A professor of Educational Management, Ebenezer Adu, has stated that Nigerian students will take education more seriously if job opportunities await them after graduation. He made this point while delivering the second inaugural lecture at Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI). Prof. Adu expressed worry that many students are losing interest
Renowned historian Professor Toyin Falola has called on the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, to focus on education, security, and the welfare of the people as he prepares to ascend the throne. Falola, regarded as the most cited African historian, said these areas are critical to restoring sanity and driving development in Ibadan. He stressed
Bowen University has once again demonstrated the impact of its open-door policy, which allows students to freely meet with the Vice Chancellor and lecturers to discuss both academic and personal issues. This approach was praised by Olasupo Gospel Boluwatife, the overall best Nursing graduate of the 2025 set, during the induction of 46 new nurses
The Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Katsina State, on Monday matriculated 1,000 beneficiaries of the undergraduate scholarship programme sponsored by Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin. The event, held at the university campus in Dutsin-Ma, drew dignitaries including the Managing Director of the North West Development Commission (NWDC), Professor Abdullahi Shehu Maaji; the Chief of Staff
Osun State University (UNIOSUN), College of Education, Ipetu-Ijesa Campus, has officially inducted 147 fresh teachers into the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). The induction ceremony, held at the school’s main campus in Osogbo, focused on the future of teaching in today’s tech-driven world. The event, themed “Transforming Teaching into Enterprise: The Role of Generative
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has introduced new AI-powered devices designed to transform the face of healthcare in Africa. The products, created under the school’s spin-off company OAK.io, include the X55 smartphone and the FitBand X1 smartwatch. Both gadgets come with built-in artificial intelligence tools that can be used for healthcare checks, crop monitoring, and even
A consultant neurologist at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Dr Temitope Farombi, has urged Nigerians to stop stigmatising people living with dementia. Speaking during a public campaign in Ibadan organised to mark World Alzheimer’s Day 2025, she explained that dementia is a medical condition linked to ageing, not a spiritual attack as many believe.
A university scholar, Professor Eni Kalu, has applauded Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for his consistent commitment to education and youth empowerment. Speaking in Abuja, the professor said Kalu has shown remarkable dedication to human capital development, noting that education has remained his priority from his days as governor of Abia State to his current role
The Lagos State University (LASU) has announced the opening of applications for its Portuguese programmes under the Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies (LASUCAS). According to the university, the programme is designed to prepare candidates for the CELPE-Bras examination, which qualifies students for scholarships offered by the Government of Brazil. The scholarship programmes cover various undergraduate and
The University of Ibadan (UI) has announced a special admission window for candidates who switched their mode of study to its Open Distance eLearning Centre (UIDLC). In a statement, Professor Babatunde Omobowale, Director of UIDLC, described the move as an opportunity for qualified students across Nigeria who could not gain admission through JAMB or regular
