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JAMB Extends Suspension of Law Programme Admissions to Fountain University

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 1, 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has declared the suspension of admissions into the Law Faculty at Fountain University, Osogbo, for the 2025/26 academic session due to violations of regulatory guidelines. This decision was made just two days after the Board announced the

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Why ASUU Remains Silent on UNIABUJA’s Leadership Dispute

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 30, 2025

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has explained why it has not yet issued a public statement regarding the controversy surrounding the appointment of a vice chancellor at the University of Abuja. ASUU is widely recognized for publicly expressing its position on issues related to vice chancellor appointments, particularly in federal universities, such as […]

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KWASU responds to JAMB’s suspension of its law programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 30, 2025

The administration of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has expressed its willingness to adhere to the one-year suspension of its law programme imposed by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). On Wednesday, JAMB issued a statement declaring that it would not facilitate admissions into the law programme of eight designated universities, including KWASU,

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AAU Annuls Written Final-Year Exams Due to Unruly Celebrations

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 30, 2025

The administration of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, has declared the annulment of certain final-year examinations conducted on Wednesday due to the “unruly celebrations” exhibited by graduating students within the institution’s premises. A formal statement released by Mr. Mike Ade Oladenika, the institution’s Head of Information/Public Relations and Protocol,

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JAMB Suspends Law Admissions in Eight Universities

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 30, 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has put a stop to Law admissions in eight universities for the 2025/2026 academic year. This decision follows the Council of Legal Education (CLE)’s suspension of the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme in these institutions due to breaches of regulatory guidelines. JAMB’s spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin,

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13 Countries Providing Affordable or Free PhD Programs for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 28, 2025

Undertaking a PhD can be costly, but some nations provide affordable or tuition-free education for students from abroad. These nations offer low tuition rates alongside scholarships to cover living costs and other expenses. Germany, Austria, and Norway provide either tuition-free doctoral education or low tuition fees. Additionally, many of these nations extend financial

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Frozen N2.5bn Account Hampers ABU’s Operations – Vice-Chancellor

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 26, 2025

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has expressed concern over the impact of expensive legal disputes and the garnishment of over N2.5 billion, which have significantly hindered the effective functioning of the institution. The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Kabir Bala, revealed this during the 44th Convocation Ceremony held on Saturday at Mamman Kontagora

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Novena University Confers Honorary Doctorate on Oborevwori

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 26, 2025

The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has received an honorary Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) in Public Policy and Strategy from Novena University, Ogume, in recognition of his impactful contributions to governance and development within the state. The conferment was part of the university’s 5th combined convocation ceremony, which took place on […]

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Gunmen Murder Delta State University Professor in Asaba

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 26, 2025

Emeka Chukwuma, a 56-year-old professor at Delta State University, Abraka, has reportedly been killed by gunmen. According to sources, Chukwuma was attacked at his residence in the St. Bridges area of Umueji, Asaba, the Delta State capital, on Friday night. The professor had returned to Asaba for his routine weekend visit when the unfortunate incident […]

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10 Most Difficult U.S. Universities to Gain Admission into in 2025

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 25, 2025

Nigerians aspiring to study in the United States should carefully evaluate the selectivity of the universities they consider, along with the types of applicants these institutions prioritize. Research shows that many prominent U.S. universities, such as Harvard, MIT, and Stanford, are among the most selective, admitting only a small percentage of highly qualified

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NUC Elevates 3 Medical Programmes in Nigerian Universities to Doctorate Level

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has revealed the advancement of certain medical-related courses in Nigerian universities, upgrading them from undergraduate degree status to doctorate level. Included in the upgraded programmes are the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D), Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT), and Doctor of Optometry (O.D). These programmes will now require six

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Covenant University Ranked as Nigeria’s Top University (FULL LIST)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

Covenant University has been recognized as the leading higher education institution in Nigeria, according to the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World Universities Rankings. The university achieved a global rank between 201-1000. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) secured the second position in Nigeria, placing between 1001-1200 globally. ABU excelled in international

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UBTTP Confers Degrees to 118 Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

Recently, 118 students from the University of Buckingham’s International Diploma in Education programme in Nigeria graduated during its fourth virtual graduation ceremony. Andreea Dogar, Senior Research Fellow and Programme Director, highlighted that the initiative was designed to empower individuals and change lives. She also encouraged the graduates to motivate their

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Plateau State University Educates Staff on Automated Library System

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 23, 2025

Plateau State University, Bokkos, has organized an internal training session for its library personnel as part of preparations for automating the university’s library, a project supported by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund). The session, the third in a series, aimed to equip the library staff with essential skills for efficiently using the automated

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UI Students to Hold Peaceful Protest Over Blackout

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 21, 2025

The University of Ibadan students’ union is preparing to stage a peaceful protest after their 7-day deadline to the federal government to resolve the ongoing blackout at the University College of Medicine (UCH) in Ibadan passed without action. The student union, led by its president, Aweda Bolaji, will gather at the main gate of UCH […]

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Wini Group to Establish Africa’s First AI University in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 21, 2025

As part of a strategy to enhance Artificial Intelligence (AI) development across Africa, the first AI-focused university in Nigeria is set to be built in Epe, Lagos. The university is designed to transform Africa into a leading technological hub, tackle unemployment by providing Nigerian youth with advanced AI skills, and position the country as a […]

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UniAbuja to Launch Chinese Language Learning, Culture Program Soon – VC

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 19, 2025

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja, Prof. Aisha Maikudi, announced that the university will soon introduce a Confucius Institute that focuses on Chinese language learning and cultural programs. Maikudi made this statement on Friday while welcoming students from Tsinghua University’s School of Journalism and Communications in China to the institution. Confucius

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Ekiti Nursing College Faces Backlash Over N1M Fee for Substandard Rooms

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 16, 2025

The management of Ekiti State College of Nursing Sciences, Ado-Ekiti has instructed students to pay N250,000 each as accommodation fee for the ongoing academic session. It was reported that the school is charging a total of N1 million to house four students in a single room. Some of the impacted students who spoke to the […]

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18-Year-Old UNILORIN Student Becomes a Chartered Accountant

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 16, 2025

An 18-year-old student from the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Miss Faith Aduragbemi Olabisi, who is studying in the Department of Accounting, has successfully become a chartered accountant. As per the university’s bulletin, this achievement was described as an exceptional example of the outstanding service provided at the University of Ilorin. The statement

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Soochow University Opens 2025 Graduate Scholarships for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 13, 2025

Soochow University is now accepting applications for its graduate programs for the 2025-2026 academic year. The university offers scholarships to international students through the Chinese Government’s “High-Level Graduate Students” Scholarship Program (CSC Type B) and the Soochow University International Students Scholarship. Located in Suzhou, China, Soochow University