A new study has found that 89% of female rugby players experience pain from wearing boots made for men. The research, carried out by IDA Sports, shows that most rugby boots are not designed for women’s feet, leading to discomfort and a higher chance of injury. The study scanned the feet of nearly 1,000 players
Scientists at Syracuse University have found a new way to help people lose weight without the stomach problems caused by current drugs. Many popular weight loss and diabetes drugs, like GLP-1, cause nausea and vomiting, making 70% of users quit within a year. Now, Professor Robert Doyle and his team of scientists are studying a
Scientists have announced a discovery that indicates the apple snail can regrow its eye after an injury—something humans cannot do. This amazing ability is giving researchers new hope for treating human eye problems like blindness and macular degeneration. The study, which was carried out by the Stowers Institute for Medical Research and led by Dr
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has confirmed that the University of Calabar (UNICAL) did not break any rules regarding student admission quotas. This follows recent sanctions by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) over alleged quota violations. During an online meeting organised by the Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria, NUC’s Deputy Director of
A new study from Northwestern University has raised alarm over the rise of fake scientific research. The researchers found that false studies are being published faster than real, trustworthy ones. According to Professor Luís Amaral, one of the lead researchers, there is now an underground network of fraudsters working together to produce fake science. The
The Federal University of Environmental Technology in Ogoni Land will begin academic activities in October 2025. This was revealed by the university’s Pro-Chancellor, Prof. Don Baridam, during an inspection of ongoing development projects at the institution. Prof. Baridam expressed confidence in the university’s readiness to welcome its first set of students by the set date.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 26 new academic programmes for the Federal University Dutse (FUD) in Jigawa State. The approval takes effect from the 2025/2026 academic session. This was announced in a statement by the university’s Director of Public Affairs, Mr. Abdullahi Yahaya Bello. He said the NUC approved after its team visited
The Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Kashere (FUK), Professor Umaru Pate, has praised the Federal Government for supporting students through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). Speaking at a press briefing in Kashere ahead of the school’s combined convocation ceremonies, he revealed that 8,266 students have received over ₦1 billion in loans. The
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has officially inducted 1,097 new members at its 64th Induction Ceremony held in Lagos. CIPM President, Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir, reminded all HR practitioners that having CIPM certification is not just a professional requirement but a legal one. According to the law, anyone practising Human Resource
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has called on its accredited study centres to improve the way they teach and support students. This message came during the 2025 Study Centre Coordinators’ Forum. Speaking at the event, CIPM Registrar Ms. Oluwatoyin Naiwo, thanked centres for their efforts and encouraged them to use technology
