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Vice-Chancellor of Admiralty University of Nigeria, Prof. Ndubisi Ogbogbo

New Admiralty varsity VC resumes, promises academic excellence

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The new Vice-Chancellor of Admiralty University of Nigeria, Prof. Ndubisi Ogbogbo, has officially assumed office with a commitment to driving academic excellence through the 3-H principle of education. Speaking shortly after taking the oath of office at the university’s campus on Wednesday in Ibusa, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, Ogbogbo expressed his […]

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Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions

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The Nigerian education system, particularly at the tertiary level, has traditionally placed a heavy emphasis on rote learning, a method that prioritises memorisation over critical thinking and practical application. While the acquisition of theoretical knowledge is undoubtedly important, it becomes a disservice when not paired with practical experiences that allow students to apply what they’ve

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Student loan won’t stop ‘japa’ after graduation, NELFUND assures beneficiaries

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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has assured students that beneficiaries of the student loan scheme will not be restricted from travelling abroad after graduation. Managing Director and Chief Executive of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, made this clarification during a sensitisation programme at Edo University, Iyamho, on Wednesday, while addressing students’ concerns about potential travel limitations. “The

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Edo Poly suspends fee payment enforcement for NELFUND applicants

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The Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, has suspended its policy requiring students to present proof of fee payment during examinations for those that will be applying for student loans through the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). The Rector of the Polytechnic, Engr. Sylvester Omoruyi, made the announcement during a sensitisation programme organised by NELFUND at the

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SSANU faults FG over appointment of VCs

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The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has expressed concerns over appointment of Vice-Chancellors (VCs) in Nigerian universities, saying the federal government has reduced the process to a mere ‘constituency project’ rather than merit-based selection. SSANU also faulted poor funding of universities and inter-university centres, warning that institutions meant to be citadels of learning

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BIU celebrates founder with film festival

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The Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, is set to host a film festival in honour of its founder and father of Pentecostalism in Africa, Archbishop Benson Andrew Idahosa. Vice Chancellor and chairman of the Senate of the university, Professor John Okhuoya, said, “The event taking place at the university’s Heritage Campus in Ugbor, Benin City,

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Reps urge diphtheria vaccination in schools nationwide

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The House of Representatives, on Wednesday, called on the Federal Government to urgently embark on a vaccination exercise across schools nationwide to address the scourge of diphtheria. The House’s decision followed the consideration and adoption of a motion of urgent public importance at plenary, sponsored by the House spokesman, Mr Akin Rotimi. Titled, “The outbreak

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TETFund unveils special intervention to tackle power crisis in schools

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The Tertiary Education Trust Fund has unveiled a Special Intervention initiative aimed at addressing the persistent power shortages affecting Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. The Chairman of TETFund’s Board of Trustees, Aminu Masari, announced the initiative on Wednesday while inaugurating the steering committee on the Alternative Energy Solution Initiative for tertiary institutions. Masari, a former governor of

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Nigeria moves to revolutionize education with EdTech: Minister Alausa unveils bold plans

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The Federal Government is ramping up efforts to integrate Educational Technology (EdTech) into Nigeria’s learning system to bridge educational gaps and prepare students for the digital economy. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, revealed this following a strategic meeting with Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, and representatives from the Mastercard Foundation. The discussions

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