Prof. Toyin Falola Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, came alive on Thursday as scholars and dignitaries gathered for the 17th convocation, where Prof. Toyin Falola delivered a stirring lecture titled “The Future of Knowledge.” Falola traced knowledge from ancient libraries to Artificial Intelligence, warning that Africa risks “digital colonisation” if it fails to innovate.He stressed
Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, VC, UNILORIN The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has unveiled a visionary plan charting the institution’s next 50 years, emphasising excellence, innovation, and global engagement. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, presented the roadmap during the grand finale of the university’s Golden Jubilee celebrations on November 27, 2025. Prof. Egbewole outlined
IBUAM signs MoU to acquire 30 training aircraft from Auxano Aviation Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management (IBUAM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Auxano Aviation to purchase 30 Jabiru J430 training aircraft, boosting Nigeria’s pilot training capacity. The agreement was signed during the Nigeria International Airshow at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, with
Dr. Daere Akobo, Group CEO of PANA Holdings Dr Daere Akobo, Group CEO of PANA Holdings, has called for a transformative approach to university education in Nigeria, urging institutions to prioritise innovation, intellectual property creation, and industry partnerships as key drivers of economic growth. Speaking at the combined 37th and 38th convocation of Rivers State
Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator, Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has celebrated the graduation of nine postgraduate scholarship recipients from UK universities, with Administrator Dr Dennis Otuaro praising President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the Niger Delta. The scholars completed master’s programmes in cybersecurity, data science, law, construction, civil engineering management, project management,
Prof. Christopher Ogbogbo, VC of Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN), Delta State Prof. Christopher Ogbogbo, Vice-Chancellor of Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN), Delta State, has pledged to accelerate academic excellence and infrastructure development as the university transitions into a fully public institution. Speaking at ADUN’s fourth convocation, Ogbogbo highlighted efforts to attract top academics from
Prince Adelaja Adeoye, CEO of Fendini Group Prince Adelaja Adeoye, CEO of Fendini Group, has urged engineers, architects, and developers to prioritise safety and strictly comply with building codes to prevent structural failures and disasters in Nigeria. Speaking after receiving his Master’s Degree in Property Development and Management from Lead City University, Ibadan, Adeoye stressed
Prof. Abiodun Musa Aibinu, VC of Summit University Offa The Vice-Chancellor of Summit University Offa, Prof. Abiodun Musa Aibinu, has called on Nigerian universities to play an active role in tackling the nation’s insecurity, emphasising that solutions go beyond military action. Speaking during the university’s fifth and sixth combined convocation, Prof. Aibinu said institutions should
FirstBank sponsors ethical challenge competition to promote institutional values FirstBank has reiterated its commitment to strengthening ethical standards among future professionals, following the emergence of students from the University of Benin as winners of the 2025 CFA Society Nigeria Universities Ethics Challenge in Lagos. Speaking at the event, FirstBank’s Acting Group Head, Marketing and Corporate
SP Grace Iringe-Koko, Rivers State Police Command spokesperson Five students of Rivers State University (RSU) abducted from the school’s Satellite Campus in Emohua have been rescued, the Rivers State Police Command confirmed on Thursday. The students, Prince London, Azubuike Kelechukwu, Elizabeth Aniete, Onyebuchi Precious and London Sampson, were kidnapped on Tuesday, prompting the Vice Chancellor,
