The University of Ibadan bookshop, long regarded as a key academic resource, is struggling to survive due to a lack of funding and institutional support. Though located within Nigeria’s premier university, the bookshop operates autonomously, with responsibility for paying staff salaries and maintaining facilities. Sources indicate that this arrangement has left the company in financial
Kwara State has begun integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into public secondary schools as part of efforts to modernise learning. The state government on Thursday launched a pilot training for selected teachers in Ilorin, describing the initiative as a step towards preparing students for a digital future. Education Commissioner Lawal Olohungbebe stated that the move was
Fresh controversy has erupted over lawmakers’ salaries, after claims that a senator earns more in a month than a teacher could make in 30 years. The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) says senators receive about ₦1.06m monthly in salaries and allowances. However, some lawmakers, including Sumaila Kawu and former Senator Shehu Sani, have
Nigeria’s automotive regulator is partnering with the Federal University of Lafia (FULafia) to set up an electric vehicle (EV) charging station and a compressed natural gas (CNG) conversion hub on the university campus. The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) stated that the project would promote greener transportation and provide practical training opportunities for
Two thousand young Nigerians are to receive free training in electric vehicle (EV) maintenance and manufacturing under a new partnership between the Youth in Parliament Forum (YIPF) and CAWIN Mobility Limited. The programme, launched in Abuja on Thursday, aims to prepare young people for careers in renewable energy and green transportation. Tony Nwulu, director-general of
The Ebonyi State government has banned graduation ceremonies for nursery and primary school pupils, compulsory after-school lessons, and the practice of writing inside textbooks across schools in the state. Education commissioner Donatus Ilang announced the directives in a memo to principals, teachers, proprietors, and parents. He warned that any school found violating the rules would
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has announced a N250m competition to support home-grown innovations. The Innovate Naija challenge, launched in partnership with AfriLabs, was unveiled at the GITAX Nigeria Startup Festival in Abuja on Thursday. Anas Balarabe Yazid, special adviser on commercialisation to NASENI’s executive vice-chairman, said the initiative aimed to
The University of Lagos has introduced official colours for its academic faculties following an expansion from 12 to 19. The institution said the colours are intended to give each faculty a distinct identity and will be used in ceremonial regalia, branding, and official events. According to the university, the initiative is part of efforts to
A Nigerian scholar, Raphael Ebiefung, has been awarded the Grace Jordan McFadden Professor Programme Fellowship at the University of South Carolina. The fellowship, described by the university as highly competitive, recognises academics who contribute to advancement, gain knowledge, and tackle social challenges. Ebiefung, a doctoral researcher and former assistant lecturer at Top-Faith University, Nigeria, specialises
The Federal Government has finally released a new national curriculum for schools after a long period of waiting. From September 2025, students in junior and senior secondary schools will begin learning subjects such as digital literacy, coding, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship. Officials say this will prepare young Nigerians for today’s world, where technology rules almost
