…developmental.” ‘I don’t feel safe serving Nigeria’ A graduate of the Obafemi Awolowo University, who identified himself simply as Abayomi, for security reasons, said he deliberately opted out of the NYSC scheme because of growing insecurity and fears over his personal safety. He explained that the decision was not dri…

…emeritus professor died at the age of 94. The deceased lectured for many years at the University of Ibadan before his retirement. He also served as Dean of Faculty of Arts, University of Ibadan from 1971 to 1973. Vice Chancellor, University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, confirmed the death of the deceased. Ade…

…health resource shortages.Researchers are racing to develop medical countermeasures.The University of Oxford's Oxford Vaccine Group announced that a volunteer received the first dose of an experimental candidate in a rapidly launched clinical trial. "This is an important milestone for the trial, and marks the next phas…

Multiple former staff at Wigwe University alleged they were dismissed without panels, queries, or any stated misconductA Zimbabwean lecturer claimed the university terminated his appointment after allegedly refusing to honour an agreed annual travel ticket to visit his familyDocuments reviewed by Punch suggest around 3…

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…in language studies. He received his early education in Nigeria before proceeding to the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, where he obtained a doctorate in linguistics in 1963. He subsequently joined the University of Ibadan, where he built a distinguished academic career and played a pivotal role in establishing ling…

…According to the PPRO, the victim was subsequently rushed to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, for treatment. Habib said that while receiving treatment and despite sustaining severe burns, the victim gave birth to a baby boy on July 19. The newborn, who reportedly suffered severe burn inj…

…in school. Bright sat WASSCE in 2025. She wanted to be a nurse and was preparing for university. Godswill was in JSS2. Richard and Daniel were in Primary 1 and were about to move to Primary 2. Their books were still on the table. Their uniforms were still hanging. Now, they are no more... (Sobs) I struggled to give the…

…to think I was very intelligent, but I don’t think so. I had eight A1s. I got into the university at 15. I studied Materials and Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Ife, not OAU. I graduated at 20. I didn’t finish my National Youth Service Corps at 21 before I got a job immediately with the Nigerian Air Forc…

After the death of Herbert Wigwe, the citadel of learning he founded, Wigwe University, has been plagued by allegations of mass staff dismissals, intimidation and administrative high-handedness. Daniel Ayantoye writes that while former employees paint a troubling picture of life at the institution, the university stron…

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…Aregbe noted that the training would be facilitated by experts from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, and other research institutions under the coordination of IITA. The State Project Coordinator commended the continued support of the World Bank, the Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) and the Kwara State Govern…

…boss also announced a new Silicon Valley Tech Bridge partnership with San José State University to train young Nigerians in emerging technologies. On the economic front, she revealed that diaspora remittances increased from $17bn in 2019 to more than $21bn in 2025, while investment summits had been scheduled for Abuja…

…the Olori Ratibi of Lagos.Sheikh Gbajabiamila passed away at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH).His son, Ibikunle Lateef, broke the news on his Facebook page, confirming the death of the renowned Islamic cleric. The late Sheikh was buried on the day of his death at Iponri Central Mosque, in accordanc…

…over gay practice, rusticates four others for fighting The Management of Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, has expelled two students over involvement in gay practice and rusticated four others for one academic session over acts of fighting on campus. The Information, Public Relations and…

…and actress Ronke Odusanya found themselves trapped in an elevator at Michigan State UniversityOdusanya was seen panicking as the elevator door refused to open, while Stephen made light of the situationOfficials reportedly called the police to help resolve the malfunction as the pair remained stuck mid-airNollywood fil…

…owns other luxurious properties, emphasizing that graduating with a low grade from the university doesn’t determine success. ‎ ‎”Your low university grade is not the final say. Let people celebrate life”, He stated. ‎ ‎Meanwhile, the tweet, which has surpassed 100,000 views, has drawn reactions from users on the X plat…

…Charles Soludo's daughter, Oduko, bags First Class Honours in Neuroscience from the University of Nottingham Oduko, one of the daughters of the governor of Anambra state, Charles Soludo, has bagged a first-class degree in Neuroscience from the University of Nottingham on Thursday, July 23. The graduation ceremony was a…

…lecture, the Academic Director of the Institutional Growth Initiative at Pan-Atlantic University and an alumna of Chrisland Schools, Dr Glory Enyinnaya, encouraged the graduates to discover their unique talents and deploy them for the benefit of society. She stressed that true success was measured by the positive impac…

…over 30 properties in Abuja, Kano, and Kebbi. These properties range from acres of land, University campuses, a fleet of posh hotels, and much more. The question Nigerians are asking is how a public servant who earned about 60-80m as salary in eight years was able to fund the acquisition of hotels valued at N12.9bn and…

Moniepoint Inc. has partnered the African Leadership University School of Business to launch an executive development programme aimed at strengthening its leadership pipeline and supporting Nigeria’s digital economy. The financial technology company said the 13-week executive education programme would equip its manager…

…over six years of experience. She has a degree in Mass communication from Alex Ekwueme University. Shalom has worked with reputable news organizations including The Tide and GistReel. Email: ankrah.shalom@corp.legit.ng. Tags: Nigerian YouthsDiaspora Hot: Afcon 2025 Petrol prices Catherine bell Molly noblitt Deborah mer…

…octogenarian, veteran lawyer, educationist, columnist and founder of the Afe Babalola University in Ekiti. He celebrated his 60 years of call to the bar on Monday, July 10, 2023.See the

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…Adedeji Adeleke, Davido's father, congratulated each first-class graduate of the Adeleke University during the school’s convocation ceremony.A circulating video showed the businessman and philanthropist warmly shaking hands, smiling, and posing for photos with the honorees.His gesture, described as the highlight of the…