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UNIZIK Investigates Allegation of Female Student Biting Lecturer

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 12, 2025

The administration of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, has announced that an investigation is underway regarding an incident involving a physical altercation between a lecturer and a student. Reports indicate that the altercation took place on Tuesday at the Faculty of Arts,

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FG Assumes Control of NOK University, Renames It University of Applied Sciences

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 12, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Federal Government to take control of NOK University, located in Kachia, Kaduna State, and convert it into a federal institution. This directive from the president follows a ruling by a Federal High Court in Abuja, which ordered the complete forfeiture of the privately-owned NOK University to the Federal Government. […]

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Peter Obi Advocates for a Minimum of 1,000 Universities in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 11, 2025

Peter Obi, a vocal critic of the Nigerian government and a key opposition figure, has expressed that Nigeria should have no fewer than 1,000 universities, citing insights from his visit to Indonesia. Mr. Obi, who previously served as the governor of Anambra State and was a presidential candidate in the 2023 election, made this statement […]

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Bauchi University Lifts Ban on Gas Cylinders

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 11, 2025

The administration of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University in Bauchi State has lifted its previously imposed ban on students using gas cylinders for cooking in hostels. Prof. Sa’id Umar, the Dean of Students’ Affairs at the university, made this announcement on Sunday during an orientation program for newly admitted students. He stated that the Students’ Affairs […]

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OAUTHC Performs 55 Cancer Surgeries in One Month

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 10, 2025

Segun Alatise, a professor of surgery in the surgical oncology department at Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex (OAUTHC) in Ile-Ife, stated that the hospital carried out 55 cancer surgeries within a month. On Monday, Mr. Alatise made this known while speaking in Ile-Ife, Osun State. He clarified that the department conducted 55 cancer surgeries […]

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Thailand University Announces Fully Funded International Internship for 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 9, 2025

Prince of Songkla University (PSU) in Thailand has introduced a fully funded international internship program lasting six weeks for the year 2025. This opportunity is available to students from around the world, and there is no application fee required to apply. As reported by Opportunities Corners, participants will have the chance to work with mentors […]

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NUC Signs MoU to Develop AI Ecosystem in Nigerian Universities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 9, 2025

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Daimlas Corporation, a global leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation, to create an extensive AI ecosystem within Nigerian universities. This landmark partnership is designed to equip academic institutions with state-of-the-art AI resources, research prospects,

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Top 10 Most Crowded Universities in the World

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 7, 2025

A recent report by Edumentors identified the ten most densely populated universities by assessing the number of students, faculty, and staff in relation to the total campus area (measured in km²). Unlike conventional rankings that emphasize academic reputation or financial resources, this study highlights the challenges posed by limited space, including restricted access

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Tinubu Dismisses UniAbuja and UNN VCs, Reassigns Pro-Chancellors

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 7, 2025

On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu dismissed the Vice-Chancellors of Yakubu Gowon University (formerly the University of Abuja) and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), while also dissolving the governing council of Yakubu Gowon University as part of a significant restructuring of federal universities. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga,

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Abiona to Present UI’s 576th Inaugural Lecture on February 13

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 6, 2025

The Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Ibadan, Prof. Adekeye Abiona, is scheduled to present the institution’s 576th inaugural lecture. The lecture, titled Nothing for Us, Without Us, will commence at 3 p.m. and will be presided over by the university’s vice-chancellor, Prof. Kayode Adebowale. The event is set to take place on […]

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UNILORIN Student Commits Suicide Over Economic Hardship

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 5, 2025

A male student in his second year at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), located in Kwara State, has allegedly taken his own life due to financial difficulties. The identity of the deceased has not yet been confirmed, but he was a student of the Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences (CIS). Reports indicate that before […]

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UNILAG Set to Introduce Policy on Ethical Application of AI

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 5, 2025

The administration of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced plans to introduce a policy document focused on the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in academic activities, aiming to “enhance critical thinking rather than fostering plagiarism and academic indolence.” The university’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics and Research), Prof. Bola Oboh,

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Kaduna State University ASUU to Commence Strike on February 11

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 4, 2025

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Kaduna State University chapter, has declared its intention to begin an indefinite strike on February 11 due to unresolved issues concerning staff welfare. This was stated in a letter signed by the union’s Chairman, Dr. Peter Adamu, and Secretary, Dr. Peter Waziri, which was addressed to the national body […]

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Nigerian Students Alliance Criticizes NSUK for Rusticating 37 Students Over WhatsApp Group Activities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 4, 2025

The Alliance of Nigerian Students Against Neo-Liberal Attacks (ANSA) has strongly criticized the leadership of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) for expelling 37 students, demanding that they be reinstated immediately and unconditionally. Recently, the university dismissed these students for one academic session, accusing them of criminal conspiracy, inciting public

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Tinubu Approves New University in Ogoniland

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 4, 2025

On Monday, in Abuja, President Bola Tinubu signed into law a bill that establishes the Federal University of Environment and Technology in Rivers State and promised additional support for the Ogoni community. This was revealed in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy). The university will be located in […]

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Victoria Wickliffe Takes Office as UNILAG Registrar

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 4, 2025

On Monday, February 3, 2025, Mrs. Victoria Abosede Wickliffe officially assumed her role as the substantive Registrar and Secretary to the Governing Council of the University of Lagos. Her appointment became effective on Saturday, February 1, 2025, following the approval granted during the Friday, December 6, 2024, meeting of the Governing Council, which was chaired […]

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10 Students Punished by Arthur Jarvis University for Bullying, Truancy

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 3, 2025

For engaging in acts of fighting, bullying their peers, and truancy, ten students of Arthur Jarvis University in Cross River State have received disciplinary actions. Five students who played a direct role in bullying and fighting were dismissed from the institution. The remaining students, who were indirectly involved in the incidents, were given suspensions. Among […]

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TETFUND Supports Over 41,600 Lecturers in Postgraduate Studies Over 13 Years

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 2, 2025

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has provided sponsorship for more than 23,938 lecturers to pursue PhD programs and 17,700 lecturers to obtain master’s degrees within the last 13 years. Between 2011 and 2024, a total of over 18,766 lecturers were awarded funding to undertake PhD programs, while more than 14,159 received sponsorships for master’s […]

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OAUTHC Clinical Staff Set to Commence Strike on Feb 3 Over Unpaid Salaries

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 1, 2025

This decision is based on a directive from the southwest branch of the Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria (MDCAN). In a statement co-signed by its chairman, Dr. Olufemi Ogundipe, and its general secretary, Dr. Tajudin Adetunji, MDCAN explained that the strike notice follows a 21-day ultimatum given to university vice-chancellors in the southwest […]

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Abiodun Grants N2.5 Million to OOU’s Best Graduate, N500,000 to Others

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 1, 2025

Governor Dapo Abiodun has granted a cash prize of N2.5 million to Miss Aishat Anuoluwapo Dauda, the overall best graduating student of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye. The 19-year-old awardee completed her studies in the Department of Economics, under the Faculty of Social Sciences, attaining a 4.87 Cumulative Grade Point Aggregate (CGPA) to become the […]