given his approval for the conversion of Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), located in Ijagun, Ogun State, into a Federal University. TASUED, which was established by the Ogun State Government in 2005, was named after Dr. Tai Solarin, a respected activist and the founder of Mayflower School in Ikenne. It holds […]

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Tinubu Commissions Cancer Centre at Ebonyi University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 9, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has officially commissioned a state-of-the-art cancer centre at the David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS) in Uburu, located in the Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. On Saturday, Mr. Tinubu inaugurated the facility within the university premises, describing it as one of the top cancer treatment centres in the […]

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FUOYE Students, Advocacy Group Rally Behind VC Over Sexual Harassment Claims

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 6, 2025

On Wednesday, students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State, held a protest to express their opposition to what they called an attempt to destabilise the university through unverified allegations directed at the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina. In the same vein, a rights advocacy group known as Campaign for Justice and Fair Play accused the […]

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Top 10 oldest universities in the world

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 6, 2025

Throughout history, institutions of higher learning have served as important pillars for advancing human knowledge, preserving culture, and driving innovation. Across the world, some of these ancient universities continue to thrive, adapting to modern education while preserving their rich legacies. Based on data from Guinness World Records and Student.com, here’s a look at

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Kidnapped Makurdi University Students Regain Freedom

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 6, 2025

The kidnapped female students of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi, JoSTUM, formerly known as the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, FUAM, have been set free by their captors after spending eight days in captivity. It should be recalled that the three students, identified as Susan, Emmanuella, and Fola, were abducted on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, […]

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Miva Open University Secures NUC Approval for 2 New Master’s Degrees

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 6, 2025

Miva Open University has obtained approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to launch two fresh professional postgraduate programs: the Master of Public Health (MPH) and the Master of Information Technology (MIT). The approval was communicated through a letter dated February 26, 2025, after the Commission successfully carried out a resource verification

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Pastor apprehended over murder of 28-year-old LASU graduate

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 5, 2025

The hopes of 28-year-old Ogubode Adedamola, a graduate of Lagos State University (LASU), to participate in the upcoming April 3rd, 2025 convocation have been dashed following his alleged killing by a Pastor. Reports indicated that the clergyman, Evangelist Whepetoji Babaniyeh, has been taken into police custody. However, when the Lagos State Police Public Relations

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Court declares JAMB’s minimum university admission age unconstitutional

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 2, 2025

The Delta State High Court 2, located in Warri, has issued a ruling that nullifies the 16-year minimum age requirement for university admissions, which was established by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), deeming it unconstitutional. In the case, Hon. Justice Anthony O. Akpovi presided and gave judgment in Suit No: W/311/FHR/2024 on Thursday, […]

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FUPRE Gains NUC Approval to Launch BSc Programmes

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 2, 2025

The Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), has officially obtained approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to commence new undergraduate programmes under its College of Petroleum Administration and Management, starting from the 2024/2025 academic session. The newly sanctioned programmes consist of B.Sc. degrees in Logistics and Supply