Category: School news updates

Tension has gripped Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsina State, as academic and non-academic staff members have embarked on a two-week warning strike to protest what they described as the persistent neglect of their welfare and poor conditions within Nigeria’s public universities. The industrial action, declared after a joint congress meeting of in-house unions, marks…

In a major update that brings relief to many prospective undergraduates, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has officially reopened its admission portal for the 2025/2026 academic session. This development follows the recent extension of the national admission exercise by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), a move that aims to accommodate additional applicants…

In a historic moment that will be remembered for years to come, Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, has celebrated its first-ever graduate to achieve a perfect 5.0 cumulative grade point average (CGPA) since the university’s establishment. The extraordinary feat was achieved by Miss Lotechukwu Isioma Ikpo, who emerged as the Best Graduating Student at the…

A wave of tension gripped the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) earlier this week as hundreds of youths took to the streets to protest against alleged corruption, abuse of office, and financial mismanagement within the university’s leadership. The demonstration, which took place at FUOYE’s main campus in Oye-Ekiti, was led by the National Youth Council of…

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has officially announced an extension for the sale of its postgraduate admission forms for the 2025/2026 academic session. This development comes as a relief to many intending applicants who were unable to complete their registration before the initial closing date. The management’s decision aims to give more prospective candidates ample…

In a groundbreaking move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s digital security ecosystem, leading fintech giant OPay has entered into a strategic partnership with the University of Calabar (UNICAL) to establish a state-of-the-art Cybersecurity Laboratory on the university’s campus. This initiative marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s effort to enhance cybersecurity awareness, research, and practical training among…

In a bold move to revolutionize access to higher education in Nigeria, Miva Open University has unveiled a new study centre in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, with the aim of closing the persistent learning gaps caused by infrastructural and accessibility challenges. The new centre is designed to provide students with a conducive environment that fosters…

The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has once again showcased its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and research as it held its 10th Postgraduate Matriculation Ceremony — a remarkable milestone that reflects the institution’s steady growth and evolution as one of Nigeria’s leading technology-driven universities. The ceremony, held at the university’s main campus,…

Tension is brewing at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), Ondo State, as students have expressed outrage over the sudden increase in tuition fees announced by the university management ahead of the 2025/2026 academic session. The decision, which affects newly admitted and returning students differently, has sparked widespread criticism, with the Students’ Union Government (SUG) describing…

In a historic development that underscores the growing demand for affordable higher education, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that it has surpassed one million student loan applications barely months after its official launch. This marks a major milestone in the country’s drive to make tertiary education accessible to all Nigerians, regardless of…