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Top 10 Universities in Sub-Saharan Africa

Top 10 Universities in Sub-Saharan Africa: 2024 Rankings

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The world of higher education is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and Sub-Saharan African universities are increasingly claiming their place on the global stage. The recently released 2024 Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings not only highlight the region’s academic achievements but also reveal the ongoing strides towards excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Institutions from Nigeria, […]

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Meet Lady Kofoworola Ademola, the first Black African woman to graduate from Oxford

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Lady Kofoworola Ademola, a revered figure in Nigerian history, was a pioneering educationist, writer, and advocate for women’s rights. Born in 1913 to Omoba Eric Olawolu Moore, a member of the Egba royal family, and Aida Arabella Vaughan, her privileged upbringing straddled Lagos and the United Kingdom, fostering her progressive worldview and setting the foundation

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Nigerian Prof Austin Nosike Appointed Chairperson of Institutional Audit in Namibia

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The Government of Namibia under the auspices of the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) has approved the appointment of Professor Austin Nosike as Chairperson of Institutional Audit Panel. In an official statement signed on October 23, 2024 by the Deputy Executive Director of Council, Ms Sylvia Demas, the Council, in the exercise of its

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Value of the teaching profession

What is the Value of the Teaching Profession?

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Let’s talk about an uncomfortable truth: we’re systematically undervaluing one of society’s most crucial professions, teaching. The disparity in how we treat educators compared to other professionals isn’t just striking; it’s shocking. Take a moment to consider this scenario: A pastor with fewer than 100 congregants will often use high-quality sound systems, projectors, and microphones

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Reimaging education in Ngieria

Reimagining Education in Nigeria: Key Trends in Education Reforms – Part 1

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Education is a cornerstone of national development, serving as a vital driver of economic growth, social cohesion, and innovation. In Nigeria, the fourth largest economy in Africa in 2024, and one of the most populous countries globally, the education sector plays a critical role in shaping the future of its youth and, by extension, the

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Ogun’s digital education initiative gets praise from FG, DAWN

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The Ogun State Government’s innovative digital education initiative has received widespread commendation from the Federal Ministry of Education and allied agencies from South-West states. The praise was highlighted during an understudy visit to Abeokuta, where representatives from the Ministries of Education of Lagos, Osun, Oyo, Ondo, and Ekiti states gathered to observe the state’s progress.

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Nile University, French Embassy strengthen ties with launch of cutting-edge Fab Lab

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Nile University of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Embassy of France in Nigeria, has launched a state-of-the-art Fabrication Laboratory (Fab Lab) aimed at fostering innovation and sustainability. The Fab Lab, equipped with advanced digital tools, will provide students and faculty with the resources needed to design and prototype solutions that can have a positive social

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Seyi Makinde

Makinde canvasses investment in science education

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has tasked both the federal and state governments to invest heavily in science and technology for the nation to meet the demands of today’s technologically driven world. Makinde made this call while delivering the lecture at the maiden convocation of Thomas Adewumi University, Oko-Irese in Irepodun Local Government Area

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UNIMAID students seek better Wi-Fi connectivity

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STUDENTS of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), Borno State, have called for improved network connectivity and Wi-Fi facilities within the varsity to boost their productivity. According to the students, lack of connectivity has hindered so many of them in carrying out their academic tasks as it were. While the campus battles a lack of connectivity,

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Unilorin hosts 3rd summit of 28 foreign varsities

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University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), has hosted the third summit of 28 universities drawn from eight different countries, under the aegis of D8 Network of Pioneers for Research and Innovation (D8NPRI). The D8 member countries are Nigeria, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Turkey, and Malaysia. Speaking during the opening of the meeting, the vice-chancellor of the

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Lux Mundi varsity

Archbishop named Lux Mundi varsity chancellor, school holds maiden matriculation

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The Archbishop of Owerri Province of the Catholic Church, His Grace, Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, at the weekend, emerged as the first Chancellor of the first Umuahia-based Lux Mundi University. This was as the university also held its inaugural matriculation ceremony, and the foundation laying ceremony for the former governor of Imo State, Dr. Ikedi

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FUOYE unions unite in support of VC, denounce allegations as baseless smear campaign

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Staff unions at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) have rallied behind the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina, dismissing allegations of misconduct as unfounded and politically motivated. In a joint statement issued on Tuesday by members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), Congress of Nigerian Academics (CONUA), Non-Academic Staff of

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3,100 ATBU students benefit from loan scheme, SUG advocates for more participation

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Over 3,100 students of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, have received financial assistance under the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), designed to support indigent students. This was disclosed by the university’s Student Union Government (SUG) President, Fahad Abdullahi, during an interview on Tuesday. Abdullahi revealed that the NELFUND disbursed ₦256 million to the university

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Reps push for indigenous language teaching in schools

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In a move aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s rich linguistic heritage and enhancing educational inclusiveness, the House of Representatives has urged the Federal Ministry of Education to introduce local languages as mediums of instruction in primary and junior secondary schools. The resolution was adopted during a plenary session in Abuja on Tuesday, following a motion moved

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