Kingsley Aniji

BREAKING: UNILORIN Graduates 11,886 Students as 316 Earn First Class Honours at 40th Convocation Ceremony

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has once again reaffirmed its reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading citadels of learning as it proudly graduates a total of 11,886 students at its 40th Convocation Ceremony, marking a major highlight of the institution’s Golden Jubilee Celebration. This year’s convocation is not just a routine academic event—it’s a reflection…

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi Sets Date for 2025/2026 Physical Screening Exercise

the management of the Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi has officially announced the schedule for the physical screening exercise for candidates admitted into its Degree Programme in affiliation with the University of Maiduguri for the 2025/2026 academic session. According to the institution’s notice, the exercise will take place as part of the crucial verification process to ensure…

NYSC Announces Opening of Remobilization Portal for Batch ‘B’ 2025 Corps Members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially announced the opening of its online portal for the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Remobilization exercise, providing a fresh opportunity for corps members who absconded during their service year to regularize their status. According to the latest update from the NYSC management, the portal will be open from October…

Nigerians Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Cooking Gas Prices Fall Nationwide

After several months of surging prices and market instability, Nigerian households have finally received some good news — the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, has dropped significantly to an average of ₦1,400 per kilogram across major cities. Retailers across different states have confirmed that the cost of refilling a…

NUC Grants Approval for MBBS and Postgraduate Programmes at Salem University, Lokoja

In a major milestone for Nigeria’s private university system, the National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially approved the commencement of the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme, alongside several postgraduate programmes at Salem University, Lokoja. This development marks a new era for the faith-based institution, signaling its steady rise among Nigeria’s fast-growing higher…

ASUU Strike: Why Nigerian Students Are the True Victims of Endless Academic Disruptions

Once again, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike has brought Nigeria’s public universities to a grinding halt. Classes are suspended, lecture halls stand empty, and students are forced back home — trapped in another round of uncertainty. For decades, ASUU strikes have become an almost predictable part of Nigeria’s academic calendar. Yet beneath…

NUC Approves Reintroduction of Management Degree Programmes at FUNAAB After Eight Years

In a major development for the Nigerian higher education sector, the National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially granted approval for the reintroduction of management degree programmes at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). This significant decision marks the end of an eight-year suspension period that had restricted the university from offering business-related courses. The…

Mathematics Remains Compulsory for All O’Level Students Despite Policy Confusion :FG Clarifies

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially reaffirmed that Mathematics remains a compulsory subject for all students taking O’Level examinations across the country. This announcement comes amid growing speculation and online debates suggesting that the subject might no longer be mandatory for students in the Arts and Humanities streams. In a statement issued through the…

Lagos State University Joins OPay’s Long-Term Education Support Drive

In a landmark collaboration set to impact the educational landscape in Nigeria, Lagos State University (LASU) has officially joined the list of beneficiaries of the ₦1.2 billion OPay 10-Year Scholarship Programme. The initiative, designed to support exceptional yet financially challenged students across the country, marks a major step in OPay’s ongoing commitment to empowering young…

ASUU Confirms Ongoing Talks with Federal Government — Hope Rises for Possible Resolution

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has officially confirmed that it has entered into dialogue with the Federal Government’s negotiation team as the union’s two-week warning strike reaches its seventh day. The ongoing discussions, which began earlier this week, offer a glimmer of hope that the prolonged crisis between university lecturers and the government…