Prof Bayode Isaiah Popoola, VC, AFUED, Ondo with the new SUG executives Newly recruited academic staff at Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) have been urged to adhere strictly to the ethics of the teaching profession to ensure successful and sustainable careers. The advice came from the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Bayode Isaiah Popoola, during an orientation
Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) has moved to debunk a viral online story claiming that some of its graduates, mobilised for the one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Gombe State, were involved in a fatal road accident. The university said the report, which circulated widely on social media on Monday, December 1, 2025,
Prof Bayode Isaiah Popoola, VC, Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED), Ondo The Vice-Chancellor of Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED), Ondo, Professor Bayode Isaiah Popoola, has urged staff to remain committed as the institution navigates current challenges. Speaking at the university’s monthly prayer meeting, Professor Popoola described difficulties as part of institutional life but
Prof Folasade T. Ogunsola, VC UNILAG, received the Russian Ambassador, Andrey Dodeleshev The University of Lagos (UNILAG) welcomed the Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Andrey Dodeleshev, and his spouse, as part of efforts to expand academic collaboration and student exchange between the two countries. Ambassador Dodeleshev highlighted the growing educational partnership, noting Russia’s recent agreements with
UNILAG Geosciences Department Takes Academic and Industry Engagement to New Level With Town-Gown Lecture Series 1.0. The University of Lagos says its Department of Geosciences is stepping up efforts to embed industry exposure into teaching following a three-day technical workshop supported by TotalEnergies. The Town and Gown Lecture Series, held in late November, brought lecturers,
Prof Elizabeth Abama, during the presentation to the VC of UNIJOS, Prof Tanko Ishaya The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos, Professor Tanko Ishaya, has received a festschrift donated by retired educationist, Professor Elizabeth Abama, to the university’s library. The book, titled Education and Women Empowerment for National Development, contains contributions from more than 50
The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has commissioned a pioneering scientific toilet facility at its Bauchi Road Campus, combining waste management technology with renewable energy and environmental sustainability. Vice-Chancellor Professor Tanko Ishaya described the facility as a “remarkable innovation” reflecting the University’s commitment to applying technology to solve everyday problems. The project, led by Professor Ponchang
Philanthropists Donate Braille Machines, Academic Books to UNIJOS The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has received two Perkins Braille machines and an extensive collection of academic books, donated by philanthropists Dr Gwom Peter of Heriot-Watt University, Scotland, and Mr Andrew Gani-Ikilama, a member of the Bitrus Gani-Ikilama Fellows. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tanko Ishaya, called on students
Professor Tanko Ishaya, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos (UNIJOS) The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos (UNIJOS), Professor Tanko Ishaya, has called on Nigerian youths to take an active role in political leadership, warning that the country cannot achieve sustainable development without their engagement. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nigerian Youth Congress (NYC)
16-Year OAU Female Student Wins NCDMB Annual National Essay Competition A 16-year-old student of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ms Akande Oyinkansola Josephine, has won the 2025 Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) Annual National Undergraduate Essay Competition. She beat hundreds of entrants nationwide to claim the ₦1 million grand prize and a brand-new laptop.
