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LASU lecturer emerges as global virology awardee

AbdulAzeez Anjorin, a distinguished lecturer from the Faculty of Science at Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, has achieved international recognition by being honoured with the prestigious Global Virus Network (GVN) 2023 Training Scholarship and Award. The commendable achievement was officially announced by the university’s Center for Information and Public Relations (CIPR). Anjorin’s remarkable expertise as […]

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Plan International, Goal Prime launch education project for 8000 children in Borno

Plan International Nigeria and GoalPrime Organisation Nigeria (GPON) have launched a humanitarian project to improve education for no less than 8000 children in Borno State, Nigeria.  The project, supported by the European Commission Humanitarian Aid & Civil Protection (ECHO), will provide quality formal and non-formal education to children in Damboa and Kala Balge, two of

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Innoson Group says forgery allegations against Ejikeme has more to it

In a twist of narrative, the Innoson Group has countered forgery allegations against Mmesoma Ejikeme, a 16-year-old student from Anambra by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). . She has been accused of inflating her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result and falsely declaring herself as the top scorer for the 2023 exam. Mmesoma,

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NUC approves 33 new undergraduate programmes for Ekiti varsity

The National Universities Commission has approved 33 new undergraduate programmes for the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere Ekiti (BOUESTI). This was following a visit by a team of experts from NUC to the university to assess its capability to run the proposed programmes with respect to human and material resources and

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UTME Forgery: JAMB uncovers result manipulation of Anambra high scorer

Fame turned shame as Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), says it is going to prosecute Ejikeme Mmesoma, a 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidate from Anambra State for “manipulating” her result in this year’s examination. “Miss Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma had actually scored 249 and not 362 she claimed,” the Board said in a

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ASUU faults dissolution of federal universities’ governing councils

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has faulted the decision of the federal government on the dissolution of the governing councils of all federal universities in the country. The union said that the move was inimical and a major setback toward the growth and development of university education in Nigeria. The Chairman of the

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Nigerian law school student wins prestigious UK award

Twenty-four-year-old Onyinye Omenugha, who attends the Nigerian Law School, has been recognised with the prestigious Princess Diana Award. This award is given annually in the United Kingdom and worldwide to exceptional young individuals who have made positive contributions to humanity. Established in 1999 under the leadership of former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, the award

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Covenant University makes list of top 10 sub-Saharan Africa University Ranking

Covenant University, a leading private institution in Nigeria, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing the 7th position in the latest sub-Saharan Africa University Ranking. This significant recognition underscores the university’s commitment to academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and cutting-edge research initiatives. With its dedication to nurturing well-rounded individuals and producing globally competitive graduates, Covenant

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Only Three Nigerian Universities ranked among 1,000 best Universities in the world

Three Nigerian universities made it to the list of the best 1,000 universities in the world 2023. The only three Nigerian universities are: University of Ibadan (UI), University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Covenant University. This is captured in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023. The Times Higher Education ranked 1,799 universities across 104

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Police arrest 2 people in connection with death of UNIBEN student

Two individuals have been arrested by the police in relation to the tragic death of a student from the University of Benin (UNIBEN), Francis Aniude. The unfortunate incident occurred at Ekosodin River, situated near the Ugbowo campus of the university. Francis Aniude, a 23-year-old student, drowned in the river after being invited by his neighbours,

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Who best prepares the university curriculum in a market economy?

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has rejected the Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS) that the National Universities Commission (NUC) has proposed opening up a critical window for dialogue on Nigeria’s university curriculum design. Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, national president of, ASUU, in a signed statement on Friday, said it was unacceptable for the

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