UniZik directs staff to withdraw court cases against university
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UniZik) has ordered its staff to withdraw any legal actions against the institution within seven days, as outlined in a memo from the Registrar. The directive, linked to controversies over the Vice Chancellor's selection process, has sparked mixed reactions and emphasizes tensions regarding governance and transparency within the university.
Police shoot Nasarawa university student over bribe
A 21-year-old Nasarawa State University student, Ikechukwu Godwin, was shot by police in Kubwa, Abuja, after allegedly refusing to pay a N200,000 bribe. Witnesses condemned the incident, prompting calls for justice and police reform in Nigeria amidst ongoing concerns over police misconduct and extortion. Authorities have not yet commented.
Kenya blocks Telegram during exam hours to curb malpractice
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has ordered a temporary block on Telegram, instructing telecommunications providers to restrict...
UNILORIN unveils drought-tolerant, striga-resistant maize hybrid ILOMAZ 3
The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has announced the registration and release of its first drought-tolerant and striga-resistant maize...
Reps warns Nigerian universities against frustrating students over research projects
The House of Representatives Committee on University Education has issued a warning to Nigerian universities, urging them not...
Kano prioritises education in 2025 budget
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has proposed a N549.16 billion budget for Kano State’s 2025 fiscal year, emphasising education,...
Ogunwole appointed pioneer DVC for strategic partnerships, research, and innovation at...
Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has announced Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole, a seasoned soil scientist, as its pioneer Deputy...
Bingham University to graduate 1602 students, including first PhD cohort
Bingham University is set to confer degrees on 1,602 graduates during its upcoming combined convocation ceremony, including 262...
UNIABUJA appoints female acting registrar
The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) Governing Council has approved the appointment of Mrs. Islamiya Abdulraheem as the institution's...
ASUU raises concerns over lingering crises in AAU
The Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has voiced frustration...
Edo varsity governing council suspends acting vice-chancellor
The Governing Council of Edo State University, Uzairue, has suspended the institution’s Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dawood Egbefo, citing...
Advent Integrated Services, Lagos complete new 1,128-bed student hostel at LASU
In a landmark Public-Private Partnership (PPP) effort, Advent Integrated Services Ltd, in collaboration with the Lagos State Government,...
Eleven inmates earn degrees, diplomas from NOUN
Eleven inmates from the Kaduna Medium Security Custodial Centre have recently graduated with first degrees and Postgraduate Diplomas...
UNIPORT final-year student sentenced to 14 Years for internet fraud
A final-year student at the University of Port Harcourt, Henry Nathaniel Ekanem, has been sentenced to 14 years...
Eleven LASU students shine in national virtual test, receive cash prizes
Eleven students from the Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Sciences at Lagos State University (LASU), have...
Meet the Nephrologist: Your New Nigerian Education Minister
By Abdulgaffar Amoka
A recent cabinet reshuffle has placed the Ministry of Education under the leadership of Dr. Morufu...
UNILAG students face online learning amid hostel fee hikes
Following recent controversies over increased hostel fees, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced that classes will begin...
Court orders forfeiture of ex-NOUN VC’s hotel to Nigerian Government
The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, has ordered the final forfeiture of...
Lagos approves conversion of LASUCOM to medical university
The Lagos State Executive Council has approved the conversion of Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM) into...
SSANU, NASU begin indefinite strike over unmet demands
The Joint Action Committee of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior...
