Mojeed Alabi reelected as EWAN chairman
The Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria (EWAN) has reelected Mojeed Alabi as chairman for a second term during its AGM. New executive members were also elected, highlighting a transparent electoral process. Alabi emphasized the importance of quality journalism and advocacy in driving change in Nigeria's education sector and expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him.
UNILORIN issues deadline for collection of unclaimed certificates
The University of Ilorin management has urged graduates to collect unclaimed certificates by January 17, 2025. Certificates not collected will incur a fine of ₦3,000 per week. Graduates must present payment evidence, Statement of Result, and a valid Student ID. Compliance is encouraged to avoid penalties.
UNN targets sustainable energy solution amid convocation celebrations
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Enugu State, is working towards generating its own power to address...
UNILAG mass communication prof becomes first alumnus inaugural lecturer
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is set to make history on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, as its Mass...
Controversy erupts over conversion of Oyo State library to shopping complex
Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration is under intense scrutiny following its decision to convert a portion of the historic...
MURIC accuses nursing schools of hijab intimidation, threatens legal action
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has accused several nursing schools across Nigeria, including the University College Hospital (UCH),...
YABATECH governing council appoints new registrar and bursar
The Governing Council of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), chaired by Professor Funso Isolaowa Afolabi, has announced the...
TETFund decries corruption in vice-chancellor selection process
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has raised alarm over the increasing politicisation and corruption in the selection...
Tinubu appoints new heads for NUC, NERDC, others
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced key appointments into four significant national institutions: the National Universities Commission (NUC),...
Nigerian govt dismisses civil servants with degrees from Benin, Togo universities
The Federal Government of Nigeria has terminated the employment of civil servants who obtained degrees from private universities...
India secures nationwide access to 13,000 journals in groundbreaking deal
The Indian government has secured a $715 million deal to provide free access to nearly 13,000 journals for 18 million students and researchers starting January 2025. While the initiative expands access for underfunded institutions and covers article-processing charges, critics urge reforms toward sustainable open-access models, emphasizing long-term needs in research publishing.
ASUU SAZU declares indefinite strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU) in Bauchi has announced an indefinite...
FUOYE clears female student after sex-for-grades intimidation by lecturer
The Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), has cleared Ramota Olahanloye, a final-year student, to graduate after she accused...
EKSU justifies 50% fee increase for fresh students, calls it a...
The management of Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti (EKSU), has described the 50% increase in tuition fees for...
Oyo releases first batch of TESCOM 2024 recruitment list
The Oyo State Government has announced the release of the first batch of qualified applicants who participated in...
Five UNICAL students awarded scholarships to study Cross River gorilla habits
The Nigeria Conservation Foundation (NCF), in collaboration with the Wilder Institute Conservation Calgary Zoo, has awarded scholarships to...
UNIZIK reinstates Joseph Ikechebelu as Acting Vice-Chancellor
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK), has announced the reinstatement of Prof. Joseph I. Ikechebelu as the Acting Vice-Chancellor...
Court stops parallel NAPPS exco
The Upper Area Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Abuja has issued an interim injunction restraining...
Industrial Court awards N40 Million to wrongfully dismissed FUOYE lecturer
The National Industrial Court in Akure has ruled in favor of Professor Niyi Akingbe, the former Acting Dean...
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.
