Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, student have died after a hit-and-run driver had allegedly fled the scene of an accident. The accident was said to have occurred when the driver reportedly driving against traffic, collided with the motorcycle conveying the student identified as Olanrewaju Olatona, and one other along the Ikirun-Osogbo road area of the state. […]
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Recent attacks on schools, particularly in the North-East and North-West regions in 2021, have led to learning disruptions for over 1.3 million children, necessitating precautionary school closures. This highlights the urgency of addressing school safety comprehensively. UNICEF has called for a multi-sectoral approach to improve school safety, informed by the performance of states on the
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Jimoh Abdulmueez, a 24-year-old computer engineering student at Kwara State University (KWASU), has been reported missing. According to sources, Jimoh was last seen departing the university campus in Malete for his home in Ilorin last Thursday. However, he has not been seen since that time. Efforts to locate him have included filing a report with
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Delta Polytechnic in Ogwashi Uku has been compelled to cease operations in response to a spate of assaults on students by marauding hoodlums. The institution’s Rector, Prof. Emmanuel Achuenu, announced the closure during the weekend, with academic activities slated to resume Monday, February 26. The Students Union Government (SUG) also issued a directive mandating all
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1. Strategic Planning: – Start by creating a weekend-specific schedule. Identify specific learning goals or tasks you want to achieve. – Prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines. This will help you allocate time wisely. 2.Time Management: – Break down larger goals into smaller, manageable tasks. This makes it easier to stay focused and track
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Moyosore Bright, a zoology student at the University of Ilorin, has became a victim of abduction over the weekend (Saturday) within the confines of the educational institution edugist has learnt. The unsettling occurrence was made public by the spokesperson of the Kwara State police command, DSP Ejire Adetoun Adeyemi, who released a statement in Ilorin
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The University of Ilorin, Nigeria, has once again made global headlines as Qudus Owoyemi, a 400-level student in the Department of Statistics, shattered the world record for the fastest five skin fade. Qudus accomplished this remarkable feat in an astonishing 14 minutes, 56 seconds, and 83 milliseconds, surpassing the previous record of 18 minutes and
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Tragedy struck at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Kwara State as a Higher National Diploma female student of the institution, Toyin Bamidele was allegedly hacked to death by yet-to-be-identified persons. The victim who was from the Food Technology Department, was allegedly hacked to death in her rented apartment outside the campus on Thursday. The development was
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Seven operatives of the Economic and Financial Crime Commission, Ibadan Zonal Command, were allegedly attacked and held hostage by staff and students of the Federal College of Forestry, Idi-shin Estate, Ibadan, Oyo State. In a statement released Wednesday on the official Facebook page of the Commission, the operatives were on a routine verification exercise on
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The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) says it will investigate the alleged murder of a Nigerian student by a group of Chinese citizens in the Philippines. The investigation is intended to unravel the circumstances surrounding the death of the student identified as Ikem. This is contained in a statement by NiDCOM spokesman Abdur-Rahman Balogun. According
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A Student of the University of Lagos, Oluwakemi, has been sighted in the Ifako-Gbagada area of Lagos state begging for alms to pay her school fees. She stood at the roundabout with an inscription on a placard, ‘Please help a final year student with her school fees. God bless you.’ Oluwakemi, a part-time student at
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Born into the warm embrace of Ajayi Abiodun and Ajayi Fatima in the heart of Osogbo, Ajayi Abiola Bamidele embodies a spirit of unyielding determination. His educational journey began at the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic in Abeokuta, where he laid the foundations of his academic pursuits before moving to Osun Polytechnic, Iree, with unwavering commitment, he
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The policemen, who came in over 20 vehicles, were joined by the university security personnel and men of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC. Admission seekers who wanted to get into the campus for screening process and other visitors were turned back at the gate by the security men who locked it up.
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In a remarkable display of cross-cultural collaboration, Oluwadamilola Sansadeen, a first-year Marine Sciences student at the University of Lagos, embarked on a transformative journey that transcended borders and united two continents. After securing a U.S. Consulate Public Diplomacy grant in 2022, Sansadeen’s trajectory took her from the bustling city of Lagos to the heartland of
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In the bustling world of education, confidence is the key that unlocks doors to success. As a student, developing and nurturing self-assurance can significantly impact your academic journey, paving the way for growth, achievements, and a fulfilling future. Whether you are starting a new school year or looking to enhance your confidence mid-semester, this article
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An undergraduate from the University of Lagos, known as Adekunle, lost his life due to a gunshot wound inflicted by armed robbers. The incident occurred on Saturday, June 3, at the intersection of Harvey Road and Moore Road in the Yaba area of Lagos State. According to reports, Adekunle and his fellow student, Opeyemi, boarded
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Maureen Emenike is a talented 21-year-old writer and entrepreneur hailing from Uzuakoli, Bende local government areas (LGA) in Abia State. As the second child out of five siblings, Maureen possesses a strong drive and determination to succeed in both her academic and professional pursuits. Currently, she is in her fourth year as a Public Administration
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The Management of Imo State University, Owerri has suspended one of its lecturers, Desmond Izunwanne, for allegedly slapping female students who arrived at a class session behind schedule and in non-departmental uniform. The spokesperson for the University, Ralph Njokuobi, in a statement in Owerri, the state capital, said the lecturer’s action was “barbaric and unbecoming.”
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Maryam Lawan Goroma, a student at Yobe State University (YSU) Damaturu, passed away shortly after taking her exam. According to reports, she slumped on Thursday, April 27, 2023, and was taken to the hospital where she was confirmed dead. A classmate, Bukar Maisandari, who confirmed the incident said Maryam was hale and healthy before her
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Innovation and hard work have paid off for a 21-year-old Nigerian student who has created a new culinary delight called “Garfait.” Maureen Emenike, a 400 level student at Abia State University, combined garri, groundnut, sugar, milk, and various toppings to create the perfect parfait. Her creation has captured the hearts and taste buds of many
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