The University of Benin has confirmed the receipt of N24.4m for 332 students, a letter signed by the Vice-chancellor of the institution, Prof. Lilian Salami which was sighted by our correspondent on Thursday revealed. Salami, in a letter dated August 11, 2024, and addressed to the Managing Director of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, said, “I write […]
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Education is a fundamental human right and a gateway to personal development and societal contribution. However, for physically challenged students, this gateway is often fraught with barriers that make the journey towards quality education a formidable challenge. Despite the goal of Sustainable Development Goal 4, which aims to ensure equal access to all levels of
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Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) has officially adjusted its academic calendar for the 2023/2024 academic session. This change was confirmed during the university 528th senate meeting, reflecting the need to accommodate the unforeseen delay. Initially, the Second Semester Examinations were scheduled to begin on Monday, August 26, 2024, and conclude on Saturday, September 14, 2024. However,
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The Adamawa State Scholarship Trust Fund has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 scholarship program, offering financial support to qualified students from Adamawa State who are currently enrolled in higher education institutions across Nigeria and abroad. Benefits: The scholarship aims to provide funds and awards to assist students in pursuing their tertiary education,
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Applications are open for the 2025 SAIS Investment Readiness Programme (IRP), a comprehensive, year-long initiative designed to support African tech start-ups in agriculture, livestock, food, and climate sectors. This programme offers selected companies a tailor-made development experience, helping them scale and grow their businesses with expert guidance and resources. Benefits: Participants in the programme will
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The Bauchi State Government has closed down 39 private colleges of education due to lack of registration. The state Commissioner for Higher Education, Mrs Lydia Tsammani, stated this at a news conference in Bauchi on Thursday. Tsammani said the affected institutions did not get the approval of the National Commission for Colleges of Education or
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In a groundbreaking move to enhance the quality of basic education, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has underscored the crucial role of research in transforming the sector. Hamid Bobboyi, the Executive Secretary of UBEC, emphasized the importance of conducting timely and effective research to avoid the pitfalls of abandoned projects. He highlighted this during
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Ladi Kwali was more than just a potter; she was a cultural icon who broke through the barriers of gender and tradition to become a celebrated artist of international repute. In the annals of Nigeria’s history, few figures stand out as vividly as Ladi Kwali, a woman whose artistry and cultural impact have earned her
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The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) is abuzz with anticipation as the search for an acting Vice Chancellor intensifies. Former Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Prof. Polycarp Emeka Chigbu has clarified that the selection process is far from over, despite circulating rumors about his purported appointment. According to the Guardian, Prof. Chigbu dispelled the false reports, emphasizing
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A total of 141 graduates of the University of Benin, UNIBEN, were on Wednesday inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology, NISLT. It was reported that the graduates were inducted into the profession by the registrar of the NISLT, Yemi Gbadegesin, at the Ugbowo main campus of the university in Benin City. Gbadegesin,
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In today’s high-pressure educational environment, self-care is no longer a luxury but a crucial necessity. As reports increasingly highlight the rise of stress-related conditions like hypertension among young people, it’s clear that educators are not immune. The growing prevalence of various diseases underscores the urgent need for educators to prioritise their health. Without proper self-care,
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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund said it would constantly review the N20,000 monthly stipends to Nigerian students based on economic realities. The Director of Corporate Communications of the Fund, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi made this known in an interview with our correspondent in Abuja on Wednesday. Apart from institutional fees, applicants for student loans also have the
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities has cried out against the huge power bills paid by universities in the country estimated at N275bn annually, following the recent increase in electricity tariffs. The National President, ASUU, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, called for per-unit billing as the universities’ power bill rose by 300 per cent, hitting N21.480b monthly.
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The Chairman of the Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area of Lagos State, Dele Oshinowo, has obtained the 2024 General Certificate Examination for 200 students in the LCDA. The council boss said he did that to boost the dwindling interest in education among young Nigerians and to support striving parents during the current economic challenges. Oshinowo,
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The 1984 alumni of the Department of Mass Communication at the University of Lagos have donated internet facilities to their alma mater to enhance research and learning capabilities. The donation, the association noted, would equip students with the skills and resources necessary to stay competitive long after graduation. This contribution, which includes cable LAN devices
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Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi State, has commenced screening prospective candidates for the 2024/2025 academic session. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Alewo Johnson-Akubo, who spoke to our correspondent , said the screening began on August 12, adding that it is for both undergraduate and postgraduate candidates. Johnson-Akubo said, “There is no room for compromise when it comes to
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