President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bishop Matthew Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State. Alongside Bishop Kukah, the President also approved the appointment of key principal officers for the university, including: Prof. Qurix Williams Barnabas – […]
For many students, the word “learning” is often associated with boredom, pressure, or endless repetition of facts. Classrooms can sometimes feel like places of routine rather than spaces of excitement. However, education should never be a tedious task, it should be an adventure, an exploration of new ideas, and a pathway to personal growth. The
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Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the recruitment of 1,100 teachers by the State Universal Basic Education Board (ODSUBEB). This approval follows the completion of the recruitment process by the board. The state government had recently employed 1,010 new teachers for public secondary schools. A statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer
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Thousands of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, in Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of the state on Monday protested the high level of insecurity and police brutality, declaring that they are no longer saved. The protesters led by the student union president, Geoffrey George, converged at the institution’s main gate around 8:15am chanting solidarity
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The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has given the management of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) a seven-day ultimatum to address its four-point demand regarding workers’ welfare and the alleged victimisation of labour leaders. Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos on Monday, NASU general secretary, Prince Peters Adeyemi, warned
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Across the country, public secondary schools are increasingly falling victim to destruction, with miscreants and hoodlums wreaking havoc on learning facilities. From roofing sheets being stolen in Ibadan to entire school buildings being stripped bare trend is alarming. In February 2025, students of IMG Grammar School, Ibadan arrived at their school, expecting another day of
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The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has summoned Ushie Rita Uguamaye, a corps member serving in Lagos State, following her viral social media video in which she criticized President Bola Tinubu over Nigeria’s economic challenges. A message from the NYSC Local Government Inspector (LGI) directed Rita, with code number LA/24B/832, to report to the Eti
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In a significant boost to education and youth empowerment in Nigeria, leading financial institution OPay has announced the extension of its N1.2 billion 10-year scholarship initiative to students of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife. This makes OAU the third beneficiary of the prestigious program, aimed at alleviating financial burdens and fostering academic excellence among students
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Oyo State Government has insisted that there is no going back on the resolve to demolish illegal structures around schools in the state. This affirmation was made by the Chairperson, Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA), Hon. Justice Aderonke Aderemi (rtd.), in Ibadan. Aderemi led an inspection team to Jemibewon area of Sabo
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A mysterious illness has reportedly led to the death of five students at the Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA), sparking fear among students and staff. Sources within the university revealed that four students died last week, with another fatality recorded on Sunday. While officials have yet to determine the cause, students
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The Committee of Chairmen Governing Councils of Federal Polytechnics have met with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), seeking urgent solar power interventions for federal polytechnics. The meeting emphasised the need for sustainable energy solutions, particularly in areas not connected to the national grid. The Committee chairman, led by Senator Barnabas Gemade, representing all 36 federal
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The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has commended the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) Lagos State Area Unit for intentionally transforming the lives of Muslim youths through their laudable programmes. Dr Hamzat spoke at the grand finale of the 19th biennial Lagos Qur’an Competition organised by the MSSN Lagos State
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The Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board has commended Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for approving the recruitment of 1,100 primary school teachers across the state’s 18 local government areas. A statement released on Sunday by the Director of Information and Public Relations of SUBEB, Bolu Ajijo, confirmed the governor’s approval following the completion of the recruitment
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The Senate of the University of Calabar has approved the renaming of its former Registry Building in honour of the institution’s pioneer Registrar, late Dr. Onofiok Ufot. This decision, according to a Sunday statement, acknowledges Ufot’s invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the university and his distinguished legacy in education and administration. The
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