10 August 2026
Universities

Bowen Urged to Sustain Standards in Training

Bowen University has been advised to sustain its high standards in physiotherapy training as the institution continues to make strides in healthcare education. At the sixth induction ceremony for 68 new physiotherapy graduates, guest lecturer Prof. Adesola Odole praised Bowen for producing professionals who meet Nigeria’s healthcare needs. Speaking on the theme “The Person Behind

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Universities

Bowen Produces 300 Physiotherapy Graduates

Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, has reached a significant milestone with 300 physiotherapists trained since the programme secured accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria (MRTB). Provost of the College of Health Sciences, Prof. O.T. Awotunde, made this known during the university’s 6th induction ceremony, where 68

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Institutional Advancement

Aremu Hails Minaret University at AI Conference

UNESCO Laureate, Prof. Sir Bashiru Aremu, has commended Minaret University, Ikirun, for supporting the successful hosting of an international conference on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in modern Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Speaking in a telephone interview on Monday, Prof. Aremu, who is also Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Africa Information Technology

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Universities

Edo Patriots Hail Ize-Iyamu’s UBTH Appointment

The Edo Forum of Patriots (EFP) has congratulated Professor Idia Ize-Iyamu on her appointment as the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH). In a statement signed by Amb. Aiyamenkhue Edokpolo, representative of the Board of Trustees, and Hon. Pascal Ugbome, Chairman of the Transition Management Committee, described the appointment

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Universities

James Hope University Names New Vice-Chancellor

James Hope University (JHU), Lagos, has appointed Professor Austin Nosike as its new Vice Chancellor, marking a fresh chapter in the institution’s leadership. The announcement was made during a ceremony at the Lekki campus, where Prof. Nosike was formally introduced as successor to Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abiola Babajide, who was praised for steering the

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Professional Institutes

DBI Trains 10,000 Tertiary Workers in ICT

The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has commenced training 10,000 workers from Nigerian universities and polytechnics to enhance digital literacy and promote ICT adoption in teaching and research. The nationwide programme, launched under the 2025 Advanced Digital Empowerment Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADEPTI), kicked off on Monday in four centres: University of Ilesa, Osun State; Nigeria

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Professional Institutes

ASE Urges Nigerians on Governance, Work Ethics

The African School of Economics (ASE), Abuja, has called on Nigerians to uphold due process in governance and embrace stronger work ethics as a foundation for national growth. Speaking at a two-day training session themed “Maximising Efficiency in the University/Workplace”, ASE Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mahfouz Adedimeji said the programme was designed to equip participants with the

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Universities

Rivers State University Announces Admission Cut-Off Marks

Rivers State University (RSU) has released the cut-off marks for undergraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. The announcement guides aspiring candidates on the minimum scores required for admission into various faculties and departments. According to the notice from the Registrar, Mrs Ibimonia B.S. Harry, programmes in Medicine and Surgery require the highest cut-off, with

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Universities

IAUE Releases First Admission List

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) has released the first batch of admission offers for the 2025/2026 academic session. The announcement follows the completion of the university’s screening exercise, which included physical verification, biometric enrolment, and ranking based on JAMB UTME scores. Successful candidates are advised to check their names on the merit list published

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Research

UNILAG Professor to Co-Deliver Keynote Lecture in Germany

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) will be represented at the German Research Foundation (DFG) “Forum: Connect & Exchange” by Professor Njideka Okubadejo, Director of the Centre for Neurological Sciences Research and Training at UNILAG’s College of Medicine. Prof. Okubadejo will co-present the keynote lecture alongside Professor Christine Klein, Director of the Institute of Neurogenetics at

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