The Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) says it is working to shape agricultural research that is more responsive, inclusive, and transformative. Executive Secretary of ARCN, Dr. Abubakar Adamu Dabban, disclosed this on Wednesday at the National Stakeholders Forum on Agricultural Research Capabilities in Abuja. The event was held in partnership with the International Institute
Redeemer’s University, Osun State, and Thomas Adewumi University (TAU), Kwara State, have entered into a strategic partnership to promote innovation, renewable energy, agriculture, and entrepreneurship in higher education. The collaboration was sealed during a courtesy visit by Redeemer’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Shadrach Olufemi Akindele, to TAU’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Francisca Oladipo, on September 9. Both institutions will
Katsina State has selected 2,166 pupils to enrol in newly established model schools offering free education, as part of Governor Dikko Umaru Radda’s Dan Amana Initiative. The governor announced the programme’s launch at Nagogo Primary School, where orphans and vulnerable children also received school supplies. Six pupils from each of the state’s 361 wards were
The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Lafia (FULafia), Professor Shehu Abdul Rahman, has dismissed rumours of a planned increase in tuition fees, assuring students that the institution has no such intention. He gave the assurance while receiving the Students’ Union Government (SUG) led by its president, Comrade Ishaq Abubakar Ishaq. Prof. Abdul Rahman described
Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti, has promoted Dr. Pius Ade-Ojo, a leading medical practitioner, to the rank of Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The Appointment and Promotion Committee announced the elevation after a thorough review of his academic work, clinical experience, and service to the health sector. Professor Ade-Ojo, who is highly regarded in Ekiti
The Kano State Government has approved N1.1 billion to provide free school uniforms for all Primary One pupils across the state. The move is aimed at reducing the number of out-of-school children and boosting enrolment. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, stated that the initiative is part of broader efforts to expand
The Bauchi State Civil Service Commission has dismissed a Principal Assistant Education Officer, Mr. Amos Joshua, for allegedly sexually harassing a student at Government College, Azare. The decision was announced after the Commission’s 32nd plenary session, which concluded disciplinary proceedings against the officer. His actions were classified as serious misconduct under the Bauchi State Public
The Ogun State Government has banned extravagant graduation parties in schools and introduced a six-year minimum cycle for textbook changes. Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, announced the reforms while addressing preparations for the 2024/2025 academic session. He explained that the measures aim to reduce financial pressure on parents. Under the new
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has been threatened with legal action due to alleged irregularities in its 2025/2026 Post-UTME exercise. Alex Onyia, CEO of Educare, through the legal chambers of F.K. Nnadi & Co, issued a pre-action notice to the institution. He is demanding justice for students who claim they were unfairly treated during the
The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Professor Olubunmi Shittu, has issued a desperate appeal to striking non-academic staff to suspend their industrial action and return to dialogue. Workers under SSANU, NAAT, and NASU have refused to go back to work as a result of delayed salaries, unpaid relocation allowances, and other welfare
