Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, VC, UNILORIN The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has unveiled a visionary plan charting the institution’s next 50 years, emphasising excellence, innovation, and global engagement. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, presented the roadmap during the grand finale of the university’s Golden Jubilee celebrations on November 27, 2025. Prof. Egbewole outlined
IBUAM signs MoU to acquire 30 training aircraft from Auxano Aviation Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management (IBUAM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Auxano Aviation to purchase 30 Jabiru J430 training aircraft, boosting Nigeria’s pilot training capacity. The agreement was signed during the Nigeria International Airshow at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, with
Dr. Daere Akobo, Group CEO of PANA Holdings Dr Daere Akobo, Group CEO of PANA Holdings, has called for a transformative approach to university education in Nigeria, urging institutions to prioritise innovation, intellectual property creation, and industry partnerships as key drivers of economic growth. Speaking at the combined 37th and 38th convocation of Rivers State
Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator, Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has celebrated the graduation of nine postgraduate scholarship recipients from UK universities, with Administrator Dr Dennis Otuaro praising President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the Niger Delta. The scholars completed master’s programmes in cybersecurity, data science, law, construction, civil engineering management, project management,
The 94/99 set of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) Mass Communication students, in partnership with After God’s Heart Incorporated (AGH), will on December 11 unveil a multi-million-naira mini library in Abeokuta North, Ogun State. The facility, part of the set’s #30YearsOfFriendshipAndTogetherness reunion legacy projects, is designed as a student-friendly learning centre with reading desks, shelves, reference
Osun State Polytechnic, Iree The Osun State Polytechnic, Iree Alumni Association has unveiled plans to construct a 1,500-capacity amphitheatre as part of a N965 million infrastructure drive. National President Yakub Adebayo said the Amphitheatre, which will cost N890 million, forms the core of the project, with an additional N75 million earmarked for a new school
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 184 deaths from Lassa Fever in 2025, with a cumulative 995 confirmed cases. In its Week 46 situation report (November 10–16), the NCDC noted an increase from 10 confirmed cases in Week 45 to 19 in Week 46, with new infections recorded in Bauchi,
Innocent Ohagwa (left), CITN President The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has called on tax professionals to strengthen their technical competence, uphold ethical standards, and embrace adaptability ahead of the 2026 tax reforms. Speaking at the Institute’s 53rd induction ceremony, CITN President, Innocent Ohagwa, said the reforms aim to simplify the tax system,
Dr. Tunde Fowler, Former FIRS Chairman Former FIRS Chairman, Dr Tunde Fowler, has credited the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) for significantly supporting Lagos State’s revenue growth during his tenure as LIRS Chairman in 2005. He spoke at a tribute event honouring CITN founder, Chief David Ajibola Olorunleke. Fowler noted, “CITN helped Lagos
Special guests at the launch of PIND’s ₦113 Million TVET Facilities Upgrade Grant in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom The PIND Foundation has unveiled a ₦113 million TVET Facilities Upgrade Grant to modernise 14 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centres across the Niger Delta. The programme targets centres in Aba, Warri, Port Harcourt, Uyo,
