Prof. Ayobami Ayeni from Ajayi Crowther University has implored the Federal Government to enhance educational quality by allocating a special budget for research. He also called on the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology to fund the country’s research centres to enable them to conduct research in Information and Communication Technology. Ayeni condemned the government’s
Founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has raised concern over the growing exodus of Nigerian-trained nurses, revealing that out of more than 1,000 nurses trained by the university, fewer than 15 are currently working in the country. Babalola disclosed during the 10th induction ceremony for 113 nursing graduates, held by the
Bells University of Technology, Ota, has formalised a far-reaching partnership with the Academy of Innovative Research, Science and Technological Development (AcIRSTD), aimed at boosting research output, strengthening academic-industry linkages, and fostering innovation across disciplines. The collaboration was sealed with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on June 11, 2025, by Professor Jeremiah O.
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, Professor Edoba Omoregie, SAN, has called for a shift towards Afrocentric academic models and intra-African collaboration in knowledge production as part of a broader effort to promote intellectual self-reliance across the continent. Professor Omoregie made the call during an interactive session with Associate Professor Aghogho Akpome of
The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) is set to host the 2025 edition of the International Society for Neurochemistry (ISN) Neuroscience School from October 19 to 24, 2025. Themed “Building Research Capacity in the Use of Alternative Experimental Models for Promoting the 3Rs in Neuroscience Research in Africa,” the weeklong training aims to equip
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has commended its student-athletes for bringing pride to the institution through recent achievements in chess and international sports selection. The recognition came during a courtesy visit to the University Management, led by the Chairman of the UNILAG Sports Council, Prof. Alabi Soneye, on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The team included
By Prosper Okoye The University of Ilorin has celebrated the appointment of one of its distinguished alumni, Professor Lateef Folorunso Oladimeji, as the sixth substantive Vice Chancellor of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin. The appointment, recently announced by Al-Hikmah’s Governing Council, marks a significant milestone in Prof. Oladimeji’s academic leadership journey, following his previous service as the
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has paid tribute to the late Prof. Ibiyemi Olasunbo Olayiwola, celebrating her enduring legacy as a scholar, mentor, and academic trailblazer whose impact continues to shape the institution. At a Commendation Service held at the Prof. Olusola Oyewole Lecture Hall, members of the University community gathered to reflect
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), in partnership with the Sustainable Livelihood and Development Network for Africa (SLIDEN Africa), has unveiled a strategic agribusiness training initiative designed to equip students with practical skills in agriculture and enterprise development. Known as the SLIDEN Africa – FUNAAB Agribusiness Apprenticeship Scheme (SAFAAS), the initiative includes the revitalisation
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has once again made Nigeria proud as two of its student teams excelled in the global ‘Power the Community 2025’ energy design competition. The contest, held online and hosted by Energy Mentors in the USA, featured entries from 18 countries. ABU’s teams, Terra Haven and Shika Oasis, both made it
