18 October 2026
Research

Caverton, Chinese University Partner on UAV Development

Signing of MoU between Caverton Group and ShenZhen University of Information Technology (SUIT) of China Caverton Offshore Support Group (COSG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China’s ShenZhen University of Information Technology (SUIT) to collaborate on drone development, production, and training in Nigeria.The agreement, signed on November 28, 2025, in Lagos, aims to

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Professional Institutes

Alumni Warn Against Converting MAN Oron to a University

Alumni of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron, have cautioned that converting the institution into a conventional university could undermine the specialised skills critical for Nigeria’s marine and blue economy. Speaking in a virtual interview, AMANO President Emmanuel Maiguwa said the push by the Oron community risks compromising professionalism, stressing that the success of

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Universities

UNILAG Vice-Chancellor Opens New Restroom Facility

Prof. Folasade T. Ogunsola, UNILAG VC, Unveils Modern Restroom Facility to Improve Staff and Student Experience The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has unveiled a modern restroom facility at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, to enhance the staff and student experience. The facility was officially opened by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Folasade T. Ogunsola on

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Universities

ICPC Lauds Conviction of UNICAL’s Dean

Cyril Ndifon, suspended Dean of Law at the University of Calabar (UNICAL) The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has described the conviction of Cyril Ndifon, suspended Dean of Law at the University of Calabar (UNICAL), as a landmark in Nigeria’s fight against corruption and sexual abuse. Ndifon was sentenced by the

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Universities

Amb. Onolememen Receives Honorary Doctorate from AMU

Amb. Onolememen bags honorary doctorate from American Management University (AMU) American Management University (AMU) has awarded Ambassador Richy E. Onolememen an Honorary Doctorate in Leadership, Project and Portfolio Management. The ceremony took place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Abuja Continental Hotels, in partnership with the Great Achievers Initiative for Youth and Community Development (GAIYD).

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Universities

UNIMAID Honours Leaders, Scholars at 25th Convocation

UNIMAID honours Governor Zulum, others at its 25th combined convocation and 50th anniversary celebration The University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) awarded honorary doctorate degrees to Emir of Kazaure Alhaji Najib Adamu, philanthropist Chief Emeka Offor, and Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum during its 25th combined convocation and 50th anniversary celebration. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mohammed Mele also conferred

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Universities

UNIPORT Student Sentenced to Death for Girlfriend’s Murder

Court sentences 400 level UNIPORT student to death over murder of girlfriend in Rivers The Rivers State High Court, Port Harcourt, has sentenced Damian Okoligwe, a 400-level Petrochemical Engineering student at the University of Port Harcourt, to death by hanging for the October 2023 murder of his girlfriend, Justina Otuene, a 300-level Biochemistry student. Okoligwe

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Professional Institutes

NOTAP Commissions IPTTO at IMSU to Boost Local Innovation

NOTAP commissions IPTTO at IMSU to boost research, cut reliance on foreign technology The National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP) has inaugurated the 69th Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Office (IPTTO) at Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, aiming to strengthen Nigeria’s research ecosystem and reduce dependence on imported technologies. Speaking at the commissioning,

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Professional Institutes

Aptech, SGSU Launch AI-Focused Tech Degree for Nigeria

Aptech Nigeria and India’s Scope Global Skills University (SGSU) have launched a 36-month cross-border Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.) in Information Technology, focusing on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The programme aims to strengthen Nigeria’s digital workforce by combining industry-led training with international academic exposure. Students will spend the first 18 months at Aptech centres across

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Universities

Babcock Vice-Chancellor Urges Leaders to Uphold Integrity

The VC of Babcock University, Ilisan Remo, Prof Ademola Tayo and others during the book launch written in his honour The outgoing Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Prof. Ademola Tayo, has urged leaders at all levels to prioritise integrity as a foundation for good governance. Speaking at the launch of a 400-page biography in his honour,

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