Mrs. Boshoro addressing the beneficiaries Relief has come for indigent students of the University of Lagos as Emmanuel’s Table, an initiative of the Prayer Network, rolled out fresh scholarships and empowerment opportunities at its annual support programme on campus. Convener Oluwatobi Boshoro said this year’s package covers tuition, departmental and faculty fees, utilities and hostel
Prof Elizabeth Abama, during the presentation to the VC of UNIJOS, Prof Tanko Ishaya The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos, Professor Tanko Ishaya, has received a festschrift donated by retired educationist, Professor Elizabeth Abama, to the university’s library. The book, titled Education and Women Empowerment for National Development, contains contributions from more than 50
The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has commissioned a pioneering scientific toilet facility at its Bauchi Road Campus, combining waste management technology with renewable energy and environmental sustainability. Vice-Chancellor Professor Tanko Ishaya described the facility as a “remarkable innovation” reflecting the University’s commitment to applying technology to solve everyday problems. The project, led by Professor Ponchang
Professor Pic Charles Onwochei, elected as new Deputy VC (Administration), UNIJOS The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has elected Professor Pic Charles Onwochei as its new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), the institution announced following a special Senate meeting on 2 December 2025. The election, held during the University’s 4th Special Meeting for the 2024/2025 academic session, followed
Philanthropists Donate Braille Machines, Academic Books to UNIJOS The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has received two Perkins Braille machines and an extensive collection of academic books, donated by philanthropists Dr Gwom Peter of Heriot-Watt University, Scotland, and Mr Andrew Gani-Ikilama, a member of the Bitrus Gani-Ikilama Fellows. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tanko Ishaya, called on students
Professor Tanko Ishaya, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos (UNIJOS) The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos (UNIJOS), Professor Tanko Ishaya, has called on Nigerian youths to take an active role in political leadership, warning that the country cannot achieve sustainable development without their engagement. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nigerian Youth Congress (NYC)
Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called for strengthened unity across Nigeria’s diverse religious and ethnic landscape, highlighting the role of education in fostering social cohesion. Speaking this week, the Sultan reflected on his long-standing commitment to national peace and development, citing recent engagements
16-Year OAU Female Student Wins NCDMB Annual National Essay Competition A 16-year-old student of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ms Akande Oyinkansola Josephine, has won the 2025 Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) Annual National Undergraduate Essay Competition. She beat hundreds of entrants nationwide to claim the ₦1 million grand prize and a brand-new laptop.
Mr. Adetunji Kamardeen BAKARE, the Registrar, Obafemi Awolowo University Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has held a one-day training workshop for its executive staff, highlighting their critical role in modern university administration. Organised by the University’s branch of the Nigerian Universities Association of Professional Executive Officers (NUAPEO), the event focused on career development, institutional authority,
Dr. Abiodun Egbetokun of De Montfort University Experts at a high-level workshop at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, have called on Nigerian policymakers to make entrepreneurship education more practical, arguing it could transform job seekers into job creators. The workshop, titled “Entrepreneurship Education Policy in Nigeria: How Far, How Well, What Next?”, was organised jointly
