Police in Yobe State have opened an investigation into the death of a woman whose body was found near the fence of the Federal University Gashua in Bade Local Government Area. Police spokesperson SP Dungus Abdulkarim said the incident was reported on October 17 by a resident, Yusuf Sarkin Baka, from Sabon Daula Ward. He
Stakeholders have expressed support for the establishment of the African Aviation and Aerospace University during a public hearing organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Aviation Technology in Abuja. The committee said in a statement that the hearing was aimed at advancing legislative work on the bill seeking to formally establish the university through
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, plans to revive its university farm and utilise innovations from its Agriculture and Veterinary Complex to enhance internally generated revenue (IGR) and research. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Ahmed, announced the initiative on Friday during the 2025 Annual Field Day of the Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR) in Zaria. Represented by
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife has faced widespread confusion after the Division of Student Affairs instructed newly admitted candidates to resume with admission letters and hostel clearance forms. Many aspirants remain under “Admission in Progress” (AIP) status, with no official confirmation from the university or the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). The directive,
The Federal Government is finalising plans to host a campus of the University of Birmingham in Nigeria, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has said. Alausa recently visited the university’s Dubai campus to conclude discussions ahead of a formal agreement expected in January 2026. The University of Lagos has been selected as the local partner
The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) has closed 22 unlicensed Colleges of Education operating in different parts of Nigeria, the commission said in its latest performance report. The institutions were identified during a nationwide crackdown targeting schools awarding certificates without proper accreditation. The NCCE described the move as essential to protect the integrity
The Chairpersons of the Governing Councils of federal polytechnics have highlighted significant challenges affecting the institutions, calling on the federal government to improve infrastructure, security, and management practices. The communique followed their meeting in Calabar from February 9 to 14, 2025. The chairs cited poor roads, unreliable electricity and water supply, and limited internet connectivity
A Professor of Comparative Politics at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Emmanuel Ojo, has called for a non-centralised federal system in Nigeria that would empower state governments politically, legislatively, and financially. Ojo made the remarks while delivering the 291st inaugural lecture of the university on Friday, titled “The Worship of an Unknown Deity.” He
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi (SAN), has said President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda places education, digital economy development, and human capital at the centre of Nigeria’s national development strategy. Fagbemi made the remarks during a lecture at the 9th convocation ceremony of the Federal University
The House of Representatives has mandated an investigation into the National Examinations Council (NECO) over alleged irregularities in its budget implementation, internally generated revenue (IGR) use, and possible unauthorised virements between 2023 and 2025. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah during Thursday’s plenary
