A professor of Educational Management, Ebenezer Adu, has stated that Nigerian students will take education more seriously if job opportunities await them after graduation. He made this point while delivering the second inaugural lecture at Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI). Prof. Adu expressed worry that many students are losing interest
The Ogun State Head of Service, Kehinde Onasanya, has described vocational skills as the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, urging greater support for vocational education to drive national development. Speaking at the graduation of students from the Peter Akinola Foundation Youth Centre for Industrial Training in Abeokuta, Onasanya said vocational training offers young people a reliable
The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of Federal Polytechnic, Ede, has appealed to the school’s Governing Council to prioritise student welfare in its policies, with the aim of enhancing academic performance. SUG President Ayanyemi Marvellous made this call during the 2025 Union Day celebration, with the theme “Driving Leadership, Building Legacy, Moving the Future.” He explained
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has announced multiple job openings at its headquarters. The NUC is now inviting applications from qualified Nigerians into officer, confidential secretary, and clerical/auxiliary staff cadres. In a public notice, the Commission directed interested candidates to apply through its Careers Portal at careers.nuc.edu.ng or nuc.edu.ng within six weeks of the announcement.
Former Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has urged Nigerians to join forces in the fight against corruption, stressing that no single institution can win the battle alone. Speaking at the induction of the Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN), Magu stated that the
Renowned historian Professor Toyin Falola has called on the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, to focus on education, security, and the welfare of the people as he prepares to ascend the throne. Falola, regarded as the most cited African historian, said these areas are critical to restoring sanity and driving development in Ibadan. He stressed
The Executive Secretary of the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN), Dr Abubakar Adamu Dabban, has commenced oversight visits to colleges and research institutes under the council. During his visit to the National Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research (NIOMR), Dabban praised the teamwork and commitment of the staff, describing them as key to the
Bowen University has once again demonstrated the impact of its open-door policy, which allows students to freely meet with the Vice Chancellor and lecturers to discuss both academic and personal issues. This approach was praised by Olasupo Gospel Boluwatife, the overall best Nursing graduate of the 2025 set, during the induction of 46 new nurses
TotalEnergies Upstream Nigeria Limited has constructed a modern classroom block for Model Nursery and Primary School in Igbo-Ukwu, Aguata Local Government Area, Anambra State. The project is part of the company’s social investment programme to support government efforts in giving children quality and sustainable education. The new building is a single-floor structure with six classrooms.
The 14 Brigade of the Nigerian Army has started sensitising youths in Abia State on the ongoing recruitment exercise for the 90 Regular Recruit Intake (90 RRI). According to Lt. Anna Tsaku, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, the recruitment portal opened on September 19. The exercise aims to provide young Nigerians with the
