In a decisive move that signals a new chapter for Nigeria’s electoral system, the Senate has officially confirmed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the substantive Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). His confirmation followed a rigorous screening session that underscored his vast experience, academic excellence, and legal expertise. The appointment comes at a…

In a remarkable gesture of educational empowerment and community service, Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, a member representing Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has celebrated the 40th birthday of Seyi Tinubu, the son of Nigeria’s President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, by distributing free General Certificate Examination (GCE) and National Examination Council…

In a decisive move aimed at restoring discipline and ensuring campus safety, the management of Ebonyi State University (EBSU), Abakaliki, has expelled three students over alleged unlawful possession of firearms during the institution’s recent Students’ Union Government (SUG) elections. The decision has stirred discussions across the academic community, with many applauding the university’s firm stance…

In a significant stride towards revitalizing Lagos State’s educational infrastructure, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has officially flagged off the full reconstruction of the burnt “Bakassi Hostel” at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH). This bold move signals a renewed commitment by the Lagos State Government to improve students’ welfare and restore one of the college’s most vital…

Nigeria’s parallel foreign exchange (FX) market continues to send shockwaves across the economy as the naira remains under intense pressure against major global currencies. On Saturday, October 18, 2025, the naira traded at around ₦1,480 to ₦1,500 per dollar in the parallel market — a significant gap from the official rate of ₦1,471.03. But beyond…

In today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world, helping children stay focused has become one of the biggest challenges for parents. From digital screens to multitasking habits, children are surrounded by constant mental noise that affects their concentration and learning ability. Recent insights from cognitive science, as highlighted by experts, reveal that focus is not a fixed trait—it…

Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration in Oyo State has continued to receive widespread commendation for its remarkable investment in education, especially through the implementation of a robust free education policy that has reshaped the state’s academic landscape. The policy, which aims to make education accessible to every child regardless of financial background, has not only restored…

In a move that has sparked widespread professional debate within Nigeria’s health sector, the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) has strongly opposed the proposed establishment of a University of Medicine and Health Sciences, describing its intended name as “misleading, discriminatory, and professionally insensitive.” According to the PSN, the nomenclature not only violates the principles of…

In a recent statement that has drawn significant attention across Nigeria’s education sector, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has clarified that it does not consider strikes a preferred tool for resolving disputes with the Federal Government. The union, often criticized for prolonged industrial actions disrupting academic calendars, insists that strikes are always a…

In a decisive move to address the lingering crisis in Nigeria’s tertiary education sector, the Senate has stepped in to resolve the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). The upper chamber of the National Assembly has summoned the Minister of Education and the Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC)…