Dr. Kene Ojukwu, Canadian-based Anambra-born medical doctor Canadian-based Anambra-born medical doctor, Dr Kene Ojukwu, has recognised seven outstanding medical students from Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) College of Medicine, awarding each ₦100,000 for exceptional performance in foundational and clinical courses. The awards, presented through the Charles Kene Ojukwu Initiative (CKOI) Foundation, covered top achievers in
Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad (middle), Minister of State for Education, at the YABATECH’s 37th convocation Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) graduated 8,654 students from the 2023/2024 session, as President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s focus on technology-driven, skills-based education. Speaking at the college’s 37th convocation, Tinubu, represented by Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad,
Education Minister Tunji Alausa’s official visit to University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) The Federal Government has partnered with the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) to modernise Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria.The move follows Education Minister Tunji Alausa’s official visit to the Qatari institution to strengthen
Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole, VC, Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, will confer degrees on 2,336 undergraduates and 1,297 postgraduates at its 17th convocation scheduled for November 26-27. Among undergraduates, 76 students will graduate with First Class Honours, 1,408 with Second Class Upper, 810 with Second Class Lower, and 42 with Third
Tunji Alausa, Minister of Education The Federal Ministry of Education has launched Inspire Live(s)!, a nationwide online real-time learning programme aimed at expanding equitable access to quality education for all Nigerian students. The initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, confirmed that the rollout covers classes from
Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) delegation, led by Registrar/CEO Ayo Adeonipekun, visits YABATECH Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) students have received a significant boost as the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) unveiled funding, training and career opportunities to groom young professionals for Nigeria’s financial markets. The CIS delegation, led by Registrar/CEO Ayo Adeonipekun, addressed senior
Sonny Echono, Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, has said the newly introduced Development Levy will help cut Nigeria’s out-of-school population and improve the quality of tertiary education. Speaking at the 2025 TETFund Board of Trustees Town Hall in Lagos,
Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, is engulfed in controversy following the governing council chairman’s unilateral appointment of a Chief Lecturer as Acting Deputy Rector, a move senior staff claim violates institutional laws. The crisis follows the six-month suspension of the Rector, Prof. Emmanuel Achuenu, the Registrar, Jude Okocha, and the Bursar, Lawrence Ahwabighe, over alleged certificate
The Rector of the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, Prof. Gozie Ogbodo, has formally welcomed the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) team to the Institute for the accreditation, re-accreditation, and resource inspection of ten academic programmes. Ogbodo described the exercise as a partnership for excellence, emphasising IMT’s commitment to providing students with
Mrs. Eduma Enobong Essien, Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Ukana, Akwa Ibom State The Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Ukana, Akwa Ibom State, Mrs Eduma Enobong Essien, has highlighted her administration’s commitment to producing graduates equipped with both academic knowledge and practical skills. Speaking on Redemption FM’s Close-Up Show, Essien stated that the institution is no longer
