Category: School news updates

The Federal Government (FG) has approved the 2026 intervention funding cycle through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), releasing a total of over ₦6 billion to 271 public tertiary institutions nationwide. This strategic investment aims to strengthen infrastructure, enhance academic programmes, expand research capacity, and drive innovation across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Strategic…

Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, has once again positioned itself at the forefront of innovation in Nigerian higher education with the announcement of a groundbreaking double-certificate academic plan, unveiled during its latest matriculation ceremony. The historic event marked the formal admission of 1,644 fresh students into the institution and signaled a transformative shift in how…

In a decisive move aimed at reinforcing academic discipline and accountability, the University of Calabar (UNICAL) has declared that any Head of Department (HOD) who delays the release of students’ results or otherwise contravenes university regulations will face sanctions. This warning issued by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Offiong Efanga Offiong -reflects a growing emphasis on transparency…

In a significant development for university sports in Nigeria, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria has been awarded the provisional hosting rights for the 29th edition of the Nigerian University Games (NUGA), set to take place in 2028. This marks a highly anticipated return of the prestigious biennial competition to ABU after more than two decades….

Nigeria’s Federal Government has moved swiftly to calm growing anxiety among students and parents following the implementation of the country’s new tax reform laws, firmly assuring that the policy changes will not lead to an increase in tuition fees across tertiary institutions. This reassurance comes amid rising public debates, misinformation, and initial fears that the…

Nigeria’s education sector in 2025 was a study in contrasts — bold reforms announced with optimism, major funding decisions taken to stabilize institutions, and renewed efforts to modernise learning, all unfolding alongside stubborn challenges of insecurity, industrial disputes, and uneven implementation. From classrooms to campuses, policy rooms to examination halls, the year left deep imprints…

In a bold move that promises to transform teacher education and expand higher education access across Nigeria, the Federal Government has officially green-lit 15 Federal Colleges of Education to independently offer degree programmes alongside the traditional Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE). This landmark policy shift ushers in a new era of academic opportunity, institutional autonomy,…

In a thrilling display of strategic thinking, teamwork, and business acumen, Baze University students emerged as the overall winners of the 2025 Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMA) Business Leader Challenge, solidifying the institution’s reputation as a powerhouse of future business leaders and innovators. A Prestigious Platform for Aspiring Business Leaders The CGMA Business Leader Challenge…

Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria has recorded a major academic milestone as it graduated its first set of students in a colourful convocation ceremony that blended excellence, vision, and global opportunity. The event did more than mark the end of undergraduate studies for hundreds of students; it opened international doors for outstanding scholars whose…

FirstBank has once again taken a bold stride into the future of banking with the unveiling of its Digital Xperience Centre (DXC) at the University of Benin (UNIBEN), marking a major milestone in its ongoing commitment to digital innovation, financial inclusion, and customer convenience — especially within academic environments and the surrounding community. A New…