Vice Chancellor of Igbinedion University, Okada, Prof Lawrence I. Ezemonye, has called for more substantial support from Nigerians to sustain the institution through its Endowment Fund. Speaking at the recent launch of the book Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion – The Chronicles of a Legend in Abuja, Prof Ezemonye emphasised that world-class universities thrive not only
Redeemer’s University, Osun State, and Thomas Adewumi University (TAU), Kwara State, have entered into a strategic partnership to promote innovation, renewable energy, agriculture, and entrepreneurship in higher education. The collaboration was sealed during a courtesy visit by Redeemer’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Shadrach Olufemi Akindele, to TAU’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Francisca Oladipo, on September 9. Both institutions will
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has launched a partnership with the Innovation Centre for Leadership and Entrepreneurial Development (ICLED) to train more than 140 students in workplace and entrepreneurial skills. The initiative, unveiled at the UNILAG–ICLED Career Services Programme on Tuesday, is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry needs. Speaking at
The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) and the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, have partnered to introduce a National Diploma (ND) programme in Environmental Health. The initiative, described as a landmark step in environmental education, is aimed at equipping young Nigerians with the technical expertise to address waste management, pollution control, and broader sustainability challenges.
The Alternative Bank has partnered with Plateau State University (PLASU) to introduce Alfalfa, a high-protein forage crop, as part of efforts to transform Nigeria’s livestock sector. The initiative, funded by the bank under its Corporate Social Investment programme, is being tested at PLASU’s Faculty of Agriculture research plots in Bokkos. Early results have shown over
AcadPass, a fast-growing digital platform for students in Africa, has appointed Professor Mondy Selle Gold as its National Academic Adviser. The move reflects the company’s plan to combine innovation with strong academic mentorship for young people. Prof. Gold is a well-known and respected teacher at Colorado State University in the United States of America. He
MAAUN Group of Universities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada, on online English Language Training, student exchange and other areas of mutual benefit. MAAUN Group comprises the Canadian University of Nigeria, Abuja, the Franco-British International University, Kaduna, the Maryam Abacha American University of Niger, Maradi
The University of Ilorin Senate Research Grant 2025 has collaborated with the University of the West of England, Bristol, on a two-week pilot programme to promote nutrition and brain development among children. The initiative, tagged Brain Farm Kids Camp 2025, was held from August 25 to September 5 at Chaste Intellect International School, Ilorin, with
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has boosted banking education with the commissioning of a state-of-the-art Bankers Hall at Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State. The 160-seater digitalised facility, unveiled on August 28, is an endowment project aimed at equipping future banking professionals with modern skills. CIBN President, Prof. Pius Olanrewaju, described the hall
ExcelMind, an education technology company, has advised Nigerian schools to start using digital tools because they will help them save money and also improve students’ learning. The company explained that a digital classroom is not just about modern teaching methods; it also helps schools cut down expenses, attract more students, and run things more smoothly.
