6 November 2026
Universities

UNILAG Investigates Lecturer Over Assault Claim

In the wake of recent allegations of sexual misconduct against one of its lecturers, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has said that it is investigating the incident. The allegation was made against one Dr. Samuel Ojogbo, and his victim is a 20-year-old 300-level female student, who has already complained to the police station. According to

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UI Urges Use of AI to Boost University Efficiency

The University of Ibadan (UI) has advised university administrators to adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance campus operations and increase productivity. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, whom Prof. Peter Olapegba represented, said this during a two-day training workshop for human resource staff, organised with the Association of Commonwealth Universities, UK. The theme was “Leveraging Artificial

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AATU Holds Open House for Prospective Students

AbdulRasaq Abubakar Toyin University (AATU) recently organised a one-day Open House where it met with prospective students, parents, and community leaders to share its plan of giving affordable, quality education built on good character. The Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abdulrauf Ambali, said AATU is a not-for-profit institution committed to academic excellence, character building, and raising

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UNICROSS Orders Hostel Vacation by September 14

The University of Calabar (UNICROSS) has issued a directive for all students living in campus hostels to vacate the premises by 12:00 pm on September 14, 2025. The notice, issued as the 2024/2025 academic session draws to a close, states that hostels will be closed for routine maintenance ahead of the next session. Students are

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IBBUL Senate Names New Deputy Vice-Chancellor

The Senate of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBUL) has nominated Professor Salihu Mohammed Niworu as the university’s new Deputy Vice-Chancellor. Professor Niworu, previously the Director of Academic Planning, was elected by a large majority during the university’s 101st Regular Senate meeting. The appointment of Prof. Niworu to office aligns with IBBUL’s goal of achieving a

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FUTA Launches Digital Learning

The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has partnered with Learnpally Education to expand digital learning across Africa. Under the new agreement, FUTA will pilot two online certificate programmes: Data Analysis with Excel and a Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity, covering fundamentals, frameworks, governance, and ethics. The courses will be certified by FUTA and open to

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UDUS Students Allege NELFUND Fraud

Students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University (UDUS) have accused the school management of misusing their NELFUND loan refunds through portal manipulations. According to the students, NELFUND had already disbursed approved loans to the university for eligible applicants. Many students were surprised when they could not find their refunds, saying the school created fake academic levels on

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Clash Between Staff and Security Disrupts OOU Post-UTME Exercise

A confrontation between a staff member and security personnel at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, disrupted activities on campus during Tuesday’s Post-UTME screening exercise. The incident occurred when security officers blocked access to a restricted road designated to ease movement for candidates and their guardians. Witnesses said the non-teaching staff member, who attempted to drive

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OAU Sets ₦10,000 Fee for Students Extending Hall Stay

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has introduced new rules for students seeking to extend their stay in the institution’s halls of residence. In a statement, the Division of Student Affairs (DSA) stated that the directive applies only to students who had an official accommodation during the 2023/2024 academic session. Those without prior allocations are not

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AAUA Students Confront Landlords Over Rising Rent

Students at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), have challenged landlords over the rising costs of off-campus accommodation. The union said it acted after receiving complaints about what it described as “exorbitant” fees for off-campus housing. In a statement, Chief Press Secretary Awolumate Oluwaseun said the union president, Comrade Salami Akeem, inspected a student lodge near

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