3 November 2026
Universities

LASU Condemns Unauthorised “Bandits Prank” Video

The viral video titled ‘Bandits Prank on Lasuites’ was created and uploaded by Datreez Entertainment TV The management of Lagos State University (LASU) has condemned a viral video titled “Bandits Prank on Lasuites,” created and uploaded by Datreez Entertainment TV on Friday, December 5, 2025. The video, which showed individuals dressed in a way that

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GOUNI Graduates 660, 22 Earn First-Class Honours

Godfrey Okoye University (GOUNI), Enugu, held its 13th convocation ceremony Godfrey Okoye University (GOUNI), Enugu, has graduated 660 students at its 13th convocation, with 22 earning first-class honours. Vice-Chancellor Christian Anieke disclosed that 210 students graduated with second class upper. Ms Mary Nkenna Azubuike of the Department of Psychology emerged as the best graduating student,

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UNIMAID Alumni Urged to Unite, Boost University Impact

UNIMAID Alumni Forum, Abuja Chapter Quarterly Walkout and Networking The Abuja chapter of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) Alumni Forum has called for unity among graduates to strengthen the institution and support its students. The call was made on Saturday during the 9th edition of the forum’s Quarterly Walkout and Networking, themed ‘Reawakening Walk 2.0’.

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LASU Tops West Africa, Climbs Global Sustainability Ranking

Lagos State University (LASU) Lagos State University (LASU) has been rated the best university in West Africa in the latest UI GreenMetric World University Ranking for Sustainability, marking the fourth consecutive year (2022-2025) it has held the title. The 2025 results also saw LASU rise 39 places globally, from 799th in 2024 to 760th out

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UNICAL VC Pledges Improved Security, Housing, Project Revival

Prof. Offiong Efanga Offiong, VC of the University of Calabar The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Offiong Efanga Offiong, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to enhancing campus security, expanding student accommodation, and reviving abandoned projects. During an inspection tour of ongoing developments, Prof. Offiong emphasised the need to bridge the accommodation gap amid

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Biotechnology Key to Nigeria’s Development – Expert

Prof. Femi Ayoade of Redeemer’s University, Ede Prof. Femi Ayoade of Redeemer’s University, Ede, has urged Nigeria to leverage biotechnology to tackle hunger, disease, and poverty, describing it as a transformative tool for national development. Speaking at the university’s 20th inaugural lecture, titled “Biotechnology as Divine Providence: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Development and Poverty

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Akobo Urges Universities to Drive Innovation, Patents

Dr. Daere Akobo, entrepreneur and founder of PANA Holdings Dr Daere Akobo, an entrepreneur and founder of PANA Holdings, has challenged Nigerian universities to transform from theory-based institutions into hubs for innovation and patent commercialisation. Speaking at Rivers State University’s combined 37th and 38th convocation, he stressed the importance of collaboration among academia, industry, and

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HoR Summons UDUSOK VC Over 2023 Budget Performance

Prof. Bashir Garba, VC of Usman Danfodio University, Sokoto (UDUSOK) The House Committee on University Education has summoned the Vice-Chancellor of Usman Danfodio University, Sokoto (UDUSOK), Prof. Bashir Garba, over alleged poor implementation of the 2023 budget. Committee Chairman Rep. Abubakar Fulata (APC-Jigawa) said Garba and his management team must appear before the panel on

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Universities Must Drive the Fight Against Poverty – Asikhia

Prof. Olalekan Asikhia (right), VC of Caleb University Babcock University on Thursday hosted the 57th inaugural lecture, where Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, Vice-Chancellor of Caleb University, challenged Nigerian universities to become frontline drivers of poverty reduction and job creation. Asikhia, a professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship, argued that rising unemployment and economic hardship demand a systemic

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Kalu Earns Second PhD, Secures Law Doctorate

Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu (middle), earned a PhD in Law from UNICAL Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has earned a PhD in Law from the University of Calabar, marking his second doctorate in less than a year. Kalu, who obtained a PhD in Policy and Strategic Studies from the University

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