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ASUU Strike: ASUU defers nationwide strike to January, cites govt inaction

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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has disclosed that it delayed its proposed nationwide strike to give the Federal Government additional time to address its concerns. Speaking exclusively with the Nigerian Tribune, ASUU President, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, explained that the union chose to defer the strike despite mounting pressure from its members. “But up […]

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UNIABUJA to announce Maikudi as VC amid controversy

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The University of Abuja’s Governing Council is set to announce the appointment of Prof. Aisha Maikudi, the acting vice-chancellor, as the substantive vice-chancellor on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. This decision comes amid allegations of irregularities in the selection process, according to sources familiar with the matter. The council, chaired by Air Vice-Marshal Saddiq Ismaila Kaita,

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Tinubu approves federal university for Southern Kaduna

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna, a major stride towards addressing the region’s educational and developmental challenges. Vice President Kashim Shettima announced the approval over the weekend during a condolence visit to the Kukah family in Kamuru, Zangon Kataf, following the death of His Highness Yohanna

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MURIC defends Ayede Polytechnic rector amid allegations, calls for end to smear campaign

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The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has stepped into the growing controversy surrounding the leadership of the Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, in Oyo State. The rights group has called for an end to what it describes as a baseless campaign of calumny against the institution’s pioneer rector, Engr. Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul Hameed. In a press statement

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APWEN champions FUNSTEM to spark interest in science, innovation

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The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) has called on education stakeholders to revolutionize how Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) is taught in schools by adopting the innovative concept of ‘FUNSTEM.’ Dr. Adebisi Osim, APWEN’s President, made this appeal during a FUNSTEM programme designed for secondary school students, urging educators, parents, and

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World Bank flags education funding crisis in Nigeria, Africa

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Nigeria and other Sub-Saharan African nations are facing a significant education funding gap, spending an average of $54 per student compared to $8,500 in high-income countries, according to the World Bank’s November Africa Pulse Report. The report highlighted stark disparities in education financing, with governments in high-income nations investing about $117,000 per student by age

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FG allocates N40b to secure, power unity schools

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The Federal Government has allocated N40 billion to enhance the security and living conditions in all 118 federal unity colleges across Nigeria. In a move aimed at safeguarding students and staff, N20 billion has been set aside for the construction of perimeter fencing around the schools, while an additional N20 billion will address irregular power

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Jimmy Carter: A Masterclass in Leadership as Education for the World

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Jimmy Carter’s passing at the remarkable age of 100 leaves the world with more than just memories—it leaves us with a curriculum. His life, from the peanut fields of Georgia to the Oval Office and beyond, serves as a profound educational blueprint on the power of leadership, humility, and service. For educators, policymakers, and aspiring

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UNIBEN orders immediate online clearance of new students

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The management of the University of Benin has ordered immediate online clearance for newly admitted students for the 2024/2025 academic session. The university’s Public Relations Officer, Dr Benedicta Ehanire, said this in a statement on Saturday in Benin. She said the exercise was expected to be concluded on Jan. 15, 2025. Ehanire said the directive

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VC canvasses support for public varsities

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The Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Prof. Olugbenga Ige, has urged university alumni bodies to support their institutions, saying no ivory tower could survive alone. Ige made the call while addressing the re-elected executives of the AAUA Alumni during the 2024 national convention of the association held recently. Addressing the

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Deputy Senate President’s scholarship beneficiaries depart for India

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The Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, has urged the 70 beneficiaries of his foreign scholarship scheme to be nation’s good ambassadors and be ready to return and contribute to national development upon graduation. During a farewell ceremony on Sunday at at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport he emphasised the importance of education in developing

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