Kingsley Aniji

TETFund Unveils ₦4.09 Billion Legacy Projects at IBB University, Lapai

The Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, Niger State, has witnessed a major infrastructural transformation following the commissioning of two landmark projects by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). The projects — a fully remodelled Senate Building and an ultra-modern Faculty of Law Complex — valued at a combined ₦4.089 billion, were inaugurated in a…

UNTH Denies Viral Claims of Giving Away Bereaved Children After Patient’s Death, Promises Thorough Investigation

The University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu State, has firmly denied allegations circulating on social media that the hospital “gave out” the children of a deceased patient to unknown persons. The management described the viral report as false, misleading, and damaging, assuring the public that a detailed internal investigation is already underway to…

Abia State Achieves Over 100% School Enrolment in 2025/2026 Session as Free Education Policy Spurs Unprecedented Growth

In a remarkable stride for educational development, the Abia State Government has announced an impressive over 100 percent increase in school enrolment for the 2025/2026 academic session. This historic milestone, revealed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, underscores the success of the government’s ongoing commitment to revamping the basic education sector through strategic…

Shock and Sorrow as UNIJOS Community Grapples with the Murder of a 300-Level Student

The University of Jos (UNIJOS) community has been thrown into deep mourning following the tragic killing of a 300-level student of the Department of Banking and Finance, identified as Peter Mafuyai, who was allegedly murdered and buried in a shallow grave by his close friend and coursemate, Nanpon Timnan, a 200-level student of the Department…

FUTMINNA Issues Strong Fraud Alert Over Admission Scams – Warns Candidates to Beware of Fake Admission Agents

The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has issued an important public disclaimer warning prospective students, parents, and the general public against the activities of fraudsters who are allegedly posing as university representatives to extort money from unsuspecting candidates in exchange for fake admissions. According to an official statement signed by Danladi Mallam, the University…

FUTMINNA Begins Releasing Proposed Admissions for Medical Courses on the UPASE Portal

In a new development eagerly anticipated by thousands of applicants, the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has commenced the release of proposed admission lists for candidates who applied for Medical and Allied Health courses through the university’s University Pre-Admission Screening Exercise (UPASE) Portal. A Major Step Forward for FUTMINNA’s Medical Programmes This marks a…

After 10 Years of Operations, Lidya Shuts Down: What Led to the Fall of Nigeria’s Once-Promising Digital Lending Giant

Lidya, one of the country’s most prominent digital lending platforms, has officially announced the closure of its Nigerian operations after nearly a decade of operation. The company, once celebrated as a trailblazer in Africa’s financial technology ecosystem, revealed that persistent financial challenges and an unsustainable business model had forced it to shut down. This announcement…

Adamawa State Governor Opens Application Portal for 2025 Foreign Master’s Scholarship Programme — See Eligibility, Dates, and How to Apply

In an inspiring move aimed at promoting educational excellence and global exposure among young Nigerians, the Adamawa State Government has officially announced the opening of its Foreign Master’s Scholarship Programme for 2025. The initiative, launched under the leadership of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, seeks to sponsor outstanding indigenes of Adamawa State to pursue postgraduate degrees…

JAMB Approves Admission for 85 Exceptional Underage Candidates After Rigorous Screening Exercise

In a landmark development that underscores the balance between academic excellence and policy flexibility, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially cleared 85 exceptional underage candidates for admission into tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The announcement has generated widespread discussion within the education sector, as it highlights a rare but significant shift in the…