NUC Approves 13 Innovative New Degree Programmes

In a major stride toward advancing higher education in Nigeria, the National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially approved 13 new undergraduate degree programmes for universities across the country. This landmark decision aligns with the Commission’s ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s tertiary education system through the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS) framework. The approval…

Bayo & Bunmi Babalola Foundation Empowers 877 Students in Kwara

In a heartwarming stride toward advancing education in Nigeria, the Bayo and Bunmi Babalola Foundation (BBBF) has awarded scholarships to 877 students and undergraduates across Kwara State. The event, which marked the 10th edition of the annual scholarship scheme, was held in Omu-Aran, the headquarters of Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, and attracted…

Grand Celebration as University of Ibadan Inducts New Set of MBBS and BDS Graduates

In a ceremony marked by pomp, pride, and academic excellence, the University of Ibadan (UI) once again proved its reputation as Nigeria’s premier institution of higher learning as it officially inducted a fresh set of Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) graduates into the medical and dental professions….

“Heartbreak and Heroism: Alabama Teen Shot at Party Becomes Organ Donor as Classmates Line Hospital Halls”

In a scene filled with heartbreak and love, hundreds of Alabama high school students flooded the hospital corridors this week to say their final goodbye to 18-year-old Kimber Mills, a vibrant teenager whose life was tragically cut short after a weekend shooting at a party. As Kimber was wheeled toward surgery for organ donation, her…

FG Approves ₦110 Billion for 18 Nigerian Universities to Boost Medical Training Capacity

In a decisive move to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare education system, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a landmark ₦110 billion intervention fund to support 18 selected universities across the country for the expansion and improvement of medical training facilities. The announcement was made during the 40th convocation ceremony of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), where…

Governor Bago Declares Free Tuition for 809 New Students at Abdulkadir Kure University, Minna

In a major stride toward educational reform and youth empowerment, the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has officially declared free tuition for 809 newly admitted students of the Abdulkadir Kure University of Education (AKUM), Minna, for the 2024/2025 academic session. The announcement was made during the university’s first matriculation ceremony, marking a historic…

WAEC Begins Computer-Based Essay Writing Test Ahead of Full Digital Exams in 2026

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has taken another bold step toward digital transformation by testing computer-based essay writing for candidates. This new development marks a major milestone in WAEC’s ongoing plan to transition all its examinations — including essay and objective papers — into fully computer-based formats by 2026. The pilot test, conducted in…

WAEC Begins Trial for Computer-Based WASSCE Ahead of 2026 Exams

In a groundbreaking move towards the digital transformation of education in West Africa, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially begun the trial phase of its computer-based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). This pilot exercise, which commenced in Lagos, marks the first practical step toward fully integrating technology into one of the…

AAU Ekpoma Issues Urgent Notice to Newly Admitted Students

Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, has released an important announcement to all candidates who have been offered provisional admission into the institution for the 2025/2026 academic session. The management has directed that every admitted candidate—both UTME and Direct Entry—must complete their admission process on or before Sunday, October 26th, 2025. This directive serves as a…