Category: School news updates

The Lagos State University (LASU) community has erupted in indignation and concern after a viral prank video allegedly depicting “bandits” invading the campus stirred panic among students and drew condemnation from university authorities. The controversial content, filmed on campus grounds and widely circulated on social media, has ignited a fierce debate about responsible content creation,…

In a spirited appeal that has reignited a long-standing national conversation, the Vice-Chancellor of Gregory University, Uturu, Prof. Cele Njoku, has called on the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to broaden its intervention scope to include private universities — a move advocates say would strengthen the entire Nigerian higher education landscape. This renewed appeal has…

In a landmark move aimed at catalysing the next wave of Nigerian innovation and entrepreneurship, the Federal Ministry of Education has opened applications for the Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG), a bold initiative offering up to ₦50 million in equity-free funding to student-led ventures with meaningful social or commercial impact. The S-VCG is being hailed…

The faith-based Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU), located in Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State, has unveiled a generous cash-award scheme to honour outstanding graduating students. The university’s Vice-Chancellor announced that a total of ₦29 million will be distributed among this year’s best graduating student and first-class graduates — a move aimed at recognising academic excellence and encouraging…

Godfrey Okoye University (GO University) has just marked a major milestone: the formal establishment of its own fully-functional teaching hospital — GO University Teaching Hospital (GOUNITH), located in Enugu. According to the University’s Vice-Chancellor, this makes GO University “one of the few private universities in Nigeria” with its own medical teaching hospital. This isn’t just…

In a landmark achievement that has lit up hearts across Nigeria’s educational community, a student from Greensprings School has emerged as a global runner-up in the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025. The student — Pandora Onyedire — stood out among tens of thousands of entries from across the Commonwealth. Released by the organizers,…

The recent decision by Nigerian Senate to summon top officials and launch a full-blown probe into the Safe School Initiative (SSI) reflects a deep national concern: despite billions spent, Nigerian schools remain dangerously vulnerable — a reality made painfully clear by recurring kidnappings and attacks. What Triggered the Probe The SSI was conceived in 2014…

In an era when Nigeria’s higher‑education system increasingly appears disconnected from industry needs, a recent public lecture hosted by James Hope University may signal a turning point. The private institution used the platform to canvass bold reforms — urging universities across the country to reimagine their purpose, adopt technology, and become engines of innovation rather…

A wave of hope and achievement swept through the campus of Summit University as the institution proudly held its 5th and 6th Combined Convocation. A total of 319 students earned their degrees, marking a significant milestone for the private university. Among these graduates, 20 distinguished themselves by attaining First Class honors — a strong testament…

The Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State, has embarked on the 2025/2026 academic session with the formal matriculation of 2,123 newly admitted students. The ceremonial event took place at the Convocation Square on December 3, 2025, where deans introduced the students and the institution administered the matriculation oath under the supervision of the Registrar. In addition…